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Explore tastes from around the world, locally: City of Brampton launches Brampton Food Guide

BRAMPTON, ON (March 1, 2021) – Globally inspired and locally rooted, the Brampton Food Guide is now available online!

​The Brampton Food Guide features 54 restaurants and markets and highlights the city’s Best Bites, local Chef Favourites, Brampton’s Burger Tour and recommendations from local food influencers, including:


• Andria Barrett, health and nutrition speaker
• Suresh Doss, CBC food and drink writer
• Eden Hagos, founder of BLACK FOODIE an online food platform
• Royce Li, former Team Canada Pastry Chef and Peel District School Board high school teacher
• Rick Matharu, winner of ‘Recipe to Riches’, chef, owner of Rick’s Good Eats
• Kiefer Nazareth, digital marketer and founder of Mr. Social Eats
• Haviah Mighty, Polaris Music prize-winning artist
• Kiran Rai, actor and creative director
• Jason Rosso, chef and owner J. Red & Co.

For more information on the Brampton Food Guide, click here.

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“As one of Canada’s most diverse communities, the City of Brampton offers a unique culinary experience that is rich in authentic taste with flavours from around the globe. Check out our new guide and explore an international cuisine, while safely supporting independent businesses.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

“Many first generation Canadians grew up with home-cooked meals, as parents longed for tastes of back home, alongside the new flavours around them. The combination of flavours is something up-and-coming chefs have drawn inspiration from, and is present in the incredible fusion dishes available within our city.”
- Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5, Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

“Brampton’s diverse population is proud to share their unique tastes from around the globe. Brampton is home to many talented chefs, drawing on their cultural roots, to create innovative dishes. Explore our guide and you may find your new local favourite!”
- Harkirat Singh, City Councillor, Wards 9 & 10, Chair, Corporate Services, City of Brampton

“Brampton is a Mosaic and home to Canada’s ninth largest population of more than 700,000 people, who make up our vibrant community. This diversity is reflected in the cuisines available throughout the City and we’re so pleased to offer this new guide that allows our residents to explore global tastes while supporting local.”
- David Barrick, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton

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