Prairie Table
Westman's Restaurant Showcase 2026 runs Thursday November 5 - Sunday November 15.
Open to all restaurants, cafes, bistros, and culinary spots across the Westman region, whether you're planning a multi-course dinner or a signature brunch.
Registration open until October 5, 2026.
Why Participate in Prairie Table?
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Digital Reach: Your feature menu is hosted as an online PDF and direct links straight to your website, your reservation platform, and your regional tourism page.
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Turnkey Marketing Kit: We send materials directly to your door, including professionally printed feature menus and event poster.
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Brandon Food Council Membership: All participating restaurants receive a complimentary Brandon Food Council membership for the 2026 - 2027 year.
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Regional Media Campaigns: Benefit from a broad promotional push spanning radio, print, and digital channels that drive regional attention directly to participating restaurants.
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Made in Manitoba Recognition: Identify dishes featuring local ingredients to receive a bison icon on your menu.
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Marketing Portal: Gain instant access to a Marketing Portal pre-loaded with social media templates, captions, and graphics to make promotion simple for your team.
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Event Program Listing: Your restaurant name, address, phone number and a written bio in the Official Prairie Table event program.
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Media & Influencer Access: Opportunities for local press features, media interviews, and visits from regional food creators.
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Elevate Your Culinary Team: Showcase your chefs' talent through exclusive, fixed-price multi-course dinner and brunch menus crafted specifically for the event.
Registration & Participation
Who Can Join?
Any restaurant, bar, or pub in the Westman region open for dinner and/or brunch is welcome to participate.
Participation Fees & Deadlines
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$500 per restaurant. Register and submit your menu by October 5, 2026 to secure your spot and guaranteed inclusion in print materials.
Menu Requirements
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Dinner: A 3 or 4-course menu priced at a fixed $38, $55, $70, or $90 and/or
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Weekend Brunch: One main dish paired with a specialty beverage for a fixed $28.
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You will receive a link to submit your proposed menu immediately following registration
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Media Gift Card Contribution
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To secure the high-impact radio, print, digital, and outdoor advertising that drives diners through your doors, each participating location contributes (2) $50 gift cards ($100 total).
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Digital Delivery: brandonfoodpolicycouncil@gmail.com
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Physical Delivery: 153 8th St, Brandon, MB, R7A 3W9
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Event Timeline
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September 1: Registration Opens
October 5: Registration, Menus, and Pricing Deadline (Final day to secure print inclusion)
November 5–15: Prairie Table Event Window