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OTR
March Feature
SAVOUR
STOUFFVILLE
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On The Road in Whitchurch–Stouffville
is the Monthly magazine of the Town
townofws.ca/otr
INSIDE
MARCH
No.37 | 2020 IS
A V IN OD
AR FO
U L SI ENCE
Mayor's Dinner T ERI
& Awards Gala E X P PG.12
TRAVEL EXPO 2020
Ed makes the
Hall of Fame
BEST
Restaurants
Schedule For
Lifelong Learning
FOLLOW THE
Branding Initiative
OTR
FROM THE EDITOR COUNC O R N E R3 3
I L C CORNER
COUNCIL
On the Road in Whitchurch-Stouffville (OTR)
is the Monthly magazine of the Town. The
Council wants Bruce’s Mill designated
purpose of it is to communicate with residents,
promote local businesses, support agriculture,
develop tourism and most importantly, build
community. 2020 Operating Budget passed; Highway 48 changes on the horizon?
Glenn Jackson, Contributor
Thanks to a tip from Patrick Lannigan,
we now have a International Standard Serial
This is a monthly column summarizing recent
Number (ISSN), as seen on the front cover. The
Whitchurch-Stouffville Council decisions.
ISSN is a unique code for identifying serial
Subscribe to our eNewsletter for more
publications such as periodicals, magazines,
detailed information: eepurl.com/cKPNg9
journals, newspapers, annuals, and
monographic series. It provides an efficient Bruce’s Mill Heritage Designation.
and economical method of communication Located on Stouffville Road between Kennedy
between publishers and suppliers. Road and Warden Ave., Bruce’s Mill is a
The March edition of OTR is dedicated to cherished reminder of days gone by. The
Savour Stouffville, which marks a time to mill, along with a farm, stands within the
celebrate our culinary treasures. This year, 108-hectare Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area,
we dedicate the event to an assessment of and represents a formative period in the
our many new restaurants, and a celebration history of Ontario’s agricultural development
of our top restaurants, in addition to stories and settlement.
about food and events. The timber-frame mill that stands today was
This issue of OTR features or mentions 58 erected next to the Sherk flour mill in 1858 by
local businesses and 10 community events. Robert and William Bruce, who named it for
Eleven of the pages qualify as Tourism, their former home near Carrick Scotland. The
while three of the pages are dedicated to mill expanded over time and transitioned from
Ed Hakonson defraying costs (Advertising). Please give the
wheel to turbine power before 1900.
PAGE 6 Advertisements a discerning once over, as
Alexander Bruce ran the mill until 1961,
they support you receiving OTR free of charge,
when it was purchased by the Toronto and
delivered to your mailbox.
Region Conservation Authority, by which
David Tuley, Editor | david.tuley@townofws.ca time it was associated with a farm on either ABOVE: Bruce’s Mill, pictured above from 1929, was constructed in 1858 by Robert and William Bruce. The mill
side of the creek. The Bruce House, possibly still stands today as part of the Bruce’s Mill Conservation Area on Stouffville Road at Warden Ave. The mill, along
with the associated farmstead believed to be the home of Alexander Bruce, has been recommended by Whitchurch-
Alexander Bruce’s principal residence, has Stouffville Council to be designated under the Ontario Heritage Act.
design value for its unique Gothic Picturesque
features
Photography on the Cover, and on
departments
pgs.12 & 14 by Dennis Hristovski
cottage style and craftsmanship. At the February 4 meeting, Council received 358-dwelling subdivision on the west side of
On February 4, Council issued a ‘Notice of an update on the exercise from staff. Staff Highway 48 just north of Dickson Hill. The
Intention to Designate’ for Bruce’s Mill and the submitted a proposed work plan addressing the subdivision would straddle the Markham/
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4 SOCIETAS 10 SAVOUR STOUFFVILLE Lifelong Learning
farm house. key components, including an environmental Whitchurch-Stouffville border and be opposite
If no objections are received by March analysis, a transportation analysis, a servicing Dickson Hill Road.
5 WHERE NEXT 12 COVER STORY
PAGE 5 10, 2020, Bruce’s Mill will be recognized as analysis, and producing land use concepts/ When fully realized, the Highway 48 corridor
6 BUSINESS MEETS 16 CONTRIBUTIONS Travel Expo 2020 a property of “cultural heritage value” and scenarios. could evolve to be a vibrant “Mixed-Use Centre”
be designated under Part IV of the Ontario The work program for the study has been offering a diverse range of housing, retail, and
8 NEED TO KNOW 20 COMMUNITY NEWS PAGE 6 Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. O.18. organized into three phases – Background, employment options connected by a network
NEWSFLASH
Motorsport Hall of Fame Preliminary Scenarios and Preferred of streets and open spaces that provide linkages
PAGE 8 Highway 48 Visioning Exercise. Town of Scenarios. The work program includes to neighbourhoods and community facilities.
Town Branding Whitchurch-Stouffville staff are undertaking extensive public consultation between the
Initiative a joint study of Highway 48 with the City of Town, public, landowners and other agencies Operating Budget passed. At the February
Markham. This study encompasses the land but dates for the public consultation are yet to 4 Budget Meeting, Council passed the 2020
PAGE 9 south of Stouffville Road, west to McCowan be confirmed. Operating Budget in the amount of $59,510,130.
19 on the Park Presents (movies) 19 on the Park Presents (live theatre) Stouffville Chamber Road south to 19th Avenue. It also includes When the visioning exercise is completed, The Town’s portion of a residential tax
Jojo Rabbit is a World War II satire that fol- Cash: World's Most Authentic Johnny Cash Business Awards the SmartCentre lands of which Walmart, next steps will be identified including bill includes a 5.38% tax levy increase. This
lows a lonely German boy whose world view Tribute. Country Music legend Johnny Cash Canadian Tire and Winners. the identification of any required policy levy includes 2.38% for day-to-day operating
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is turned upside down when he discovers his is Authentically recreated by award winning This ‘Visioning Exercise’ will explore themes amendments, required studies, zoning, and expenses and 3.0% capital levy.
From Where I Live
mother is hiding a young Jewish girl in their tribute artist Paul Anthony and his boom-chic- with Bruce Stapley of connectivity along the corridor including the community benefits.
attic (March 10, 2pm & 7pm). In Queen & Slim a ka-boom Tennessee Three CASH Show Band. creation of an effective urban/rural transition. In addition to the Highway 48 Visioning COUNCIL MEETINGS:
Generally, 4 p.m. or 7 p.m. every other Tuesday in the
black couple are pulled over for a minor traffic (March 28, 8pm). PAGE 19 The exercise is hoping to create of a sense of update, Council endorsed Flato Development’s Council Chambers, 111 Sandiford Drive, Stouffville.
infraction. The situation escalates when the Sports Town place and to produce a preferred land use request to the Province for a Minister’s Listen live: townofws.ca/cmlivestream.
man kills the police officer in self-defense www.19onthepark.ca 905-640-2322 with Jim Mason scenario for future development. Zoning Order in hopes of one day building a Live tweets: @ws_townhall
(March 24 & 31, 2pm & 7pm).
