A Tale of the Griswold Family Christmas Tree
In the opening scene of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Clark Griswold – seeking out the perfect family Christmas tree – sings carols down the…
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Snowy Trails – Winter Adventure Awaits
Sandwiched between the Escarpment and Lake Ontario, Halton is home to many natural wonders. And while it’s fairly easy to hike Mount Nemo or…
DT Oakville’s Augmented Reality Holiday Hunt
Santa is supporting local this year! From November 20 to January 5, explore the streets of Downtown Oakville on an Augmented Reality scavenger hunt…
Pinkies Up – It’s Time for Tea
High Tea, often perceived as quintessentially British, is less about reliving a period drama and more about a cool new alternative to cocktails. As…
Best No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas
Beyond the costumes and candy, there’s one other important aspect of Halloween that can’t be missed: the pumpkin. And I have to be honest…
Falling in Love With Bala – The Bala Cranberry Festival
Every year, cottagers anxiously await the official opening of summer: Victoria Day Weekend. And as soon as the calendar strikes May 24th, cars packed…
Oh My Gourd – Eating Through The World of Squash
Gourds – which are actually a fruit and not a vegetable – are one of the earliest known domesticated plants, with evidence of their…
Mye 2 Wins ‘Best Sushi’ 2021 Talk of the Town Award
Settle in for some seafood with our Best Sushi Talk of the Town Award-winner, Mye 2 Japanese Restaurant! Well-known as one of Oakville’s finest sushi…
Gear Up For Gold – With The Burloak Canoe Club
Nestled on Navy Flats along the banks of Sixteen Mile Creek is the little club that could – the Burloak Canoe Club (founded in…
Mais Oui, Patisserie
There is nothing quite like the tempting aromas that waft from a French patisserie or bakery: fresh butter, flaky croissants, and tempting baked goods….