About Us

British Columbia Culinary Tourism Society

Eat, Drink, Enjoy, Discover… Foods in BC!
BC Culinary Tourism  (BCCTS) has been created to celebrate all that is unique about BC foods, beverages and culinary delights! From local produce, fresh fish, local markets to a tasty meal at a local restaurant, BCCTS has tested and tasted to bring you our recommendations for the best in the West! Get your forks ready…
 
BCCTS has selected certain destinations and producers to be distinguished by a certification in recognition to their excellence in their commitment to regional ingredients, quality on every level and legendary West Coast hospitality! Whether your journey takes you on a tour of the province's wineries, rural or suburban farms, artisan producers, or simply to your next memorable meal, look for our sign of the three spoons – the mark of a uniquely BC culinary experience!
 
Allow us to guide you through a savoury road trip from east to west, north to south, following the abundant, natural, culinary resources in all areas of the province. Foods as unique as the areas they are grown in, and the people who grow them!
 
Experience the Best Tastes of BC!

Vision – What We Do

To establish BC Culinary Tourism Society (BCCTS) certified experiences as the preferred culinary experiences for visitors and residents of British Columbia; create a business climate that encourages investment in the quality and sustainability of British Columbia’s agri-food and tourism industries; and promote growth of culinary tourism within British Columbia.

Purpose – Why We’re Here

To identify and represent the interests of BCCTS certified culinary tourism operators in the marketing, communication and advocacy to all stakeholders.

Goals – How We Get There

• Develop, implement and maintain programs to increase the sale of BC cuisine and to increase the flow of tourism dollars in culinary tourism establishments across British Columbia
• Increase awareness of the economic benefits of actively participating in BC’s culinary tourism sector and the BC Culinary Tourism Society’s certification program, and the many ways to become involved
• Recognize and promote those businesses across BC currently providing an exemplary BC culinary tourism experience
• Involve business and government in the development of a provincial culinary tourism program for British Columbia
• Manage projects that further the mission of BC Culinary Tourism and support the society’s certfication criteria.