4 SOCIETAS WHERE NEXT 5
Lifelong 2nd
Annual TRAVEL
learning
Harry Renaud, Contributor
EXPO
by David Tuley
In the Fall of 2017, my wife invited me to attend a lecture Michael Crabb - Toronto Star critic, Dance in the Movies
Dr. Guy Proulx - The Aging Brain Everyone is welcome at the 2nd Annual
APR
at Angus Glen Golf Club, under the auspices of Third Age
Network (TAN), to hear a presentation about the sun. There Ken Weber - Wives of Canadian Prime Ministers Travel Expo. It takes place at the Spring
Dr. Philippa Sheppard - Shakespeare and Religion Lakes Golf Club. Admission and parking is
04
were nearly 300 adult people at this excellent lecture on a
Monday morning! Dr. Mike Daley - The Music of Leonard Cohen free; however, you must pre-register. Maria
On our way home we got to thinking about how can Barbara Dickson - Bomb Girls, Trading Aprons for Ammo Miserendino of Travelpoint Stouffville,
this be done in Stouffville and would it be successful? located Downtown across from The Meat
I contacted some friends and to my delight found a keen The reaction to this series of lectures was most pos- Merchant and Tulsi Food Experience, has 10AM-3PM
interest in forming a committee to examine how we might itive and our attendance for each lecture grew to 264. organized the event.
organize such an interesting event. Within days, Charlotte The Spring Session will commence on April 6 and we expect to attract Maria has lined up 24 suppliers, including SPRING LAKES
a registration greater than 300 but our seating capacity is 325. Tickets tourism boards, resort groups, cruise lines, GOLF CLUB
Cave, Gail and Bob Priestman, Norma Card, Jim and
Marlene Gillies and my wife Barbara and I met to put wheels can only be acquired online (www.lifelonglearningstouffville.com) and air and rail providers, and hotel chains. You
ADMISSION
in motion. only for the full series. The cost is $55 for a full session of 6 presentations. can expect to see Air Canada Vacations,
FREE
We needed a web site, a venue, speakers, market- Each session consists of a lecture (one hour) an intermission and the Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Rocky
ing plan, online payment plan, banking, etc. We were Q&A with the speaker for 30 minutes. The lectures start at 1:30 PM and Mountaineer, Myrtle Beach Convention and
blessed to have Shonna Froebel of the Stouffville the event is over by 3:30 at the latest. Visitors Bureau, Barbados Tourism, and PRE-REGISTER AT:
travelpoint.ca
Public Library and Carole Langford, who brought her Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, amongst
experience with the Aurora LifeLong Learning group many others.
and on the executive of TAN, join our committee. In addition to the opportunity to question
A sub group of the committee set out to find speakers. Our
SPRING 2020 SPEAKER LINEUP specialists about travel, there will be six
speakers must be experts in their field, bring a power point April 6 | Dr. Julia Zarankin - St. Petersburg and The Hermitage 25-minute presentations by select suppliers.
presentation to support their lecture and be referenced as April 20 | Ted Barris - Rush to Danger, Medics in the Line of Fire At a time when many may be rethinking their
an interesting presenter. travel plans, the Travel Expo by Travelpoint
April 27 | Erin Piotrowski - Detective Fiction
While that was underway, we designed a web site, secured brings knowledge and resources to our
May 4 | Dr. Mike Daley - The Birth of The Beatles doorstep.
a venue to hold a budgeted capacity of 125, developed a
marketing plan and ticket sale program for the Stouffville May 11 | Brian Carlile - The (not so) Young Persons' Guide to the Orchestra
community and manage the audiovisual requirements of May 25 | James Lockyer - Wrongful Convictions in Canada
the presentations.
We were all volunteers scrambling to deliv- LIFELONG LEARNING STOUFFVILLE
PRESENTATION SCHEDULE
er our first session of six lectures in the Spring www.lifelonglearningstouffville.com
10:30-10:55 am| Rocky Mountaineer
of 2019. Our goal was to attract 125 attendees.
We made an agreement with Spring Lakes Golf 11:00-11:25 am| Carnival Cruise Lines
Club to host the series of 6 consecutive lectures 11:30-11:55 am | Sandals and Beaches Resorts
on Monday afternoons, starting in April 2019. Our 12:00-12:25 pm| Barcelo Hotels
first roster of speakers was quickly determined:
12:30-12:55 pm | Globus Tours
Jo-Anne McArthu - Animal Rights Activist 1:00-1:25 pm | Trafalgar Tours
Thanh Campbell - Author, Orphan 32
Carolyn Harris - Royalty in the 21st Century
Adam Chapnick - Canada and the World
Lee Bartell - How Music Affects the Brain
Martin Galloway - Gardening and Environmental Health
Subscription for our initial series blew past our expecta-
tions and grew to 246. This was very exciting but created a
venue space issue that forced us to move to a larger venue.
The Fall Session would be held at the EastRidge Mission
Church auditorium on 10th Line, which has a fixed seating
PHOTOS from top: (1) On the Rocky Mountaineer you can travel from Banff to Vancouver through the legendary Spiral Tunnels, traverse the Continental Divide,
capacity of 325.
and be inspired as you wind through mountain passes and dramatic canyons. (2) The Sandals Royal Caribbean Resort and Private Island is a small and intimate
Our speakers for the second session, which started in adults-only resort on a private offshore island. (3) Peruvian Rivers & Rainforest Discovery is one of the many river cruises that Uniworld delivers. Riverboat
October 2019 were: Dr. Mike Daley will deliver The Birth of The Beatles on May 4 luxury is the experience aboard the Aria Amazon, featuring only 16 - 250 sq.ft. staterooms, each with room-length floor-to-ceiling picture windows.
7 WHERE BUSINESS MEETS COMMUNITY
fast eddie fast eddie revisted
revisted Ed Hakonson, local resident, employer and business owner
was one of seven inducted into the Candian Motorsport Hall
of Fame during the Canadian International Auto Show on
February 15, 2020. Ed co-founded of the Canadian Snowcross
Racing Association. He began racing snowmobiles in the late
1960’s and recorded multiple wins in the 250cc class before
being recruited by Arctic Cat and becoming one of their first
factory backed racers competing in Canada and United States.
In 1976, he took his snowmobile and completed one of the
longest open water crossings in Canada at the time, an event
televised on Wide World of Sports. In 1983 he started his own
clothing company Choko Design which became an important
supplier of driver branded merchandise and allowed him to
sponsor and mentor CASCAR/NASCAR Canada Championship
driver Peter Gibbons. A NASCAR team owner since 2001, Ed
Hakonson has been a driving force both as an owner and as a
builder in the lives of numerous Canadian racers.
