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Durham Date Ideas: When You Don’t Want To Spend A Lot Of Money This Summer
Posted on Friday, June 28, 2024 08:00 AM
Left: mikaeelka | Right: shehryarsh.photo
As the days grow longer, so do our summer bucket lists. With summer on the horizon and the weather heating up, it’s time to ditch the couch and get outside to explore Durham Region. To help you make the most of this beautiful weather, we’ve created this list of must-try experiences—with your wallets in mind—so that you can enjoy the best of what the season has to offer, without having to break the bank.
Attend A Free ConcertThere’s nothing quite like live music. Spend a...
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Page’s Platefuls: Charred Chili and Strawberry Salsa
Posted on Tuesday, June 25, 2024 08:00 AM
Nothing screams summer in Ontario more than freshly picked strawberries! And it should come as no surprise that they can be found in Chef Alex Page’s recipes and on his table every single day they are in season. While most people think sweet treats and desserts, Chef highly recommends using them in savoury dishes too. Think spiced chutneys bursting with the flavour and sweetness of strawberries; pickled (yes pickled!); tossed into salads with tangy local goat cheese; or, better yet—a smoky,...
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Must-Try Restaurants In Durham Region For Local Food Lovers
Posted on Friday, May 31, 2024 09:24 AM
Left to right: Harvest Bowl at Nest at Trail Hub | Bison Burger at Slabtown Cider
Durham is home to some of the best farmland in Ontario and has hundreds of producers who supply kitchens across the region with incredible produce, meat, and other products like maple syrup and cider.
Feast On® is a certification program that recognizes restaurants and suppliers who have demonstrated their commitment to using local ingredients on their menus and in their offerings. Managed by the Culinary Tourism Alliance, the...
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Page's Platefuls: Spicy Beer Braised Brisket Sandwich
Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 11:30 AM
The month of June finally brings long warm days, farmer’s markets bursting with fresh local produce, a return to the grill, and—of course—a day to celebrate all of the dads out there! This month Chef Alex Page has featured two of his all-time favourite places to shop here at home in Durham Region—Trading Post Quality Foods and Town Brewery.
When thinking about the ultimate Father’s Day recipe, a dish featuring smoked meat and cold beer came to mind: the Spicy Beer Braised Brisket Sandwich.
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Celebrate Recreation And Parks Month With These Picture-Perfect Picnics In Durham Region
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 01:36 PM
Left to right: Palmer Park by @thisisafeefa | Jr's Sourdough Pizza by @kenncourt
June is Recreation and Parks Month, and there is no better way to experience Durham’s parks than grabbing some delicious food and dining al fresco.
From catching the sunset at tranquil lakeside beaches to playgrounds that have kids asking for five more minutes of playtime, this list covers all of Durham Region.
Authentic Jamaican Patties And A Park You Can Make A Splash InPhoto: Patty Gyal, Ajax | Credit: Culinary Tourism...
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