Banff, Alberta  – The time of year is upon us when Banff National Park's vibrant culinary scene welcomes foodies to experience its most delectable side! Complement your snowy experience with après craft beers or hot chocolates by a cozy fire; sip signature cocktails with locally distilled vodka or enjoy a glass of wine at 7,000 feet. Banff & Lake Louise have an exciting and noteworthy Rocky Mountain food and beverage scene waiting to be untapped.

To kick off winter and culinary combinations, Bon Appétit Banff will combine ten days of food and drink pairings highlighting many options distinctive to Canada's first national park. From November 12th to 22nd, Banff's winter season's tempting and tasty stories are taking place. Here is a list of new and tantalizing ways to experience Banff National Park:

'One-Night-Only' Signature Bon Appétit Banff Experiences
Take advantage of a number of signature events specific to Bon Appétit – Chef Liz Gagnon's pop up Italian kitchen at The Bison Restaurant; a four course beverage and food tasting at one of Banff's best kept secrets, The Juniper Hotel and Bistro; or a free distillery tour and tasting at Park with Master Distiller, Matt Hendricks. Or take a culinary tour of Banff with one of four unique 'Dine Around' experiences – three restaurants, three courses with beverage pairings for each course and an interpretive guide to escort you as you hop from place to place!

Craft Beer Tasting at the Cave & Basin Historic Site
The first-ever Banff Craft Beer Festival will be taking place at the home of Canada's first national park. The Cave and Basin is beautifully set at the base of Sulphur Mountain, and is now home to the world's most beautiful beer festival. Sample amazing food from some of Banff's best pubs and restaurants, and taste an offering of beers from Alberta's own breweries.

Dining Under Moonlight
The historic Cliffhouse Bistro will open for moonlit dining at 7,000 feet on full moon nights, creating the unique opportunity for an evening of magical dining overlooking the Bow Valley. Guests ascend on the North American Chair to this high alpine eatery to dine fireside on the culinary creations of Chef Morne Burger.

From Glacier to Glass at Banff's Distillery
This is the first winter visitors can take a taste of the mountains home with them, as Park Distillery has recently launched Park Vodka. Distilled on site at Banff National Park's first distillery, Master Distiller Matt Hendricks uses water originating at six Rocky Mountain glaciers and grain sourced from high-altitude family farms in the Alberta foothills, to create Park's first spirit

Sushi & Ski
Indulge in elevated dining at Lake Louise Ski Resort's recently renovated mountain-top Whitehorn Bistro, with its upscale menu by Executive Chef Scott Green who recently moved to the Rockies from his world-renowned Las Vegas resort. Another new addition this year is a sushi bar located at the base in the Lodge of Ten Peaks.

The theme of delicious seafood at high altitude continues at Sunshine Village, where the Eagle's Nest Dining Room in the Sunshine Mountain Lodge will be serving oysters and caviar – the perfect decadent addition to a night in Banff National Park's intimate on-mountain lodge.

Media Resources:
Banff's story is told in multiple ways by many faces and names – notably, Banff's chefs, Master Distiller, and mixologists who create memorable experiences in the Park by providing exceptional food and beverage options. Interview opportunities with a Bon Appétit spokesperson and these local talents are available upon request and can be made by contacting the media team at Banff Lake Louise Tourism. Dining and accommodation packages can be booked on the Banff Lake Louise Tourism website.