Father’s Day

FLOURISH & BASK

OAKVILLE

This stainless steel bar tool set is the perfect addition to Dad’s home bar. These high-quality tools are displayed in a perfectly compact wooden holder that compliments traditional and modern décor. flourishandbask.ca

Urban Vine Dundas

Good olive oil makes a great gift! Create your own unique sample set of fresh olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars, including flavours lik the outrageously delicious Aged Honey Ginger White Balsamic, or the spicy Cayenne Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Perfect for the foodie dad. urbanvineinc.com

BOS & CO BURLINGTON

Get dad off on the right foot with On Foot shoes, a new Men’s brand that is lightweight and super flexible. Made in Spain ca.bosandco.com

Tundra Leather

HAMILTON

These handmade leather golf accessories are beautifully crafted by hand, right in Downtown Hamilton. tundraleather.ca

LAKESIDE LIVIN’

OAKVILLE

Find your grillmaster an awesome apron along with a large selection of condiments and other BBQ related gift ideas at Lakeside Livin’ in Bronte Village! lakesidelivin.com

TRADITION DOLLS & WATCHES

OAKVILLE

Give dad the ultimate vintage timepiece with this heavy pocket watch circa 1883. This restored example has a Hunter style case containing fiv ounces of silver. traditiondolls.com

NICETY'S OAKVILLE

Made for 'cheers' by the pool and toasts on the rooftop, this glassware is virtually unbreakable & totally dishwasher safe All carefully crafted with the incredible shine and clarity of Crystal Sapphire polycarbonate, these look good on any table.

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Joshua Creek Furniture

OAKVILLE

These exquisite charcuterie boards, hand crafted by Rustic Designs by Rich, are available in a variety of sizes, colours and styles at Joshua Creek Furniture. joshuacreekfurniture.com

RUSTIC DAISY'S WATERDOWN

Take your pancake breakfast to a whole new level with bourbon barrel aged maple syrup by Wabanaki. The perfect gift for any dads with a sweet tooth!

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BY JULIE ACHTERMEIER

rince Edward County, an island in Lake Ontario with 800 km of shoreline and nine villages, has a history rooted in farming, agriculture, and trade-through waterways. Today, the County is home to artists, winemakers, chefs, entrepreneurs, and people with a flair for hospitalit.

At the centre of the County are small towns such as Picton, Bloomfield and Wellington - alive with activity as visitors take in the shops, restaurants and main strip. In the outskirts lie acres of farmland and the tiny, quiet towns of Ameliasburgh and Sophiasburg. The South Shore, and North and South Marysburgh are known for agricultural delights and craft beverages. Of course, the County is also home to Sandbanks Provincial Park, the world's largest baymouth barrier dune formation, along with its fabulous beaches and campsites.

There's so much to explore in Prince Edward County, from quiet retreats to live shows and entertainment. Whatever your pleasure, there is something for everyone.

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If it's theatre you love, The Eddie features a pre-show picnic dinner at the iconic 1860s Red Barn as the setting for an evening of entertainment. The 78-acre farm is located between Wellington and Bloomfield and features a pond, orchards, gardens, access to the Millennium Trail, and newly decorated suites. It is also home to the Wellington Farmers’ Market, which takes place on Saturdays from 9am to 1:30pm from May 13th until the end of October. For a list of shows throughout the season, visit www.countystage.ca.

A wedding on the horizon?

Compass Rose is a unique wedding venue in the heart of Prince Edward County's wine country. They offer wedding options for small groups or up to 2,000 people in their modern barn, farmhouse, greenhouse, and two outdoor ceremony sites. Wedding packages include two nights of accommodation in their elegant farmhouse that sleeps up to 12 people.

Reconnecting to the simplicity of the world around us is a rewarding experience when visiting the Fronterra Farm, a waterfront farm located on the legendary Hillier soils. Explore a healthier, sustainable lifestyle reconnecting to food while vacationing in their luxury prospector tents, complete with a summer kitchen and ensuite bathroom. The last three years during the pandemic provided the owner, Jens Burgen, an opportunity to open a farmbased forest school to plant flowersand botanicals for an elemental spa.

Accommodations in Prince Edward County range from rustic elegance to modern sophistication, so you're sure to find the perfect fi