THE FALL FLAVOURS FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY SOBEYS WILL SHOWCASE THE VERY BEST OF CANADA’S FOOD ISLAND FROM SEPTEMBER 24 – OCTOBER 10!

CHARLOTTETOWN – Prince Edward Island, Canada’s Food Island, is once again set to welcome guests from around the world for a spectacular culinary experience, as the multiple award-winning Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys returns for its eighteenth edition!

Once again for this year, each full day of the festival includes a signature Fall Flavours experience, providing a wonderful opportunity for guests to extend their stay and enjoy even more of Prince Edward Island’s world-renowned culinary and culture. Prepare to feed your soul, as Fall Flavours features the very best in local flavours, picturesque settings, Island hospitality, unique venues, first-class entertainment, and unforgettable experiences from some of Prince Edward Island’s most exceptional curators of cuisine and craft beverages.

“The Fall Flavours Food & Drink Festival turns PEI, Canada’s Food Island’s harvest into a living story – more than twenty signature experiences that let guests taste our Island’s culture and carry that inspiration home. We look forward to welcoming the world this September and October, and thank our funding partners at the Province of Prince Edward and the Government of Canada for their continued support of Fall Flavours.” – Lee Turner, CEO, Food Island Partnership

Fall Flavours will feature more than two dozen signature culinary-themed events, showcasing Prince Edward Island from communities ‘tip-to-tip’. Guests from across the country and around the world can look forward to enjoying a tremendous lineup of new, enhanced, and finely-curated experiences, each celebrating the world-class reputation of Canada’s Food Island!

“The PEI Fall Flavours Food & Drink Festival is a celebration of what makes Prince Edward Island truly special. Each fall, communities across the Island come together to showcase our world-class food and beverage producers, our talented chefs, and the unforgettable culinary experiences that define us as Canada’s Food Island. We invite visitors to come taste PEI this fall—meet the people behind the products, experience our hospitality, and enjoy the incredible flavours that can only be found on Prince Edward Island.” – Hon. Ernie Hudson, Fisheries, Rural Development and Tourism

Fall Flavours Food and Drink festival tickets are available now at FallFlavours.ca.

Media Contact:
Adam Ramsay
Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival Manager
info@fallflavours.ca | 902.316.0000

The Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys is hosted by Canada’s Food Island, and is an initiative of Food Island Partnership, with funding support provided by the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island.

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The PEI Tree Fruit Growers Association – representing apple growers from Tignish to Souris – offers a variety of locally-operated and fun-filled Apple U-Pick locations across the province for you to explore! 

Arlington Orchards – 150 Orchard Rd, Arlington, PE

The Grove Orchard & U-Pick – 2027 North York River Rd, Warren Grove, PE

Wintermoor Orchard – 906 PE-25, York, PE

Belvedere Orchard U-Pick – 1481 Millboro Rd, North Wiltshire, PE 

Awesome Blossom – 2102 Bethel Road, Mount Herbert, PE

Red Point Orchard – 78 Lapierre Lane, Red Point, PE

Cute Road Farms Apple Orchard – 543 Broderick Road, Tignish, PE 

Top Notch Farms – (Charlottetown Farmer’s Market) 100 Belvedere Ave, Charlottetown, PE

These U-Pick, cider, and farm stand markets across Prince Edward Island provide the perfect setting to take yourself or your family out for a fun-filled experience, where you can learn the characteristics of a working farm, support local operators, and enjoy world-class fresh produce! PEI Apples are well known for their vibrant colour, quality size, and premium taste.

Come explore and try them for yourself!

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THE FALL FLAVOURS FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL PRESENTED BY SOBEYS RETURNS THIS SEPTEMBER TO SHOWCASE THE VERY BEST OF CANADA’S FOOD ISLAND!

CHARLOTTETOWN – Prince Edward Island, Canada’s Food Island, is once again set to welcome visitors from around the world for an extraordinary culinary experience, as the award-winning Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys returns for its seventeenth edition this September 25 – October 11!

