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Page’s Platefuls: Crispy Gnocchi with Sunflower Seed Pesto Recipe

Sunflower season has officially bloomed in Durham Region! This summer, wander through the sunflower fields, pick-your-own bouquet, and shop the farm store products at The Sunflower Farm in Beaverton. Not only will you have the ultimate summer day, but you can bring a little piece of the farm home with you! Using sunflower seeds and other local ingredients, Chef Alex Page has created a delicious crispy gnocchi for you to try at home, and wow your family and friends!

Crispy Gnocchi with Sunflower Seed...

5 Must-Visit Fall Fairs In Durham Region

Left: lauren__spry | Right: ux_drone

There’s no better time to experience Ontario’s rural life than at an annual fall fair. As summer turns to fall, Durham Region’s northern communities celebrate with the sweet smells of carnival food, gasp-worthy demo derbies, midway games and rides, and agricultural displays and activities. Check out this list of must-visit events just a short drive from downtown Toronto.

Port Perry Fair

Dates: August 30 to September 1 | Location: Port Perry Fairgrounds

Experience the...

Page’s Platefuls: Summer Fattoush with Pistachio Mint Dressing Recipe

Whether you’re gathering for a meal, setting up for a backyard lunch, or looking for new meal ideas to try, you can’t go wrong with this refreshing Summer Fattoush with Pistachio Mint Dressing by Chef Alex Page. Mix things up a little with a fresh salad using local produce from The Barrett Centre—the perfect summer meal to enjoy solo or wow your family and friends.

Summer Fattoush with Pistachio Mint Dressing Recipe Ingredients (serves four):

• ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon
• 1...

Top 10 Things Near Toronto To Add To Your Summer Bucket List

Left: Parkwood Estate by mandy_sparkleshinylove | Right: The Sunflower Farm

There’s so much to do just outside the city in Durham Region that it would be nearly impossible to fit it all into one list—truly, we could go on, and on, and on. To make it easier, we chose 10 of our favourite must-try experiences to enjoy in Durham this sunny season.

Sip on local brews by the waterfront

A pup-friendly patio with cold pints and wood-fired pizza? Does it get better than this? Enjoy a Pump House IPA and brewtiful views of the Whitby...

Best Destinations For Flower Farm Experiences Near Toronto

Left: Gray Silo Lavender Farm, Port Perry | Right: The Sunflower Farm, Beaverton

Wander through fields of farm fresh flowers at one of these beautiful flower farm experiences in Durham Region! Just a short drive from downtown Toronto, you can spend the day lounging in lavender fields, strolling through sunflowers, or picking a bouquet of wildflowers in Durham Region. Our beautiful flower farms offer a day of enchantment with options like pick-your-own flowers, picnics, afternoon tea, yoga, and...