This course explores gastronomy tourism, its impacts and growth opportunities as a vehicle for fostering cultural expression, regional identities and enhancing destinations. Students will investigate various regional and global case studies that highlight how Indigenous, local, regional and National initiatives leverage gastronomy to celebrate cultural heritage, strengthen destinations and create meaningful experiences for hosts and guests. The course equips learners to design authentic gastronomic experiences such as food trails, culinary tours and events that reflect understanding of terroir, culture and collaborative partnerships while aligning with sustainable tourism strategies and market demands.
TOUR-132 - Culinary Explorations
Minimum Credits: 3
Length: 45 hours
Prerequisites: None
Delivery Method:
Blended, On-campus, Online
Course Outline: https://outlines.cotr.bc.ca/pdf/courses/Course-outline-TOUR-132-Fall-2025.pdf