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One World - One Table Conference Highlights - Culinary Tourism
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- August 18, 2010
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CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS:
· Noted Canadian Chef Michael Smith - will deliver the Summit's keynote address
· Food Inc.'s Robert Kenner – the film's producer discusses social responsibility and why it is everyone's business to support local agriculture and cuisine as much as is feasible - both at home and on the road
· The Future of Small, Local & Independent Restaurants – what successful independent restaurateurs have done to ensure the success and long-term stability of their businesses, in spite of the fast growth of chains
· Reaching the Culinary Consumer of Today – and Tomorrow – how culinary travel marketing strategies need to change to keep in step with today's consumer expectations
· Turning Residents into Culinary Ambassadors: The Case of Nova Scotia – what every destination needs to know about how to leverage your own local and no-cost word-of-mouth publicity
· Break-Out Sessions on Social Media, Culinary Tour Operations and best practices in culinary tourism product development and marketing
· Mobile Workshops – 4 educative mobile workshops will show delegates what small Nova Scotian businesses have done to remain competitive. Choices include Cool Climate Grapes; Going Organic; and Fox Hill Cheese Case Study.
Erik Wolf
President & CEO
International Culinary Tourism Association
FoodTrekker.com
(+1) 503 750 7200
4110 SE Hawthorne Blvd #440
Portland, Oregon 97214 USA
Canadian Tourism Commission to Sponsor Culinary Tourism Conference
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- June 25, 2010
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Culinary Tourism World Summit
September 19-21, 2010 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
For Immediate Release
June 15, 2010 (Halifax, NS, Canada and Portland, OR, USA) – The most heralded event in the 2010 culinary tourism calendar has received overwhelming support from Canada's culinary tourism driving force, the Canadian Tourism Commission. The International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA) and Taste of Nova Scotia announced today that the CTC has taken a leading role in the conference coming on board as the Presenting Sponsor of a major keynote address, specifically bringing well respected Canada Food Network host chef Michael Smith to participate in the September 19-21 event in Halifax.
"The Canadian Tourism Commission is proud to play an integral part in the inaugural Culinary Tourism World Summit and very pleased to support Chef Michael Smith's participation. Culinary Tourism is a unique travel experience and Canada has it in spades!” states Monica Campbell-Hoppe, Director U.S. Media Relations, Canadian Tourism Commission.
Chef Michael Smith will deliver the keynote address on September 20 addressing the theme of the conference, "One World, One Table – Using Culinary Tourism for Economic Development” and will also be leading a panel discussion on September 21 with other world renowned chefs on key issues impacting the culinary tourism worldwide. Chef Michael Smith's presentation is not to be missed and he adds, "Canada is one of the world's great culinary tourism destinations. From coast to coast to coast we are a land of food and flavours. We are naturally hospitable and love to share our stories, the personal connections that make our local food culture so strong and vibrant."
Three hundred international culinary tourism industry professionals are expected to attend the first ever World Summit, hosted by the International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA) and presented by Taste of Nova Scotia. Registration continues with early bird rates of only US$669 for non-ICTA and US$569 along with the extra value of no HST (tax) for Canadian delegates. And register by July 31 and be entered to win a Culinary Mobile Workshop valued at US$90.
In addition to Chef Michael Smith's keynote address, topics in both academic and general tracks to be covered at the Halifax, Nova Scotia event include
· Noted Canadian Chef Michael Smith - will deliver the Summit's keynote address
· Food Inc.'s Robert Kenner – the film's producer discusses social responsibility and why it is everyone's business to support local agriculture and cuisine as much as is feasible - both at home and on the road
· The Future of Small, Local & Independent Restaurants – what successful independent restaurateurs have done to ensure the success and long-term stability of their businesses, in spite of the fast growth of chains
· Reaching the Culinary Consumer of Today – and Tomorrow – how culinary travel marketing strategies need to change to keep in step with today's consumer expectations
· Turning Residents into Culinary Ambassadors: The Case of Nova Scotia – what every destination needs to know about how to leverage your own local and no-cost word-of-mouth publicity
· Break-Out Sessions on Social Media, Culinary Tour Operations and best practices in culinary tourism product development and marketing
· Mobile Workshops – 4 educative mobile workshops will show delegates what small Nova Scotian businesses have done to remain competitive. Choices include Cool Climate Grapes; Going Organic; Acadian Maple; and Fox Hill Cheese Case Study
"Taste of Nova Scotia is thrilled the Canadian Tourism Commission is supporting the "One World, One Table” World Summit,” says Janice Ruddock, Executive Director of Taste of Nova Scotia. "Being the leader in culinary tourism in Canada, there could be no better partner than the CTC to bring the conference to a whole new level for participants, speakers and media.”
