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Ontario’s Southwest is home to some of Canada’s most fertile farmland and a rapidly evolving wine, craft beer and farm-to-table scene. Get a taste for the great things growing here at our many wineries, restaurants, breweries, markets and farms. Use this guide to head out on a taste tour throughout our region, or watch our video series for an even closer look at our full crop of experiences.
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OLD-SCHOOL BELGIAN ALE, LAVENDER, MAPLE SYRUP AND LAKE ERIE PERCH. HERE’S JUST A TASTE OF WHAT AWAITS.
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NEW LIMBURG BREWERY SIMCOE
From light Belgian blondes to thick, dark milk stouts, New Limburg Brewery offers a diverse range of brews for visitors to enjoy in their cozy taproom and stock up on in their retail store.
Thirsty for more?
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BONNIEHEATH ESTATE LAVENDER AND WINERY WATERFORD
Relax and breathe it all in with a glass of their delicious wine or hard cider, shop for lavender luxuries made right on site or plan ahead and book a guided walking tour or wagon ride through the fields of purple blooms.
Thirsty for more?
*Toast the Coast Trail
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RICHARDSON’S FARM AND MARKET DUNNVILLE
Pick your own berries during their annual Strawberry Festival, and enjoy freshly baked strawberry shortcake. If you visit in the fall, make time to explore the five-acre corn maze, pick your perfect pumpkin and experience all kinds of fall farm fun. Enjoy a sugar bush tour and pancake feast in late February or March.
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While The Combine’s perch tacos are definitely a must-taste flavour when you’re this close to Lake Erie, the restaurant’s Chef’s Table experience is another Norfolk County dining experience that you won’t want to miss. Groups of two to four can enjoy a customized “best of” menu that features five or six courses showcasing the season’s best local bounty.
Hungry for more?
7 Debb’s Cuisine
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*includes Bains Road Cider Company, Blueberry Hill Estates Winery, Bonnieheath Estate Lavender and Winery, Burning Kiln Winery, Frisky Beaver Wines, Golden Leaf Estate Winery, Quai du Vin Estate Winery, Rush Creek Wines, Villa Nova Estate Winery and Wooden Bear L. Winery.
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FINDING THE ART IN FARMING, AN ICE CREAM SISTER ACT, BLUE COLLAR MICROBREWS AND A BIG, LITTLE WINERY.
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Note that there is no longer a visitor location for this organic farm. The New New Age focuses on inspiring a stronger connection between humans and nature and offers local, organic and seasonally foraged ingredients. Although its visitor location has closed, the farm’s products are still available at thenewnewage.com. 5
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SHAW’S ICE CREAM ST. THOMAS
This local landmark has been producing ice cream since 1948 and today three sisters are carrying on the tradition of making ice cream a true family affair. The over 50 flavours of ice cream all share a few things in common: fresh, local cream and the purest flavourings.
Hungry for more?
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RAILWAY CITY BREWING COMPANY ST. THOMAS
Stop by Railway City Brewing Company for a taste, tour and lesson in local history. The craft brewer’s Dead Elephant Ale is a tribute to the beloved circus elephant, Jumbo, who was killed in a railway accident in St. Thomas in 1885.
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QUAI DU VIN ESTATE WINERY ST. THOMAS
A visit to St. Thomas wouldn’t be complete without a tasting at Quai Du Vin Estate Winery. Music lovers will want to time their trip with one of their fun outdoor summer concerts.
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*includes Bains Road Cider Company, Blueberry Hill Estates Winery, Bonnieheath Estate Lavender and Winery, Burning Kiln Winery, Frisky Beaver Wines, Golden Leaf Estate Winery, Quai du Vin Estate Winery, Rush Creek Wines, Villa Nova Estate Winery and Wooden Bear L. Winery.
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GETTING CHEESY IN CANADA’S DAIRY CAPITAL, A WINERY RISES FROM THE ASHES OF A TOBACCO TRACT, ONTARIO’S ONLY BREWERY FARM AND SOME KILLER SWEET POTATO GNOCCHI.
