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Eight Most Insta-Worthy Restaurants in Durham Region

Left: Chúuk | Right: Bistro '67

There’s nothing quite like getting dressed in your best and enjoying a meal in an inspiring environment.

We’ve curated a list of eight Instagrammable restaurants in Durham for you to explore. Grab a friend, or two or ten, and make wonderful new memories at ‘gram worthy spots throughout Durham Region.

Angelique's Family Restaurant

31 Barr Road, Ajax

Angeliques Family Restaurant is famous for its homestyle food and large portions which is also why they may be famous for...

Where to Find the Best Apple Fritters in Durham Region

By: Shaun Bernstein, The Write Stuff Agency

Imagine going on a mission around Durham Region—on a quest to save fall by trying as many apple fritters as you can!

Okay, maybe not that dramatic. Fall wasn’t really at risk.

The mission, though, was crucial—Durham has incredible apple orchards all throughout the region, and with great apples comes great apple fritters. There are bakeries all throughout the area, from Uxbridge to Ajax, and Port Perry to Bowmanville—each of which pride themselves in...

Apple Picking Adventures in Durham Region

By: Shaun Bernstein, The Write Stuff Agency

Move over, pumpkin spice—we’re officially entering apple season.

From a hot cup of apple cider to a warm piece of apple pie (with ice cream of course!), or even just that first juicy bite—Ontario apples have their time to shine each fall.

Of course, you could grab your apples from a grocery store or produce market, but there’s nothing quite like going out and picking your own. Not only does apple picking mean you’re getting the freshest product possible,...

A Gamers Guide to Durham Region

8-Bit Beans, Whitby

Gamers unite! Durham Region has a growing gaming scene for your next night out. From trivia nights to gaming cafés, and arcades to escape rooms, there are endless opportunities in Durham Region to get your game on. Explore this list of game night hot spots to plan your next adventure in real life!

If you’re looking to add some extra adventure to your game day, check out Durham Region’s Apple Adventure. From farm fresh orchards, to tap rooms and local bakeshops, Durham Region...

Planning the perfect golf weekend in Durham Region!

By Christopher Mitchell, Traveling Mitch | Photo: Bunker Hill Golf Club, Pickering

As a travel writer, I first began to be interested and captivated by Durham Region from a culinary perspective. I visited places like Bistro ‘67, Urban Pantry, and a handful of local breweries to get a better sense of just how terrific (and entrepreneurial) the food and beverage scene was in this region. 

I began to realize, however, that Durham Region also shined in another department - golf! And that sent me on a...