Below is a script interview borrowed from the Fast Eddie
website. The video was produced by Fast Eddie. It can be
viewed on the Fast Eddie Speedwear website. Ed Hakonson in 1956. The brace on his left leg is the
result of a fight with polio. He later became the Easter Seals “Timmy".
fasteddiespeedwear.com
“I could drive at 150 miles an hour all day a little hellion up until then.” He met the dirt bikes and ATV with special tire inflation
and it would not bother me. I just love speed. Queen, Prime Ministers and celebri-ties, but requirement of under 3 lbs. He also had a flare
Over the years I’ve owned about 180 cars. it was legendary wrestler “Whipper” Billy for design and he expanded his business to
Some of those were muscle cars - everything Watson who gave Ed confidence, hope and design and manufacture his own line of high
from a ’67 Chevelle, big block cars, to little determination. quality and fashionable snowmobile suits.
exotics. I’ve had a lot of corvettes.” “He also took a little bit of a chip off my Ed ventured into licensed apparel and
Standing beside his race car, Ed says, shoulder that I got from being bullied he just became a designer, manufacturer and
“There’s competition here. There’s our mind- said stop feeling sorry for yourself and you distributor of automotive based apparel
set against your mindset to see who can come need to start understanding what your posi- for some of the industries top companies,
out with the fastest car the best driver and win tion is in life.” As a farm-boy, Ed learned to including General Motors, Snap-on Tools,
a championship so those kinds of things are build, fix and race cars and snow machines, Dodge, and Ford. “We have been in business
what drive me.” being obsessed with the thrill of going fast. 37 years, so there’s no doubt we have sold over
Ed Hakonson loves cars... and loves to “I never wanted to be second. Because when 100 million garments, accessories, clocks,
race. His love for speed formed because he I’m walking down the street, I have no choice gloves, and jackets.”
was “forced” to go slow. At 3 months old Ed but to be second because I can’t walk as fast Now the time has come to put Fast Eddie’s
contracted polio, destroying his left leg. as you can. However, when I was on a piece own name on his celebrated and edgy designs.
Between age of 9 and the age of 13, Ed endured of machinery, it kind of equaled the playing “We wanna build our own brand that’s on the
13 surgeries. field,” said Ed. “If you can’t run you start look- outside of the garment, not on the inside of the
“From early on in school I was always a tar- ing at other things you can do. My left leg was garment. And with our own brand, we feel that
get of being knocked down, being pushed over. bad, but the right leg was good, and so right leg we can give back also. And my choice for giving
I was being picked on by somebody that would is what hits gas pedal. The left brakes - I had back is with The Easter Seals,” says Ed. “I
not stop and so I became physical, I un-did my a lot more fun hitting gas pedal than break.” believe Easter Seals needs to have some more
brace, took it off, and when that person came The nickname Fast Eddie came from race support. They don’t have any government
to bully me again, I used my brace in a violent competitors who watched the so-called support they rely on donations. I’m sure it’s
way,” said Ed. crippled kid winning races. Ed Hakonson was my purpose to persevere. Bank accounts come
Then Ed’s life turned for the better. The ten- named to the Canadian Motorsports Hall of and go, integrity won’t,” says Ed.
year-old was selected to become the Easter Fame in February 2020. “Unfortunately, in some ways, and fortu-
Seals “Timmy" - the charity’s ambassador. His But interestingly, he also had a love of nately in other ways, umm, I’ve never lost it - I
mission was to help children with disabilities. design. In 1983, he founded Choko Design, still love speed,” concludes Ed.
“That was a surprise to me, I was pretty much which manufacturing tire pressure gauges for
8 NEED TO KNOW NEED TO KNOW 9
Branding Initiative enters second phase Mayor's
dinner &Business Awards Gala
PUBLIC TO BE ASKED “WHAT IS STOUFFVILLE’S REPUTATION?”
Glenn Jackson, Contributor
The judging for the annual Stouffville Chamber's Business Awards is underway. Nominees for Medium Business of the Year
Everything has a brand. The shoes you wear to conclude later this year with a refreshed, WHY ARE WE IMPROVING OUR BRAND? "The business community of Stouffville is filled with many wonderful companies
have a brand. The store you bought them from vibrant image to portray and market to the Progress Paving
• it helps put our community on the global, worthy of recognition. This year we will honour five at our business awards
has a brand. The shopping center that store world. Specializing in estate home driveways, subdivision
regional and national map ceremony," says Executive Director Karen Wootton. The awards will be presented
was at has a brand. Phase One of the Town’s “Branding & driveways, commercial parking lots, roads and repairs.
• it increases a sense of local identity, well- at the Mayor's Dinner & Business Awards Gala at Spring Lakes Golf Club.
Even you have a brand. Corporate Identity Initiative” was completed being and pride Established in 1956.
A ‘brand,’ by definition, is the reputation in December with Council deciding that • it helps attract new businesses, Mayor Lovatt will make a short presentation. "I will review a vision for developing Stouffville Smiles Dentistry
something has. Towns and cities all around the henceforth, the Town will be called “The Town industries, investments and high profile a vibrant and complete community and will dispel the demographic myths in A modern spa-inspired relaxing dental office with a mod-
events
world have a reputation. Las Vegas’ reputation, of Stouffville.” The official (i.e. legal) name is Whitchurch-Stouffville – providing local businesses with more insight into their ern, well planned and beautiful facility. Affordable, faster,
• it draws in new populations and a
and thus its brand, is gambling. Paris’ brand is still Whitchurch-Stouffville, but we will be target markets," he said. and more efficient.
diversity of skills and talents
romance, and Rome’s brand is history. These called Stouffville in all marketing, advertising • it increases tourism
are a set of intangible assets that help define a and branding moving forward. • it develops and maintains a clear and Nominees for Large Business of the Year
consistent sense of community identity
Nominees for New Business of the Year
place. Community branding and marketing is Bouwmeister Inc.
City brands (also called “place brands” or more than a compelling logo, good promotional and messaging for the outside world, and Booster Juice Specializing in landscape construction, pools, plant mate-
• it supports coherent local development A new premium smoothie bar perfectly suited for those
“community brands”) can be influenced by sales pitch, a new website and communication rial, and hard surface installations since 1981. Now offer-
efforts overall as physical, social,
several factors. For example, Las Vegas’ brand materials. It is a synergistic process of with an active lifestyle. It started with 8 employees; since ing home renovations.
economic and cultural sectors come
is gambling, but through their marketing and engagement and partnership building. Our together to deliver our brand promise. they have grown to 11 in the inaugural year.
Choko Motorsports
advertising, the city can influence how you outcome will be to develop a brand identity Get Social Daily Choko creates, designs, manufactures and distributes
think of gambling, and thus the city itself. that not only our residents and businesses GSD teaches businesses how to use social media to grow apparel and accessories for many key automotive and
This ‘influencing’ is commonly done using support, but also tourists and investors. It will let the public know what they have to offer, and their brand. They offer social media workshops as well as farm brands. Since 1983.
tangible assets, such as attractive colours, be a whole new way of portraying ourselves. 2) to let the public know that their offerings are business coaching.
Country Casa Montessori & Daycare
logos, typography, photography and other The need to create and manage our town’s better than the neighbouring town. Nature's Gift and Organic Spa CCMD is an award winning daycare center that offers a
visual insignia. These insignias make up our brand is more important today than it ever has A well-executed community branding A new spa that offers a full menu of therapy and services, safe environment for children to grow and explore, feel
(fully controllable) ‘brand identity.’ been. One just needs to look around the GTA to and marketing exercise can be a vital and including massage and a salt cave, and supporting Ontario happy, loved and free.
