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Local Food Meets Peterborough Tradition at the Publican House Brew Pub

Vegetarian pizza from the Publican House Brew Pub

The Publican House is something of a torchbearer for Peterborough culture. The craft brewery recently celebrated its tenth year in business, but its name is so familiar many locals will tell you it feels like it’s always been there. With Publican taps and cans popping up at restaurants, stores, and festivals all over the province, that recognition seems to be spreading. It’s fitting the Publican House’s latest initiative, a brew pub serving local food and in-house pints, has taken up residence in a 170-year-old building with its own longstanding reputation on the Peterborough scene.

The Mill Restaurant and Pub Gets Creative with Local Ingredients

A selection of dishes from The Mill Restaurant and Pub

You might guess The Mill Restaurant and Pub’s heritage just by looking at it — its stone foundation and weathered brick walls suggest a bygone era. These days The Mill is dedicated to serving up a varied menu of local food options and craft brews.

Foodies Focus on Bobcaygeon

Closeup of sign reading "lakeview arts barn"

Part of the charm of Bobcaygeon is down to its role as a hub for other nearby, smaller communities, and the memorable distinction of being spread across three islands as well as the mainland.

Experience the Best of Rural Culture at a Fall Fair

People on the mechanical swing ride at a fairground, with ferris wheel in the background

With many fall fairs and events across the entire region, it’s easy to organize a fun weekend outing. Use this featured list on the Kawarthas Northumberland trip planner to discover your favourite event, or scan the list below and see what piques your interest.

Butter Tart Tour

Winter is the perfect time of year to tour local bakeries for sweet treats! With over 50 stops, the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour offers some of the best butter tarts in Ontario.

Fall is Butter Tart Tour Season

Butter tart in a small basket in front of a sign that reads "Happy Fall"

Did you know Kawarthas Northumberland is home to Ontario’s biggest Butter Tart Tour? This is where you can find some of Ontario’s best butter tarts and also enjoy some of Ontario’s most stunning fall foliage.

Where to Eat in Kawarthas Northumberland

Six separate images of food, including pasta dishes, poutine, charcuterie board, and salads

In three days and covering over 450km, I am to share with you where to eat in the Kawarthas Northumberland. This is impossible. I would need three days just to cover the top restaurants in Peterborough.

Eating Local at Port Hope’s Cultivate Festival

Event schedule for the 2018 Cultivate Festival in Port Hope

With an emphasis on local food, Cultivate attracts chefs, bakers, brewers, and all-round foodies from across Kawarthas Northumberland and neighbouring communities.

July Is Lavender Month

Rows of purple lavender at Laveanne, Port Hope

Relax, unwind and let the largest selection of lavender varieties in Canada nurture your senses.