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Shep Ysselstein has built a reputation as one of the country’s best cheese makers. He uses milk from his parent’s dairy farm to create a delicious collection of products at Gunn’s Hill Artisan Cheeses. Gunn’s Hill is just one of several stops on the Oxford County Cheese Trail, a delicious touring experience that offers 23 unique stops that will appeal to cheese lovers of all ages.
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BURNING KILN WINERY ST. WILLIAMS
Head to St. Williams for a taste of Burning Kiln Winery’s Appassimento-style wines. In a nod to the farm’s past, Burning Kiln uses former tobacco kilns to dry their grapes.
Thirsty for more?
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RAMBLIN’ ROAD BREWERY FARM LA SALETTE
Ramblin’ Road is Ontario’s first and only brewery farm. Taste the difference that locally produced hops makes and be sure to pick up a few bags of the kettle chips that are made onsite as well.
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TWISTED LEMON RESTAURANT CAYUGA
Enjoy the savoury flavours of locally sourced meats and produce, like fresh lamb, mushrooms and sweet potatoes. The restaurant features a lively open-concept kitchen, so you can watch the Twisted Lemon team in action.
Hungry for more?
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*includes Bains Road Cider Company, Blueberry Hill Estates Winery, Bonnieheath Estate Lavender and Winery, Burning Kiln Winery, Frisky Beaver Wines, Golden Leaf Estate Winery, Quai du Vin Estate Winery, Rush Creek Wines, Villa Nova Estate Winery and Wooden Bear L. Winery.
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FORAGING FIDDLEHEADS, CHOCOLATE WITH A LOCAL TWIST, 8 A BREWERY INSPIRED BY LOCAL HISTORY, AND MARKET-TO-TABLE DINING THAT’S Stratford ALL IN THE8 FAMILY. Cambridge 23
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Chef Eric Boyar has created one of Ontario’s most buzzed about farmto-table dining destinations. In addition to a large family garden plot, Chef Boyar takes to nearby fields and forests to forage for unique flavours for the SixThirtyNine kitchen. SixThirtyNine is just one of several stops on the Oxford County Cheese Trail, a delicious touring experience that offers 23 unique stops that will appeal to cheese lovers of all ages.
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CHOCOLATEA INGERSOLL
Chocolatier Cindy Walker follows the artisan tradition of creating everything by hand, in small batches and without preservatives. She sources local dairy products for three of her signature caramels, as well as local lavender, maple syrup and honey for her delicious chocolates. Chocolatea is just one of several stops on the Oxford County Cheese Trail, a delicious touring experience that offers 23 unique stops that will appeal to cheese lovers of all ages.
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TOBOGGAN BREWING COMPANY LONDON
In the 1800’s, toboggan clubs existed all over London, attracting visitors from around the world—including famed author Mark Twain. The clubs built massive wooden ramps for winter sledding, the most impressive of which was a 485-foot double chute, located just a block down the street from what is now Toboggan Brewing Company. 7
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OLIVE R TWISTS LONDON
The owner of Olive R. Twists features produce from his parents’ market stall, located in London’s Covent Garden Market, in his menu on a daily basis.
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TASTING THE LEGACY OF A DISTILLERY TOWN, A CHOPPED CANADA CONTESTANT’S TAKE ON B&B DINING, LOCAL LAMB BURGER LOVE AND A WINERY THAT’S ABOUT THE PEOPLE AS MUCH AS THE POUR.
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In the historic district within the city of Windsor called Old Walkerville, the culinary touring company, WindsorEats, offers fascinating jaunts through the historic neighbourhood. Participants tour the Hiram Walker & Sons building, explore the Walkerville Brewery, learn about the city’s architecture and enjoy a flight of bourbon at The Willistead Restaurant.
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IRON KETTLE BED AND BREAKFAST COMBER
Co-owner, Benjamin Leblanc is an internationally trained chef that competed recently on Food Network Canada’s Chopped Canada. His intense focus on using fresh, local ingredients is showcased in his hearty breakfasts. In addition to fantastic food, the B&B offers a guest experience that is comparable to what you’d experience in a fine hotel, right down to the hand-ironed linens on the beds.