Visit www.culinarytourismworldsummit.com to register with early bird rates available until July 31, 2010 and the chance to win the Culinary Mobile Workshop of your choice, a US $90 value.
For more detailed information about the 2010 Culinary Tourism One World, One Table event visit www.culinarytourismworldsummit.com. For more information about Taste of Nova Scotia, visit http://www.tasteofnovascotia.com/.
About the International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA)
The International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA) is regarded by the tourism industry, as well as media, as the world's go-to authority for everything to do with culinary travel. The Association provides culinary tourism community, education, product development and marketing assistance. http://www.culinarytourism.org/
About Taste of Nova Scotia
Taste of Nova Scotia is a unique, province-wide marketing program, whose members are committed to offering the very best culinary experiences and products that Nova Scotia has to offer. The Taste of Nova Scotia membership base includes more than 120 quality food producers and processors, as well as a collection of the best restaurants in the province. http://www.tasteofnovascotia.com/
For more information please contact:
Erik Wolf, President
International Culinary Tourism Association
erik@culinarytourism.org
(+1) 503-213-3700 (Erik Wolf direct) or (503) 750-7200 (Association offices)
OR
Janice Ruddock, Executive Director
Taste of Nova Scotia
janice@tasteofnovascotia.com
(+1) 902-492-9291, ext 111
Social Media:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/CulinarySummit
Twitter: @CulinarySummit, @TasteofNS, @WinesofNS
For more information about Canada or the Canadian Tourism Commission, please visit www.canada.travel.
2010 State Of The Culinary Tourism Industry Report Now Available
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- February 8, 2010
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NOTE: What is the economic impact of International Culinary Tourism? I asked Erik Wolf, Executive Director. His reponse was that the general rule of thumb is that 25% of a visitors expenditures are culinary-related (food and beverage). The purpose of Culinary Tourism as an economic development tool is to increase that percentage of expenditure by providing intriguing opportunities or to utilize targeted tours to expand the number of visitors to any one region.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- February 8, 2010
NEW – 2010 STATE OF THE CULINARY TOURISM INDUSTRY REPORT & READINESS INDEX NOW AVAILABLE TO TRADE

Portland, Oregon, USA and Auckland, New Zealand – February 3, 2010 – Today the International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA), in partnership with New Zealand-based International Culinary Tourism Development (ICTD), announced the first State of the Culinary Tourism Industry Report and Readiness Index. The 225-page Report is being heralded as the most comprehensive, unbiased report of its kind and the go-to guide to the latest trends, hotspots, and future of the culinary tourism industry. The analytical report includes both in-depth qualitative and quantitative research on product development and marketing efforts in key culinary destinations, as well as extensive analysis of the current state of the world's culinary tourism industry. The report also discusses new culinary traveler behavioral research as well as implications for the future of the culinary tourism industry as a whole.
Detailed information about the report, as well as a Table of Contents, can be found at: http://www.culinarytourism.org/?page=IndustryReport
The report also includes the industry's first Readiness Index, a barometer by which the readiness of culinary tourism destinations can be ranked. Destinations surveyed in this year's report include Belgium, Louisiana (USA), New Zealand, Ontario (Canada), Peru, Scotland (UK), Singapore, South Africa and South Korea. "This report is a valuable tool for any destination looking to develop or enhance their own culinary tourism product,” said Darienne Mobley, Co-Executive Director, Louisiana Travel Promotion Association. "People are motivated to travel for various reasons and the latest trends prove that culinary experiences are a driving force that offers travelers an authentic and cultural adventure.” Praising the Report as well, Craig Wilson, Manager of the New Zealand Food and Wine Tourism Network, said "This first Report and Readiness Index provides a wonderful snapshot for the destinations involved. I'm sure many other destinations will want to be involved in future to see how they compare with their competitors.”
