Church-sponsored event benefits community mainstay that ensures seniors and other Oakville residents who need assistance receive nourishing meals and wellness checks – giving caregivers peace of mind

Oakville Meals on Wheels, an organization providing healthy meals and social connections for the Oakville community, is pleased to announce the receipt of $15,000 from the St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour, a bi-annual church-sponsored event that benefits local charities. The generous donation will fuel the efforts of Oakville Meals on Wheels, which has been providing nutritious meals to seniors and other residents of Oakville needing assistance since 1976.

“We are so grateful for the financial support from St. Andrew’s Church and its festive Christmas House Tour,” said Oakville Meals on Wheels Board Chair Bob Griesbach. “As we continue this journey into a new decade, we are appreciative of the organizations and individuals who care deeply about our organization and community. This donation from St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour is a huge step in helping us move closer to our goal of raising $100,000—and beyond—which will ensure that those who wish to continue living independently in their own homes have access to our invaluable services. I would like to extend sincere thanks to our former long-time board member, Lyn Wilson, for her collaborative role in bringing Oakville Meals on Wheels Meals into the group of beneficiaries of this amazing community event.”

Oakville is renowned for its charm—a suburban town on the north shore of Lake Ontario with a small-town feel—and has been rated as one of the top five places to live in Canada. In its 40^th year, the St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour is part of the town’s long-standing tradition. The tour presents an interesting mix of architecturally unique homes, each decorated for the Christmas season by talented local designers, with a large portion of tour proceeds going toward organizations like Oakville Meals on Wheels that are making a difference in the community.

“Over nearly four decades, we have been fortunate to have so many of Oakville’s residents open their homes for our annual Christmas House Tour so that we can raise much-needed funds for Oakville’s community organizations,” said Frances Mantle, co-chair of St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour. “We are pleased to have raised $15,000 for Oakville Meals on Wheels given its long-standing commitment to serving so many of our local residents by not only making sure they have a fresh, hot meal personally delivered to them but also ensuring that these Oakville residents are able to maintain important social connections.”

Since its founding, Oakville Meals on Wheels has grown into a community mainstay delivering fresh, nutritious, and delicious mid-day meals to adults of all ages and from all walks of life who struggle to meet a basic human need. In four decades of operation, Oakville Meals on Wheels has delivered more than 934,000 fresh and locally prepared lunches and important well-being checks that give families and caregivers peace of mind. Serving as a critical touch-point, its volunteers—the organization’s driving force—never leave a door unanswered and follow up if there are any concerns, whether it is a resident’s thermostat that isn’t working in the cold of winter or alerting family that their loved one’s health is deteriorating.

To learn more about Oakville Meals on Wheels and to make a contribution to its new fundraising campaign “Time for New Wheels,” visit: www.oakvillemealsonwheels.com.

About Oakville Meals on Wheels

Since 1976, Oakville Meals on Wheels has delivered nutritious meals to residents of Oakville who are unable to attend to their own nutritional needs but wish to continue living independently in their community. In its 43 years of operation, Oakville Meals on Wheels and its team of volunteers have delivered more than 934,000 meals to residents. A United Way-supported agency, Oakville Meals on Wheels – which serves more than 300 individuals and delivers approximately 2,100 meals per month – also provides its clients with the positive benefits of social contact, security and increased independence.

About St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour

The St. Andrew’s Christmas House Tour is a long-standing tradition in Oakville and is an exciting way to get you into the Christmas spirit. The tour presents an interesting mix of architecturally unique homes. Each home is decorated for the Christmas season by talented local designers, offering visitors an opportunity to soak up the holiday vibe and be inspired to decorate their own homes for the festive season.

On December 5th, Farm Boy, Ontario’s fastest growing fresh food retailer announced that its popular fresh-market shopping experience has open in Burlington, Ontario. Located at 3061 Walkers Line, the new 23,938 square foot store is expected to create 120 jobs this year.

True to Farm Boy roots, the Burlington location will deliver local shoppers a world-class food experience with exceptional customer service and abundant selections of the freshest foods. In addition to plentiful farm fresh produce, the new store will showcase butcher quality meats, artisanal cheese, fresh baked treats and fresh dairy. Customers can also look forward to finding Farm Boy private label specialty products, locally made foods and organic and plant-based options.  

“Providing a world-class, fresh shopping experience is the heart and soul of our business,” says Jeff York, Farm Boy co-CEO. “We’ve recently opened a new store in the nearby city of Oakville and have received multiple requests to expand in Burlington as well. We look forward to meeting our newest customers in Alton Village and will work hard to earn their business.”  

Burlingtonians and local workers looking to eat well on the run can expect fresh, made-to-order hot meals at the in-store grilling station that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with daily features. All meals are available to take home or enjoy hot in the comfortably designed, Wi-Fi-enabled seating areas.

Farm Boy will celebrate its latest opening on Thursday, December 5, 2019 at 8:00 a.m. with local dignitaries including Burlington Mayor, Marianne Meed Ward, with a new ritual for the retailer: a cowbell ringing.  On Saturday, the festivities will continue with family-favourite activities such as face painting and special guest appearances, including Lulu the cow from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Fast Facts:

• Farm Boy carries hundreds of products made in Ontario including fresh produce, butcher quality meats, artisan cheese, fresh dairy and baked goods, sustainable seafood and fresh prepared foods
• All Farm Boy stores feature Farm Boy Kitchens with wholesome, fresh salad bars and hot bars featuring premium lean proteins and Farm Boy chef-inspired favourites
• Farm Boy stores carry many gluten-free, organic and natural food choices
• Farm Boy makes many of their own products from scratch without preservatives or chemicals including fresh soups, handmade sausages, burgers and kebabs, ready to cook prepared meats
• Farm Boy carries its own line of private label products with over 60 products (800 skus) in stores including popular frozen entrees, sides and sweet treats
• Local suppliers have been a key feature of Farm Boy stores since 1981 and there are hundreds of local supplier products in store
• Farm Boy Walkers Line is located in Alton Village in Burlington at the northeast corner of Dundas & Walkers Line. It will join the existing LCBO, Shoppers Drug Mart and Starbucks already established at this location. 