Coca Cola, Amazon, Nike, Apple, and every see many aspects of competition. Businesses empowering process of local democratization, retail items.
other company, do the same thing. They want are moving to one location because of effective active citizenship, and participation. PACE Credit Union
Seamless Health & Aesthetics
MAR
you to think of them in a positive light that transportation routes, people are moving to Phase Two has just begun and consists At PACE you become a member and an owner, not just an
A health & wellness clinic focused on “Aging with Attitude”, account holder, at this full service financial institution.
would make you spend your money buying others because of ample forest and greenspace, of determining what our brand is. We will
dedicated to optimizing beauty, hormone health, joints
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their products. investors are interested in locations with be answering the question “what is our
and skin wellness. Nominees for Special Recognition Award
Last year, the Town of Whitchurch- affluent populations. reputation?” We need to know what people
Stouffville started an exercise to re-brand The reasons to brand our town (and creating think of us. To do this, we will be conducting Nominees for Small Business of the Year Angel Freedman
the town. It is a five-phase project expected effective marketing afterwards) to address interviews, workshops and Open Houses to Founder of Fill a Purse For a Sister Campaign, operating
these concerns are twofold: 1) a town needs to solicit citizens’ opinions. An online survey will Aquaman Pool Service since 2015. “I started the Fill a Purse for a Sister Campaign
SPRING LAKES
A family run, small company, offering pool and hot tub because many women leave domestic violence situations
be launched on March 23 at cometogetherws.ca. GOLF CLUB
Public Open Houses will be conducted at the service, repairs, chemicals, part's and equipment; cele- with nothing but the clothes on their backs.”
brating 28 years in business.
end of March or early April. 6-7PM Christina Assenza
Cocktail Reception Bell's Automotive
Phase Three will then take that information Founder of Community With Heart event, operating since
and formulate a new brand image that makes Offering quality service and repair to all makes and mod- 2018. The single-day event is open to anyone in need.
Stouffville attractive and a welcoming place to 7-9PM els of cars and light duty trucks. Family run, since 2014. Guests are able to enjoy a warm meal, free haircuts and
Dinner & Awards
do business, live or visit. Ceremony Christina Cooks Catering Company are able to take home needed household items.
This phase will be completed by the summer A full-service catering company that can come to your
$95 Members Laura Cusack
with a launch aimed for late summer or early home or venue and cooking on-site. Also has a line of
$115 Non-Members Founder of The Hummingbird Hub, operating since 2018.
fall. Artisan mason jar products. This non-profit offers a central location for people to
For more information about the project, PRE-REGISTER AT: engage with one another, take advantage of communal
Most Excellent Productions
and to fill out the survey later this month, go stouffvillechamber.ca
resources, and enjoy each other’s company without fear.
MXP provides complete services for audio visual, multi-
to cometogetherws.ca/branding-corporate- media, lighting, and staging for corporate and community Kevin Kerr
identity events. Founder of Epidemic Music Group (EMG), operating since
Travelpoint Stouffville 2013. EMG's projects have had a positive impact on the
A full service travel agency, providing travel for fami- town, including Open Stage, Guinness World Record
lies, corporate events, couples, golfing, extended family Concert, and Wintersong Festival.
groups, and weddings.
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SAVOUR
SAVOUR STOUFFVILLE
TOP RESTAURANTS existing stars
stou ville
There are many, many choices for where to eat out in Whitchurch-Stouffville - without considering the many restaurants that have opened in the last year.
Below is a "tour of existing stars", or rather - any establishment that has attained an average of 3.5 stars and above on multiple rating sites. A single
review has been selected (and edited) to represent each of the Top restaurants in each geographic category. The reliance on online reviews is an attempt
to remove editor bias. We apologize in advance to all those that disagree with the above methodology.
DOWNTOWN STOUFF VILLE
FISHBONE BISTRO coffee, but it turns out they have a fantastic lunch as Google Review:
2020
Facebook 4.9/5; OpenTable 4.8/5; Google 4.7/5 well! I tried both the dark roast drip as well as a cortado, ‘Very cute little sit-down restaurant with nice décor.
Food & Drink
Google Review: both were excellent! Turns out they also make a mean The halibut is fantastic with a light crispy batter and the
‘Fishbone is a store-front type of restaurant, with a burger - freshly ground beef for a very reasonable price. I battered mushrooms are excellent! If you are going to
A Celebration
double-door entrance and insufficient parking in the should mention that they also have a delicious cranberry order chips, I recommend ordering a half order as you
front... Our waiter, Antoine was very nice and offered lemon scone which is soft, fluffy and to die for. I would may not be able to eat a full order… I found out that this
specials, and the special Portuguese wine made highly recommend come here.’ business has been family operated for well over 40 years
especially for the Fishbone restaurants (of which there are and now is handled by the "next generation". Glad to see
SMOKERY KITCHEN & BAR
best kept secrets IMPERIAL CAFE
culinary events M A R-A P R I L
several). Our appetizers were deep-fried Brussel sprouts
(with sweet chili, cilantro and peanuts) and the flaming
sausage (flamed by brandy, with sweet apple sauce on
Facebook 4.8/5; Google 4.3/5; Tripadvisor 4.0/5
Google Review:
a small family restaurant doing well - obviously a lot of
customers enjoy their restaurant - as do I.’
‘We went to the Smokery yesterday for lunch, what a TIPPERARY TAPHOUSE
the side). The Brussel sprouts were outstanding, the
I was catching up with Drew Keith at his Edward After tourism school, he would be placed as MARCH 12 - THE SMOKERY, 6140 Main St great experience and even better food! Chris the owner Facebook 4.6/5; Google 4.3/5; Tripadvisor 4.0/5
perfect combination of sweet and salty, crunchy exterior.
Jones office at 37 Sandiford. Over the course of our a cook at a hotel, the Sierra Mar. His skills and Hot Ones Wing Tasting featuring The Spice of provided excellent service and was exceptional in his Google Review:
The flaming sausage was also wonderful. The brandy
conversation, Drew mentioned how good the cafe- passion earned the attraction from the executive Life. Starts at 6:30pm. The Smokery is Teaming up engagement with our 3.5-year-old! I had a watermelon ‘I've been to the previous incarnations of this
flame brings down the heat a little, and the apple jam
teria had become on the ground floor of this office chef; he would be mentored by him. Under his with local artisanal hot sauce purveyor The Spice of and goat cheese mousse salad that was the perfect restaurant space, but the Tipperary is the best. Nice
thing was ok. My wife's main was a chef's special, the
building. I knew there was a cafeteria, but I didn't mentor’s guidance, Giorge would learn about various Life Hot Sauces to bring you a hot ones style wing expression of summer. Flavour and presentation totally clean interior, long and narrow but still with plenty of
Lamb shank on some sort of green mashed potato thing
have very high expectations. It is named the Imperial Caribbean cuisines and cooking styles. In a couple of challenge. Eight local hot sauces in increasing spice on point. My husband had a special - a homemade room to watch the game or have dinner. Yorkie appetizer
with some vegetables carefully placed around the plate.