Some of the more interesting discoveries from the Report include:
· Of the destinations surveyed, Scotland is the most prepared culinary destination in the world (ranking 79/100), followed by Louisiana (USA, ranking 70/100) and Ontario (Canada, ranking 67/100). The least prepared culinary travel destination surveyed (and the one with the greatest potential for growth) is South Africa (ranking 28/100).
· Peru is the only destination surveyed with a dedicated culinary travel page on Facebook: http://ww.facebook.com/perumuchogusto Interestingly, Belgium was the only other destination with a Facebook page (although not dedicated exclusively to culinary travel).
· Of the destinations surveyed, South Korea produces the most printed collateral on culinary travel (countless guides, maps and brochures).
· Of the destinations surveyed, Ontario, Canada, had the greatest focus on the agricultural component of cuisine.
· Thirteen kinds of culinary traveler (consumer) behavior emerged from a new research study: Adventurer; Ambiance; Authentic; Budget; Eclectic; Gourmet; Innovative; Localist; Novice; Organic; Social; Trendy; and Vegetarian
· Among more than 11,000 culinary travelers (consumers) surveyed world-wide, the five most popular types of culinary travel behavior are (in order): 1) Localist; 2) Novice; 3) Eclectic; 4) Organic; and 5) Authentic. The three least popular type of culinary traveler behaviors are (in order of popularity), Innovative, Trendy and Vegetarian.
· Culinary traveler behavior results support the global growth of trends in buying locally and seasonally; increase in organic food market share; fostering a low carbon footprint; and overall desire to eat healthier (even while traveling).
· Culinary enthusiasts in New York City tend to prefer Gourmet, Trendy and Social culinary experiences.
· Culinary enthusiasts in Toronto, Canada tend to prefer Localist, Eclectic and Organic culinary experiences.
· Culinary enthusiasts in London, United Kingdom tend to prefer Eclectic, Gourmet and Authentic culinary experiences.
· Culinary enthusiasts in Shanghai, China tend to prefer Authentic, Eclectic and Trendy culinary experiences.
· Culinary enthusiasts in Sydney, Australia tend to prefer Eclectic, Authentic and Trendy culinary experiences
The International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA) is the world's leading authority on culinary tourism. The Association's President & CEO Erik Wolf has more than 20 years of experience in travel marketing. He is a popular speaker in the USA and abroad, and is considered as the go-to culinary tourism resource for media all over the globe.
International Culinary Tourism Development is the world's leading development consultancy on culinary travel. It specializes in culinary tourism strategies for destinations, mystery shopping for destinations and businesses, and the State of the Culinary Tourism Industry Report & Readiness Index.
For more information about the Report please visit:
http://www.culinarytourism.org/?page=IndustryReport
To purchase the report please visit:
http://www.culinarytourism.org/?page=SOTIpurchase
For more information about the International Culinary Tourism Association or International Culinary Tourism Development please visit:
http://www.culinarytourism.org/
Artwork, quotations, and excerpts are available to qualified journalists. For more information please contact:
Erik Wolf, Managing Director
International Culinary Tourism Development
(+1) 503-750-7200 and (+64) 9889-2366
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International Culinary Tourism Workgroup Forms For Alaska
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- December 12, 2009
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Alaska has just formed its first culinary tourism workgroup – the first step towards becoming a full chapter of the Association. Anyone in Alaska interested in participating should contact the group’s champion, Autum Schumacher.
Related Article: World Class International Culinary Tourism Experience - Alaska
What is Culinary Tourism?
Culinary Tourism is a relatively new industry. In fact, culinary tourism as an industry did not coming into being until the year 2001, when International Culinary Tourism Association (ICTA) President Erik Wolf distributed his culinary tourism white paper. It was this white paper that set the tone and stage for what would become the International Culinary Tourism Association and lead to the development of the
world's culinary tourism industry (the white paper later evolved into the Association's first book, pictured at right and available here). Prior to 2001, academics around the world had been faithfully researching culinary tourism and wine tourism. However, that body of research rarely, if ever, found its way into the business world. It is, in fact, researcher Lucy Long, from Bowling Green University in Ohio (USA) who first coined the term "culinary tourism" back in 1998.
