We had such a lovely afternoon at Willow Springs Winery enjoying their summer picnic experience…read more The entire setup was beautifully prepared -- from the picnic basket and blanket to the charcuterie board, wine, handcrafted wine jellies, and icewine cookies. The location is absolutely beautiful, especially the picnic area by the water. It felt peaceful, relaxing, and like a little escape without needing to travel far. It was the perfect mix of a romantic date experience while still being a place where families can enjoy the outdoors together. What I appreciated most was how thoughtful every detail was. Everything was ready when we arrived, so we could simply slow down, enjoy the scenery, and spend quality time together. A beautiful Ontario summer experience that I would definitely recommend for a date, celebration, or a relaxing day trip. We can't wait to come back!

We went to do wine tasting here and everything is amazing. From the in house sommelier explaining…read moreall the kinds of wine, to the charcuterie board that looks divine and lastly the ambience of this place takes my breath away.

On a cold but wonderfully sunny afternoon, we chose to arrange a wine tour at Magnotta Winery. We…read morewere fortunate enough to be led by the amazingly kind and incredibly knowledgeable Michael Ber, Assistant Manager of Retail and Events. The tour was fantastic for SO many reasons... Upon our arrival we were led to the beautiful and bright Awards room, housing the endless awards won by Magnotta for wine and spirits at events all over the continent and beyond. Michael asked questions to narrow down our likes and dislikes, the preliminary to our wine tasting. More about that later :) Our first stop was an information-filled walk-through of the machinery area where the wines are produced and bottled. From there we continued into the basement's Barrel Room where hundreds and hundreds of barrels of wine are stored. Old winemaking machinery added perfectly to the decor, creating an almost museum-like element. The decor all throughout the winery is old-world Italian style which created an authentic, peaceful mood from one space to the next. Once the tour was over, we were invited back into the Awards Room for the fun part... the wine tasting portion of the tour. It was then that each of us was given our personally curated flights consisting of 3 wines to try, each specific to our indicated preferences. We also opted for the complementing charcuterie board and focaccia bread (at a low additional cost) that truly brought out some of the more complex flavors of the wines being sampled. I would recommend this winery and wine tour for anyone who wants to fine tune their wine preferences and flavor profiles. We were never rushed, all questions were answered, and we left far more educated about the world of wine than we ever could have expected! It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and a great reason to indulge in some fantastic wine... not like anyone needs a reason for that!!! Pros: - Location (easy-to find industrial area near major highways) + free parking - Staff (professional & friendly) - Ambiance/Decor - Selection of wines - Taste of wines & food - Prices (of wines, tour & food) Cons: - None

I never knew this Winery was close to home! Lucky enough to do a small tour via a meetup group, we…read moregot to see the distillery, the barrels (I swear that room looks like some Freemason secret society room!) and have some wine tastings with chocolate. We even tried one if their Vidal Ice Wines - oh my - how absolutely delicious! The staff are all friendly and can direct you to some great wines if you ask. They do not sell at the LCBO so the prices are about 40% cheaper than if they did. They have a great variety, including some beers (they have a brewery on deck). Definitely be back as I saw quite a few interesting wines. They even have their own vodka and brandy.

Foods are just so so. Got the pistachio gelatto dessert but it tastes just like regular ice cream…read morewith a subtle hint of pistachio. Wine is alright, but not good for someone who likes more sweeter wine

We had a beautiful time at this winery in Stouffville!…read more Such a random location but a real gem. The winery grounds are beautiful, there's an amazing patio wrapped around the building with stunning views of the winery. You truly feel like you're in wine country or even in the Italian countryside when you're here. We wanted to do a tasting and we were told to go find a seat outside and someone would be assisting us. We noticed that there was a separate area for people who pre-reserved lunch. I think it's a pre-set menu and it's catered by the McEwan company. The food coming out looked really tasty! We asked if they had a food menu as we were looking for a charcuterie board or something to snack on while tasting the wine, however they do not have a food menu unless you reserve in advance. Although this was a bit of a bummer, the server told us she would bring us some snacks for the wine tasting. As the lunch seating was taking place, the servers were quite busy however our server apologized for the wait and was really nice. We each had the 4 wine tasting flights and were able to choose 4 wines from their extensive list. I tried their sparkling wine, rose, a red and a white and they were pleasant but not the most amazing wines I've ever had. I liked the flavour profile of the rose and the sparkling was really light and crisp. The white and red were just OK for me. The server was knowledgeable and helped to offer suggestions based on my preferences. As promised, she also brought us some bowls with chips, nuts and dried fruit, and tarali. These were great for munching on as well as palate cleansers between the wines. I particularly enjoyed the ambiance of this winery. On a beautiful breezy summer day, it was absolute heaven sitting out on the patio and sampling some tasty wines. I would love to come for a meal one day however they only serve lunch at this time. We even had the owner come over and chat with us for a while to make sure we were enjoying our time. The wines in the retail portion of the winery are super reasonable, I don't think any wines were over $20. This is a nice way to support local business without breaking the bank. Overall this is a wonderful way to spend an hour or so. The flight of wine was only $10 and the wines are also inexpensive to purchase so this makes for an affordable afternoon out. I loved the views and European feel of the winery; it truly made me feel like I was far away without having to step on a plane!

