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The Largest Tulip Festival In The GTA Is Coming To This Farm Near Toronto

Get ready to bloom with excitement! With more than half a million tulips, plenty of photo-ops, and lots of tasty food and drinks to enjoy, you do not want to miss out on the newest pick-your-own event in Durham Region—Tulip Days!

Join Pingle’s Farm Marketfor a vibrant celebration of spring at the largest tulip experience in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)! Wander through the tulip fields for a breathtaking pick-your-own experience featuring 30 different varieties and more than half a million planted bulbs.

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Where To Pick The Perfect Blooms In Durham Region This Spring

Photo: Century Home and Garden Greenhouses by Rachel Callan Photography

Spring has officially sprung, and after a long winter there's nothing more exciting than sunshine, spring blooms, and long warmer days! Here's just some of our favourite flower farms, florists and markets in Durham Region to get you ready for the season. We hope thistle encourage you to #ShopInDurham for all your flower needs.

Garden Centres

Left: Sheridan Nurseries by mandy_sparkleshinylove | Right: Vandermeer Nursery

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Page’s Platefuls: Maple Parsnip Orzotto With Gremolata Recipe

It’s maple syrup season—perhaps the sweetest season of all! And with fresh local maple syrup in season, comes a lot of tasty treats. In this recipe, Chef Alex Page goes beyond the conventional ways of incorporating maple syrup into our dishes: in salad dressings, desserts, or for a glaze on salmon or pork. Instead, try something new using Ontario produce. Something that we still have available at this time of the year is, parsnips! But you may be wondering, what do I do with parsnips and maple...

The Ultimate Guide To All Things Skiing & Snowboarding In Durham Region

When it comes to winter sports and outdoor fun, Durham Region boasts some of Ontario’s best skiing and snowboarding destinations. With three amazing ski resorts that each offer something unique, there’s no shortage of unforgettable experiences. Whether you're perfecting your turns, catching air in the terrain parks, or tubing down the hills, there’s a winter experience waiting for all levels of skiers and snowboarders—from seasoned skiers to families looking for a day of adventure. So bundle up...

Maple Syrup Festivals And Events In Durham Region

Each year, as winter winds down, the longer days and rising temperatures welcome to start of the maple syrup harvest! Events kick off in March and run through May—giving families and friends ample time to get a sweet taste of the maple season, and a chance to enjoy fresh, local maple syrup, pancake breakfasts, and syrup demonstrations. To help you make the most of maple season in Durham Region, check out our list of upcoming festivals and events in 2025!

Pefferlaw Creek Farms Maple Syrup...