The patios in the Charcoal Group of Restaurants have been open since February 25, according to managing partner Jody Palubiski. More than ever during the pandemic, patios have become a critical part of a restaurant’s business model.
Patios are springing up in Waterloo Region Read More »
Skies Magazine – As soon as COVID-19 travel restrictions are relaxed, the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) will be poised to connect area residents with the rest of the country. Over the last six months, the airport has announced airline partnerships that will serve 10 new destinations
YKF prepares for bump in post-COVID domestic travel Read More »
Maple syrup is a year-long favourite condiment and ingredient and one with a very long history that needs to be acknowledged. Long before Europeans arrived in North America and introduced the honeybee, Canada’s indigenous peoples were drawing sap from trees and creating the sweet elixir: maple syrup
March Maple Syrup Madness! Read More »
KitchenerToday.com – Alanah Jewell paints her own designs and sells them as part of her studio, Morningstar Designs. In less than three years, she’s also painted murals featured across Waterloo Region. Jewell also contributed two painted picnic tables for Explore Waterloo Region’s Art Fresco project
Local artist Alanah Jewell connects to her Indigenous roots through art Read More »
City of Cambridge – The City of Cambridge has been recognized as a Tree City of the World by Tree Canada, The Arbor Day Foundation, and the United Nations for its continued management of the city’s urban forest.
Cambridge named ‘Tree City of the World’ Read More »
Toronto Star – Some will say that Kitchener doesn’t have a vibe or that it’s simply a suburban city in southwestern Ontario. But Kitchener is a city with history, personality and grit — one that is being driven by its close-knit community, even in the face of change.
The insiders’ guide to the local joys of Kitchener Read More »
PCMag.com – Looking to leave your cramped, expensive living space to work from home permanently? We’ve done the research, and these are the US and Canadian cities that provide the best balance of affordability, livability, and connectivity.
Ayr, Ontario makes the Best Work-From-Home Cities in Canada 2021 list Read More »
Flair Airlines has announced a formal arrangement with the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Flair Airlines will provide non-stop domestic air service to Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Halifax. The current anticipated start of service is May 1, 2021.
Region of Waterloo International Airport welcomes Flair Airlines Read More »
For 5 days in January, the City of Cambridge played host to 13 Olympic hopefuls from Archery Canada’s High Performance Recurve program. Head coach Shawn Riggs feels Waterloo Region is ideally suited for this type of camp.
Towards Tokyo 2021: Archery Canada’s Olympic Training Camp comes to Cambridge Read More »
CTV News Kitchener – The Kitchener Market has opened an online store to help residents support local businesses from the comfort of their homes. The online store launched Monday and offers more than 500 products, including meats, cheeses and fresh produce.
Kitchener Market Launches Online Store Read More »
Canadian Beer News – Four Fathers Brewing has announced the latest release in its Stand 4 Something Good quarterly charity beer campaign. You Are Not Alone has been brewed to support the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHAWW).
KitchenerToday.com – With nine local restaurants participating, there’s a rainbow of mouthwatering dishes to pick from at this year’s Uptown Comfort Food Crawl. Tracy Van Kalsbeek of the Uptown Waterloo BIA said this year, there will be nine different restaurants participating.
Uptown Waterloo Comfort Food Crawl serving up 9 tasty dishes this year Read More »
Becoming a better home bartender requires only a few basics – tools and techniques – and a bit of patience. Of course, bars and restaurants that offer newly legal take-away beverages and DIY drink kits for purchase help too.
BYOB: Be Your Own Bartender Read More »
Culinary Tourism Alliance – With our series, Kitchen Party, we’re sitting down with Feast On Chefs to get to know them and the local foods that inspire them a little better. Meet Chef Denis Hernandez of Swine and Vine restaurant in Kitchener.
MEET DENIS HERNANDEZ OF SWINE AND VINE Restaurant in Kitchener Read More »
CTV New Kitchener – Hotels have started offering up office space as they deal with fewer travellers during COVID-19. They have needed to get creative to attract guests during the pandemic.
Hotels offering Office Space during Pandemic Read More »
Thanks to talented local artists, St. Jacobs has even more reasons for people to visit. Bursts of eye-catching colours have sprouted on the Village’s interior and exterior walls. There are several urban art pieces to keep an eye out for when visiting St. Jacobs.
St. Jacobs’ Urban Art scene: It’s Good for the Soul Read More »
Maclean’s – On Gaukel Street in Kitchener, a black bear greets pedestrians with watery and speculative eyes. Makade Makwa. These animals are brought to life by illustrator and muralist Luke Swinson, a Kitchener resident and member of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation.
Maclean’s features Waterloo Region artists Luke Swinson and Alanah Jewell Read More »
KitchenerToday.com – The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will be maintaining limited access at a number of conservation areas this winter; however, restrictions will remain in place to help protect staff and reduce the spread of COVID-19.
GRCA to keep some parks open for limited winter use Read More »
justonepassport.com – Everybody needs a mini staycation every once in awhile, so when the opportunity arose to visit St. Jacobs during St. Jacobs Sparkles and to spend the night at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites, naturally I jumped at the opportunity.
A Magical Staycation in St. Jacobs Read More »
Posted on andrewcoppolino.com – Partnering with numerous restaurants and bars over the years, THEMUSEUM has created hugely successful food and beverage events with sellout crowds. With this Membership drive, they now plan to help their partners in the hospitality industry in Kitchener-Waterloo.
THEMUSEUM gives to local hospitality Read More »
The beauty of Waterloo Region lies in its increasingly diverse, multicultural community and the small businesses that serve it. These establishments are the heartbeat that keep the region’s economy alive. Hence, buying from your local vendor is very important.
Shop Local! A Waterloo Region BIPOC–Owned Shopping Guide Read More »
CTV News Kitchener – GolfNorth announced on Wednesday morning that it would be keeping its courses open through the winter, in hopes that golfers will layer up and hit the links even through the white fluffy stuff.
4 GolfNorth Courses in Waterloo Region are Gearing Up for Winter Golf Read More »
The artistic heart of Downtown Kitchener remains steady and is shining brighter than ever thanks to some new additions to Downtown Kitchener’s Art Walk. This self-guided walk is a collaboration between the Downtown Kitchener BIA, and the Kitchener Waterloo Art Gallery.
DISCOVER DOWNTOWN KITCHENER’S NEW ART WALK Read More »
Even as the weather begins to cool, there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy dining al fresco
thanks to several heated patios in the Waterloo Region!
Patios that are turning up the heat in Waterloo Region Read More »
