Taste your way through the Comox Valley

ABOUT ISLAND GOURMET TRAILS

Island Gourmet Trails offers relaxed, fun and delicious day tours around the Comox Valley's lush and fertile landscape. Foodies find the area still lives up to its native name: "Komox," meaning "land of plenty." Located in the heart of Vancouver Island, the area is bountiful with fresh seafood, organic farm products, superb wines and more.

Come taste the best of the best and let us handle transportation and all the little details.

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Let us help you indulge in the spectacular culinary bounty of the area. Discover:

Bustling farmers' markets
Wineries
Craft breweries and distilleries
Bakeries
Organic farms
Picturesque orchards
World-renowned cheese factories
Organic chocolatiers
Oyster and scallop farms
Fishing docks - with the day's catch
Lavender farms

About Us

FARM, FOOD & WINE TOURS

Personalized Tours

Create a culinary adventure all your own. Tell us about your interests and we will tailor a tour based on your preferences.

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ISLAND GOURMET TRAILS REVIEWS

“Revealing and relaxing tour

Just the right amount of content, great host. A warm and knowledgeable local showing you what the area has to offer. Really get a feel on the artisan movement in the area. Well worth the price. Both the lunch and dinner are fabulous.”

Erik L. - Vancouver

Our Guides

MEET OUR GUIDES

Our dynamic team of guides are local residents, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and well informed about the Comox Valley. Sharing the bounty of the Valley with our guests is our mission!

Mary & Francois Bernier

Mary and François Bernier are educators by trade, working in the classroom to bring exciting information to life. They are so pleased to continue this passion for exploring and learning with their guests on Island Gourmet Trails. Having a zest and thirst for new adventures, this couple will guide you through delicious tours - showcasing the best the Comox Valley has to offer. Gifted in hospitality, they hope that you feel welcome and well taken care of as you explore and taste your way through the valley. They are pleased to offer tours in both English and French, and look forward to hearing from you soon!

Gaetane Palardy

A distinguished chef and educator, Gaetane Palardy is passionate about the Comox Valley. Her knowledge of fine food, delight in conversation and passion for teaching led to the creation of Island Gourmet Trails. Over the years, Gaetane has developed excellent relationships with local producers, artisans and farmers ensuring guests a unique and personalized experience.