Christine’s guidebook
Wine
It does not get more local than this!! Just 45 minutes from your stay at Southgate, this winery is the most Northern producer in North America. Check out their tasting bar and leave with a bottle of wine (or two). During COVID they are taking reservations for their dining domes where you can enjoy charcuterie and wine for 4. Book in advance!
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Coffin Ridge Vineyard & Winery
599448 Concession Rd 2 NIt does not get more local than this!! Just 45 minutes from your stay at Southgate, this winery is the most Northern producer in North America. Check out their tasting bar and leave with a bottle of wine (or two). During COVID they are taking reservations for their dining domes where you can enjoy charcuterie and wine for 4. Book in advance!
Towns
You MUST check out Flesherton during your day trip. With local cafes, artisanal cheese shop, local gallery, pizza spot and an organic food store, you'll fall in love with this town.
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Flesherton
You MUST check out Flesherton during your day trip. With local cafes, artisanal cheese shop, local gallery, pizza spot and an organic food store, you'll fall in love with this town.
Flea Market Finds
If you're hunting for unique finds, head to Courtice Flea Market, just 20 minutes from Southgate.
Don't forget, cash only! (ATM on site)
Mercato delle pulci di Courtice
1696 Bloor StIf you're hunting for unique finds, head to Courtice Flea Market, just 20 minutes from Southgate.
Don't forget, cash only! (ATM on site)
Brunch + Books
If you are craving a home cooked breakfast and rare book finds, you'll find all you need at Williamsford Mill. This old mill has been converted into a bookstore + restaurant and is run by the sweetest couple who are passionate about all that they do.
In the summer months you can dine outside by the river.
Williamsford Mill
316070 ON-6If you are craving a home cooked breakfast and rare book finds, you'll find all you need at Williamsford Mill. This old mill has been converted into a bookstore + restaurant and is run by the sweetest couple who are passionate about all that they do.
In the summer months you can dine outside by the river.
Food scene
Looking for local meat? Look no further, West Grey has everything you need from steaks to roasts to burgers. Anything you need to make the perfect dinner.
Don't forget to check out their snack section and their homemade beef jerky!
West Grey Premium Beef Inc
312706 ON-6Looking for local meat? Look no further, West Grey has everything you need from steaks to roasts to burgers. Anything you need to make the perfect dinner.
Don't forget to check out their snack section and their homemade beef jerky!