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Page’s Platefuls: Corn Risotto with Sunflower Seed Pesto

One of the first ingredients Chef Alex Page reaches for in the harvest season is corn—and one of his favourite places to shop fresh local produce is at Tindall Farm Market. Bursting with sweet flavour, it’s delicious grilled or boiled, and I especially love to use it in risotto! Creamy, sweet and full of corn flavour, this risotto benefits from a drizzle of freshly made sunflower seed pesto for an extra pop of flavour. This dish works well as a starter to any of your fall harvest meals, and...

Brock Township Is Full Of Natural Beauty And Small Town Charm

Written by Erin Horrocks-Pope

After a humid summer in the city, I decided to take a break and head north for a day trip. I packed up my car and drove about an hour north to Beaverton—a charming town on the eastern shore of Lake Simcoe.

From there, my day was filled with exploring the small towns of Brock Township in Durham Region—visiting boutique shops and cafes, chatting with friendly locals, and soaking in the area's natural beauty, especially at the Beaver River Wetlands Conservation Area.

Here's how...

Page's Platefuls: Blueberry Citrus Gin Fizz

There’s nothing more refreshing on a hot summer day than a delicious cocktail or mocktail made with locally sourced ingredients. With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to visit some of the amazing local growers and producers in Durham Region! Chef Alex Page recently went for a little day trip to gather ingredients for a refreshing new beverage.

First stop, Wilmot Orchards, included pick your own blueberries and a stop by their amazing little store with treats and blueberry products....

10 Ways To Have A Brat Summer In Durham Region

Brat summer has taken over the internet and businesses across Durham Region have embraced this viral trend. This aesthetic, inspired by Charli XCX’s latest album, is made up of Y2K fashion and a carefree attitude. Summer is the perfect season to let loose and have some fun. Even if lime green (...or is it chartreuse?) isn’t your colour, there are lots of ways to be brat. 

Pick Up Some New Tunes

Shop the stacks at Kops Records to find the perfect summer soundtrack. They have all the favourite pop girlies and can help you...

Explore This Charming Small Town And Discover The Legacy Of Lucy Maud Montgomery

Photos supplied by Erin Horrocks-Pope

By: Erin Horrocks-Pope

As a writer and mother inspired by Lucy Maud Montgomery—who is best known for her novel “Anne of Green Gables ”—my visit to Leaskdale, Ontario, was a deeply personal journey. Leaskdale, a small village 10 minutes outside Uxbridge, holds a significant place in Montgomery's life and work. Montgomery wrote half of her 22 books in Leaskdale.

Upon arriving, I was struck by how much of the village remains as it would have been during...