New for 2025, each full day of the festival includes a signature Fall Flavours experience, providing a greater opportunity for guests to extend their stay and enjoy even more of Prince Edward Island’s world-renowned culinary and hospitality. Prepare to feed your soul, as Fall Flavours features the very best in local flavours, picturesque settings, unique venues, first-class entertainment, and unforgettable experiences from some of Prince Edward Island’s most exceptional curators of Island cuisine and craft beverages.

“The Fall Flavours Food & Drink Festival turns PEI, Canada’s Food Island’s harvest into a living story – twenty signature experiences that let guests taste our Island’s culture and carry that inspiration home. We look forward to welcoming the world this September and October, and thank our funding partners at the Province of Prince Edward and the Government of Canada for their continued support of Fall Flavours.”

— Bryan Inglis, CEO, Food Island Partnership” – Bryan Inglis, CEO, Food Island Partnership

This year, Fall Flavours will feature 20 signature culinary-themed events, showcasing the absolute best of Prince Edward Island food, drink, and culture from communities ‘tip-to-tip’. Guests from across the region and around the world can look forward to enjoying a remarkable lineup of new, enhanced, and fully-curated experiences, each celebrating the very best of Canada’s Food Island!

“Fall Flavours has become a cornerstone of the Island’s fall tourism season—showcasing the best of our food, our people, and our hospitality. This year’s Festival offers a full lineup of signature events that invite visitors to stay longer, explore more, and savour the unforgettable tastes and experiences that make Prince Edward Island Canada’s Food Island.”

— Hon. Zack Bell, Minister of Fisheries, Tourism, Sport and Culture

Fall Flavours Food and Drink festival tickets are available now at FallFlavours.ca.

Media Contact:

Adam Ramsay
Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival Manager
info@fallflavours.ca | 902.316.0000

The Fall Flavours Food and Drink Festival presented by Sobeys, September 25 – October 11, 2025 – is hosted by Canada’s Food Island, and is an initiative of Food Island Partnership, with funding support provided by the Government of Canada and the Province of Prince Edward Island.

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Prince Edward Island, Canada’s Food Island, is home to passionate people working together to produce exceptional flavours and ingredients. Farmers, fishers, and artisan food producers’ skill, innovation, and collaborative spirit are at the heart of what makes Prince Edward Island a must-visit destination for foodies. The island is well known for its delicious mussels, lobster,  oysters, potato, and beef products, but do you know what pairs perfectly with them all? PEI Dairy products! 

Hard-working island dairy farmers produce high-quality dairy products for foodies across the country to enjoy! They are committed to delivering their best in taste, safety, and quality

Here are four of our favourite recipes that pair PEI dairy products with the island flavours you know and love! Trust us. These are a match made in heaven.

1. Local Seafood Tarts with Squeakies Cheese Curd

Featuring island ingredients: lobster and mussels &  Squeakies Cheese Curds

These pastries could serve as a perfect appetizer or the main event. No matter what way you slice it, they’re a taste of Prince Edward Island!

Recipe Here 

2. Oyster au Gratin

Featuring island ingredients: oysters & extra old cheddar

A crowd favourite, this recipe is perfect for serving when you want to wow your guests! The flavours of this oyster au gratin recipe are heightened by the use of freshly shucked island oysters and perfectly aged PEI dairy extra old cheddar.

Recipe Here

3. Prosciutto-Wrapped Stuffed Chicken with Cheesy Mashed Potatoes 

Featuring island ingredients: potatoes &  Squeakies Cheese Curds

Elevate your next family dinner with Squeakies Cheese mashed potatoes! There’s nothing more delicious than perfectly mashed potatoes, especially when loaded with PEI cheese!

Recipe Here

4. Glazed Beef Medallions with Feta

Featuring island ingredients: beef medallions & feta cheese

Enjoy PEI feta topped grilled beef medallions with a fresh garden salad or baked potatoes! The high-quality beef and PEI feta that local farmers produce make this recipe stand out. You can truly taste the difference!

Recipe Here

For more mouth-water recipes that feature PEI dairy products, visit: https://www.dfpei.pe.ca/recipes

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With the PEI Fall Flavours Festival starting this week, we wanted to share an update with you, our valued guests.

As you may be aware, earlier this week, Feast and Frolic & the PEI International Shellfish Festival made the difficult decision to cancel due to the evolving public health situation in schools in the Charlottetown area.

