Indigenous Excellence: Edmonton’s New Fine Dining Destination Challenges Convention | National
At its core, culinary tourism is a trip where travelers can experience local food. Although a simple concept, it is big business. Market research from The Brainy Insights estimates the global culinary tourism market is worth $1.1 trillion.
While the overall market is popular, Indigenous restaurants are challenging to find. An Edmonton chef and his wife strive to open hearts and minds to the world of Indigenous cuisine with their innovative eatery.
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