The mood is festive this July in Canada! Kicking off with Canada Day on the first of July. The Canadian flag was waved, displayed, people danced, celebrated, dined, and cheered on their favourite sports teams, and the three-day weekend ended spectacularly with firework displays from various hotspots in the country.
The fun is not over! There are still more festivals to behold, and for a restaurant, an opportunity to set up a booth and interact with the community on a personal level, get your name out there, and sell some delicious dishes.
TD Festival of South Asia, July 20th-21st (12pm – 11pm)
At Gerrard India Bazaar, the 22nd TD Festival of South Asia will be in a full two-day swing, with amazing food, drinks, entertainment, and more. This festival is a celebration of South Asian culture and heritage, with an expected audience of 250,000 to attend, and 200 performances by various musicians and dancers. Now that’s foot traffic! If you’re a restaurant specializing in South Asian cuisine, that includes India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh, your dishes will fly off the shelves.
52nd Annual Festival of India, July 12th-14th
This long-standing festival is a testament to the rich cultural diversity of Canada. Held in Toronto, at ISKON Toronto, Yong Street, and Toronto Centre Island, the Festival of India kicks off with a grand parade and continues with a vibrant array of cultural performances, spiritual discourses, and a free vegetarian feast. It’s a perfect platform for restaurants specializing in Indian cuisine to showcase their culinary expertise and connect with the community in a meaningful way.
LaSalle Night Markets, July 28th (4pm – 8pm)
The LaSalle Night Markets offer a more intimate setting, with local vendors and artisans displaying their products. It’s a cozy, community-focused event where visitors can enjoy a variety of street food, crafts, and live music. For restaurants, this is a wonderful chance to experiment with unique, bite-sized offerings and build a loyal local customer base. LaSalle Night Markets is taking place at 5950 Malden Road, Windsor ON.
Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show, July 19th-21st
The Clock Tower, the historical landmark at Kitchener Ontario, will be the home of the highly anticipated Ribfest & Craft Beer Show. If you're a fan of BBQ and craft beer, this is the festival for you. The Kitchener Ribfest & Craft Beer Show brings together some of the best ribbers from North America and pairs them with a fantastic selection of craft beers. It's a perfect venue for restaurants to showcase their BBQ skills and offer beer pairings that complement their dishes. With live entertainment and a lively crowd, it's an event that promises a great time for all.
Pan-American Food and Music Festival, July 27th-28th
Back for their 12th iteration, the award-winning Pan-American festival is a celebration of the culture indigenous to the Americas with a focus on food and music. Held at no other than the Nathan Philips Square in Toronto, it features an exciting mix of culinary delights from various countries, live music performances, and cooking demonstrations. Bring your dance shoes, because there will be dancing lessons and performances from the Brazilian samba to the Argentinian Tango! The event also includes culinary programs, talented performers of Colombian cumbia, Dominican merengue, Brazilian samba, Argentinian tango, Caribbean reggae, and Puerto Rican reggaeton, artisanal crafts, and family activities, ensuring fun for everyone.
Join the Party!
Planning a booth at these festivals means you need to stock up on the essentials, such as grocery, frozen, produce, meat and seafood, beverages, dairy, janitorial, and everything you need to make your booth the star of the party. You will also need the containers and cutlery that are durable, and compliant to government regulations. According to your recipe, you will have to consider the best equipment and wares you need to bring your recipes to life, such as grills, tandoors, pots and pans, etc. All is within your reach, you can shop at any of the seven conveniently located A1 Cash and Carry stores, place a delivery (free delivery for orders $500 and above) or pick up order through their website: A1CashAndCarry.com, or place an order for same-day delivery on Instacart.
Make this July a month of success with moments you will cherish for a lifetime!
