Ontario Culinary

01/08/2025

The Niagara Icewine Festival is hosting some great events all month long! ✨🍇

🍷 Niagara-on-the-Lake’s Icewine Village 🍷
January 18-19 and 25-26

Stroll through the charming historic district, enjoy tastings from local wineries paired with delicious culinary creations, and cozy up around fire pits with Muskoka chairs and blankets ❄️

🍷 The Cool as Ice Gala 🍷
Saturday, January 18, 7-11pm

Enjoy a full evening of premium Niagara wine, Icewine cocktails and mocktails, live arts performances, and premium farm-to-table fare from some of Niagara’s premier culinary creators 🍽️

🍷 The Icehaus Cocktail Competition🍷
Saturday, January 25, 7pm

With bright light displays, delicious Icewine cocktails, and a live DJ, this event is a fun and energetic way to spend the evening 💃

Want more info? Head to the Ontario Culinary blog for all the details!

01/03/2025

The Niagara Icewine Festival kicks off next week! ✨🍇

From January 10-26, you can explore the region and enjoy all things Icewine with the Discovery Pass Program. This is your ticket to food and Icewine pairings at 30 amazing wineries across Niagara, including stops in the Benchlands and Niagara-on-the-Lake. Choose your adventure:

• Weekend Discovery Pass – 6 pairings
• Mini Discovery Pass – 3 pairings
• Flex Friday Discovery Pass – 6 pairings (Fridays only)
• Driver’s Pass – 6 food pairings + non-alcoholic drinks

Want to know more? Head to the Ontario Culinary blog for all the details!

12/19/2024

🌟 Exciting News for Foodies! 🌟

We’re thrilled to share that both Restaurant Pearl Morissette and sister bakery RPM Bakehouse are now Feast On® certified, showcasing their commitment to Ontario’s local food scene.

📍Restaurant Pearl Morissette in Jordan Station, ON, offers an innovative fine dining experience with tasting menus that highlight regional and locally-sourced ingredients. Earlier this year, the restaurant was awarded BOTH a Michelin Star ⭐ and a Green Michelin Star 🌱, celebrating their unparalleled culinary excellence and dedication to sustainable practices.

🍷 Beyond the restaurant, Pearl Morissette is renowned for its estate winery, producing wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Niagara Region. Their approach to winemaking is rooted in sustainability and minimal intervention, creating wines that pair beautifully with their cuisine.

🥖 Just a short drive from the restaurant, RPM Bakehouse crafts irresistible breads, pastries, and hand-crafted coffees. Using locally milled flour and seasonal ingredients, it’s a must-visit for any foodie.

🛍️ Visit the bakehouse or restaurant in person, or experience the taste of the Niagara Region without the drive! For a limited time, stop by Le Vernissage, Pearl Morissette’s winery pop-up in Toronto, and savour their delicious offerings closer to home.

🍽️✨Tag your foodie friends and plan your visit— find details at the link ⬇️
https://www.ontarioculinary.com/?s=restaurant+pearl+morissette

12/13/2024

Thirsty? There's an Ontario craft cider for that. Check out these four Ontario getaways for craft cider lovers.
Ontario Craft Cider Association

Calling all cider lovers! If your idea of happiness involves sipping on a crisp Ontario cider while feasting on farm-to-table delights, then buckle up because we’ve got four juicy itineraries to satisfy your apple-loving soul. And guess what? Every stop is Feast On®-certified, meaning they’re a...

12/11/2024

The holidays are here and we can't think of a better time to support local Ontario businesses!

Luckily, we're here to make that easy for you. The 2024 Ontario Culinary Gift Guide is your go-to resource for tasty gifts, unique beverages, and delicious experiences that are perfect for gifting.

