Durham’s best pizza prize goes to…

You’ve asked and we’ve delivered. Well, not really delivered in the traditional sense as we’re not driving to your place with a hot, fresh pizza. But, we’re getting you started on finding your new favourite pizza in Durham Region’s downtowns. Whether you like it saucy, meaty, gluten- or dairy-free, plant-based or halal, there are endless […]

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Fun family-friendly trips east of Toronto

 If you’re looking for some family fun, plan an easy, family friendly day trip or overnight getaway in Durham Region!   With restaurants featuring tasty kids’ menus, hands-on museums, retro games, candy shops and, of course, ice cream, there are so many family friendly activities to discover in Durham.   Whether you have kids to entertain […]

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Rise and shine with Durham Region’s delicious breakfast spots

There’s something comforting about meeting friends for “the most important meal of the day.” From the squeak of the vinyl booth as you slide over to score a corner seat, to the reassuring weight of a coffee mug nestled in your hands, going out for breakfast has been ritual in Durham Region for a century. […]

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Eat Your Way Around the World in Durham Region’s Downtowns

Durham Region is a delicious place to live. With more than 1,300 farms and 13 farmers’ markets, there’s an abundance of fresh local food being grown right here in the region. Across the region, you can find everything from haggis to halal options. It truly does seem that a new small grocer is opening up […]

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11 downtown adventures for any occasion

Connect with us on social to tell us your favourite things to do in the region using #DurhamTourism! @DurhamTourism’s social: Twitter | Instagram | Facebook Downtown Ajax: Bowling and burritos For a fun night out, try pairing authentic Mexican food from Mexico Lindo with a few games of bowling at Ajax Bowling Centre! After sinking […]

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Give Your Home a Glow Up! 47 Downtown Home Décor Shops in Durham Region

Whether you’re looking for seasonal pieces that spark joy, cozy cushions for kicking back with a coffee, or art that brings your walls to life, there are so many local shops and businesses in Durham’s downtowns to explore.  And everyone knows that shopping pairs best with food, so while you’re out exploring Durham’s downtowns, don’t […]

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9 Places for Healthy Eats in Durham’s Downtowns

Did you know that trying new foods, or recipes is good for your health? If you want to relieve stress by getting creative in the kitchen, or you’re looking to support local restaurants and shops, there are lots of downtown takeout spots and grocery stores to be inspired by. Whether you want to eat less […]

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Get Your Pie Fix for Pi Day in Durham’s Downtowns

Pi Day, observed annually on March 14, was originally founded in 1988 as a celebration of the mathematical constant pi. Celebrations involve pi memorization competitions, discussions and pie eating. While we can’t help you out with the math side of things, we are experts on eating and shopping local. And eating while shopping local. And […]

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33 Beautiful Downtown Boutiques for Local Fashion Finds

From jersey knit tops to oh-so soft yoga pants, many of us have mastered the art of dressing comfortably during the stay-at-home phases over the last two years. If we’ve learned anything, it’s that comfort is key and “hard pants” are not the necessity we once thought they were. As we begin to re-emerge to […]

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Downtown Port Perry Spotlight: Port Cheese Co.

   Erin Foley, Owner of the Port Cheese Co., shares her story about opening her business in downtown Port Perry during Covid-19. View more videos from our downtown business owners and see how they’ve navigated their business through the pandemic. NOTE: At the time of publishing, Durham Region is under a STAY AT HOME […]

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Pickering Village Spotlight: Alleyne’s Gentlemen’s Grooming Centre

   Brenton Alleyne, Owner of Alleyne’s Gentlemen’s Grooming Centre in Pickering Village, takes us through how Covid-19 allowed him to take his business into a creative new direction. View more videos from our downtown business owners and see how they’ve navigated their business through the pandemic. NOTE: At the time of publishing, Durham Region […]

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Downtown Port Perry Spotlight: Cycle Life

   Elie Riviere, Owner of Cycle Life, shares his experience of opening a second location for his business in downtown Port Perry during Covid-19. View more videos from our downtown business owners and see how they’ve navigated their business through the pandemic. NOTE: At the time of publishing, Durham Region is under a STAY […]

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