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DID SOMEBODY SAY CHEESE?
No one really knows who made cheese for the first time, but according to one legend β it happened by accident. As the story…
CRISP & CRAFTY CIDER
It wasnβt all that long ago that craft beer took Ontario by storm. In 2015, after much grumbling by craft brewers and beer drinkers…
FUN FALL FARMS to Explore in Simcoe County
Nothing says fall like visiting a farm to pick your own pumpkin, getting lost in a corn maze or taking a hay ride. Some…
IT’S GAME TIME!
Summer is here! And while spending time in the great outdoors is good for the soul β sometimes, you need a retreat from the…
SPLISH SPLASH – Backyard Waterworks
There are two kinds of people in the summer: people with a pool and people who look to befriend people with a poolβ¦due to…
PLAN THE ULTIMATE STAYCATION WITH YOUR ONTARIO STAYCATION CREDIT
Skip the planes and trains and stick with the automobile this summer to take advantage of your Ontario Staycation Tax Credit. The Ontario government…
A RETURN TO SUMMER FESTIVALS
As the weather begins to warm up and the days grow longer, we are reminded that there really is no better way to experience…
CREATE YOUR OWN BACKYARD OASIS
Springtime is finally here, and summer is so close we can taste it. If youβre dreaming of backyard dinners, walking barefoot through the grass,…
FITNESS MADE FUN: Dance, Kick and Fly into Shape!
There is never a time quite like the present to try something new, especially coming into spring, where collectively, we are more than ready…
EGG-CELLENT EASTER BRUNCH
The easiest way to celebrate Easter is with a simple, yet elegant and delicious brunch. It can be easily prepared while the kids are…
5 Ways to Create a Stunning Feature Wall in Your Home
It doesnβt always take a full-scale renovation to breathe new life into your home. Sometimes, all you need is a single wall and a…
Zipline and Tree Top Trekking: A Thrill Seekerβs Adventure
Imagine what it would feel like to swing freely from the trees like Tarzan β taking in the world beneath you. Now, imagine doing…
OUR HOME IS NATIVE LAND: Understanding the Businesses and Lands of Simcoe Countyβs Indigenous People
The Creation Story of Indigenous people tells how the ancestors were placed on βTurtle Islandβ (North America) at the beginning of time. So as…
SMALL GROCERS THINK BIG
When grocery day rolls around, we all have our go-to stores. And here in Simcoe County, there is a wonderful selection of grocers at…
UPPER CRUST: The Anatomy of the Perfect Tart
Yotam Ottolenghi, the famed London-based Israeli chef, is quoted saying: βThe differences between a tart, a pie, and a Quiche are a blur.β With…
Icy Conditions make for Warm Memories: Ice Fishing Simcoe Countyβs Waters
Anyone who has grown up in Simcoe County can probably agree that the winters feel pretty long. Barrie and the surrounding area receive approximately…
BRRR….IT’S COLD OUT THERE: Indoor Family-Friendly Fun in Simcoe County
Summer feels long gone and the cold is here. The snow has been falling, the slush has been forming, and you can see your…
RE-THINKING THE RESOLUTION: ACHIEVING HEALTH + HAPPINESS
The New Year isnβt the only time to make resolutions β but anytime someone says the word resolution, itβs usually followed by something like…
KEEPING THE HOME HOT: Fireplace Facelift
The fireplace has been an important part of the home for centuries. Once relied on for cooking and warmth, the fireplace has come a…
SOMETHING TO BRUNCH ON: A Sweet and Savory Christmas Morning
Christmas morning is often a relaxed time with family, opening gifts in front of the tree, and sharing delicious food and drinks with many…