A regional celebration of the natural gifts of Newfoundland & Labrador food, culture, land & sea
September 17th - 19th, 2026 in Elliston, NL
The Chefs of Roots, Rants and Roars
Celebrated talent from near and far, cooking on the edge of the Atlantic.
Meet the chefs shaping this year's festival.

Jonathan Richler
Jewish Deli
St. John's
Jonathan runs the Jewish Deli every Saturday at the St. John's Farmer's Market. Specializing in Ashkenazi classics and Sephardic flavours, he sources seasonal ingredients from farmers, fishers, and foragers all the way to Central Newfoundland! He is no stranger to pop-ups around town and is a proud Roots Alumni - serving up Friday night pickled appetizers or slinging smoked meat by the shore with his old pal Zane! It's been a dream to return to Elliston and he can't wait to see all of you.
