New Canaan’s Taste of the Town Stroll takes place in late August when New Canaan merchants, restaurants and eateries open their doors to the strolling public and offering free hors d’oeuvres and drinks. The Event is a fundraiser for the New Canaan Food Pantry. At the end of the Night Strollers are eligible to win prizes from a variety of New Canaan Stores and Restaurants.