Really hoping to get some feedback on what r/FoodToronto would want to see at a Sip & Snack fest.
For a bit of background (I'll keep it quick), my life-partner Evelyn Chick, is a huge advocate for the culinary/ drinks community, and currently self-owns a 2-concept restaurant called Simpl Things, and as well a pop-up event space called Ahma, both in Parkdale, and both dedicated towards supporting and incubating Chefs who want to try their fit, but sometimes don't have the capital to invest in their own brick and mortar space.
She's always wanted to curate a food festival that encapsulates diverse foods from Local, BIPOC & Female owned Small Businesses, and as well something that offers delicious cocktails, craft beer and natural wine purveyors… so we decided to launch an event this July called FEASTIE Sip & Snack fest, which will be hosted at Hendersons 18,000 sq ft. Event Space (128A Sterling Road, Toronto) and will be both outdoors and indoors, with a goal of showcasing ~50 vendors.
We've got quite a few vendors locked in currently, and I'll share that below, but would love to know what this community would like to see in terms of a Food and Drink festival, whether it be about the vendors or experiences, we're all ears. (Also, this will be a dog-friendly event with a few dedicated dog vendors curated by Toronto Dog Moms, who are serving dog friendly snack and drinks!)
Here's the list so far:
Food:
| Vendor | Offering |
|---|---|
| Albi Sushi | Sushi / Fusion |
| Anh Dao | Authentic Vietnamese |
| Chau Toronto | Modern Asian |
| Nozomi | Asian Comfort Food |
| Pico De Gallo | Mexican Street Food |
| Poppadum | Indian Street Food + Baked Goods |
| Phamily Eats | Jamaican Patties |
| The Abibiman Projec | African Cuisines, Pantry Items and Desserts |
| Pampa Y Patagonai | Argentinian Empanadas and Treats |
| Meena's Kitchen | Home Cooked North Indian Food |
| Bungkus | Malaysian Home Cooked Foods |
| Slow Jams TO | Filipino BBQ Street Food |
| Tokyo Taco | Japanese Tacos |
| Bangkok Station | Thai Iced Teas, Oyster Pancakes |
| Chef Cody – Simpl Things | Hand Crafted Pizza / Italian |
| East India Company | East Indian Chaats, Entrees, Desserts |
| Kopi Thyme | Southeast Asian Flavours / Fusion |
| Bella Gamba | Asian / Italian Pastas |
| Delicious Empanadas | Columbian, Empanadas |
Desserts / Snacks:
| Vendor | Offering |
|---|---|
| Acorn Chocolates | Chocolates / Bon Bons |
| Geladona | Brazillian Cafe and Treats |
| Get Baked Sweet Bar | Baked Treats |
| Butter and Spice | Black-Owned, Gourmet Baked Treats |
| Matcha Matcha | Quality Matcha Drinks / Snacks |
| Tito Parley | Filipino Desserts |
Drinks:
| Vendor | Offering |
|---|---|
| Love of Cocktails | Premium Craft Cocktai / Non -Alc Cocktails |
| Henderson's Brewing | Beers, Seltzers, Non-Alc |
| Genuwine Imports | Curated Natural Wines |
Other Entertainment / Activities:
- Toronto Dog Mom's Curated Vendors (Dog Snack, Beverages, Accessories, Apparel, etc.)
- Love of Cocktails – All Day Rotation of Cocktail Making Classes
- Art Installations
- Local Toronto DJ's / Live Music
- Potential Sponsored Activations (TBD)
If there's literally any thoughts on additional vendors or activations / activities that r/FoodToronto would want to see at an experience like this.. Please just shout it out. It's an inaugural year, so there will probably a few small kinks here and there, but looking forward to this being a super fun event!
Shout out to u/quickfixx- , and hope all is well!
EDIT:
Website is up! www.feastie.ca
by flosstray