TOUR 142

This course introduces students to gastronomy tourism, its impacts and growth opportunities as a vehicle of cultural expression and national identity. The students will investigate various global case studies that tackle planning and promotion of gastronomic experiences through Indigenous, local and national initiatives. Learners will also be able to create authentic gastronomic experiences such as food trails, tours and festivals that reflect understanding of terroir, culture and partnerships and align with tourism strategies and market needs. Section information text: <strong>Course Description: </strong>This course introduces students to gastronomy tourism, its impacts and growth opportunities as a vehicle of cultural expression and national identity. The students will investigate various global case studies that tackle planning and promotion of gastronomic experiences through Indigenous, local and national initiatives. Learners will also be able to create authentic gastronomic experiences such as food trails, tours and festivals that reflect understanding of terroir, culture and partnerships and align with tourism strategies and market needs.<br/><strong>Note: </strong>TOUR 142 is an approved Culture and Creative Expression course for Cap Core requirements.<br/><strong>Reg Notes: </strong> Open to all programs.<br/><strong>