It’s hard to understand how some events can proceed while others can’t. The key factors typically relate to the size of the event and venue and the impact public health guidelines will have on our ability to meet guest expectations.

At this time, we are happy to announce that our events for this weekend are all proceeding as planned. This includes Beef N’ Blues, The Island Walk Food Hike, and Clammin and Jammin.

There is also one event cancellation to report. By the Sea and Under the Harvest Moon, scheduled for September 24-26, will be cancelled. If you are booked for this event, we will automatically refund your credit card. Please allow up to 14 days for the refund to be processed. If your method of payment has changed, please get in touch with info@tidalevents.io.

As always, your health and safety and that of our staff are our top priority. Please read on for our recommendations for safe event participation and to ensure Fall Flavours is enjoyable.

• At this time, public gathering sizes have not changed on PEI. Non-medical masks are required to be worn in all indoor places when not eating, drinking or seated at your table.
• Event Seating: Fall Flavours events do not have assigned seating. We highly recommend you arrive at the event with the people you would like to sit with. Please note, you may be seated at a table with people outside of your party.
• The Island-wide mask mandate has been reinstated on Prince Edward Island as of Friday, September 17, 2021. You will be required to wear a mask at all times except when eating and drinking.
• People sitting at the same table are not required to social distance, but event staff will do their best to ensure 2m/6ft between the tables.

As always, your adherence to ongoing public health measures continues to be very important to protect yourself and other attendees:

• Stay home when you are sick or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.
• Get tested if you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.
• Wash your hands frequently.
• Get vaccinated to protect yourself and others.

The Festival is in regular communication with the Chief Public Health Officer on Prince Edward Island. We will continue to monitor the situation, and should any future changes be required; we will notify you as soon as possible.

You are very important to us. If for any reason you have changed your mind, we are happy to offer a full refund no questions asked. To request a refund, click the button below. If for some reason you have trouble requesting your refund, please contact info@tidalevents.io.

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August 5, 2021 – Charlottetown, PE – Tickets for the PEI Fall Flavours Festival and PEI International Shellfish Festival are now on sale. New details about each festival were also released today, including the biggest entertainment line-up ever for the Shellfish Festival, new Fall Flavours events, and the slate of guest chefs set to host festival events.

“It’s great to get back to doing what PEI does best. It’s no secret that Prince Edward Island is Canada’s Food Island, and these festivals are a big reason why,” said Minister of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture, Matthew MacKay. “After the last 17 months, both Islanders and our visitors are craving connection, community, excitement and delicious Island food. These festivals are the perfect opportunity to promote our world-famous hospitality and our Island culture that makes PEI so special.”

For the first time ever, the two festivals will kick-off together with Feast & Frolic presented by Lobster Fishers of PEI on September 16 at the Charlottetown Event Grounds. Chef Ned Bell will co-host the event alongside local talents including Chef Jesse MacDonald, Chef Andrew Smith and Canadian Chef of the Year, Irwin MacKinnon.

The Shellfish Festival, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary, will feature three jam-packed days and nights of shellfish celebrations, including an impressive line-up of live entertainment. Chef Ned Bell, founder of Chefs for Oceans and Chef Ambassador for Ocean Wise, will host the weekend’s celebrations. 

This year’s headlining acts at the Shellfish Festival include Newfoundland sensation, Alan Doyle, and the ever-popular Big Bad Party Band. Logan Richard, The Love Junkies, and Fabulously Rich will also make appearances on the mainstage, along with other talented Island entertainers.

“On behalf of the City Council and all of us here in Charlottetown, we say a huge thank you to the entire organization and of course the many sponsors who have made the PEI Fall Flavours Festival and PEI International Shellfish Festival possible,” said Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown. “The success of both these festivals is phenomenal, and relies on the hard work and determination of many volunteers committed to them year after year.”

A full slate of Industry competitions will run throughout the weekend, including the Garland Canada Chef Showdown. This intense culinary competition will see 4 incredible chefs from across Canada compete live for a $10,000 prize. This year’s competitors are Chef Carmen Ingham of The Pointe Restaurant at the Wickaninnish Inn (BC), Chef Kyle Puddester of Fork (NL), Chef Phil Nguyen of Nuoc Mam and Open Concept Hospitality (ON), and Chef Samantha Medeiros of La Palma + Casa La Palma (ON). 

