Edible Vancouver Island Partners with Apple Maps to Bring Culinary Delights to Your Fingertips
Vancouver Island, November 28, 2023 — Edible Vancouver Island is proud to announce its exciting partnership with Apple Maps to create curated editorial culinary content that will bring the rich flavours and vibrant food culture of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands to your mobile devices. They are thrilled to introduce their inaugural map, "Farmers Markets," which is now live and ready for exploration.
Apple Maps users will now have access to Edible’s curated culinary content, providing users with a unique and immersive way to explore the rich food landscape of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. From farm-to-table experiences to artisanal food producers and local markets, their maps will help users discover the best that the region has to offer.
This collaboration marks a significant milestone for Edible Vancouver Island as they join forces with Apple, a global technology giant known for its innovative navigation services. Edible Communities, the umbrella organization overseeing all Edible publications across Canada, the United States and Mexico, was chosen by Apple as the trusted partner for this culinary initiative.
With this partnership, Edible Vancouver Island becomes the go-to source for discovering culinary gems and hidden food treasures across the region. Their mission is to showcase the diverse and dynamic food scene that has made Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands a culinary destination.
"We are incredibly honoured to have been invited by Apple to partner with them to create culinary maps for Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands," says Karen Elgersma, the publisher of Edible Vancouver Island. "This partnership is a testament to our commitment to promoting the food culture and connecting food enthusiasts with the culinary treasures of our region."
If you're looking for a farmer’s market in the region you live in or are visiting, these culinary maps will be your trusted companion. You can find Edible culinary maps in regions all over North America, with a focus on celebrating the unique flavours and culinary traditions of each locale.
Explore the first of many exciting maps, "Farmers Markets," today, by simply opening Apple Maps on your iOS device and searching for “Edible Communities.” Stay tuned for upcoming maps that will take you on a gastronomic journey through Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
Edible Vancouver Island is a trusted source for celebrating the culinary culture of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Through engaging stories, vibrant photography and expert curation, we connect food enthusiasts with the people, places and flavours that make this region a food lover's paradise.
