St. Petersburg is hosting a local food and drink-honoring event called Localicious, which will run for an entire week. The idea for this event is pay tribute to locally grown food and locally made drinks.
This will be the second annual event held in St. Petersburg and this year's focus is to "unite restaurants, markets and community gardens." Local breweries and restaurants have created dishes and sample beverages that were designed specifically for this event. These offerings will only be available for a limited time during the week of the event. There will be a large list of events happening such as the Friday Food Truck Rally, a lavish Speakeasy and food-themed movies in the park. This extensive list will ensure all local preferences are met and each local vendor has the opportunity to participate.
The week-long Localicious event will take place on October 18 to 25, 2015. This event was created in an effort to appreciate local eats and continue help the local economy.
Localized Food Events
The Localicious Festival Honors Local Breweries & Eco Food Options
Trend Themes
1. Local Food Festivals - Creating localized food events allows for an appreciation of locally sourced ingredients and supports small and local businesses in the food industry.
2. Gourmet Street Food - By creating dishes that were designed specifically for the event, food trucks and local restaurants have found a way to showcase their unique talents in creating gourmet street food.
3. Pop-up Events - The limited availability of these dishes and beverages creates a sense of urgency and exclusivity, which can attract more people to pop-up events featuring local food and drinks.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Local food events offer unique branding and marketing opportunities for small and local businesses in the food and beverage industry.
2. Hospitality and Tourism - The rise of localized food festivals presents an opportunity for the hospitality and tourism industries to showcase local culture and attract more visitors.
3. Event Planning - Pop-up events featuring local food and drinks require event planning and promotion, creating opportunities for professionals in the event planning industry.