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JACK’S GASTROPUB KINGSVILLE
Experience a menu that changes quarterly to reflect the region’s freshest seasonal flavours. Enjoy one of the signature burgers, like the South Woodslee, which is made with lamb from Ewe Dell farm, Swiss cheese, lager mustard, pickled zucchini, tomato-basil relish and a brioche bun. Enjoy a pint of Jack’s own Banded Goose Brewing Company’s creative craft brews.
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OXLEY ESTATE WINERY HARROW
Located on the north shore of Lake Erie, experience the stunning vineyard view from the Wine Garden Patio with a glass of Wowza White in hand. If you arrive later in the day, head to the Barn for a delicious dinner. Be sure to stop in at The Fruit Wagon on your way and fill your trunk with local fruits and veggies.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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Vineyards - Kingsville
*includes Aleksander Estate Winery, Colio Estate Winery, CREW (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery), Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Muscedere Vineyards, North 42 Degrees Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Viewpointe Estate Winery, Vivace Estate Winery
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HONEY, BEER, WINE AND ONE TRULY EPIC APPLE PIE. THIS ROUTE IS OVERFLOWING WITH FANTASTIC FLAVOURS.
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MUNRO HONEY & MEADERY ALVINSTON
Munro Honey and Meadery has been producing honey for four generations. They became Ontario’s first mead producers in 1999. Mead is a wine-like beverage created by fermenting honey with water and fruit. Local fruits including rhubarb and strawberries are used to give Munro’s meads a distinct flavour. Browse and sample their delicious honey and meads and be sure to take a look at the display beehive where you can watch the bees work their honey-making magic.
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ALTON FARMS ESTATE WINERY PLYMPTON-WYOMING
Arriving at the winery you’ll meet a passionate husband and wife team who have taken a very hands-on approach to building a winery from the ground up. With the hope of creating a newly recognized Ontario wine region, the Lake Huron South Shore, these groundbreakers are producing unique wines with a truly distinct taste of place. Each harvest season when the grapes are ready, the winery sends out the word and volunteers arrive to pick, bottle and label in return for a delicious home cooked meal. The winery also offers an onsite bed and breakfast if you’d like to spend the night. 5
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Twin Pines Orchards and Cider House - Thedford
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BAYSIDE BREWING COMPANY ERIEAU
Bayside Brewing Company is one of the region’s most beloved craft breweries. A team of passionate beer lovers have transformed the former Tilt ‘N’ Hilt ‘N’ Hotel to house brewing facilities, a tasting room, retail area and a brew pub that offers delicious wood oven pizzas.
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APPLE LAND STATION THORNDALE
In addition to pick-your-own apples and pumpkins, Apple Land Station has a whole crop of farm-themed activities including a farm train, a corn maze, adorable barnyard animals and a huge mountain of sand that kids will love climbing on and digging in. The onsite store houses a bakery that offers freshly baked apple pies that are truly epic. Each one is piled high with 3.5 pounds of apples!
Hungry for more?
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DISCOVER A PASSIONATE COLLECTION OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE PRODUCERS LOCATED JUST A DELICIOUS LITTLE DETOUR OFF THE MAIN ROUTE BETWEEN LONDON AND SARNIA. 83
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REFINED FOOL BREWING CO. SARNIA
Sarnia’s Refined Fool Brewing Co. comprises a group of teachers, creatives, blue collar workers, entrepreneurs, musicians and pastors who care about beer, business, Sarnia and each other. What started out as a group of friends brewing beer in their houses has evolved into one of downtown Sarnia’s most beloved brewpubs, with popular events like trivia nights, bingo and live music.
Hungry for more?
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SLEGERS LIVING ORGANIC GREENS STRATHROY
The certified organic lettuces, herbs, greens and micro greens don’t come any fresher than those you’ll find at Slegers Living Organic Greens in Strathroy. Here, the plants are sold with the root systems intact to create more vibrant flavour, and visitors can stock up on chef favourites like arugula, cilantro, micro pea tenders, sunflower, corn shoots, and broccoli.
