Still a five-star joint and just getting better. This year the butcher's stock was even more…read moreamazing, and not just the meats. Don't tell anyone, but I fell off the veg wagon *hard core* during our stay in Bala this year. I couldn't resist, and I was soooo glad I didn't. This year's meaty samplings included whole, marinated chicken; beef kebabs; pork tenderloin; jumbo tiger shrimp; sea scallops; beef burgers; lamb sliders; and prime beef steaks. The quality of meat here is blow-your-mind amazing, and most of it is cut, filleted, or ground right before your eyes. You can pre-order rarer meats, too, like bison, duck, elk, and rabbit. Also available are a selection of amazingly delicious cheeses including real smoked cheddar and black truffled goat. As well as gourmet crackers, chips, dips, and spreads. Not to mention tidbits like addictive Milford Bay smoked trout, brie wheels, charcuterie, and homemade frozen cookie dough to take back to the cottage. Insane. Staff is wonderfully friendly, a local family who loves what they do -- we visited nearly every day for 9 days, and they always recognized us, chatted with us a few minutes, and thanked us profusely for our business (I think we're putting the youngest through uni). And they're still trolling the lakes on their adorable pontoon boat, delivering your orders or stopping by your dock if you flag them down to let you browse that day's selection. This place has to be, without a doubt, one of the best butcher shops and gourmets on the planet, let alone Bala.

This place is not inexpensive but you get what you pay for. This place is filled with premium…read moremeats, seafoods and cheeses. Premium comes at a price. But this is Muskoka cottage country and why not splurge. I have never bought a bad product here. The lamb, beef and fish has always been very fresh and very good. They have a great selection of frozen items as well. Also a place to get really good cheeses. A small selection but all of them top grade.

The moment you set foot through the door your mouth starts to water. Smoky, salty, savoury smells…read moreenvelop the senses. My family has had a cottage around the corner from Bentink's for 2 generations and we have always bought our meat here. Not only do they have a delicious selection of fresh meats (smoked back bacon, savoury sausages, burger patties, smoked pork chops to die for!) they also have killer pepperoni sticks ($10/ bundle and worth every penny). Call ahead for special orders.

One of my favourite things to do on a Saturday morning when I'm at the cottage is visit the OSFM…read more Located in the heart of Owen Sound's bustling Downtown district, it's the place to be (if you're cool...like me) on a Saturday morning, especially in the Summer. While the market runs year-round, there are less vendors out during the winter season because the actual building they run the market out of is very tiny. The St. Lawrence market puts this place to shame size-wise, but this market has a more intimate feel, which is what buying local is all about, isn't it? In the Summer time, vendors line the entrance way and take up some of the parking lot (which can get quite busy/completely full with cars. Have patience..) which adds even more options for potential dinner(s). Tip: arrive as early as you can before everything runs out! They have: -A little coffee place that also makes breakfast sandwiches and small stuff like that -Organic and non-organic fruits and veggies -Organic meats including sausages (spicy, honey garlic, plain) lamb, beef, poultry, venison, bacon etc -Yummy goods baked by Farmer's wives -this is the real deal! (I recommend the German apple cake from the woman inside towards the back of the building, the tarts that are sold outside are also good too) -All sorts of plants (one guy there sells GIANT lillies) -Beeswax candles -Pottery, sculptures, art work, knick-knacks, etc -Sometimes there's a guy there who sells $20 bottles of olive oil who is a really good sales-pitcher. The oil does taste really good though. When you're finished over here, take a nice stroll downtown and check out some of the bookstores, or sit by the ravine in the shade with a coffee.

Cute farmers market Saturday mornings year around. Free parking in lot right by market or just…read morebehind. Items for sale like fresh produce, meat and poultry. I got some maple syrup and roasted coffee here. Also some artisan stalls for jewellery and art. In terms of things to eat, there is a place to get drip coffee and breakfast sandwiches, a place to get espresso based drinks and a stall selling delicious Syrian food. Items tend to sell out later on during the morning.

Best Beef Tenderloin in the City at half the price you pay at Zehrs, Sobeys, and even CostCo…read more Monday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM https://www.barrietoday.com/directory/butchers-and-meat-shops/rolling-acres-fine-meats-86331

Great service. Super staff. Very accommodating. Will cut your meat the way you like it. Very…read morefriendly atmosphere.

I am a courier. Just so happens I had a delivery to them…read more I am not a person who does things on a whim. But I love mom and pop shops. We chatted. Great people. So I decided to buy wieners and garlic sausage. Cooked up the wieners yesterday .... Family really enjoyed. Will be buying there again. Best regards.

Top quality meat, Poultry and cheese. When you want the best this is the only destination. Pick up…read moresome amazing steaks , cut to your desired thickness.

I was reminded how great a store Sue's butcher shop is when I visited my cousin in England. As I…read morepulled out the "Southampton Meat Market" shopping bag for use in England, my cousin commented that the best smoked pork chops and steak that she ever had came from Sue's. I always feel welcomed and a valued customer by Sue and Kelly when I enter the store. The hormone free local meat has always been exceptional and cut to perfection. The fresh sausages and great variety of cheeses are amazing. When visiting, our friends and family always make a trip to Sue's before heading home. Five stars plus rating goes to my favourite butcher shop. Sue H. Port Elgin/Brantford.

I have been looking for a place in Barrie to have a quick meal. I am limited by some food issues,…read moreand sometimes time is at a premium. "Goodness Me" is a health food store with extras available, including fresh baked goods, and a service counter and salad bar. They provide several fresh dishes on a salad bar, and a counter where they have about 10-12 hot dishes that you can choose from. The food is fast, and the staff is helpful and friendly. The pricing is good. My experience has been that it is best to go earlier in the day when the food is fresh. Like any other buffet type "restaurant" the food tends to get pretty thick if it has been sitting around for a while. There are lots of good options for people looking for gluten free options, but the potential for cross contamination is there if you are very sensitive.l to gluten. They also had 3 fresh soups available and regularly have chilli. The pricing is much better to offerings such as Nature's emporium. I found the price to be at least 25% less. They also have a pretty hefty discount at the end of the day on food if you are so inclined. I did it once, the price was fantastic, but the butter fish was like glue. ;) Overall, a good place to have a healthy and quick easy bite.

An excellent organic grocery, especially if you're on your way North to camp or cottage. Breaks up…read morethe drive, just off the highway, good place for a meal. Pricey, quality products from local farmers and artisans. And they have ice for your cooler! Near the cash registers.