About Farm Boy:
Ontario-based Farm Boy is well known for their unique fresh-market shopping experience. With legions of loyal customers, Farm Boy has grown from a small produce stand that began in Cornwall in 1981 to a 29-store household name throughout Ontario. With stores set to open in Burlington in late 2019 and St. Catharines in early 2020, the company has plans to continue its fresh market expansion in coming years.

For more information visit: farmboy.ca

Satisfy your sweet tooth in Oakville at Best Bakery Talk of the Town Award-winner, Sugar Suite Cakes! 

This Downtown Oakville allergen-free bakery specializes in artistic confections that are gluten-free, peanut-free and vegan. 

You can pop in for a cookie, cake pop, cupcake or scone, or order something elegant and personalized for your special event. 

This new addition to Oakville takes the cake with melt-in-your-mouth meringues, cupcake bouquets, custom cakes and so much more! 

Find your sweet escape at Aveiro Bakery, Best Bakery runner-up!

This Sixth Line sensation will delight your taste buds with tantalizing twists like cannoli doughnuts, s’mores cupcakes, Pão de Deus, pumpkin walnut coffee cake and iced lattes. 

Pick up some homestyle favourites at Black Forest Pastry Shop, Best Bakery second runner-up! 

Kick that winter chill to the curb and cozy up to the fire with some old fashioned treats like butter tarts, chocolate fudge brownies and chocolate raspberry mousse cake from this local favourite.

Thank you so much to everyone who voted! We will be announcing our final category of 2019 on Nov. 1, 2019 over Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

2019 Talk of the Town Awards: Best Bakery

1. Sugar Suite Cakes
2. Aviero Bakery
3. Black Forest Pastry Shop
4. Julia’s Joyful Kitchen
5. COBS Bread Lakeshore

For more information about the Visit Oakville 2019 Talk of the Town Awards, visit visitoakville.com.

Raise a glass to the Best Craft Beer Talk of the Town Award-winner, BRU!

This Downtown Oakville hot spot has one of the largest selections of craft beer in Oakville, carrying over 15 Ontario brewers on six taps and 30 bottles.

You can “tap” into a new world of flavours with ever-rotating options from breweries like Bellwoods, Farmageddon, The Furnace Room, Collective Arts and Oakville’s-own Cameron’s! 

Non-drinkers can also grab a glass with Bru’s non-alcoholic beer menu, so“hop” into harvest season and enjoy the crisp taste of craft at this local watering hole. 

With 31 selections of craft beer on tap alone, Beertown Public House is the place to be for those looking for something outside of the box. 

This “Best Craft Beer” runner-up will take your taste buds all over the world with a sensational selection of Scotch ales, dunkels, fruit beers, stouts and many more. Build your own paddle, take your chances with the fusion tower or try something one-of-a-kind with the brown bag special. 

Take date night to Paradiso, Best Craft Beer second-runner up!

This fine dining favourite carries crafts from breweries such as Saints of Circumstance, Big Rock and Amsterdam. Plan for an intimate dinner, take a whole group or make your own meal during one of their famous cooking classes. 

Thank you so much to everyone who voted! We will be announcing our next category on Oct. 1, 2019 over Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

2019 Talk of the Town Awards: Best Craft Beer

1. BRU

2. Beertown Public

3. Paradiso

4. 151 Social

5. The King’s Arms

This post is provided by Visit Oakville. For more information about the Visit Oakville 2019 Talk of the Town Awards, visit visitoakville.com.

It’s time to leave the nest and test your taste buds at Best Wings Talk of the Town Award-winner, The Original 6 Line Pub! 

Pluck a 1lb, 2lb or 3lb basket of fantastically fried wings, and pick from a unique selection of sauces including Lemon Pepper, Secret 6, Szechuan and Ancho Chipotle. 

Take advantage of their Tuesday wing special or treat everyone to dinner with the Original 6 Team Combo of 35 wings and a pitcher of domestic beer. 

Catch a game, play some pool and indulge in Oakville’s wildest wings at this award-winning friendly neighbourhood pub. 

Dine like a royal in Downtown Oakville and grab an order at Best Wings runner-up, The Kings Arms! 

Indulge in Cajun, Lemon Pepper and Caribbean Jerk dry rubs, or select sauces like BBQ Honey Garlic, Greek Heat and NY Buffalo Butter at this beloved establishment that also won our Best Burger award. 

With a selection of over 25 signature sauce, we would recommend adding Monaghan’s to your chicken wing bucket list!

This Best Wing second runner-up will broaden your palate with unique flavour combinations like Sea Salt and Cracked Pepper, Sweet Thai Chili, Hot Dill Pickle and Mongahan’s Own Hellfire. 

Thank you so much to everyone who voted! Visit Oakville will be announcing their next category on Sept. 1, 2019 over Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

2019 Talk of the Town Awards: Best Wings

1. Original 6 Line Pub
2. King’s Arms
3. Monaghan’s
4. Firehall
5. Kerr Street Pub and Grill

This article was provided by Visit Oakville. For more information about the Visit Oakville 2019 Talk of the Town Awards, visit visitoakville.com.