Tag Archives: Ontario

The Daily Press: Where Dutton’s Stories Brew Anew

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Marsha Idella

A new kind of “press” is bringing connection back to Dutton. The Daily Press Café, opened by Eva and Henry Dryfout, blends the town’s newspaper roots with warm coffee, homemade baking, and genuine community spirit. With its grand opening on Saturday the 13th, this cozy new gathering place is already becoming where stories — and neighbours — come together. The Daily Press Café is in new cafe in Dutton. Continue reading →

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A Once-in-a-Lifetime Solo Feast at Papi’s Steakhouse at 100 Kellogg, London

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Marsha Idella

Some of my best meals are savoured slowly, mindfully, bite by bite, in my own company. I treated myself to a two-hour, four-course solo dinner at Papi’s, inside 100 Kellogg in London. It wasn’t just a meal. It was a … Continue reading →

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Shirley’s restaurant at Prim Peony felt like a faraway vacation

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Marsha Idella

It was just minutes from home, but it felt like stepping into another world. Adam and I went to Shirley’s restaurant on Highway 3 and Dunborough (part of prim peony) for a six-course farm to table dinner — our first … Continue reading →

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Plaza Sushi keeps it interesting

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Marsha Idella

I ate an entire crab at Plaza Sushi in St. Thomas and I would do it again. I loved it!

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Arancini at Riva in Port Stanley

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Marsha Idella

It’s like a gastronomical circuit at Riva: I love the arancini, the whipped riccota and warmed olives sooooo much. Thanks to my mom for adding the seafood pizza to my foodie circuit. Also thanks to my personal server, Todd!

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Pardoville’s food heaven! 

Posted on September 20, 2016 by Marsha Idella

Plan a road trip to food heaven, aka Pardo Villa Acres Farm Market & Bakery in Pardoville (outside Blenheim)! They are family owned and have an admirable selection of produce, homemade from scratch baking, local preserves & cheeses as well as … Continue reading →

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Canada’s most southern bakery’s the heart of Pelee Island

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Marsha Idella

Pelee Island has got a lot of heart thanks to Conorlee’s. Well thanks to Rickolte’s healthy, fresh and tasty food with a lot of love and passion incorporated. Also the outdoor decor is fabulous: a tree-lined seating area with beautiful, … Continue reading →

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St. Thomas’ got Country Charm 

Posted on July 17, 2015 by Marsha Idella

You know those restaurants that are so bright, cosy, welcoming, warming and make you feel like you’re coming home? Well welcome to Country Charm Cafe in St. Thomas. Ray’s been the chef and owner for 15 years and you’ll understand … Continue reading →

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Take a bite, in Dutton 

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Marsha Idella

Jeff built his wife, Amal, a food truck and now I know I love mac and cheese balls… amongst many of their other great items.   Take a bite, food truck,

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The Milkshake factory promises milkshake heaven!

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Marsha Idella

If you love milkshakes, then drop everything and go to Dunnville, Ontario (also in Penetanguishene) and visit The Milkshake Factory! Customizing your milkshake is a wicked fun process here because they have 12 ice cream flavours and 40 mix-in options … Continue reading →

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