Sip, Savour & Say Cheese (with a Goat!):
A Farm to Table Adventure in Waterloo Region
by Curated KW | June 2025
We found the G.O.A.T. of local summer adventures—and yes, it involves actual goats. 🐐
Explore Waterloo Region’s newest experience package called the Farm to Table Adventure is a seriously swoon-worthy experience that blends laid-back vineyard vibes with fine dining elegance. Located just an 8-minute drive apart, The Perth Farmhouse – Wine & Cider and Puddicombe House offer a seamless journey from farm-to-glass tasting to unforgettable eats.
Stop 1: Sips & Snuggles at The Perth Farmhouse – Wine & Cider
We started our afternoon at The Perth Farmhouse, a charming family-run vineyard that’s as photogenic as it is relaxing. Nestled among willow trees and overlooking a pond, it’s the perfect place to kick back and unwind.
The new Farm to Table Adventure is a seriously swoon-worthy experience that blends laid-back vineyard vibes with fine dining elegance. Located just an 8-minute drive apart, The Perth Farmhouse – Wine & Cider and Puddicombe House offer a seamless journey from farm-to-glass tasting to unforgettable eats.
We ordered the full lineup:
🍷 Wine Tasting Flight – beautifully balanced and super refreshing
🍎 Cider Tasting Flight – crisp, clean, and summer-in-a-glass
🍹 Mocktail Flight – a fizzy, fruity fave for the kids (and honestly, us too)
After sipping our way through the menu, we wandered over to meet the stars of the show—the farm’s miniature goats. Friendly, adorable, and always ready for a selfie, they were an instant hit with the whole fam.
Photos: CuratedKW
Stop 2: Dinner at the Historic Puddicombe House
From there, we made our way to Puddicombe House in New Hamburg—a beautifully restored 1860s mansion that somehow manages to feel both elegant and cozy. Pro tip: transportation isn’t provided, so plan ahead!
We kicked things off with a round of their alcohol-free Negronis, and WOW—these zero-proof beauties nail the original’s bold, bittersweet flavour.
Here’s what we tried (and loved):
Starters
🥩 Beef Carpaccio
🥗 Caesar Salad
🧀 Smoked Burrata
🦑 Calamari Fritti
Mains
🍗 Blackened Chicken Bowl
🐟 Pesto Crusted Halibut
🦆 King Cole Duck
🐑 Australian Lamb Rack
Note: Steaks and the veal tomahawk aren’t included, but everything else is fair game!
Desserts
🍰 Cheesecake
🍮 Crème Brûlée
🍫 Pots de Crème
🍋 Lemon Pistachio
Every dish was beautifully plated, full of flavour, and clearly crafted with care. The portions were generous, and the ambiance? Just the right balance of upscale and welcoming.
Bonus: If you’re not ready for the night to end, Puddicombe also offers optional charming overnight accommodations and spa services in their historic inn — perfect for turning dinner into a relaxing getaway. Book a room here.
Final Thoughts:
Whether you’re planning a day date, girls’ trip, or family outing, the Farm to Table Adventure delivers serious summer getaway energy. For $100 per guest, you get two iconic destinations, a full tasting experience, a gourmet three-course meal, and most importantly—goats.
It’s the kind of local gem that reminds you just how much magic is hiding in our own backyard.
👉 Grab your tickets through Explore WR.