We Started a Festival from Behind Our Desks

We Started a Festival from Behind Our Desks

Author: Murissa Maurice January 4, 2026 Duration: 32:48

In this episode of Foodie Town, hosts Murissa and Taryn discuss the Okanagan Hot Chocolate Festival, celebrating its fifth year. They share insights on how the festival started, the importance of community engagement, and the creative offerings from local vendors. The conversation highlights the challenges and successes of running a festival, including sponsorships, vendor relationships, and the impact on local businesses. They also reflect on the growth of the festival and the exciting new flavours and participants for this year.

People and videos mentioned:Watch these previous Okanagan Hot Chocolate Videos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChRF3uEPXgUhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UGN5qkYW_UPrevious video episode -Vancouver Cookbook Clubhttps://foodietown.ca/vancouver-cookbook-club/

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Murissa Maurice hosts Foodie Town Podcast, a series built on conversations with people whose passion for food extends far beyond the kitchen. Each episode sits down with a different foodie who is actively shaping taste and community, whether through a local project, a cultural initiative, or a digital platform. You’ll hear from bakers reviving historic grains in their neighborhoods, fermenters teaching ancient techniques online, and travelers documenting the stories behind street food stalls. These discussions naturally weave through the categories that food touches-society, arts, culture, and place-revealing how what we eat connects us. The podcast offers a genuine look at the drive behind these creators, focusing on the tangible impact of their work. Listening feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where the talk is as nourishing as the meal. It’s for anyone curious about the people building community around food, one cool idea at a time. Find more from Murissa Maurice and the show through the Foodie Town substack.
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