Cafe and is apparently with a new owner - a trained years, his talents were recognized by the hotel and level are being featured with our signature smoked Baconator which he loved, the house smoked bacon was was good (stuffed Yorkshire pudding), as was the chicken
I had the Icelandic Cod with "Chowder + Charred Corn
Cuban Chef. they would allow him to further improve his culinary wings. Each $25 ticket will include a bottle of hot the best he'd ever had, and the two patties were juicy and pot pie. English food is the norm, but with other options
+ Chilies + Shrimp Olive Crumb Crust + Presunto". The
I went downstairs to check it out. It was past lunch, skills by studying abroad in hotel chains in countries sauce (your choice), 8 wings and milk and water if perfectly seasoned! Our daughter ordered the spaghetti available... Love the Salt and Pepper/Honey Garlic Wings,
cod had a firm crust, which I like, and the chowder and
but the Chefs Specials board had been interesting, such as Spain and Mexico. you so choose. 6:30pm. and meatballs from the kids’ menu - and she ate it all (if Stuffed Yorkies, Lentil Soup, Irish Nachos, Chicken Apple
charred corn and chilies were a feast for the senses.
including Chicken Cuban Soup, Jerk Chicken Meal, Giorge's collective training and credentials earned you knew her, you'd know this is a BIG deal). All in all, a Brie Sandwich with Raspberry Aoli - "wow" and the Fish
MARCH 27 - THE SMOKERY, 6140 Main St Dessert was a poached pear for my wife and a special
Short Ribs with Greek Sauce. The next day I went him Head Chef for his initial hotel, Sierra Mar and really great experience from the food to the service. Will & Chips rock too!'
Masters of Malt Whisky Tasting Friday, 8pm, $40. mousse for me. Both were delicious. It's not too loud so
back with an appetite. The Soup Special was Navy a position in the Food Standards Administration be returning for many more meals.’
Join us every month as we explore the wonderful you don't have to shout to be heard. The interior on a cold
Bean Soup, and I added a Grilled Cheese on Rye. The overseeing the hotel chain. But with all his credentials STAKEOUT DINING ROOM & LOUNGE
world of whisky. We sample whiskys from various night was cozy and warm. Recommended.’ OTHER DOWNTOWN 3.5-4.0 STARS:
Navy Soup was homemade and to die for, while the within the industry, his wish was to establish a Google 4.2/5; Tripadvisor 4.0/5; Zomato 3.8/5
origins using a blind tasting format. The tasting Shawarma Ville, Pho Basil, Pastaggio Italian Eatery
Grilled Cheese was rich and oily on the inside, with restaurant. Returning from his studies abroad he RED BULB ESPRESSO BAR Google Review:
is guided and is meant to promote discovery and King of Wings, Cornerhouse Restaurant
a nice crunch on the outside. The total bill: $8, tax would begin a new journey of starting a family. Facebook 4.8/5; Google 4.7/5; Tripadvisor 4.5/5 ‘My family and I have been going to the Stakeout
palette refinement. Each tasting is paired with a Fickle Pickle Restaurant, Earl of Whitchurch
included. I left with a smile on my face, feeling that What Giorge did not expect is that the introduction Google Review: for birthdays and other special occasions for the past
suitable snack such as our house-made shortbread. China Garden Chinese Restaurant, For the Love of Jo
I had just eaten a home-cooked meal. of his children would yearn for a greater future. ‘This little cafe totally reminds me of the local coffee 3 years. The restaurant itself has lovely decor inside
I asked husband & wife Giorge Bilboa and Ivett With the support of loved ones and long-lasting MARCH 28 - THE LEGION, 150 Mostar St shops I used to frequent in downtown Toronto back in the WEST END STOUFFVILLE with skylights and jazz music playing to create a warm,
Perdomo for the chef's story. This is what they wrote: relationships with Canadian friends, he would be The Flailing Shilaleighs Band Perform St. Patrick's days before I moved out to the suburbs. It's not a very big appetizing atmosphere. The dining experience begins
able to immigrate to Canada, specifically, the Town Day along with special entertainment by Irish Dancers space, but it's cozy, with some tables and chairs for small KING’S LANDING BAR & GRILL with the typical offering of drinks first, and a basket of
Giorge Bilbao is a highly experienced chef
of Stouffville in 2008. and Singers. Irish menu with stew. $25 entrance. No groups to meet. They do have a variety of options for Facebook 4.7/5; Google 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4.5/5 fresh, warm bread to tide one over until the main course
that has been part of the culinary world for 20+
With new beginnings came an erased history. Job membership required. Doors open at 5pm, Dinner is breakfast and lunch. The espresso and coffee menu are Google Review: arrives... Our waiter is always friendly and charming...
years. His culinary journey began in his country of
opportunities were few due to his limited English, but at 6pm. to reserve call. 905-640-1714. also quite diverse. I ordered a cafe latte and a scone and ‘Really glad we came here on a whim. The place is a There is enough variety here to satisfy someone's hunger,
origin, Cuba. Originally, Giorge enrolled in college
he would receive offers from various restaurants. a muffin. the green tea white chocolate scone was delish! bit off the beaten path right beside a Macs gas station but even if steak is not what they're looking for. My mom
for navy electromechanical engineering but after MARCH 28/29 - JOYOUS LIGHT CANDLES,
Giorge has initiated a new business known as Imperial They have sandwiches, yogurts and cookies available as don't let the location fool you. We came mid-afternoon typically orders the grilled halibut, and it's some of the
accomplishing his degree, demand was low. Thus 4369 Faulkner Ave
Cafe with his devotion and help from extended family, well. The latte was really well done. I enjoyed every sip during the long weekend and got our table right away. best fish I've ever had... To date, I've tried the Ribeye, New
he began tourism school, as tourism is one of the The Nuns of Holy Theotokos Convent are planning
located at the Service Ontario building which you will of that cup! They also have a variety of milk options for We ordered five main dishes (Beef Dip, Half and Half York Striploin, and the Porterhouse. Each of these steaks
leading industries in Cuba. for a bake sale on the weekend of March 28 & 29. It
find a welcoming clean ambiance. those who can't drink regular milk (lactose-free, almond, Ribs/Wings, Unagi Bowl, Spinach and Apple Salad and is extremely good, though I prefer the Porterhouse due to
Initially, he would begin studying for bartending will be just as we enter the Easter season and they
In his cafe, he presents diverse and fresh dishes coconut, soy). Their prices are also quite reasonable and the Lobster Mac and Cheese), and they were all winner. my large appetite... This restaurant is gem...'
and serving, but during his studies, another endeavor will be in full swing with baking. 888-473-5115.
from his collective culinary experience and enriched not super expensive… Expect me to be back on a regular It didn't take long for the food to arrive… The service
would earn his interest. The intriguing mixtures, the
history, his fresh daily prepared dishes show his love basis!’ was excellent, food and drinks were delicious. Our serv- OTHER WEST END 3.5-4.0 STARS:
stimulating smells, and the few glimpses of the kitch- NEWS - KING OF WINGS, 6244 Main St
and passion and the hidden treasure of Stouffville. er checked up on us several times and she made sure Classic Greek, Maki Zushi, Thai Villa
en would earn his interest. With time, Giorge gained King of Wings introduces “Wing Bingo”. A $30 Gift
He caters tailored per client's needs and able to host MAIN STREET BAKEHOUSE everything was fine’ St. Louis Bar & Grill, East Side Mario's
the confidence to switch into the cooking sector of Certificate will be the reward for the "Wing Bingo",
social occasions with taste and presentation that will Facebook 5/5; Google 4.6/5; Sirved 4.5/5 Chucks Roadhouse, Boston Pizza
tourism school, although receiving a weak response redeemable at any time a customer gets 10 flavors
not disappoint. Google Review, Jan. 2019 - STOUFFVILLE FISH & CHIPS
from family and school peers due to the lower income in a row (BINGO)! The bingo cards will be given for
‘I came highly recommended to me for delicious Facebook 4.7/5; Google 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4.0/5 C O N T I N U E D, PAG E 15
in comparison to serving and bartending. any dine-in purchase. Also, local craft beer available.