Then in 2003, under the guidance of a group of industry advisors, Erik Wolf founded the International Culinary Tourism Association. The ICTA has grown every year in terms of number of members and scope of programs offered. In 2006, the ICTA created a separate International Culinary Tourism Institute, which oversees the educational and training components of the ICTA's programs. Then in early 2007, began delivering culinary tourism development solutions to meet the rising industry demand for guidance and leadership in culinary tourism product development and marketing.
Alaska Culinary Tourism Committee
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- June 27, 2009
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Formed at GFA 2009, please contact members below if you are interested and would like more information.
Alaska Culinary Tourism Champion Committee:
President & CEO, International Culinary Tourism Association
International Culinary Tourism Association
4110 SE Hawthorne Blvd Suite 440
Portland, OR 97214 USA
503-750-7200
www.foodtrekker.com
Shanon Hamrick
Executive Director
Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council
35477 Kenai Spur Hwy., Ste 205
Soldotna, AK 99669
(907) 262-5229 Cell (907) 394-0466
Marsha Barton
Tourism Sales Manager
Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau
524 W Fourth Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501-2212
907-276-4118
907-257-2309D
907-382-3756C
907-178-5559F
Isabelle Bornemann
Operations Manager
999 E. Tudor Rd. Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99503
Toll-Free 800-523-7405
Phone 907-786-0128
Fax 907-563-8159
Josh Howes
Premiere Alaska Tours and Chair, Anchorage Convention and Visitor Bureau
work 907.274-5851
mobile 907.441-3042
Marion Owen, Owner
Galley Gourmet Cruises- Kodiak
work 907.486.5079
Autum Schumacher
Alaska Culinary Adventures
907-632-2269
HC 34 Box 2329 - E
Wasilla AK 99654
John Kent
Alaska Wilderness Recreational Tourism Association
33881 Sterling Hwy.
Sterling AK 99672
800-544-2261
Kent@greatalaska.com
and
Cathy Hart
907.244.1223
Dorothy and Bill Fry
Bear Creek Winery
907-235-8484
Homer, Alaska
Peter Schadee
General Manager, Knik River Lodge
907.745.5002
P.O. Box 92970
Anchorage, Alaska 99509
Bill and Terri Foechterle
Alaska Spice Company
P.O. Box 871950
Wasilla, AK 99687
907.631.6090
Cell: 907.351.6103
Rick and Sharlene Cline
The Homestead Restaurant
P.O. Box 3041
Homer, Alaska 99603
907.235.8723
World Class International Culinary Tourism Experience
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- May 16, 2009
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The newest owners of the Tutka Bay Lodge, Kirsten and Carl Dixon, are looking forward to living in their new neighborhood on the Kenai Peninsula. The lodge is located near Homer, adjacent to Kachemak Bay State Park and midway between Halibut Cove and Seldovia.
A visit to Tutka Bay Lodge will not be traditional. It is gourmet culinary tourism destination at its best. There is no doubt that Kirsten Dixon artfully crafts a unique experience with each of their family lodges. She has a story to tell with each that incorporates, in her own words, "a sense of place."

Kirsten tells the story so well that it draws you into Alaska, it's cuisine, its cultures, it's beauty and leaves you with an experience in and of itself. Her story is grounded in experience, training and passion for the marriage of tourism and culinary at its very best.
Alaskan Culinary-Agri Tourism Development
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- May 11, 2009
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Thursday, June 11th, 2009: 5:30-7:30 PM
Soldotna Sports Center Conference Room

The International Culinary Tourism Association and the Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council invite you to learn more about culinary/agri-tourism. You will learn why including unique and memorable food and drink experiences is an important part of packaging Alaska, and how to put culinary/agri-Tourism to work for your business.
Agri and International Culinary Tourism Meeting
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- April 3, 2009
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Agri-Tourism/International Culinary Tourism Meeting
Thursday, June 11th, 2009: 6-8 PM
Kenai Convention and Cultural Center
Program: Learn more about Culinary/Agri-Tourism and be part of forming an Alaska Area Chapter of the International Culinary Tourism Association. Some of the destinations of this sort being brought on line in Alaska during the 2009 season will be introduced. RSVP Here If Interested.
Learn more by linking on article title above.
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Culinary Tourism 2009
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- March 15, 2009
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This is a new niche tourism and food sector available to Alaska producers of food, beverage and bio products.
Learn more by linking on article title above.
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