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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.

Lazy Tulip blossoms with new location at MacLaren Art Centre

Lazy Tulip blossoms with new location at MacLaren Art Centre

'I missed the personal connection with my customers and giving them a dine-in experience. And they have found me,' says owner Michelle Huggins
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Jake's Bakes feeds Barrie area's appetite for pastries

Jake's Bakes feeds Barrie area's appetite for pastries

Barrie native Jake Johnson launched his business during lockdown, but now hopes to open bricks-and-mortar location sometime in 2023
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Get the scoop: 'Instagram-worthy' dessert shop opens in Barrie

Get the scoop: 'Instagram-worthy' dessert shop opens in Barrie

'People eat with their eyes first and then their mouth, and this totally applies to D Spot,' says owner of south-end Barrie restaurant
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Wheeled Brew Bottle Shop 'captures unique experience'

Wheeled Brew Bottle Shop 'captures unique experience'

Focusing on all-Ontario craft experience, the Wheeled Brew Bottle Shop on Clapperton Street in downtown Barrie has plenty of beers on tap
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Mexhico's fully vegan menu 'really set us aside from the rest'

Mexhico's fully vegan menu 'really set us aside from the rest'

'Our recipes explore flavours that we grew up with, and those bring us back to our homeland at every bite,' says co-owner of downtown Barrie restaurant
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New downtown eatery marries sweet, savoury combinations

New downtown eatery marries sweet, savoury combinations

'We are now in Barrie to offer a relaxed upper-scale funnel cake and waffle cafe with both dine-in and takeout options,' says Bird’s Nest Barrie co-owner
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Lasagna Barrie comes with genuine Italian singing

Lasagna Barrie comes with genuine Italian singing

'Lasagna is the quintessential dish when we think of family and Sunday lunch when we reunite after a long work week,' says Francesco Celestino
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Hakka Town fuses Chinese, Indian cuisine at Bayfield Mall

Hakka Town fuses Chinese, Indian cuisine at Bayfield Mall

'There is an increasing Indian population in Barrie and, of course, our food connects with them, their culture and tastes,' says chef-owner
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Mooshfood bridges local gap to Afro-Caribbean food experience

Mooshfood bridges local gap to Afro-Caribbean food experience

Mooshfood Supermarket about more than just the taste of home, says owner, as it also helps expats moving to Barrie by providing them with tips on jobs, homes and business opportunities
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Barrie's newest specialty bakery rises up in south end

Barrie's newest specialty bakery rises up in south end

'Our location is wide, bright and the smell of fresh baked goods welcomes everyone,' says local COBS Bread owner
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