As the leaves turn golden and the air gets crisp, there鈥檚 no better time to explore the incredible flavours of Vancouver Island. This fall, the invites you on a culinary adventure from Campbell River to Cowichan, celebrating the heart and soul of local dining.
Running from Oct. 18 to Nov. 10, the Island Taste Trail is your chance to discover why so many locals and visitors rave about the Island鈥檚 food scene. This year, it鈥檚 all about one thing 鈥� delicious pairings that celebrate our local bounty!
Participating restaurants, caf茅s, wineries and breweries are crafting unique pairings of food and beverages that highlight local ingredients and products. Here in the Comox Valley, more than 30 options are featured, ranging from delectable treats and lighter lunches to elegant dinners, all crafted with the Island in mind.
For something a little lighter to fuel your adventures, explore options like breakfast at Tidal Caf茅 in Comox featuring their delicious cinnamon roll pancakes, served with 32 Lakes locally roasted beans or a spiked hot apple pie cider. At Honey Grove Bakery in Courtenay, indulge in a pumpkin pie croissant and hot chocolate bomb from Cumberland鈥檚 Dark Sides Chocolate, or head west to Laneway Coffee & Kitchen in Cumberland for savoury Island Taste Trail treat: warm potato salad, featuring roasted local potatoes from Siefferts farm, Hertel鈥檚 bacon, sharp cheddar, shaved apple, garlic aioli and crispy shallots.
For dinner, Locals at The Old House in Courtenay is cooking up delicious West Coast mussels or Manila clams from Cortes Island while Off the Hook in Comox has created a shared seafood platter for two, paired with two glasses of Land and Sea Brewing鈥檚 Comexico.
And that鈥檚 just a sampling!
Whether you鈥檙e a die-hard foodie or someone who simply enjoys a great meal, the Island Taste Trail has something special for everyone. See the full lineup of and check out all the featured pairings on or follow.
"There are over 100 eateries and tasting experiences participating from Campbell River in the North to Mill Bay in the South. Each one has something different. You'll find a mix of comfort food combinations like fish & chips paired with local beer to fresh local mussels paired with Cowichan Valley wines to exceptional house-made pastries 鈥� perfect with a locally roasted coffee. Wherever your travels take you, you'll find endless opportunities to delight your taste buds.
Produced in partnership with ,,, and, the Island Taste Trail is a celebration of what makes Vancouver Island so unique 鈥� its community.
Supporting local restaurants isn鈥檛 just about enjoying a fantastic meal; it鈥檚 about backing the local farmers, brewers, winemakers and producers who are the backbone of the Island鈥檚 food ecosystem. When you dine at a local eatery, you鈥檙e contributing to the success of local businesses, helping them thrive in a competitive market. It鈥檚 a great way to keep your money within the community and promote sustainability while enjoying some of the finest dishes the Island has to offer.
As fall sets in, why not gather your friends and family and explore the flavours of the mid-Island? The Island Taste Trail is more than just a dining experience 鈥� it鈥檚 a celebration of local culture, creativity and community.
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