SIAL Canada unveils its 2019 programming
SIAL Canada, an international food and beverage tradeshow, is back for its 16th edition at the Enercare Centre in Toronto. From April 30 to May 2, the unique "One Stop Shop" brings together the food industry’s professionals and major players. This year, SIAL Canada is proud to present innovative content-rich programming! With 50 conferences and panels for more than 25 activities and competitions, SIAL Canada continues to position themselves as an industry leader and a source of inspiration for the next food revolution.
Think sustainable
In 2019, environmental awareness and agri-food are two inseparable subjects. For the first year, SIAL Canada is partnering with the University of Guelph in an exceptional sustainable cooking competition. “The Canadian Plate Challenge” * will call upon 4 award-winning Canadian chefs to create a 100% local meal while contributing to the respect of the planet and the health of its inhabitants.
Dinner’s ready!
The restaurant service component continues to evolve at SIAL Canada. In the "La Cuisine" area, two key events are not to be missed. For the first year, SIAL Canada is partnering with Taste Canada to offer a truly Canadian event: "Inspired to Taste Canada: Celebrated Cookbook Authors Present Local Recipes.” * The latest culinary trends will be showcased through cookbook authors' demonstrations. Among them, Abbey Sharp, founder of the Abbey's Kitchen blog, will present "The Mindful Glow Cookbook" *. Abbey and her peers will also be present for a book signing session.
And on our new sectors side? The beverage sector is overflowing with activities! Over the course of 3 days, visitors can experience 2 themes: infused drinks in the morning and other beverage treats - alcoholic and non-alcoholic - in the afternoon at the Inspire Drink section. Among them: "Sodas & Mocktails: The Beverage Revolution” * will reveal the secrets of artisanal beverages, one of 2019’s key trends.
Another SIAL Canada novelty this year: an exciting Pitch competition* dedicated to food start-ups! In collaboration with the City of Toronto and CFWI IC Niagara College, SIAL Canada promises entertaining and dynamic content where 2 sets of start-ups will compete in the morning and afternoon.
Lastly, 2019 marks the first International Cheese Competition by SIAL!* A panel of cheesemaking industry professionals and chefs will evaluate more than 200 cheeses submitted in 23 categories. 10 countries will be represented for this unique event in Canada, including Austria, Bulgaria, Canada, United States, France, Great Britain, Holland, Italy, Portugal and Spain! The winners will be revealed the first day of the show in the Cheese by SIAL pavilion.
The Dolce Vita
SIAL Canada’s 2019 edition is brimming with Italian charm and is infused in countless activities. Italy is there in all its forms: discover Inspire Drink, with the Art of Italian coffee* or our "Aperitivo"* in the late afternoon. If Italian cheeses sound more intriguing, the Battle of the chefs* is the must-attend event where visitors can encourage Toronto-based chef Fabio Bondi, Head of Local Kitchen.
SIAL Canada: April 30 to May 2, 2019 @the Enercare Centre, Toronto
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