We’ve always known that Toronto has some incredible restaurants, and now that the Michelin Guide to the city has officially arrived, we can take a moment to celebrate that (and perhaps book a few reservations!) If you’re a longtime reader of Ultimate Ontario you’ll know that try to cover all angles of this province and …
Butchie’s Restaurant has been bringing delicious Soul Food to the Durham Region for years. In this article, Bri Mitchell dives deeper into the story of how Butchie’s Whitby came to be, and reminds us of the importance of supporting this incredible local business. Of all the restaurants in Whitby, Ontario to try, Butchie’s Restaurant has …
Last Straw Distillery, located in the Concord district of Vaughan, is an Ontario distiller that does things a little differently, and for that, we should all be grateful. We’re lucky in Ontario to have the local ingredients to really make our alcohol unique. It’s why we’ve got such great wineries, breweries, cideries and distilleries. Recently, …
One of Toronto’s biggest tourist attractions is a foodie paradise in waiting. Ultimate Ontario contributor Liisa Ladouceur gives us the low down on the top eats at the St. Lawrence Market! Is the best food market in the world in Toronto? On the streets outside Toronto’s St. Lawrence Market large banners proclaim that it is …
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’ll be happy to know that Perth County has you very well covered. From butter tarts to beignets, fry pies to fritters, there’s a little something for everyone. We regularly visit Perth County to get involved with and appreciate their initiatives which aim to support local business owners. Not …
Tucked behind the charming little intersection of historic Goodwood, Ontario, there lies a family-owned bakery and cafe that is the perfect place to stop during a trip around Durham Region, or to visit as a destination in itself. Here at Ultimate Ontario, we are big fans of local cafes, and we know you’ll be a …
If you’re looking to head to Waterloo and to sip on a beer or two, then this list of Waterloo breweries should serve you well in your quest! One of our favourite things to do as a publication is to head to a region and visit its respective breweries in what can only be described …
Manns Distillery, in Brantford, Ontario, is part tasting room, part cocktail lounge, and part remarkably creative laboratory. They source their ingredients for their food and their botanicals for their spirits locally, and you can taste the difference that makes. When you walk into Manns Distillery, the first thing that you realize is that this place …
There are some great breweries in Stratford that you should have on your radar when you’re visiting the historic Ontario city. There’s also a few you’ll want to take note of that are only a short drive away in Shakespeare, St. Mary’s and Mitchell, respectively. It’s no secret how much we love the town of …
Pine Farms Orchard was one of the pioneers in popularizing the apple orchard in Ontario. Nowadays, they’ve expanded into baked goods, freshly made food, a gift shop and so much more! We love putting together our popular guides to Ontario cities and towns, but it’s the opportunity to put extra light on the small businesses, …