Ready to make some great new memories? Click here to check out the full gift guide: https://www.ontarioculinary.com/holidays/

11/27/2024

✨As the holiday lights begin to twinkle and the fires of the season are crackling, is it just us or does Ontario get a little romantic? All those made-for-TV holiday movies have to be for a reason right?
If you’re looking to tap into the charm of the holiday season and plan the perfect “holidate” (that’s holiday date), look no further than York Durham Headwaters and Discover Burlington Ontario to do just that!
We’ve crafted three perfectly delicious date ideas in each destination to help you make this season an extra magical one.

Plan the perfect (and most delicious) "holidate" in Burlington and York Durham Headwaters this festive season! Trust us, this is good.

11/27/2024

❄️ ☃️Is there anything better than coming in from the cold on a winter day and wrapping your hands around a warm mug of cider or hot chocolate? How about meeting up with friends for a holiday cocktail or strolling through a snow-covered vineyard? ☕ 🍷
🥂 🍻 This festive season, two destinations are serving up more cups of holiday cheer than Santa’s elves on Boxing Day: Niagara Benchlands and Taste Real Guelph-Wellington. Keep reading for seasonal sips you don’t want to miss!

This holiday season, two destinations are serving up more cups of holiday cheer than Santa’s elves on Boxing Day: Niagara Benchlands and Guelph-Wellington.

11/18/2024

🌟 is now officially Certified! 🥂🍴

Under the culinary leadership of Executive Chef , The Royal’s kitchen is a love letter to the region, featuring an Italian-inspired menu that celebrates farm-to-table dining at its finest. From the bounty of their own Edwin County Farms to the dedication of local growers across The County, every dish is a true celebration of seasonal flavours and regional terroir. 🌾🍅

With its warm, inviting dining room and stunning outdoor patio overlooking lush gardens, The Royal Hotel offers a dining experience as vibrant as the community it serves.

Join us in celebrating this milestone and indulge in the flavours of the moment—crafted with care and inspired by the heart of The County. 🥗✨

11/13/2024

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is just around the corner, but trust us: it sneaks up faster than you might think! Our tip for making the best of the holidays in Ontario is to plan a few must-try festive activities and leave some space in your itinerary to explore new places and enjoy delicious bites along the way.

We’re sharing our guide to holiday adventures in three downtown destinations across Ontario, so all you have to do is pick the one you’d like to visit and leave the rest to us.

Check out all the details on the blog!

Town of Whitby - Local Government City of London, Ontario - Municipal Government Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism

It’s hard to believe that the holiday season is just around the corner, but trust us: it sneaks up faster than you might think! Our tip for making the best of the holidays in Ontario is to plan a few must-try festive activities and leave some space in your itinerary to explore new places and

11/08/2024

🍓🌞 Strawberry surprise at Eddington's of Exeter 🌞🍓

Chef & owner James Eddington has uncovered an unexpected late-season strawberry harvest, and the team—15 strong—is out gathering these vibrant beauties straight from the field! You’ll spot these fresh finds on Eddington's menu in the days and weeks ahead.

fabulous! 🌱✨

11/05/2024

Since 2014, the folks at Bruce Wine Bar have been an amazing addition to our family, walking the walk when it comes to sourcing local ingredients for their menu. They'll be closing their doors on this restaurant on November 21st— the end of an era! If you have a chance, we highly recommend grabbing a meal before they close.

Thank you, friends, for being such amazing champions of Ontario's food scene.

11/01/2024

🍂 The leaves are falling, and the countdown is on, it's time to check off ✔ your Halton Hills Fall Bucket List!

Whether you're hiking scenic trails, picking apples, or cozying up with a seasonal treat, Halton Hills has everything you need for an unforgettable autumn adventure!

✨ Kick off the perfect fall weekend with these must-try itinerary suggestions!

1️⃣ Hike through the colours at Hilton Falls or Limehouse Conservation Area 🍁
2️⃣ Pick fresh apples and pumpkins at Andrew's Scenic Acres 🎃
3️⃣ Warm up with a treat at Lyla's House 🥧
4️⃣ Pick-up some Fraser’s Beverage Co. cider to sip at Wheelbarrow Orchard 🍎

📸 While on your adventures don’t forget to capture your fall moments and enter the Halton Hills Fall Photo Contest for a chance to win a local goodies basket!