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FEATURE RESTAURANT
Tulsi Food Experience
Some would say that there has been a long
history of home town pubs at this address. In
fact, Aravin owned one of them – the Tipsy
Cow. The place needed a radical change, and
Aravin realized too, that owning a late-night
establishment was interfering with his family
life. Although Aravin looks no more than 25
years old, he has over 15 years of experience
in the restaurant industry and a family with
young children. He finally pulled the plug on
the Tipsy Cow. It failed to meet his expecta- coffee and specialty spiked coffees, baked
tions. It was time to start contributing to mak- goods from the famous Annina’s Bakeshop,
A R AV I N
ing our historical downtown thrive again! four flavours of Kawartha Ice Cream as well
A P PA P P I L L A I
The bar and cheap beer were the first things as local craft beers on tap and local entertain-
OF TULSI FOOD
to go, then everything was pulled back to the ment on select evenings.
EXPERIENCE
studs. In came the fancy imported wall tiles The Main Menu brings a tour of the sens-
around the newly installed creperie, the solid es and focuses on international flavours.
wood tables, comfortable and contemporary Appetizers include Stuffed Mushrooms and
seating, pressed tin ceiling, and a wood-pan- Kofta (sizzling Greek Meatballs). There are
eled wall. One whole wall is covered by a land- three salad selections; grilled chicken, salm-
scape panorama of a bluebell forest in Britain; on, shrimp or bacon-wrapped scallops can
imposed in the foreground – the Tulsi flower be added. The Handhelds and Pasta sections
(see sidebar about the Tulsi flower). The bath- share a page, while the Entrée section fills
rooms are perfectly amazing. Everything in an entire page of the menu. Included in the
the place has a story, such as the wood panel- Entrées are a Trio of Lamb Chops, Eggplant As if being worshipped by millions of people
ing – Aravin landed the beautiful oak panels Parmesan, Beef and Guinness Pie, Chicken throughout the Indian subcontinent was not
enough, the Tulsi plant or Ocimum tenuiflorum,
from England, which were also used in the Cacciatore, Tender Lamb Curry and Montreal
also known as 'Holy Basil' in the West, is an
Rogers Center Executive Lounge. Baked Back Ribs. There is a Pizza and Kid’s herb that nourishes the spirit. Tulsi is effective
Tulsi Food Experience is born. Aravin was Menu on the back page. There’s something for treating common health ailments, perhaps
smiling when he closed the Tipsy Cow, and for everyone at Tulsi. its greatest benefit is the restorative effect it has
on the nervous system. It is native to the Indian
now, after an enormous investment, he is still The Drink Menu includes classic drinks,
subcontinent and widespread as a cultivated
smiling (I’ve never seen him not smiling). Tulsi martinis and cocktails. There are wines from plant throughout the Southeast Asian tropics.
is open from breakfast through dinner and around the world and locally crafted beers on
closes for the evening after the dinner rush tap. The Desserts & Crepes Menu is extensive
has passed. Tulsi has four menus at present: as anything else at Tulsi: Lemon Blueberry
Brunch Menu, Main Menu, Desserts & Crepes, Crumb Cheesecake, Limoncello Flute, Tartufo
and a Drink Menu. Tulsi Also welcomes cater- Classico, and a vast selection of either Savoury
ing and private functions. The Restaurant has or Sweet Crepes from the crepe bar.
a capacity of 75 people. Tulsi Food Experience is too new to have
The Brunch Menu features classic egg accumulated very many online reviews; how-
plates, three kinds of eggs benedict, omelets ever, the few that are there are promising. The
(including create-your-own), sandwiches website is currently being developed and can
and a kids selection. The kids have the nor- be found at tulsifoodexperience.com. Watch
mal courses of pizza, pasta and burgers, but for more to come! Tulsi Food Experience can
uniquely have souvlaki and lamb chops as also be found on both facebook (Tulsi Food LOCATION:
well. Experience) and Instagram (tfe_2020). Tulsi Downtown Stouffville
6298 Main Street
There is a focus on promoting local through brings hope that the future of Stouffville is
offering a full selection of locally roasted beyond box restaurants.
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rising stars more rising stars
C O N T I N U E D F RO M PAG E 11
TOP RESTAURANTS more existing stars
There are many, many new restaurants in Stouffville, many of which have an international flavour. Some of the newcomers are The Zen, Zeal Burgers, THE ZEN Reviewers spoke about eating, “Kato Boat, which BALL ANTRAE
Bollocks Pub & Kitchen, Kato Sushi Japanese Restaurant, Plates & Bowls, Osmow’s Authentic Mediterranean, Firehouse Subs, barBURRITO, Freshii, LOCATION: Vista Park Place (Longo's mall) offers Tempura, Salads, Miso Soups, Edamame Beans,
and Starbucks. Below you will find a write-up on six of these newcomers, with an attempt to steer clear of North American fast food, as these are now Tripadvisor 4.5/5; Google 4.4/5; Yelp 4/5 Salmon Sashimi, 7 Salmon Sushi, and two specialty COACH HOUSE PUB
established and you should know what to expect. We start with Plates & Bowls, which appears to be a forerunner of the new ones and a rising star overall. The claim at The Zen is ‘Fine Hakka and Thai cuisine.’ rolls (36 pieces)... the Chicken Kaarage was excellent. Facebook 4.9/5; Google 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4.0/5
At The Zen, you will find modern urban chic decor in Lightly battered, crispy on the outside. Super juicy inside. Google Review:
a small, comfortable space. The service in this family Smaller restaurant, gets busy quickly... I had tempura ‘"The Coach House Pub" is an excellent local
restaurant is fast, courteous and friendly. The owner’s here I was amazed, and very pleased that it was crispy establishment: friendly, quaint, wonderful staff and
son is often mentioned because of the great smile on his and tasting great... We had the Chicken Teriyaki Bento great. The food is just what Ballantrae needed. It is
face, and the quality recommendations that he makes. box and the Maki Lunch. Looking forward to coming a British style restaurant, small-town atmosphere,
One reviewer recommends that “Eating at the restaurant back...” comfortable, affordable... I Couldn't believe this was
is better than taking out, we find, not to the fault of the a pub. Looked like a pub. Sounded like a pub. But
restaurant but because a lot of their foods are wok-fried BOLLOCKS PUB & KITCHEN sure didn't serve pub food. Wow! The chef here could
and it's best when it's piping hot.” LOCATION: 1076 Hoover Park Drive compete with some of the best in Toronto. Had the
As for food, one reviewer stated: “I recommend the Google 4.7/5; Zomato 3.6/5; Yelp 3.5/5 best rack of lamb ever here a week ago."
