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These stories about local food, restaurants and people behind the culinary scene in our area are made possible through the continued support of Trans Canada Wood Products as part of our Community Leaders Program.

'Perfect fit': Gourmet donut destination takes flight in Barrie

'Perfect fit': Gourmet donut destination takes flight in Barrie

'We want to provide our customers with a start-to-finish experience that a small local donut shop provides,' says Maverick’s Donuts Barrie South owner
'Foodie at heart': Brunch is blooming at new Barrie bistro

'Foodie at heart': Brunch is blooming at new Barrie bistro

'I wanted to both elevate and make these staple breakfast dishes accessible to all. Food that’s good for you doesn’t have to be bland,' says founder
France meets Italy at Chavo Crepes in downtown Barrie

France meets Italy at Chavo Crepes in downtown Barrie

Signature crepes such as Monte Cristo grilled ham, turkey, bacon and avocado, and homemade sausage among customer favourites, says owner
'Hidden gem': Georgian grad cooks his way to Hockley Valley

'Hidden gem': Georgian grad cooks his way to Hockley Valley

'More than my personal touch, it’s about the team, the family I work with. We all create this together and that makes it even more personal for me,' says executive chef Iniyan Vijay
New Five Points restaurant offers shawarma, fresh coffee

New Five Points restaurant offers shawarma, fresh coffee

'If the customer feedback is positive, this will even boost my passion,' says owner, who moved to Canada from India in 2011 and to Barrie in 2019
Beertown welcoming ‘flexitarian’ couples for Valentine’s

Beertown welcoming ‘flexitarian’ couples for Valentine’s

With an extensive craft beer list, CEO says Beertown is also constantly perfecting its diverse lineup of beverage options
Happy Mango: Where Caribbean cuisine meets local

Happy Mango: Where Caribbean cuisine meets local

'Happy Mango had to evolve over the years to provide a service and product that was missing in Barrie,' says owner
Wine lovers can pop into Uncorked for 'modern, cozy vibes'

Wine lovers can pop into Uncorked for 'modern, cozy vibes'

Chad and Curtis Johnston, who've owned Winescape downstairs on Commerce Park Drive for almost seven years, opened Uncorked in 2020
Health-conscious mom starts organic baby food business in Barrie

Health-conscious mom starts organic baby food business in Barrie

'Riley's Kitchen is filling a (need) ...People are looking for more whole-food products with simple ingredients to feed their families,' said business owner/mom
Food experience takes off at Lake Simcoe Regional Airport

Food experience takes off at Lake Simcoe Regional Airport

'We have a beautiful outdoor patio with the best view of the sunset in the summer months,' Stella Gan says of Off Eleven Pizza + Eats