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Oshawa Fiesta Week is back for another seven summer days of incredible eats and dazzling entertainment! The Oshawa Folk Arts Council has organized this event for more than 50 years, and they know how to throw a party.

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Whether you’re planning a weekend away with friends or scheduling your travel plans with the family, Durham Region has plenty of unique accommodations and campgrounds for you to enjoy a little vacation close to home. Explore scenic hiking trails, soak up the sun by the waterfront, and share a laugh or two around the campfire. No matter how you plan to staycation, you’re bound to leave with lasting memories at these overnight experiences in Durham Region.

Where is the Trail Capital of Canada? Where is the house from the movie Billy Madison? What region of the GTA is expected to reach a population of 1.3 million by 2051?

If you can answer these questions, it means that two facts are true.

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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.

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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.

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As the holiday season approaches, we begin to think about hosting, entertaining, and gift giving. With that in mind, Chef Alex Page has created a recipe that checks all of those boxes! This Apple and Chilli Chutney uses cherry spiked hard cider from Banjo Cider, and brings some heat from Hurt Berry Farm’s Persian Lime Hot Sauce.

Durham Region is home to an abundance of indoor attractions to keep you entertained no matter the weather. If you're looking to enjoy some quality time indoors with family, spend a night out with friends, or planning ahead for when the kiddos are out of school, there are plenty of great local attractions to enjoy right here in Durham Region. Save this list for when you want to get out of the house, but not outside.

Feature photo: Surf Kitchen and Bar, Whitby

Need a night out that’s next level? Whether you’re catching up with the girls, going for after-work appetizers or planning date night, there are lots of picture-perfect Durham Region hot spots—with the right vibe—for your next night out. Featuring crafty cocktails, drool-worthy appetizers, dancing and live music, you’ll have plenty of photo opportunities to capture the best night ever.

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Consider this blog post a to-do list. We’re sharing our must-try sandwiches in Durham Region, and recommend that you bookmark this page to make your way through Durham’s best sandwiches.

They say that every great partnership is made up of a person who removes the pickle from their plate in disgust and a person who is excited to have an extra pickle with their meal. We say that a great partner is someone who will join you in hitting up all of the establishments across Durham Region that make or sell pickles and pickle flavoured foods. Whether you’re looking for a great spot for your next date night or want to take a day trip just outside of Toronto to hit as many pickle spots as possible, our list is full of inspiration.