RELISH The Foodie Event 2025 – Free Food Festival at Cloverdale Mall, Sept 19

If you love food festivals, make room on your calendar for RELISH The Foodie Event 2025, happening September 19–21 at the Cloverdale Mall North Parking Lot. Now in its sixth year, RELISH is bigger, tastier, and more community-driven than ever, offering a jam-packed three-day celebration of street eats, handmade goods, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun—with free admission.

Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or just love a good churro, you’ll find something to crave at every corner.

A Bite-Sized Look at What’s Coming

*Photo via Cloverdale | Official Website*

RELISH isn’t just about grabbing lunch from a food truck (although you’ll want to). It’s an experience built for snacking, sipping, shopping, and connecting with local creators and neighbours. This year introduces even more to chew on:

22 Food Trucks & Tents featuring global flavours and fusion favourites
30+ Local Vendors in the Taste & Makers’ Marketplace
Live music and dance shows on the SKYGRiD stage
Interactive workshops for all ages
The debut of Sip & Relish, a chill alcohol garden
Kids’ zone, bubble shows, and family programming throughout the weekend
A portion of proceeds supporting Second Harvest

Event Hours

Friday, September 19: 5 PM – 9 PM
Saturday, September 20: 11 AM – 9 PM
Sunday, September 21: 11 AM – 7 PM
Cloverdale Mall – 250 The East Mall, Toronto, ON (North Parking Lot)
Admission: FREE

Featured Eats: Trucks & Tents

Foodies, start your engines. Here are some of the flavour-forward highlights:

Alijandro’s Kitchen: Mediterranean-Mexican Fawaffles™
AthenSeoul: Greek-Korean fusion wraps and kalbi
Berlin 95 Diner: Schnitzel on a pretzel bun and German poutines
Eats Manilla: Filipino sisig and samalamig drinks
Liko’s Hawaiian BBQ: Spam musubi, poke bowls, and grilled meats
Mustache Burger: Poutine and stacked sandwiches
Rebozos Taqueria: Loaded asada fries and street-style tacos
Sumo Seafood: Lobster mac, coconut shrimp, surf-and-turf tacos
Super Churros: Mexican corn, tamales, and of course—churros
WuBa Eats: Taiwanese fusion baos
Vinny’s Pizza: Authentic wood-fired Napolitano pies
Dogg Shoppe T.O.: Gourmet quarter-pound hot dogs and fries
Tim Hortons Tent: Iced drinks and a chance to win coffee for a year

Don’t forget dessert—Everest Ice Cream, Holy Cannoli, Omi’s Sweet n Treats, and Sharm’s Sugar Fix will make sure you leave on a sweet note.

Photos via Cloverdale (@mycloverdale) • Instagram

Sip & Relish: The Chill Zone

Need a breather between bites? Head to Sip & Relish, the festival’s brand-new beverage garden offering:

Craft cocktails from Legend Spirits Co.
Local craft beer on tap
A relaxing space to unwind and mingle

It’s the perfect stop to recharge before your next round of tacos or live tunes.

Entertainment Lineup: SKYGRiD Stage

Friday Highlights

Project Brass (6:30 PM): Brass and bass-fueled party vibes
Water Drumz (8 PM): Percussion meets LED water visuals

Saturday Highlights

Sonshine & Broccoli (11:30 AM): Kid-friendly musical joy
Kiana Sofia (2:30 PM): Pop/R&B with power vocals
Lance Dobinson as Elvis (4:30 PM): Rock and roll nostalgia
Mike Robins (6:30 PM): Country hits and heart
Glow Girls (8 PM): Fire, LED, and acrobatic choreography
Maple Reserve (5:30 PM): A cappella with a modern edge

Sunday Highlights

Bubble Show with Zoe Stardust (1 PM): Interactive fun for all ages
Sole Power Choir (2:30 PM): Soul-stirring gospel-meets-pop
Violin & Keys (4:30 PM): Classical + contemporary harmony

All weekend, DJ SoJune keeps the energy up with global grooves and dancefloor favourites.

Family Fun for the Little Foodies

RELISH is designed for all ages. Check out these kid-friendly features:

Little Foodies Play Zone
Bubble shows, workshops, and live kids’ performances
Second Harvest Tent with games and activities
Interactive stations throughout the grounds

And yes, furry friends are welcome too!

The Marketplace: Taste & Makers

Between food stops, stroll through the Taste & Makers’ Marketplace and discover:

Small-batch sauces, seasonings, and sweets
Artisanal soaps, candles, and bath care
Locally made jewellery, planters, and pottery
Handmade gifts and toys, including crochet animals and bookmarks

A few standout vendors:

The Abibiman Project – West African spice blends
Tijuana Tom’s Hot Sauce – Globally inspired artisan heat
Truffles & Circumstance – Gourmet truffle snacks
Hanbingo – Korean-style Dalgona treats
Mama’s Ginger Juice – Spicy, citrusy handcrafted drinks
Samsara Fields Organics – Farm-fresh preserves and freeze-dried snacks

Giving Back with Every Bite

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RELISH proudly partners with Second Harvest, Canada’s largest food rescue organization. A portion of proceeds from on-site workshops and raffles supports their work. You can also donate directly through their online platform (coming soon).

Event Quick Details

Dates: September 19–21, 2025
Times:
- Friday: 5 PM – 9 PM
- Saturday: 11 AM – 9 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM – 7 PM
Location: Cloverdale Mall, 250 The East Mall, Toronto (North Parking Lot)
Admission: FREE
Family Friendly: Yes – kids zone and live kids’ shows
Pet Friendly: Yes
Website/Contact: https://mycloverdale.com/relish / info@mycloverdale.com

Note: All details are subject to change. Please visit the official site or social media pages for the latest updates.

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