What makes Lodges of Blue Mountain special is that we offer guests the comforts of “a home away from home”. And its not more evident than in the upcoming weeks in Collingwood, whether a participant or a spectator of the World Cup Ski & Snowboardcross and Audi FIS Ski Cross World Cup, you can keep the excitement going from the slopes with a group of friends and settle in to watch the Superbowl.
Winter foods typically mean one thing: comfort. Regardless of the climate, we crave the root vegetables and braised meats that go with the season and keep our bellies full and warm. Luckily, almonds in all their forms guarantee these dishes taste as indulgent and delicious as the very things we crave.
Do you have a weakness for chocolate, almond and shortbread? 
This is the perfect holiday treat for you.
Alleviate the stresses of holiday entertaining this season by bringing California casual to your soiree – where a laid back approach to food and wine sets the tone of the event. At a time when Canadians are budget and time strapped, hosts can look to California wine country, the birthplace of modern entertaining trends, and host a social and relaxed holiday celebration with food friendly wines and flavourful small plates.
“In California and at our winery we’re increasingly trending toward grazing style entertaining – a budget conscious and stress free approach that serves simple and tasty small plate appetizers paired with fruit forward, affordable and easy to drink wine styles such as Pinot Noir or Pinot Grigio,” said winemaker David Mirassou, from Mirassou Winery and America’s oldest winemaking family. “The holidays are truly about spending time with family and friends and wine and food should be all about bringing us together, which is the philosophy at the heart of California wine country.”
The Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance presents the The Apple Pie Trail this summer and fall. The trail takes place all around Ontario, but for those of you who are staying in Blue Mountain/Collingwood this summer or fall – you’re in luck! The apple trail will be taking place right in the heart of Blue Mountain! You will be able to take a ride on the Ridge Runner, hike in the scenic mountains, relax at the spa, and enjoy delicious apple pie in the Village.
The trail has already begun, and it will end on October 1st, 2011.
Check out: http://applepietrail.ca/apple-pie-trail-adventures for more information.
Over the last couple of months we’ve been conducting a poll amongst knowledgeable locals as to what the best restaurants are in the Blue Mountain Collingwood area. There are lots of great places to eat in the area and it seems a new one opens every month so a select panel of local foodies narrowed it down to a list of 21. Then the voting began.
Here are the results!
Tied for 10th (more…)
There are over 30 restaurants in Collingwood alone and dozens more in the surrounding area. And each season new ones open. Some are great additions to the area’s growing reputation as mixing fine dining with small town goodness. Some not so much.
So it’s no wonder that our guests are looking for advice on where to dine when they come visit.
So we’re putting out the call to rank the top restaurants. We’ve compiled a list of 20 potential candidates.
So, if you had a culinary fan coming up for a week-long tour, where would you send them?
Just click on your answer below. Vote for as many as you think qualify as the ‘best’.
Are there some absolutely fantastic restaurants that we’ve missed?
Got a hunger for sampling the best food and drink the Blue Mountain area has to offer? In addition to some outstanding restaurants, the rural area around Collingwood offers some great treats. Here’s five ideas to store away for your Ontario summer vacation.
Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery
Located north of Hwy 26 between Meaford and Owen Sound in the town of Annan, Coffin Ridge Boutique Winery is Grey County’s first winery. Creating small batches of wines from locally grown grapes, Coffin Ridge has become a popular spot for locals, selling out all it’s wine in 2009.
They offer tours of the winery and orchard plus wine tastings and special events. Call ahead or visit the website to get hours and details about events. 519-371-9565 or http://www.coffinridge.ca
Ted’s Range Road Diner
If you’re looking for casual dining with exotic fare, Ted’s Range Road Diner is just what you’re looking for. With items like emu, elk and alligator on the menu, it’s not for the timid palate or for vegetarians. It’s hearty food with a twist. Located west of Meaford and north of Hwy 26 on Grey Road 112 (formerly the Range Road). Call 519 538 1788 for reservations.
http://www.meaford.com/teds/index.htm#Our%20Menu
The Apple Pie Trail
The area between Owen Sound and Collingwood, along Georgian Bay, is prime apple growing area. And where there’s apples, there is (more…)
