New Year’s Eve in Waterloo Region
Get ready to ring in the New Year in Waterloo Region! Each of our cities plays host to a full line up of New Year’s Eve events for the entire family to enjoy!
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Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes in Waterloo Region
For many, a visit to a corn maze or pumpkin patch is definitely on their fall ‘To-Do’ list! Wondering where to find them as you #ExploreWR? Take a look at our list – and get ready for some family fall fun in Waterloo Region!
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Things to Do in Waterloo Region this Labour Day Long Weekend!
We’re coming up to the final long weekend of summer. Labour Day Weekend is full of fun things to do in Waterloo Region: check out our list and find great options for families and friends to enjoy!
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19 Toronto Road Trips To Go On With Your BFF That Will Take Your Breath Away
Narcity’s list of 19 Toronto road trip-worthy destinations for BFF’s includes a stop in St. Jacobs! If you’ve been craving a bit of adventure, call up your bestie and start planning your next getaway to one of these dreamy spots. No need to refill the gas tank to get to these places!
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Meet the Community of Creators at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market: Angus Burns, White Wolf & Friends
White Wolf & Friends owner Angus Burns produces original wildlife paintings on wood and moose antler carvings. He’s part of the Community of Creators you’ll discover at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market.
Meet the Community of Creators at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market: Deidre Zervos, Botanical Propaganda Bath & Body
Botanical Propaganda at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market makes small batch, all natural bath and body products. Ingredients are sourced locally, do not contain toxins, have not been tested on animals, and are vegan. Many products are package-free and sustainability is paramount.
Meet the Community of Creators at St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market: Katrina Wood, Eco Refillary
Eco Refillary, located in the Market Tent at the St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, features eco-friendly products and refillable bottles. Owner Katrina Wood is just one of the many makers you’ll meet within the Market’s community of creators.
Ask the Wedding Expert: Fall Florals
Ainsley Poirier is the Owner and Lead Designer at Fresh Look Design Inc. and The Floral Studio Co. in Kitchener. She shares her expertise on wedding florals and trends for Fall 2020 weddings.
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You Can Take Free Horse Drawn Trolley Rides At St. Jacobs Sparkles
Narcity Oct. 8, 2019 – As the most magical time of the year draws near, towns and cities alike are transforming into sparkling wonderlands filled with holiday cheer. St. Jacobs Sparkles Christmas Festival is happening in November, and it’s lighting up the season in all the best ways.
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O’Fest Brews: Local Craft Brewers celebrate Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest grew out of agrarian and harvest celebrations — and that of course includes fêting the barley and hops used to make beer. Because Oktoberfest is front-and-centre each fall in Waterloo Region, it makes sense that local brewers are inspired by that brewing history in a glass.
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Farm-to-Table Relationships in Waterloo Region: Lancaster Smokehouse and 5 Chicks and a Farmer
Farm-to-table in Waterloo Region means chefs can meet face to face with local producers, buy their products, and savour those ingredients in dishes prepared in their restaurants all in the same day. Lancaster Smokehouse and 5 Chicks and a Farmer are one example of this special type of relationship
Farm-to-Table Relationships In Waterloo Region: Fat Sparrow Group and Martin’s Family Fruit Farm
Farm-to-table in Waterloo Region means chefs can meet face to face with local producers, buy their products, and savour those ingredients in dishes prepared in their restaurants all in the same day. Martin’s Family Fruit Farm and Fat Sparrow Group are one example of this special type of relationship
Farm-to-Table Relationships in Waterloo Region: Puddicombe House and Mountainoak Cheese
Farm-to-table in Waterloo Region means chefs can meet face to face with local producers, buy their products, and savour those ingredients in dishes prepared in their restaurants all in the same day. Puddicombe House and Mountainoak Cheese are one example of this special type of relationship
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Treat your Mom: Mother’s Day 2019
May 12th, 2019 is Mother’s Day – a time to honour moms, and those mother-figures in our lives who do so much for us! Looking for ways to show your mom how special she is? While nothing can replace a preschooler’s homemade card or a macaroni picture frame, here are some ideas on how to spoil Mom
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Chef Profile: Scott Mills, Borealis Grille
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.
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Restaurant Profile: Public Kitchen & Bar
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.
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Restaurant Profile: EVO Kitchen in Cambridge
EVO Kitchen is in the former office of the Galt Knitting Company (now known as Tiger Brand). The move was the idea of brother and sister team Barry and Taryn Schwartzentruber who started the business in 2010 and since then have served thousands of box lunches to Waterloo Region businesses.
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Cambridge is Home to a Fashion History Museum
Fashion magazine Elle Canada recently featured Cambridge’s Fashion History Museum – a slice of fashion history located in Waterloo Region – calling it a little-known museum with a mission to uncover the hidden stories behind our clothing.
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Restaurant Profile: Fat Sparrow Group
The Fat Sparrow Group business appeared in Waterloo Region in only 2017, but the names behind it have long made a mark when it comes to food and hospitality; it’s a parent company for the collection of eateries that chef Nick Benninger spearheads.
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Tours Take Flight This Summer at Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory!
Summer is the perfect time to become a tourist in your own back yard. Or, in the case of the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory, become a tourist in their back yard, and take in their many free summer tours! Guided tours and children’s programming take place daily, and are free with regular admission
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25 Things to Do in Waterloo Region This March Break
March Break – while kids are counting down the days, parents can be a little more stressed as they try to figure out how to keep the family busy! Whether you’re looking for some ‘stay-cation’ fun, or a camp to fill the kids’ days, here are some ideas to help you make the most of March Break!
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Just like Cream they’ve Risen to the Top: Eby Manor Farm
The growth in popularity of Eby Manor Golden Guernsey milk has been a marvel to observe in Waterloo Region. Delivered in retro glass bottles, this unique milk is now found in many restaurants, cafes and food stores locally and as far away as the GTA.
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Chef Profile: Byron Hallett of Arabella Park Beer Bar
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.
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Feast ON Restaurants in Waterloo Region
There are currently about 100 Feast ON-designated restaurants in the province, with more working toward certification. In Waterloo Region, the following restaurants are Feast ON certified: The Berlin, Borealis Grille and Bar, Lancaster Smokehouse, Langdon Hall, Little Mushroom Catering, and more.
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