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The Travelling Sommelier: The changing face of alcohol consumption

Consumer tastes continue to evolve as drinking trends embrace craft beverages, ready-to-drink cocktails and non-alcoholic options Have you noticed any changes these days in what...

Wrong turn leads to third Lakeside Shawarma location in Carleton Place

Lakeside Shawarma Carleton Place continues expanding with a new McNeely Avenue restaurant A chance detour while planning a family wedding has turned into a growing...

Lets Eat—for local foodies: CC’s on the Rideau

Lakeside dining and seasonal dishes at CC’s on the Rideau for local foodies CC’s on the Rideau is a full-service restaurant located in Rideau Ferry...

Delta Maple Syrup Festival returns for 59th year April 18–19

DELTA — One of the region’s longest-running spring traditions returns this weekend as the 59th annual Delta Maple Syrup Festival takes place April 18...

Perth Festival of the Maples marks 50th anniversary April 25

PERTH — Ever since local businessman Victor Lemieux organized the first Perth Festival of the Maples in the early 1970s, the town has been...

Perth Garlic Festival returns Aug. 8–9 under new leadership

PERTH — After a one-year hiatus, the beloved Perth Garlic Festival is back, bursting with fresh energy, big heart and, naturally, plenty of garlic. At...

The Travelling Sommelier: What Ontario residents are drinking after U.S. booze pulled from LCBO shelves

Local labels, lighter pours and new habits emerge in observations by The Travelling Sommelier According to LCBO in their annual look at consumer preferences, customers...

The Travelling Sommelier: Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery

In early November, I attended the 10th Anniversary invitation to the Scheuermann Vineyard & Winery for a tasting of several wines and charcuterie being...

The Travelling Sommelier: Winery visits and tastings are dropping

Rising fees highlight changes in winery visits and tastings Recent articles in several trade publications point to the same trend. The wine industry is facing...

Let’s Eat: Belong Restaurant & Cafe Sharbot Lake

We recently dined on a Saturday evening with our good friends at Belong Restaurant & Cafe owned by acclaimed Chef Brad Long located in...

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