Graze and Be Merry: Snack on little bites of big delights
Entertaining season is upon us. It’s time to light a candle or two, bring out those festive platters, and have fun making (and eating)…
Food & Drink
Love In A Mug: A toast to festive hot cocktails
Canadians love their hot, cozy, winter drinks, and we grown-ups tend to like them spiked. Why do alcohol and heat pair so beautifully? “When…
Nectar from the Gods: In Praise Of Niagara’s Late Harvest Wines
Golden in colour and sweet on the palette, late harvest wines coat the tongue with complex layers of floral and fruity undertones. Niagara wineries…
Sláinte! Cheers !Chin Chin! A Toast To Our Neighbourhood Pubs
Everyone remembers their first time…visiting a pub, that is! I certainly do because a pub was the location of my first date with my…
No Buzz, No Problem: Canadian Innovators Make Big Advances in Zero-Alcohol Drinks
The alcohol-free trend is no longer a niche movement but is quickly becoming a mainstream shift in drinking culture. Craft breweries are debuting complex,…
Win the Lunch Box Battle: How to Pack Healthy Lunches Your Kids Will Actually Like
Back-to-school season is here, and so is the challenging task of packing lunches that your kids won’t toss or trade for junk food. You…
Get The Scoop: Ice Cream And Gelato Taste Exactly Like Summer
The warm summer days we’ve been waiting for are finally here. Local ice cream and gelato shops are ready to help the community cool…
Local Patio Guide 2025
Look Local is celebrating the arrival of warmer weather with a round-up of some of our favourite patios in the area. After a long…
From Farm to Flame: Where To Buy Local Meats This Grilling Season
Fire up the barbecue and kick off summer the Canadian way. Your local butcher features the finest meats Ontario has to offer, so pay…
A Toast To Patio Season!
Outside is my happy place, especially when I’m chilling on a patio with friends, soaking up the sunshine, and sipping a glass of wine….