Zen chicken, any of the pakoras (I normally get the Bollocks claims to offer is skillfully prepared stone-
chicken and veggie), Crispy Ginger Chicken, Cantonese baked hand-pulled pizzas, house-ground blended NONNO CRUPI’S PIZZA
Chow Mien, and Hakka Fried Rice. Chili Chicken and burgers, award-winning wings, as well as house- Google 4.6/5; Yelp 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4.5/5
Hakka noodles are yummy. Be sure to try their Zen smoked features, artisanal sandwiches, fresh pastas, Google Review:
Hakka special chicken. flavourful pakoras, to-die-for seasonal soups/salads, appetizers, sides, desserts, and ‘Found this little gem a few weeks ago with Pal
Bombay chicken, and both lovely rice and tasty noodle 19 beers on tap that are sure to satisfy anyone's quench. who lives nearby and who is always talking about the
dish.” While another said, “The Chicken Pakoras are to Bollocks is a small chain of three restaurants. The food. The veal sandwich and the pizzas we had were
die for! The green sauce that comes with it is absolutely first two locations include Pickering and Whitby. The amazing. Well cooked, fresh ingredients, very tasty and
amazing.” interior seems dark with the black furniture and wood authentic. Their prices overall are very competitive. The
detailing, but is warm and comfortable. There are many portion sizes are generous and the staff all seemed well
ZEAL BURGERS widescreen televisions present. trained and friendly. The short 20-minute drive from
LOCATION: 5812 Main Street As for food, reviewers stated: “I've been there three Markham was well worth it. It’s great to have access
Yelp 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4/5 times now, on game nights and regular nights, and have to traditional-style pizza and well worth supporting a
The claim at Zeal Burgers is, “We're not trying to always had consistent delicious food. There is a little bit locally owned independent. Made my 2nd trip today for
reinvent the burger, but perfect it!” Ever since the Main of a longer wait time for your food to arrive on busy game a pizza pickup and was very pleased with the whole
Street Burger Shoppe closed, as a result of development, nights but it's worth it the wait… I recommend the onion experience.'
there has been a gap in the local burger market. Zeal scoops. The Garlic and Pepper Calamari is good too…
Hassan Khan displays a wholesome, piled-high Butter Chicken plate, while explaining that the spices depicted on the walls Burgers has since filled the gap. It is a recurring theme
are not just artistic, but rather these are integrated into the dishes at Plates & Bowls for their healthy and detoxifying value.
Had the Jamaican Burger and I can honestly say it was COUNTRY STOP BURGERS
with many of the new restaurants: “The staff was super one of the best burgers I’ve ever ate! The owner/staff Google 4.5/5; Tripadvisor 4.5/5
PLATES & BOWLS helpful, helping us to navigate the menu and made are very friendly…” Google Review:
recommendations.” The service time is the length of ‘Nice little place. They have a variety of items
LOCATION: 1076 Hoover Park Drive
Hassan Khan, the kind and warm owner/creator An experience at Plates & Bowls starts with being what you would expect for a freshly made burger to cook. OSMOW’S AUTHENTIC MEDITERRANEAN ranging from Canadian to Greek foods. They make their
Plates & Bowls is a family-owned restaurant serving of Plates & Bowls, is a Civil Engineer by education. “I warmly invited in with a huge smile by helpful staff As for food, one reviewer stated: “All in Burger is LOCATION: 5777 Main Street own Greek dressing here... the best chicken soulvaki
the best classic Indian, Mediterranean & Middle Eastern used to teach physics and mathematics back home,” who seek to help with the menu, accompanied by “free absolutely amazing. Onion rings - I love a good onion Uber Eats 4.2/5; Google 3.8/5; Yelp 2.5/5 in the area... Great burger/fast food. Steak on the bun
dishes for dine-in, delivery or takeout. The reviews have he said. Hassan is from a large family of 10 sisters and samples of things we were curious about”. The service ring and these had a slight crunch on the outside and soft The mission at Osmow's is to satisfy the cravings of is amazing... True milkshakes made from milk and ice
been amazing: Google 5/5; Tripadvisor 5/5; Facebook 5/5. brothers. He immigrated to Canada in 1991. His first job is as fast as Fast Food, “but the quality is far above fast insides. Poutine - fries were good and they use a light each and every one of our consumers according to their cream. Decor hasn't been updated since the 80s and
Plates & Bowls opened in Smart Centres in June 2019. here was as a pastry chef at Queens Park. Level by level food.” The price point is low, while food portioning is gravy with melty cheese curds. Chocolate milkshake - so specific needs by providing them with a large selection I like it that way.'
This operation did not need to climb the rankings - as he worked himself up to Operational Manager. “I served very generous. thick and so good. They topped it with whipped cream of rich and authentic Mediterranean cuisine.
they started at the top and have stayed there. This is many people there, such as Bob Rae and Mike Harris.” Plates & Bowls is open seven days a week from and a cherry.” The Osmow's chain was born in the GTA and fast- HANSON’S RESTAURANT
unusual. Most new restaurants need (suffer through) a Hassan worked for many other companies before 11am-9pm, except for Sunday when they close at 8pm. growing chain, with about 90 locations. The food is Google 4.5/5; 4.3/5 Sirved; Tripadvisor 4.0/5
breaking-in period to figure things out in terms of quality deciding to invest in franchise restaurants. His list of cur- Typical reviewer recommendations include Tandoori KATO SUSHI JAPANESE RESTAURANT generally served fast, but reviewers often mention Google Review:
and service, and accordingly collect some unfair reviews. rent or former franchises owned includes Extreme Pita, Chicken Bowl, Butter Chicken Bowl, and Chicken LOCATION: 5812 Main Street consistency issues, whether it is due to the newness ‘Took my girlfriend here for a date as we have
Plates & Bowls has attained 11th place on Tripadvisor Pizza Pizza, Mr. Sub and Villa Madina, but he found fran- Wraps. Two kabobs are extra special - the Karai Kabob Google 4.6/5; TripAdvisor 4/5; Yelp 3.5/5; of this location or a problem in general with the chain always been intrigued by the Chinese and Pizza combo
for all restaurants in Whitchurch-Stouffville. They chising to be regimented and somewhat without heart. is handmade ground chicken breast kabob in tomato The claim at Kato Sushi is, “Serving fresh, high- is unknown. when driving by the place. We sampled some Chinese
have received a solid 5|5 on all 92 reviews on Google, “I sat down to create something to give people a masala sauce with spices, and the Chapali Kabob is quality Japanese cuisine, from sushi to sashimi, various Reviewers spoke about eating, “Highly recommend and Pizza and it was all amazing... The food is great,
Facebook and Tripadvisor. reason to be happy when they leave. Plates & Bowls is handmade ground chicken breast kabob with spices. rolls, crispy golden tempura, hot and flavourful udon Chicken on the Rocks - finely carved chicken shawarma they have a nice wine selection, but most importantly
Reviewers commonly use terms such as “amazing all about the ‘Guest’, not the customer. Here, everybody is Popular side dishes include Aloo Paratha and Kabob and more. We strive for excellent service, use fresh on a bed of rice with Osmow’s famous sauces. If you like the staff is incredible. The owner, Hanson, is wonderful,
– wonderful – so good – must try.” Impressively, many a chef. Our model is built around flexibility,” said Hassan. Paratha. Many mentioned the Mango Nana Smoothie ingredients, have a warm and comfortable ambiance spicy you must try their Suicide Spicy level… We got the and their manager Marianne is just the best server we
of the reviewers took time to write 70-100 words about He hopes that Plates & Bowls will become a franchising and the Pongo Peach Smoothie. and most importantly serve delicious food.” ‘Just Chicken’ with garlic and hummus, and french fries. have ever had.'
their experience, which is above and beyond the average model. For now, he lives nearby and his three sons are I personally had lunch at Plates & Bowls and found the Kato Sushi is not an all-you-can-eat place, but rather They tasted great and the portions were fair... I already
12-word review that is usually accompanied by a thumbs each studying to become something great: cardiac experience to be consistent with the reviews, and I was à la carte. The interior is clean and the food fresh. With knew that this was a heavy meal which is why we decide OTHER BALLANTRAE 4.0-4.5 STARS:
up or down. surgeon, mechanical engineer and a lawyer. full beyond dinner. take-out, paid in cash, there is a 10% off discount. to share it in the first place.” Wok Chef
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SAVOUR STOUFFVILLE
CONTRIBUTORS
Millennial Giving
MATTERS
with CASSANDRA PAPAS
BACK
with DAVE MILLS
the largest influences on businesses. The OG hundreds of hours to worthy causes and has explained the positive impact of the Tipperary
influencers, if you will. Millennial choices donated thousands of dollars to the commu- Care Fund. “I had a meeting with a guidance
matter and affect what restaurants you might nity through her own charitable efforts. Now counselor at Glad Park public school to dis-
see popping up all around you. before we get into details, I wanted to know cuss ways I and the Care Fund could help”.