The Speakcheasy is one of my favourite spots for a date night or a night with friends. The space is…read moreso cozy and their events are always so well done! I have been to Mother's Day tea, scotch tasting, a murder mystery, wine and cheese pairings, a New Years Cheese tasting, a Halloween themed event and others. Be sure to keep your eye on their monthly events, they sell out quickly!

Oh. My. Goodness. I am RAVING about this place. I went on a mother daughter date with my mum…read more We got the French Onion Soup, and the Classic Fondue. It was the perfect amount of food and it was incredible. I would also recommend the Speak Mimosa I would recommend making a reservation after 7pm, just to be safe. The waitress was friendly, checked in, but didn't linger. I've been to the Melting Pot before - and it does NOT compare. It was priced as expected - it's not a fast food restaurant and it's worth every dollar. (Two soups, the classic fondue, two drinks and tips was just shy of $100). I've attached a poorly taken photo - we were too excited to eat it to get a picture in time.

We were here for the Richmond Hill doors open 2026. They offered us a tour in the field and shared…read morethe Mead making process. The most amazing part was seeing the bees closely. And the staff also explained how the bees work/Queen's tasks, and so on. We had a chance to touch the bees with our hands, but I was a bit scared to touch them. The staff also showed us the Queen Bee that they marked a sign Bright Blue on the back. We moved to another house for the mead process. This was the first time that I known of honey wine. It's almost the same as the wine produced process, just this time was coming from Honey. Before we stepped out, there is a gift shop that we could purchase some honey products.

Cozy mead tasting on a rainy afternoon…read more Atmosphere: There was a small bar/farm store you enter at the front with some picnic tables outside. As it had rained all afternoon, we opted to sit at the bar for the mead tasting, which was cozy and seated 4 at the bar and another 2 at a smaller round table close to the entrance. The store had a variety of honey and beeswax products, mead, and even cheesecakes that were frozen. Experience: This was our first mead tasting and we were provided recommendations to try from their menu. We circled the choices we wanted to try and then they were quickly poured and carefully labelled and numbered for us to identify. The variety was quite good, with some tasting more fruity and others with a stronger honey taste. Service: The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable, and were good at communicating with each other (as one was taking over for another and had to ensure people were paid up). Lovely mead tasting and would revisit for the live music performances on Sundays!

* I would not book another event at Andrews' farm, very difficult to deal with the event planner…read moreand farm store manager * Many other farms in the area with much nicer facilities and staff

Great location and fun. Let's you bring dogs…read more Don't eat the food though. It's nice that they have kids running it but my burger and sausage were burnt and dry. Burger was also heavily freezer burned. Unservable.

I saw a flyer promotion that one of the dessert wines at Magnotta was on sale so I decided to go…read moreover and Give it a try. I only drink sweet wines, so I was happy to hear that the sugar content on this wine was very high. when I got there multiple associates were willing to help me, and one took me around the store and showed me all of the sweet wine options. I settled on three different wines, and will be giving them a try today. Once I try them I will review how they taste. But great selection and excellent customer service.

Magnotta is a great place to pick up a large box of wine for a party or get-together. They also…read moresell wine in smaller formats (like, by the bottle) and you can sample the wines which interest you. The helpful staff is knowlegable about the wines, and will help direct you to the flavour profile that you would enjoy. They have many diverse wines and ciders, and cater to pretty much any preference. It is a fun place to visit if you are into wine, and the tasting bar is quite elegant. Highly recommended for wine lovers or anyone looking to buy wine for a large occasion.

Georgian Hills Winery has started a Friday night Dinner Series!…read moreWe joined them to celebrate my birthday on the Friday launch. The wine and service here are always over the top, and the dinner menu DID NOT disappoint. Our table ordered everything on the menu (6 - 8 items) for 'sharing' and absolutely everything was delicious! And the atmosphere was incredible. Outside, gentle breeze, warm but not hot, quiet and peaceful. A birthday dinner turned into a fantastic and memorable evening!

Had a great time walking into a tasting event. Plenty of delicious cheese paired with a variety of…read moretheir whites, reds, sparkling, and even icewine. The staff were all very welcoming. The L'Acadie (good amount of sweetness, pairs well with spicy food) and their 2019 Chardonnay were my favourites. There's a cozy outdoor space that has firepits and tables with a small food menu. We already had plenty of cheese and had dinner later, so we only tried their soup. Hot soup is extra tasty when you're outside in the cooler weather!

I love visiting Holland Marsh. I have never been disappointed every time I've come. Service is…read moreprofessional, prompt and informative. All the tasting tours I've been on have been lead by friendly staff who really appreciate their work. I recommend this winery to all my friends and family wishing for a nice place to hangout, drink wine at the tasting bar and even snack on their boards! It's such a beautiful, spacious area.

We got a groupon for a winery tour. The tour was great and informative although a bit short. We got…read moreto try a wide selection of wines and purchased a cheese board to go with the wines. The cheese board was phenomenal. If you get tickets on groupon it's very worth it.

Lots to choose from with wine or cider.Friendly staff served me the Blueberry cider is was very…read moretasty and refreshing .The day we were there they had music going on , it was a nice relaxing atmosphere. They offer strawberry, mulberry , pumpkin and corn picking.Its a nice way to spend the afternoon.

I had an amazing experience at the Applewood Farm Winery…read more The owners are so sweet and the patio is beautiful. They have a strawberry farm and corn field. Also very cute ducks! They only have small snack such as chips, Brie cheese board and crackers. Flights start at $10 Draft Blueberry and strawberry cider. Highly recommend stopping by