Canada is one of the most exciting foodie destinations in the world, due to a diverse population that has created a melting pot of cultures and cuisines that can be found on every corner.

 

From the infamous 'peameal bacon sandwich' to the national favourite 'poutine' and of course 'butter tarts', the food markets in Canada are the best place to discover Canada's favourite culinary delights.

 

Canadian Affair, the UK's specialist tour operator to Canada, is offering a range of fantastic City Break offers for travellers looking to explore Canada's leading foodie cities including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Halifax and Ottawa. Each city is the perfect base to experience some of the oldest and most renowned food markets in the country, whilst sampling delicious local food.

 

Toronto - St. Lawrence Market

 

For over 200 years St. Lawrence Market, has been providing locals and tourists alike with some of the most authentic and exciting produce in Canada. Today over 120 merchants and artisans sell everything from fresh olives to cured meats to fresh seafood. However, no trip to St. Lawrence Market would be complete without a visit to the Carousel Bakery, known as the home of the award-winning "World Famous Peameal Bacon Sand­wich." This tasty treat combines thick slices of peameal bacon with maple mustard in a hot bread roll, and is a perfect lunchtime treat that cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

 

Toronto City Break from £499 per person. Package includes return Economy Class flights from Gatwick plus 3nights at the four-star Sheraton Centre (two people sharing on a room only basis).Based on travel on selected dates in May-October 2014.

 

Montreal - Jean Talon Market

 

Montreal is one of Canada's most vibrant and multi-cultural cities, and no trip would be complete without sampling the food at the Jean-Talon Market, located in the heart of Montreal's Little Italy.  Not to be missed are sausages from William J. Walter, which range from French-Canadian and German classics to new inventions like boar, blueberry and ice wine, and deer-pork-and-ground-cherries, as well as local cheese from Fromagerie Qui Lait Cru, and the Moroccan sweet and savoury pastries at Le Ryad. Jean- Talon Market is also located close to some of Montreal's most exciting foodie neighbourhoods including China town where tourists can sample 'dragon beard candy', a sweet treat made of candy floss and peanuts, as well as 24 hour diners serving the infamous Poutine, a late-night classic of French fries covered in gravy and cheddar cheese curds.

 

Montréal Short Break from £739 per person Package includes return Economy Class flights from Gatwick plus 6 nights' accommodation at Le Centre Sheraton, Montreal (two people sharing on a room only basis). Based on travel on selected dates in May-October 2014.

 

Vancouver - Granville Island's Public Market

 

Granville Island Public Market is a bustling market located in the heart of the Vancouver. It is a fascinating assortment of colourful stalls, showcasing the very finest in gastronomic delights. Here you will find exotic produce and gourmet ingredients alongside global dishes and local specialties including sweet and savoury pot pie. Be sure to visit with an empty stomach so you can sample unusual fruits such as the tentacle-like Buddha's Hand citrus fruit, tart kaffir limes or hot-pink dragon fruit. The food court also offers ethnic eats like Ukrainian Pierogies, Mexican Chimichangas, Indian butter chicken and fresh Japanese sashimi.  

 

Vancouver City Break from £639 per person. Package includes return Economy Class flights from Gatwick plus 7 nights' accommodation at the Sandman Vancouver (two people sharing on a room only basis).  Based on travel in May-October 2014.

 

Ottawa - ByWard Market

Established in 1826, the ByWard Market is one of Canada's oldest and largest public markets located in the heart of Canada's capital. At any time of day, Byward Market or "The Market", as it's known to locals, in downtown Ottawa is thriving with couples and families. Travellers can browse the streets eating and drinking, and by night enjoy a drink and listen to live music. As testament to its culinary credentials the market is the setting for many popular annual events, including the culinary Tastes of ByWard, the Winterlude Stew Cook-Off, and ByWard Market Mardi Gras so no wonder this is considered to be one of Ottawa's number one tourist attractions. No trip to Ottawa is complete with savouring the local delicacy, Beaver Tails, which are absolute sugary heaven!

 

Ottawa City Break from £769 per person. Package includes return Economy Class flights from Gatwick plus 7 nights' accommodation at The Lord Elgin (two people sharing on a room only basis).  Based on travel in June-October 2014.

 

Halifax - Halifax Farmer's Brewery Market 

 

Halifax Farmer's Brewery Market located in Keith's Brewery Building is one of North America's oldest farmers' markets, providing fresh produce to hungry tourists and locals since the 1820's. Travellers can browse the numerous stalls selling a selection of produce from 20 varieties of cheese at Fox Hill Cheese House, created using milk from their own herd of Holstein cows, or they can indulge in fresh fish from the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean at Goldwater Seafoods.

 

Halifax City Break from £659 per person. Package includes return Economy Class flights from Gatwick, plus 7 nights' accommodation at the Atlantica Hotel (two people sharing on a room only basis).  Based on travel from June-October 2014

 

New Brunswick - Saint John City Market

Saint John City Market is the oldest market in North America and the wonderful old building was constructed in 1875-1876. Visitors to this market will see the rafters resembling the inverted hull of a ship, and country vendors, greengrocers, butchers, fish stalls, cafés, souvenirs and craftspeople fill this market six days a week. The market caters to every taste whether that's a simple bagel, freshly made cheese, fresh salmon or lobster; this charming market is a must-see in New Brunswick.

 

16 nights fly drive tour Eastern Colonial Trail of New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Ontario and Quebec from £1,315pp. Package includes intermediate sized car hire, 16 night's hotel accommodation in various locations for two people sharing. Based on travel June-September 2014. Price is excluding flights. Price including flights from £1,970pp.

 

Flight only prices

Flight only fares with Canadian Affair's airline partner Air Transat cost from £378pp return. The airline operates direct flights to Canada from four UK airports to seven Canadian destinations, and from Dublin and Shannon in Ireland to two destinations. View the entire schedule here.

For information and reservations, please call Canadian Affair on 020 7616 9933 or visit www.canadianaffair.com

 

Further information:

Claire Lowe, Rupa Tailor & Laura Apps

Canadian Affair Press Office

Bell Pottinger Corporate & Brand

Telephone: 020 7861 2446 / 2447 / 3124

E-Mail: canadianaffair@bell-pottinger.com

 

Notes to Editors

Flights are operated on Air Transat's Airbus A330 & A310 wide-body aircraft, with newly refitted interiors offering exceptional comfort and generous legroom. Both Economy & Club Class passengers benefit from the improvements including mood lighting. Zim leather seating, seat back entertainment systems in the A330 aircraft and Club Class cabins. Passengers also enjoy complimentary meals and generous baggage allowances.