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July 31, 2007 - Andrew Zimmern
Alexandria, VA, July 31, 2007- THETRADESHOW partners announced today Andrew Zimmern, host of Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, will be a celebrity guest at THETRADESHOW in Las Vegas, Sunday, Sept. 9 and Monday, Sept. 10.
Packing an open mind, strong stomach and a healthy appetite for travel, internationally renowned chef and food writer, Andrew Zimmern knows all about the global pantry and is prepared to share that knowledge with the travel industry. On his Travel Channel show, Bizarre Foods, Zimmern sets out to taste local delicacies from around the globe – from Spain to Ecuador, back to New York City and then off again to Papua New Guinea.
Zimmern tastes his way around the world exposing the beauty of both the locations and the traditions behind the food he consumes, broadening the viewers’ travel and culinary horizons.
“I love traveling and exploring new places, so speaking to an audience dedicated to promoting the positive impact of travel is a great opportunity,” Zimmern said. “Today’s traveler is adventurous and willing to experience exotic foods and traditions. As an industry, we have the unique opportunity to sell the product and influence their choices, what they see and most importantly for me, where they eat. Culture and food is an interesting way to sell a destination. I use the cuisines as my compass, and I look forward to sharing my experience from the road.”
Through his extensive travels, Zimmern has determined that one of the best ways to understand a culture fully is by learning about the traditional fare that has fed the native population for centuries. He knows that what seems foreign, unusual and even highly unappetizing on one side of the planet may be a sacred dish on the other. Partaking in such experiences often proves the best way to appreciate a new culture and see the country.
“Travel is an exciting adventure and Andrew Zimmern takes that adventure to a new epicurean level with his willingness to sample unique and bizarre foods along the way. Zimmern promises to be a fun and not to be missed speaker at THETRADESHOW in Las Vegas,” said Roger Dow, president and CEO of the Travel Industry Association.
Andrew Zimmern is a food writer, dining critic, radio talk-show host, TV personality, chef and teacher. Along with being one of the most versatile and knowledgeable personalities in the food world, Zimmern’s participation is a once in a lifetime opportunity for agents attending to offer new options and better information to their clients.
To register, visit www.thetradeshow.org or call 1.866.870.9333. Media interested in finding out more about Andrew Zimmern, please visit www.press.discovery.com.
THETRADESHOW is created and supported by the travel industry’s leading organizations, including: ACTA, Adventures in Travel Expo, AirTran, American Express, ASTA, ATA, CLIA, ETOA, IGLTA, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, NACTA, NBTA, NTA, Orlando Travel & Visitors Bureau, SATH, TourismCares, The Travel Institute, The Travel Channel, Travel Industry Association of America, USA Today, USTOA and Vacation.com.
THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) is a 3-day, in-depth networking and educational event. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW, unites under one roof travel suppliers and buyers from all over the world, representing every segment of the travel and tourism industry. It is the trade show event for travel decision makers. For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit www.THETRADESHOW.org.
Contact: Kristina Rundquist/Sarah Wilhite 703-739-8710 ### Alexandria, VA, July 31, 2007- THETRADESHOW partners announced today Andrew Zimmern, host of Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods with Andrew Zimmern, will be a celebrity guest at THETRADESHOW in Packing an open mind, strong stomach and a healthy appetite for travel, internationally renowned chef and food writer, Andrew Zimmern knows all about the global pantry and is prepared to share that knowledge with the travel industry. On his Travel Channel show, Bizarre Foods, Zimmern sets out to taste local delicacies from around the globe – from Zimmern tastes his way around the world exposing the beauty of both the locations and the traditions behind the food he consumes, broadening the viewers’ travel and culinary horizons. “I love traveling and exploring new places, so speaking to an audience dedicated to promoting the positive impact of travel is a great opportunity,” Zimmern said. “Today’s traveler is adventurous and willing to experience exotic foods and traditions. As an industry, we have the unique opportunity to sell the product and influence their choices, what they see and most importantly for me, where they eat. Culture and food is an interesting way to sell a destination. I use the cuisines as my compass, and I look forward to sharing my experience from the road.” Through his extensive travels, Zimmern has determined that one of the best ways to understand a culture fully is by learning about the traditional fare that has fed the native population for centuries. He knows that what seems foreign, unusual and even highly unappetizing on one side of the planet may be a sacred dish on the other. Partaking in such experiences often proves the best way to appreciate a new culture and see the country. “Travel is an exciting adventure and Andrew Zimmern takes that adventure to a new epicurean level with his willingness to sample unique and bizarre foods along the way. Zimmern promises to be a fun and not to be missed speaker at THETRADESHOW in Andrew Zimmern is a food writer, dining critic, radio talk-show host, TV personality, chef and teacher. Along with being one of the most versatile and knowledgeable personalities in the food world, Zimmern’s participation is a once in a lifetime opportunity for agents attending to offer new options and better information to their clients. To register, visit www.thetradeshow.org or call 1.866.870.9333. Media interested in finding out more about Andrew Zimmern, please visit www.press.discovery.com. THETRADESHOW is created and supported by the travel industry’s leading organizations, including: ACTA, Adventures in Travel Expo, AirTran, American Express, ASTA, ATA, CLIA, ETOA, IGLTA, Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, NACTA, NBTA, NTA, Orlando Travel & Visitors Bureau, SATH, TourismCares, The Travel Institute, The Travel Channel, Travel Industry Association of America, USA Today, USTOA and Vacation.com. THETRADESHOW (Travel Retailing and Destination Expo) is a 3-day, in-depth networking and educational event. Global and inclusive, THETRADESHOW, unites under one roof travel suppliers and buyers from all over the world, representing every segment of the travel and tourism industry. It is the trade show event for travel decision makers. For more information on THETRADESHOW, call 1.866.870.9333 or visit www.THETRADESHOW.org. Contact: Kristina Rundquist/ ### |