A new ticketing format at the Shellfish Festival will allow festival-goers more flexibility to choose between an afternoon-only pass starting at $10, an all-day pass starting at $35, or a weekend pass starting at $70.  The new afternoon pass will allow entry to enjoy the industry competitions, food pavilion, and local entertainment on the mainstage, but excludes access to the tent during the evening headlining acts. Festival-goers will also be able to enjoy contactless payment, with the introduction of a rechargeable card that can be loaded with Shellfish Bucks and used through tap at all vendors.  

The PEI Fall Flavours Festival presented by Sobeys is also coming back in full force. Set to run from September 16th to October 10th, the Island’s premier culinary festival will feature a jam-packed schedule of food events and adventures hosted by new and returning guest chefs.

Tickets are now on sale for all Fall Flavours events, including the festival’s first-ever all-inclusive 3 day culinary experience hosted by Island East at Rodd Brudenell River Resort. 

The exclusive three-day, two-night package, By The Sea, Under the Harvest Moon, will feature an opening reception, live comedy, an immersive activity of the guest’s choice, a signature dinner hosted by Chef Corbin Tomaszeski, and all other meals.  Guests are encouraged to purchase this package early due to very limited capacity.

This year’s festival will also feature a number of new culinary events alongside popular returning favourites. Brand new events include the Cavendish Beach Couples Classic – Fall Edition, a non-competitive golfing and culinary event, the Fall Flavours Food Hike, and Street Feast, a 2-day celebration of food and farming set to take place in downtown Charlottetown. 

In total, the Festival will host 13 Signature Events, including its Taste of Coastal Communities series presented by Atlantic Lottery. Culinary events, culinary adventures, and local dining experiences will round out the festival’s packed schedule. 

As always, the Fall Flavours Festival will welcome guest chefs from across the country to work alongside local chefs at its Signature Events. Confirmed guest chefs include Ned Bell, Michael Smith, Jesse Vergen, Renee LaValle, Stephen Barrett, Alaine Bosse, Patrick McMurray, Corbin Tomaszeski, Lynn Crawford and Chuck Hughes. 

Tickets for the PEI Fall Flavours Festival and PEI International Shellfish Festival are now on sale. Save 10% when you buy before August 31st. For more information and to purchase, please visit www.fallflavours.ca and www.peishellfish.com. 

For more information:

Jennifer Paynter
Director of Marketing | The PEI Fall Flavours Festival & PEI International Shellfish Festival
902.370.3397
jennifer@versatilegroup.ca

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The PEI International Shellfish Festival Ticketing Options Thursday September 16th – Sunday September 19th, 2021: 

• Thursday Feast & Frolic presented by Lobster Fishers of PEI: 6:00 PM – Early Bird $155.00 Regular $170.50 
• Friday Afternoon Pass: 12:00 – 4:30 PM |  Early Bird $10.00 Regular $11.00
• Friday All Day Admission: 12:00 – 11:00 PM | Early Bird $40.00 Regular $44.00 * Receive free Sunday Admission
• Saturday Afternoon Pass: 12:00 – 4:30 PM | Early Bird $10.00 Regular $11.00
• Saturday All Day Admission: 12:00 – 11:00 PM |  Early Bird $35.00 Regular $38.50 * Receive free Sunday Admission
• Sunday All Day Admission: 12:00 – 5:00 PM | Early Bird $10.00 Regular $11.00
• Weekend Pass; Friday – Sunday – Early Bird $70.00 *Only available until August 31, 2021 or while supplies last
• All ticket prices have HST and additional fees charged in addition. 
• Early Bird Pricing in effect until August 31, 2021 

The PEI Fall Flavours Festival Signature Events: 

