Eat Local

Food is more than what you eat. Local food is part of the sense of a place and is influenced by the soil, climate and the farmer who grew it. As a community founded on agriculture, our heritage in food production runs deep. Explore ways to reconnect with the food and where it is grown.

Out of the ordinary

Grand River Dinner Cruises

Take a relaxing dinner cruise down the Historic Grand River and appreciate the beautiful river scenery. Grand River Dinner Cruises offers lunch or dinner excursions for individuals or groups. Sunsets are especially lovely and the promenade deck that surrounds the dining area allows everyone to stroll the deck or sit in the cabin and enjoy the views.

10 local hotspots to try

1. Twisted Lemon Restaurant
2. Fisherville Hotel & Tavern
3. Debb’s Cuisine on Queen
4. The Argyle St. Grill
5. Plank Road Taps and Grill
6. Cafecito House
7. Passmore's Diner
8. Big Pete's Steakhouse
9. The Carolinian Café & Eatery
10.The Wright Spot Cuisine

Explore great local food

A women in a white jacket instructs people how to cook in front of a stove

Cooking Experiences

iced coffee with wrap on a plate beside it

Cafés

Couple having a picnic in front of Ruthven National Historic Site

Picnic Experiences

Patio Dining

The latest in local food and drink

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