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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.

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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CW Coops finds new perch in downtown Barrie

CW Coops finds new perch in downtown Barrie

'We have always thought about expanding to Barrie. We just kept looking for the perfect spot and finally found it,' owner says of Mulcaster Street location
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Long-awaited Mexican restaurant finally opens near waterfront

Long-awaited Mexican restaurant finally opens near waterfront

After drawn-out relocation process, delayed by COVID and permitting issues, Mexican House will host an official opening Saturday
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Makeover at Bohemia gives downtown restaurant 'a different vibe'

Makeover at Bohemia gives downtown restaurant 'a different vibe'

'I love what we’re doing right now. It’s way more imaginative and it seems to be what people want,' says owner Jill Dyck
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Fresh meat farmer finds gratification in feeding families

Fresh meat farmer finds gratification in feeding families

'Local food has historically been the less costly food, so it's ironic that it's come full circle this past year,' says Lisa Peterson from Stone Horse Farms
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Rich in flavour, Persian Market rolls out welcome mat

Rich in flavour, Persian Market rolls out welcome mat

'The goods we offer are not found in other stores in Barrie. If I had to pick, I would say nuts and sweets are sold the most, along with the hot takeout food,' says owner
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Cooking up joy: Instructor finds satisfaction in bringing people 'a little bit of happiness'

Cooking up joy: Instructor finds satisfaction in bringing people 'a little bit of happiness'

'When you’re eating a pastry, you’re not sad. It makes people happy. You’re giving someone something to look forward to at the end of their meal,' says Georgian College instructor
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Barrie Hill Farms welcomes visitors to go picking, stay longer in 2022

Barrie Hill Farms welcomes visitors to go picking, stay longer in 2022

Barrie Hill Farms owner Morris Gervais eager to see return of regular events at the Springwater Township operation this year
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Rim Thanon brings Thai street-food flavour to Barrie (6 photos)

Rim Thanon brings Thai street-food flavour to Barrie (6 photos)

'We want to emulate the feeling of satisfaction of having Thai food at the side of the streets of Bangkok,' says restaurant owner
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Half-baked and uncut: Jimmy Chews pizza joint hangs hat on freshness

Half-baked and uncut: Jimmy Chews pizza joint hangs hat on freshness

'It stands out from the rest and you can really taste it. We don’t do fancy boxes or advertising. We put that money into the product,' says owner
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