• Feast & Frolic presented by Lobster Fishers of PEI, Thursday September 16, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Ned Bell
• Beef N’ Blues, Friday September 17, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Michael Smith
• Clammin’ & Jammin, Saturday September 18, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Alain Bossé
• Savour Victoria, Thursday September 23, 2021| Hosted by guest Chef Lynn Crawford
• Toe Taps & Taters, Friday September 24, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Jesse Vergen
• By the Sea Under the Harvest Moon, Friday September 24 – Sunday September 26, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Corbin Tomaszeski 
• Oysters on the Pier, Sunday September 26, 2021| Hosted by guest Chef Patrick McMurray
• PEI Lobster Party, Friday October 1, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Michael Smith 
• Street Feast, Friday October 1 – Saturday October 2, 2021
• Harbour Feast, Saturday October 9, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Chuck Hughes

The PEI Fall Flavours Festival Taste of Coastal Communities Events:

• An Evening at Red Shores – A Taste of Coastal Communities, Wednesday September 29, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Renée LaVallée
• Taste of Georgetown, Thursday September 30, 2021 | Hosted by guest Chef Stephen Barrett

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September 1, 2020

Charlottetown, PE – Canada’s Food Island is adapting to support PEI’s food industry and tourism operators during the global pandemic caused by COVID-19.

“Canada’s Food Island typically hosts the month-long PEI Fall Flavours Festival and is rolling out a series of initiatives aimed at meeting the Festival’s mandates”, says Mitch Cobb, Chair of Food Island Partnership. “Celebrity chefs, local food advocates and tourism operators will all be engaged to help celebrate PEI food and encourage visitation to the Island this fall.”

Canada’s Food Island is launching a gift card program to encourage Islanders and visitors to buy and spend locally. Whether golfing, shopping, or enjoying PEI’s world-famous flavours, this easy-to-use gift card supports businesses Island-wide. Accommodation partners have created packages including free gift cards. Launching later this month, Canada’s Food Island gift cards will be sold to consumers at a twenty percent discount during the program period at Mel’s Convenience, Murphy’s Pharmacy and Co-op locations in Souris, O’Leary and Tignish, with additional retail partners coming soon. For more information about Canada’s Food Island Gift Card program visit www.canadasfoodisland.ca.

PEI food will also be in the social media spotlight thanks to the Fall Flavours’ Local Food Advocates. These local ambassadors of Canada’s Food Island come from all walks of life and will be dining out, highlighting staycations, and taking in culinary adventures all while celebrating PEI ingredients through their social media platforms.

“From ocean views to rolling hills, Prince Edward Island offers some 200 kilometres of joyful, memorable experiences you will want to repeat again and again,” said the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. “Locals await your arrival with everything from delicious food to their renowned hospitality, making you feel welcome and never want to leave. Our government is pleased to support the Food Island Partnership for its efforts to create a successful 2020 Fall Flavours Festival experience during these challenging times. Our message to PEI’s tourism sector is clear: we’ve been here for you with immediate measures, we’re here for you now as our economy reopens and we’ll get through this, together. We’re working with you to support good, local jobs and help PEI tourism come back strong.”

Foodies in Toronto are also enjoying a taste of Prince Edward Island when they purchase Canada’s Food Island Meal Kits. The kits offer a PEI Patio Party in a box featuring PEI lobster, oysters, mussels, potatoes, and beef along with chef-inspired menus created by The McEwan Group. Through this partnership, the McEwan Group has been selling kits since July. Kits will be available until the end of September online and at their two Toronto locations.

“Now, more than ever before, we need innovative and creative solutions to continue promoting our province as Canada’s Food Island,” said Minister of Economic Growth, Tourism and Culture Matthew MacKay. “I applaud Food Island Partnership for working hard to adapt to our current global circumstances so that the Fall Flavours Festival can proceed this year in a new way that continues to promote all the tourism products Prince Edward Island has to offer.”

PEI’s celebrity chef, Michael Smith, will also showcase the Island’s rich food scene in a series of videos proudly presented by Sobeys. Viewers will be invited to follow along as Chef Michael explores different regions of the Island, meets local characters, and cooks up delicious dishes showcasing PEI ingredients.

“It’s never been more important to support our Island’s food producers than it is right now. We’re looking forward to working with our many Fall Flavours and industry partners to continue celebrating and showcasing Canada’s Food Island in new and exciting ways,” added Cobb.

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For more information:

Morgan Martin | Marketing Officer
Food Island Partnership
302-134 Kent St. Charlottetown PE C1A 2A7
902 367-4411 | 902 969-5279

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