To enter, tag Visit Halton Hills and use (private profiles can DM). 🗓 Submit by November 3, 2024— finalists will be featured!

✨🔗 To download your Fall Bucket List or for full contest details visit Visit Halton Hills or the link ⬇️
https://www.visithaltonhills.ca/en/play-and-explore/Autumn-Adventures.aspx -Period

10/28/2024

Back by popular demand, the St. Jacobs Farmers Market Food Tour returns starting on Thursday, November 14th, 2024! This guided tour offers visitors an immersive taste of Mennonite food, culture and market history. Over 2 hours, guests will enjoy 6 tastings and hear stories from the food producers themselves!

Hosted by Juanita Metzger, founder of Stroll Walking Tours , this tour combines Juanita’s passion for local food and history and includes her unique insights into Mennonite traditions and the market community.

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The St. Jacobs Market Food Tour takes you on a guided journey through Mennonite food, culture and history, at the famous St. Jacobs Market.

09/30/2024

Ontario’s Highlands is a natural playground where adventure-seekers come to explore the trails, rapids, cliffs and skies. No, wait, it’s a rugged landscape that belies the refined elegance and culinary excellence found throughout the region. No, wait, it’s a countryside studded with small, picturesque towns where historic buildings perch alongside flowing rivers. No, wait …

You guessed it: the area known as Ontario’s Highlands is many things, depending on where (and who) you are. Located 2.5 hours east of Toronto and a half an hour west of Ottawa, Ontario's Highlands is home to a wealth of experiences.

Ready to discover Ontario’s only 100% rural tourism destination?

Ontario’s Highlands is home to diverse landscapes, adventures, and flavours. Ready to discover this bountiful wealth of experiences? Read on!

09/27/2024

Fall is such a beautiful time to travel through Ontario! If you’re itching to leave the city to experience this fall wonderland, look no further than our guide to flavourful escapes, all of which are just a quick 90-minute drive from the GTA.

Fall fiends, this one’s for you:

Itching to leave Toronto to experience a fall wonderland? Look no further than these flavourful escapes, a quick 90-minute drive from the GTA!

09/26/2024

A fall road trip is even better when there are sweet treats at the end of your drive! Luckily, the Apple Pie Trail along the coast of Southern Georgian Bay, and the Butter Tart Trail that weaves through the Kawarthas Northumberland region. Just pick the fall flavour that makes your heart sing and let these self-guided culinary trails do the planning.

Ready to hit the road? We've got all the details you need on the Ontario Culinary blog:

Fall road trips are a time to set off for parts unknown. Pick the fall flavour that makes your heart sing and let these self-guided culinary trails do the work!

09/24/2024

Nicknames can really make a place memorable! Right here in Ontario, a few beautiful cities carry nicknames that might pique your interest. If you’ve ever wondered why London is called the Forest City, why Elgin County is so known for its trains, and whether it really is always sunny in Orillia, these foodie itineraries are for you!

Visit our blog to read more about these perfect fall destinations:

Ever wondered why London is called the Forest City, why Elgin County is so known for its trains, and whether it really is always sunny in Orillia? Read on!

09/21/2024

Looking for a delightful excursion to add to your trip to Peterborough & the Kawarthas Tourism? Check out this new exhibition from !

We are excited to present a special exhibit, "Fall: The Season of Preparation", exploring the significance of autumn for both the Indigenous and early settlers. This season of preparation, reflection, and survival was vital as communities readied themselves for the harsh winter ahead.

This fascinating exhibit showcases artifacts from the PMA’s collection used for harvesting, hunting, and warmth, giving visitors a unique insight into how the Peterborough area's early inhabitants survived and thrived in the winter months.

Admission: By donation.

Don’t miss this opportunity to journey through the past and learn how autumn was the season of preparation for survival.

The exhibit opens Saturday September 21, 2024 from noon to 5 p.m. and runs till Sunday December 8, 2024.