TASTE OF CANADA would like to introduce you to the extraordinary diversity of Canadian food culture. Whether you're a foodie, food lover or fast food junkie — Canada has something to offer for every taste!
... characterized by endless nature, huge mountain ranges, metre-high amounts of snow and floating icebergs.
The second-largest country in the world with ten provinces and three territories stretches across six time zones with a climate that ranges from subtropical to arctic.
... unique in every province and territory, has always been an exceptional combination of traditional local (First Nations and Inuit) as well as Anglo and Francophone cuisine.
Since the 19th century, immigrants from all over the world have incorporated countless new recipes and products into Canada's cuisine.
The world-famous ham and pineapple pizza was created in one of Canada's most unlikely places. A restaurant owner from Chatham, Ontario, had the brilliant idea in the 1960s. Sorry Hawaii, but this pizza doesn't come from the Aloha Islands.
In Canada, tradition meets modernity, farmhouse meets metropolis, maple syrup meets craft beer.
Taste of Canada takes you on a culinary journey of discovery!
Canada's impressive nature and wealth must be preserved, which is why environmentally friendly and sustainable production is essential.
High safety standards in Canada's food industry guarantee high-quality and safe products.
In Canadian cuisine, traditional recipes are constantly being reinterpreted and trends are being created.
It consists of French fries with gravy and squeaky pieces of cheese, the cheese curds. How did this come about? In 1957 Fernand Lachane was standing behind his counter in Quebec selling French fries when a customer ordered a portion of fried potato wedges not only with “gravy” (sauce), but also with cheese. “Ça va faire une maudite poutine! ” exclaims Fernand in horror (“That's going to be a huge mess! “) — yes, but incredibly delicious!
The vastness of the country and its varied geography offer animals and plants the ideal habitat.
In some parts of the country, bison and beef are an integral part of many dishes, in others duck and goose meat are preferred, while in coastal regions fish and seafood are preferred.
Many typical Canadian dishes use local products such as cranberries or blueberries, special legumes and vegetables, or maple syrup — Canada's liquid gold.
In Canada, maple syrup is a traditional part of the breakfast table. Children aren't the only ones who love the aromatic syrup on pancakes or breakfast waffles. In our kitchens too, you can find “liquid gold” more and more frequently. In the maple syrup section, you will learn about the various uses and variants.
Beef MADE IN CANADA is one of the best in the world. It is nutritious, delicate and tastes first-class. Canada has plenty of fresh water sources and a huge land mass with extensive pastures — perfect conditions for raising cattle with care and an environmentally friendly approach.
Canadian cranberry producers and processors deliver first-class products for your kitchen. Have a look at our section and learn about the cultivation, quality standards and history of this genuine Canadian “superfood.”
The Canadian treats come from the town of Nanaimo in British Columbia and are typically made with a mix of whole grain cookies, vanilla pudding, chocolate, coconuts, and walnuts. Other variants are also refined with peanut butter or even mint chocolate. Either way, Nanaimo bars are distinctive and 100% Canadian.
The Canadian spirits landscape is as diverse as the country itself. There is a constantly growing number of small distilleries that produce a range of different spirits, including fruit brandies made from local fruits, liqueurs, rum, whiskey, vodka, gin, absinthe and other spirits made from molasses and maple syrup!
Canada is surrounded by water on three sides and is crossed by countless lakes and rivers. Fish and seafood are, of course, essential components of Canadian cuisine. Freshly caught fish, such as salmon or herring, and seafood such as mussels, shrimp or the famous lobster, can be found almost everywhere on Canada's coast and in top quality.
Canada is the second-largest producer of these delicious fruits after the USA. The small berries have always been appreciated in Canadian cuisine and taste delicious in pancakes, pies, muffins, sauces and cakes, as well as many other dishes. Take a look at this section and find out what the difference is between low-growing and high-growing blueberries and why eating them supports a healthy lifestyle.
Fern tips are baby ferns! Fern tips are harvested at the beginning of spring in Ontario, Quebec and the Atlantic provinces of Canada and then cooked, steamed or baked. And when left on the plant, they roll out a new leaf and grow into a fern.
Follow this link to go to Taste Canadian, the official Canada Brand website, and learn more about Canada's food, agriculture, and fish and seafood products.
Our journey to become the go-to place for Canadian food, provides us the opportunity to work with small and large producers, Canada fans and Canadian food distributors. We are looking forward to exchanges and new collaborations!
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