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THE CLOCK TOWER INN, BISTRO AND PUB STRATHROY
At The Clock Tower Inn, Bistro and Pub in Strathroy, Chef Mark Graham has a passion for the region’s farm-to-table ingredients and for the historic post office that he painstakingly restored into a thriving destination restaurant and inn. Don’t miss the delicious 30-mile salad, featuring vegetables, eggs, meats and cheeses from nearby producers.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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TWIN PINES ORCHARDS AND CIDER HOUSE THEDFORD
Get a taste for the ciders at Twin Pines Orchards and Cider House, made with custom juice blends and age-old techniques. The awards in the tasting room include Best of Show from the largest international cider competition. After tasting, stock up on all things apple, and stroll along quiet walking paths that showcase a waterfall and secret garden.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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BIRDS AND BUTTERFLIES AREN’T THE ONLY SPECIES FLOCKING TO THE SHORES OF LAKE ERIE JUST OUTSIDE WINDSOR – IN-THE-KNOW FOODIES ARE ALSO MIGRATING TO ONTARIO’S NEWEST AGRITOURISM REGION.
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BIRDIE’S PERCH LEAMINGTON
Catching the annual bird migration at Point Pelee National Park can really work up an appetite, and Canadian Geographic Travel magazine named Birdie’s Perch one of the ten best places to eat and drink in and around Canada’s national parks. Don’t miss their fresh Lake Erie perch, served from a bright red, 1965 double decker bus.
Hungry for more?
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COOPER’S HAWK VINEYARDS HARROW
At Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards in Harrow, rolling vineyards, an expansive patio and beautifully landscaped green space may make you think you’ve been transported to Napa. This stunning winery is the place to settle in for a tasting or a meal. Be sure to order a glass of Touché, the signature off-dry white blend that is an annual sell-out.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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*EPIC Wineries
MEXICAN CUISINE IN LEAMINGTON LEAMINGTON
Those who crave authentic Mexican flavours will want to plan some tasty touring in and around Leamington, where a delicious collection of Mexican restaurants use fresh local produce like tomatoes, peppers, onions and herbs from local produce stands like the Aziz Fruit Stand.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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NORTH 42 DEGREES ESTATE WINERY HARROW
You’ll find a little taste of Provence at North 42 Degrees Estate Winery along the Lake Erie shoreline. Take in the view on one of the five patios or curl up in front of one of the four fireplaces in this stunning new contemporary rustic building. The winery is also home to Serenity Lavender and Bistro 42 and offers meals featuring fresh ingredients from the kitchen garden.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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*Viewpoint Estate Winery Harrow
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*Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery - Amherstburg
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*CREW (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery) - Harrow *EPIC Wineries
*includes Aleksander Estate Winery, Colio Estate Winery, CREW (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery), Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Muscedere Vineyards, North 42 Degrees Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Viewpointe Estate Winery, Vivace Estate Winery.
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LUSCIOUS LOAVES, WINDSOR-STYLE PIZZA, OLD COUNTRY CLASSICS WITH A MODERN TWIST AND DELICIOUS WINES YOU CAN REALLY CALL YOUR OWN. A VISIT TO THIS WINDSOR NEIGHBOURHOOD WILL LEAVE YOU SAYING VIVA L’ITALIA!
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The best way to find this local favourite is to look for the lineup of passionate carb lovers on the sidewalk waiting for their morning loaf! The Mancini family has been baking up fresh breads and Italian pastries for three generations and Windsor locals agree their wares and extensive Italian deli are well worth the wait!
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ARMANDO’S PIZZA BAR WINDSOR
No trip to Windsor would be complete without trying a slice of the city’s signature ‘za and Armando’s Pizza Bar makes one of the best. Taste for yourself why the restaurant’s main pie guy was named 2018 Chef of the Year by Canadian Pizza Magazine.
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MEZZO RISTORANTE & LOUNGE WINDSOR
Crisp white linens, twinkling chandeliers, beautifully prepared modern Italian cuisine, if you’re seeking a meal to remember, the staff at Mezzo will serve it up in style.
