Gusto TV Announces its Commitment to Canadian Cookbook Authors with Taste Canada

Ottawa, Canada | July 2, 2024 – Gusto TV is proud to announce its commitment to promoting and celebrating Canadian cookbook authors and their publishers through the Taste Canada Cookbook Awards.

Gusto TV is using its highly popular TV channel and social media platforms to highlight the shortlisted titles of the 27th Taste Canada Awards.

“We’re committed to supporting Canadian cookbook authors while encouraging our viewers to discover and purchase these incredible cookbooks that reflect the culinary traditions of our nation,” said Chris Knight, President & CEO of Gusto Worldwide Media.

The channel promotions will include the five English-language categories: Culinary Narratives, General Cookbooks, Regional/Cultural Cookbooks, Single-Subject Cookbooks and Health or Special Diet Cookbooks. The promo videos will play now, leading up to the awards ceremony on October 21 in Toronto.

Following these prestigious awards, Gusto TV will double down on its commitment by promoting the winners on its channel and social media platforms.

“Taste Canada is super excited to partner with Gusto TV, Chris Knight and his team, as we join forces to promote and support Canada’s culinary authors, celebrating and advancing the wonderful homegrown culinary talent this country has to offer,” said Karen Baxter, Executive Director of Taste Canada.

By showcasing the shortlisted titles and winners of the Taste Canada Awards, Gusto aims to foster a deeper appreciation for Canadian culinary talent and encourage audiences to explore the rich offerings of Canadian cuisine.

Gusto TV is available on a wide range of platforms, ensuring that Canada’s culinary heritage reaches food enthusiasts nationwide. Stay tuned for more exciting updates as Gusto TV and Taste Canada embark on this flavorful journey together.

About Gusto TV

Gusto TV is an international food channel with exceptional production values and sophisticated storytelling. With hundreds of hours of proprietary content, Gusto TV offers a culturally diverse lineup that is a feast for the eyes and connects emotionally with viewers. Gusto TV’s award-winning titles can be viewed in English, Spanish and Simplified Chinese across 160+ countries on 40+ different platforms. Check out the Watch Now page to get all of Gusto TV’s delicious culinary programming. Food is the one true global language and Gusto TV speaks all dialects.

About Taste Canada

Taste Canada aims to connect, inspire and celebrate Canadians through food and stories rooted in tradition, diversity, and community. Taste Canada is passionate about promoting diverse culinary books so their unique recipes, stories and perspectives can be brought to life in kitchens all around the world. Since 1998, Taste Canada has presented awards to some of the best Canadian cookbook authors and food writers in both official languages. Awards are presented each year at a one-of-a-kind gastronomic Gala in Toronto where food and beverage writers, publishers, chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, industry, post-secondary culinary colleges, media and cookbook fans gather to promote vibrant national conversation about food and the art and culture of culinary writing. Click here to learn more about Taste Canada and to explore the 2024 shortlist.