Millennials could bring about the death what inspired her to give back and do the Glad Park is in Lorrie’s immediate commu-
of canned tuna and processed Kraft cheese, things she does for her community. nity. While in the meeting she could hear a
even homeownership but let’s focus on what Lorrie had a friend who had cancer and she couple kids asking if they could get some bas-
we’ve created – decadent food trends! If you started raising money on cancer walks, golf ketballs or scorer balls to play with outside.
look at many of the recent food trends there’s a tournaments and other events. “The golf tour- Lorrie was surprised to hear that they didn’t
high demand for convenience, on-the-go food, ney was started to fundraise for the weekend have enough balls for these kids to play with.
experience-based eating and decadence. to end breast cancer”. Said Lorrie “When no “After the meeting, I went straight over to
Since pretty much half of Millennials have a one wanted to continue the walk I took it over Canadian Tire and bought every soccer and
side hustle it’s no wonder that many don’t have and made it the Servers of Stouffville”. Two basketball they had and brought them back to
time to cook. There’s been a huge demand for years ago, when the business was consuming the school,” she said. "I never saw the kids kick
Long-winded prose most definitely has a quick meals but without sacrificing health. The Tipperary Care Fund all her time Lorrie found she couldn't devote a ball or shoot hoops, but I hope that I inspired
place, but is that place in the past? Keep Here in Stouffville, there are plenty of options the time needed. One day while talking to them to keep playing and be active instead of
up to date with this new #OTR feature for takeout and on-the-go, even for those who Keeping in line with the food theme this Mike Humphreys and explaining she wasn’t turning to a screen."
that will consist of lists and succinct are wary of processed foods. Freshii has been month I thought there would be no better able to devote the time needed Mike simply Lorie went on the explain, she received a
information for those busy millennials. a welcome addition to the Longo’s plaza, with person to spotlight than Lorrie Ramsay of the asked, “how can I help?” Long story short, The request from a mother that wanted her child
Millennials are the generation that keto options you can find something for any Tipperary Taphouse. The Tipperary celebrat- Tipperary Care Fund was born. to be able to take swimming lessons but was
includes those born between 1980 and diet fad you happen to be participating in. ed its 5th anniversary on March 1st. Lorrie $30 short of the registration fees. Of course,
You ate salads for most of the week and
2003 and are probably still living in their The menu also has a robust list of juices and explained owning a bar is not for the faint of this was a no brainer for Lorrie, and she gave
Friday comes around you think, tonight is the
parents’ basement. smoothies to get those nutrients in when you heart. I showed up on what would be the cold- her $30 and that child got to take swimming
night- the night you order something savory,
can. est day so far in the winter of 2019/2020, the lessons. “That makes it all worth it to me,” said
delicious and soul-soothing food. Usually,
My personal favourite is the Immune Elixir. Tipperary’s heat was out all morning. Dealing Lorrie.
pizza is what comes to mind, it’s easy and it’s
It’s a little 74ml lemon, ginger and honey juice with that while Lorrie prepared for the day The Tipperary Care Fund golf tournament
everywhere - it’s even in Ballantrae. While
that will help keep your immune system wearing her winter coat and scarf was not a is still ongoing every year and Lori said that
Pho may be a new concept to some, pizza is
strong. typical morning by any stretch. Needless to 75% of her supports have been there from the
tried and true - so is Nonno Crupi’s Pizza.
If the Elixir fails and you do happen to catch say, she had it all worked out by lunch and the beginning.
This family-owned gem right on Highway 48
a cold and feel like you need some soup – think Tipperary was warm again.
is exactly the kind of pizza you need, and the
about the coolest soup experience you could Five years have gone by fast for Lori, as
Yelp reviews definitely agree.
have and that brings us to Pho. This dish is we sit and reminisce about the fine estab- [left]
Online feedback is a great tool and a quick
technically pronounced “fuh,” but I won’t lishments Lori has worked at, I asked her Lorri Ramsay explains that The Tipperary
search shows that this pizza joint consistent- Care Fund assists children and young adults
judge you. It’s a Vietnamese soup that is what made her decide to open her own pub.
ly has a steady stream of loyal customers that who for financial reasons are not able to take
normally made with a bone-beef broth, rice I found out this isn’t Lori’s first restaurant. In
have been enjoying this authentic pizza for part in extracurricular activities.
noodles, and raw thinly sliced beef which gets 1989 Lorrie had a restaurant in Madoc called
over a decade. Pizza goes beyond generations.
cooked in the broth. Each bowl is completely Kramps Family Restaurant serving breakfast,
While the twenty-something’s might be whip-
unique based on how you might like it. The lunch and dinner. Lori has always wanted to
ping out their phone to boomerang opening
dish is often topped with plenty of fresh herbs, open up her own place in Stouffville. On her The Tipperary celebrated its 5th
the pizza box it’s something everyone can
like cilantro and basil, fresh crunchy bean road to opening the Tipperary, she said she Anniversary February 29th with raffles fea-
enjoy!
sprouts, and tart lime. has always had the support of the local com- turing Leaf tickets, a TV and many other
If you are looking for something to pick up
If the idea of raw meat freaks you out not to munity and when the opportunity came, she The Tipperary Care Fund assists children items. All proceeds go to charity.
and eat in your car on the way to job number
worry there are cooked meat and vegetarian took it. I asked her where the name Tipperary and young adults who for financial reasons are If you would like to support the Tipperary
two, or if you are looking to use the dining
alternatives. Pho Basil on Main Street is the came from. She said between owning Kramps not able to take part in extracurricular activ- Care Fund you can drop by the Tipperary
experience to socialize and connect with
We’re More Than Just place to check out if you want to get the Pho friends there are plenty of options within
Family Restaurant and opening the Tipperary ities. Activities such as music, dance, the arts, Taphouse and see Lorrie or go to Facebook
Avocado Toast craving. The staff are amazing and are always Stouffville borders.
here in Stouffville it has been a “long road to song, gymnastics, martial arts, crafts and and search up Tipperary Care Fund.
happy to help explain what to expect from Tipperary” and thought the name would be swimming, to name a few. Lorrie and Mike
Contrary to popular belief, people under Use #MyWSTown on your social media to be fitting. belie ve activities like these are often over- CONTACT Dave Mills, david@stouffville.com
some items on the menu.
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