Four local breweries received accolades at the recent Canadian Brewing Awards 2019. Congratulations to Four Fathers Brewing Co., Abe Erb Brewing Company, Red Circle Brewing Co. and Short Fingers Brewing!
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Globe and Mail April 23rd, 2019 The Walper’s pledge of personal service is combined with 92 unique rooms to exude a vibe that rivals hip boutique accommodations in San Francisco or New York. It’s the little touches, such as in-room, pour-over coffee service, staff that know your name & modern spaces
Refreshed Walper Hotel a symbol of downtown Kitchener’s resurgence Read More »
Borealis Grille & Bar chef de cuisine Scott Mills says the food scene in Waterloo Region is evolving nicely. It’s a position he takes given his experience in the diverse and bustling Vancouver restaurant market.
Chef Profile: Scott Mills, Borealis Grille Read More »
Kitchener has been selected as one of six host cities for the 2019 CIBC Canada Russia Series. Game 3 of the series, which pits CHL regional league teams against the Russian National Junior Team, will be played at The Kitchener Aud on Thursday, November 7.
Canada Russia Hockey Series is Coming to The Aud Read More »
There is help you can access to make meeting and event planning easier. Team Waterloo Region – Director of Sales, Jennifer Eddings and Sales Manager Emily Deckert – can provide a number of different services, designed to assist planners and event organizers throughout the implementation process.
Get to Know Team Waterloo Region! Read More »
Ever After Music Festival is a fantasy getaway, where world class performances and stunning visuals create an unforgettable weekend! Celebrating its 5th year, EAMF promises to be bigger and better than ever.
Welcome to Ever After Music Festival 2019 Read More »
Food blogger Andrew Coppolino shares entrees from seven different restaurants that he considers “killer” dishes. Find out what they are, and where you can find them in Waterloo Region!
7 Killer Dishes in Waterloo Region Read More »
Lancaster Smokehouse in Kitchener has been featured on two of Ontario Culinary Tourism’s “Best Of” lists.
The Lancaster made it onto the “Best Things We Ate in Ontario in 2018” list, as well as the “Favorite Mac ‘N Cheese in Ontario” list.
Lancaster Smokehouse makes Ontario Culinary Tourism’s “Best Of” Lists! Read More »
We’re into the depths of winter, with wind chill factors that chill to the bone. You can bundle up to keep the outside warm, but what about warming those bones on the inside? Whiskies, rums, hot chilies, spices, and coffee: here a few warming beverages for frosty nights in Waterloo Region.
8 Beverages to Warm Up With in Waterloo Region Read More »
Food plays a central part in any holiday get together. Whether you’re searching for a host or hostess gift, items for a charcuterie board for those casual get togethers, or you need all the ingredients for a full family holiday meal, here are some ideas to get your culinary creativity started!
6 Food Ideas for the Holiday Host in Waterloo Region Read More »
When you’re in the mood for an upscale sports bar, Players Indoor Golf & Sports Bar is the place to be. Watch all the big games on Players’ 11-foot HD projection screens. Along with golf, Players features 13 incredible sports on their Full Swing Simulators and complete lineup of food and drinks
Players Indoor Golf & Sports Bar – More Than just Golf! Read More »
Whether groups are looking to leave a positive mark on Waterloo Region, or looking for spaces that are working to lessen their environmental footprint, venues in Waterloo Region provide opportunities to incorporate Corporate Social Responsibility and green initiatives into meetings and events.
Corporate Social Responsibility and Green Initiatives in Waterloo Region Read More »
Dublin, Ireland-born chef Brian McCourt will tell you that his love for cooking absorbs him but that a good portion of what he does in his work is developing and mentoring young cooks entering his kitchens.
Chef Profile: Brian McCourt, Culinary Director, Ignite Group Read More »
A few years ago, Ryan Murphy and Carly Blasutti set a new standard for sharing plates and culinary adventure when they opened Public Kitchen & Bar in Kitchener. Now in their larger location on Victoria St. in Kitchener, Public continues to be a go-to dining spot in the city.
Restaurant Profile: Public Kitchen & Bar Read More »
Canoe and kayak enthusiasts have a new resource at their disposal when it comes to planning their next outing.
The 6th edition of Paddling the Grand River is now available, providing paddling routes, maps and historic points of interest along the historic Grand River.
Paddling the Grand River Read More »
Call it “Cantonese tapas.” Dim sum are those little bites of food that arrive via pencil-and-paper order sheet – and, at one time, via a cart wheeled through the dining room piled high with the delicacies. Each item costs no more than a few dollars, and the selection is wonderfully wide
Adding up the Dim Sum in Waterloo Region Read More »
Featured in the Montreal Gazette, designer Karl Lohnes highlights Kitchener’s Walper Hotel as a place to find decor inspiration.
Be Inspired by the Walper Hotel Read More »
Summer has arrived, meaning we’ve all shed our winter layers to bask in the warm sun. When the frigid days of winter can drag on in Waterloo Region, enjoying the outdoors is a must once summer arrived! Here are six ideas for enjoying a great day in nature.
Back to Nature: 6 Parks to Explore in Waterloo Region Read More »
The Grand River is a heritage river that flows through the region, and for 27 years Canoeing the Grand has been proud to take both first time and experienced paddlers on a trip along this beautiful, natural waterway to see our region from a new perspective.
Explore Waterloo Region’s ‘Alternate Route’ this Summer Read More »
Jody O’Malley and Kirstie Herbstreit have owned and operated The Culinary Studio in Kitchener’s Belmont Village for about seven years. The business has grown as the interest in food culture has blossomed in Waterloo Region
Chef Profile: Kirstie Herbstreit and Jody O’Malley Read More »
You may not realize it, but art is all around us. It intertwines into our culture, our community, our everyday lives. The constitution of the art gallery is to educate while entertaining, and the Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery is no different. However, KWAG is unique in many ways.
KWAG – Illustrating How Art Is For Everyone Read More »
If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the kitchen. So the saying goes, but here we’re talking about chile pepper heat. Nothing is further from the truth when considering the spicy hot peppers: some people can handle the heat physiologically, and some can’t.
Spice Up the End of Winter by Adding a Little Heat! Read More »
Plan a special date night in Waterloo Region, enjoy a romantic dinner out together, or spoil your sweetie with a one of a kind, local gift. With so many romantic options available here in Waterloo Region, get ready to share the love!
12 Ways to Share some #LocalLove this February Read More »
Chef Byron Hallett loves the synergy that exists between beer and food – that’s a good thing because he oversees the kitchen in one of Waterloo Region’s most interesting and unique establishments, Arabella Park Beer Bar in Kitchener’s Belmont Village.
Chef Profile: Byron Hallett of Arabella Park Beer Bar Read More »
