Snack Chats May 16, 2007

SNACK CHATS

A discussion about street food vending culture in Toronto
Learn about vending carts and enter our design competition
When: Wednesday May 16 6:30- 8:30pm
Where: Ryerson University (location information below)
Street food made by The Local Cafe will be served.

Wednesday May 16 - Designing a vending cart and vendors' experiences
Where: 125 Bond Street, Room 201 HEI, Ryerson University
When: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

What are the current street vending cart design standards? How can design accommodate healthy, safe and diverse street food preparation and sale? What are important considerations when designing a vending cart? How can carts meet the needs of vendors?



Speakers:

Professor Lorella Di Cintio (Ryerson University) has been teaching a studio design course this winter on designing vending carts. Meet Gerry Lawrence, a City of Toronto public health inspector who ensures carts meet City health regulations. Hear from local street vendors about their carts.

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