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BORELLI CELLARS WINDSOR
Much has changed in the Windsor wine world since the Borelli family launched their wine business in 1948, but their unfaltering commitment to the highest quality juices, exceptional service, and sharing their skills with fellow wine lovers has remained constant.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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*EPIC Wineries
*includes Aleksander Estate Winery, Colio Estate Winery, CREW (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery), Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Muscedere Vineyards, North 42 Degrees Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Viewpointe Estate Winery, Vivace Estate Winery.
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PLYMPTON-WYOMING SCRATCH BAKING FROM A BEAUTIFUL BARN, CREATIVE BREWS FROM TWO VERY DISTINCT TAPROOMS AND A MEAL WITH A ROOM TO REMEMBER AT AN ART-FILLED BOUTIQUE HOTEL. THIS ROAD TRIP IS STOCKED FULL OF PLEASANT (AND TASTY) SURPRISES!
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This eight-sided barn and its surrounding gardens are unlike anything you’ve ever seen and the freshly baked treats that come rolling out of the ovens will have you wanting to pull up a chair and stay awhile!
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SONS OF KENT BREWING COMPANY CHATHAM
This former movie theatre is the place to go for show-stopping craft beer, live entertainment, tasty bites and a friendly small-town vibe that locals and visitors alike just can’t get enough of!
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THE RETRO SUITES HOTEL AND CHILLED CORK RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE CHATHAM
This turn-of-the-century hotel has been transformed into a boutique hotel where every room reflects a unique and tasteful theme. While the hotel’s art collection offers a feast for the eyes, its restaurant will delight your sense of taste with delicious dishes that shine the spotlight on local ingredients.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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Mamma Maria’s Ristorante Chatham
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STONEPICKER BREWING COMPANY PLYMPTON-WYOMING
Step inside this rural driveshed and meet the friendly crew who traded pig farming for pouring pints! Then, taste the magic that happens when a couple of farmers set their sights on creating a craft beer brand to call their own.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
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LAKESIDE SIPPING AT ONTARIO’S ONLY BEACHFRONT WINERY, ULTRA-PREMIUM SPIRITS FROM A DISTILLERY WITH A SERIOUS SENSE OF PLACE, WOOD-FIRED FAVOURITES WITH A SIDE OF BREEZY PATIO VIEWS AND CRAFT BEER SERVED WHERE WAR OF 1812 SOLDIERS ONCE SIPPED.
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SPRUCEWOOD SHORES ESTATE WINERY AMHERSTBURG
If your recipe for a perfect afternoon includes great wine, a perfectly packed picnic basket and a beautiful beach for leisurely lounging, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery is a can’t-miss stop for sipping.
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WOLFHEAD DISTILLERY AMHERSTBURG
Limestone is known for making spirits sing and Wolfhead Distillery is certainly no slouch in this department. The neighbouring Amherstburg quarry provides a steady supply of Limestone-treated water resulting in ultra-premium spirits with a true taste of place that can be enjoyed by the glass or blended into tasty dishes from the on-site restaurant.
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THE SALTY DOG AMHERSTBURG
Pull up a chair on The Salty Dog’s expansive patio and watch the world go by while sipping on something special and enjoying cozy comfort foods like lobster mac and cheese, braised duck poutine, surf and turf tacos and more!
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LOT 10 BREWING COMPANY AMHERSTBURG
Who says tap rooms can’t be fun for the whole family? Lot 10 rolls out the red carpet for thirsty travellers of all ages by pairing their delicious collection of craft beers with fun options for all ages like flights of Pop Shoppe pop, board games, snack boards, special events and more.
Hungry & thirsty for more?
5 Riccardo’s Italian Restaurant
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Beacon Ale House Amherstburg
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Artisan Grill Amherstburg
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*includes Aleksander Estate Winery, Colio Estate Winery, CREW (Colchester Ridge Estate Winery), Cooper’s Hawk Vineyards, Mastronardi Estate Winery, Muscedere Vineyards, North 42 Degrees Estate Winery, Oxley Estate Winery, Pelee Island Winery, Sprucewood Shores Estate Winery, Viewpointe Estate Winery, Vivace Estate Winery.
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