Local Flavours Rendez-Vous Returns February 21

The Local Flavours Rendez-Vous is back in Embrun this year and you don’t want to miss it! This annual event brings together the community for a tasting experience featuring regional beer, wine, and food, attracting an average of 500 attendees each year. Beyond celebrating local flavours and businesses, the event also supports a community project. All proceeds will go towards installing an exterior signage that will allow local non-profits to advertise starting in 2027.

The event takes place Saturday, February 21st, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Camille Piché Community Centre (8 Blais Street, Embrun). Please note that this event is 19+.

Come celebrate the best food and drinks our community has to offer. Meet local and regional vendors, taste delicious creations, and enjoy an evening full of flavours, fun, and community spirit.

Get Your Tickets Now

Advance tickets are $20 until February 19, or $25 at the door. Tickets are limited, so don’t wait!

Tickets are available at Town Hall, 717 Notre-Dame Street, Embrun from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (cash or debit).

Tickets are also available (cash only) at:

• Sports Dôme – 150 Sportsplex Street, Embrun (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
• Foodland – 148 Craig Street, Russell (7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
• Homestead Pub – 893 Notre-Dame Street, Embrun (11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
• KB Media – 1073 Montée Benoit, Casselman (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Your ticket grants entry to the event. Tokens will be sold on site, allowing you to enjoy small portions and samples from participating food and beverage vendors. Please note that this event is cash only.

Dress code: Casual attire. Beach-inspired looks are welcome, but please no swimsuits.

Follow the event on Facebook to stay updated and invite your family, friends and neighbours: Facebook Event Link.

“The Local Flavours Rendez-Vous is a wonderful celebration of our region’s culinary creativity and community spirit. I am grateful for the support provided through the Regional Community Investment Fund at the United Counties of Prescott and Russell, which has helped make this year’s event possible. This kind of regional collaboration allows us to continue promoting local businesses while creating memorable experiences for our community. I encourage everyone to get their tickets early and enjoy what promises to be a fantastic evening,” shared Mayor Mike Tarnowski.

We sincerely thank all our generous sponsors whose support has made this event possible:

• Desjardins - Cabana Culinary Sponsor
• Olico Builders Inc. - Tiki Tasting Sponsor 
• KB Media - Tiki Tasting Sponsor
• Chez Lili Party Rentals - Tiki Tasting Sponsor 
• Bertrand Plumbing - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• Lavoie Design - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• [i] Impressions - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• Sicotte Guilbeault - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• Russell Lions Club - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• Laplante Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram - Tropical Sip Sponsor
• Russell Foodland - Coconut Splash Sponsor
• LexiBooth - Coconut Splash Sponsor

For more information visit www.russell.ca/LocalFlavours or contact ecodev@russell.ca.