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Find a place to dine or find a culinary experience right here in EG

Farm fresh flavour is kind of a big deal in East Gwillimbury.

Treat yourself to a full-fledged farm to fork experience by exploring our culinary experiences, ample picnicking opportunities and wonderful area restaurants.

Immerse yourself in our unique culinary experiences and take a self-guided tour to select ingredients for the best Thanksgiving dinner ever! Visit our lively farmer’s market to hand pick local delicacies. Or hand churn your own sage butter using heritage techniques at the Sharon Temple.

In East Gwillimbury, we’ve turned picnicking into an art form. There are over 40 parks to visit, the architecturally-stunning Sharon Temple Historic Site and Museum, as well as our very own naturist park!

Looking for a world class meal during your visit? We’ve got you covered! Many of our restaurants use local ingredients wherever possible, so each meal dances with fresh flavours and colours. At breakfast, lunch and dinner, our inventive chefs prepare tantalizing meals that will make your taste buds sing!

Restaurants

There’s something to please every palate in East Gwillimbury – from hearty pub fare to authentic Italian cuisine, vegetarian-friendly cafés and a classic Canadian food truck! The best part? Many local restaurants source ingredients directly from area farmers and producers so guests enjoy a fresh and flavourful experience. Sink your teeth into our culinary choices and get ready to be dazzled by our gastronomic flair!

Our Latest Restaurants Added

Milestones

Lions & Sun Bar and Lounge

The Lloyd House Restaurant & Pub

Lighthouse Cafe

Kelsey's

Firehouse Subs

Experiences

In East Gwillimbury, we’re proud of our farmers and producers. Get to know what our abundant agricultural region has to offer with a self-guided driving tour of area farms or browse the vibrant farmer’s market. Be sure to stop by the Sharon Temple to make your own sage butter – once you try it, it will become a staple at your dinner table!

Farm to Fork Tour

Every October, visitors flock to East Gwillimbury for the opportunity to select fresh, local ingredients to make an unforgettable Thanksgiving feast. This self-guided tour will lead you through our many farms for an unparalleled farm to fork experience.

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Farmer's Market

Join our farmers and producers every Thursday from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm to stock up on fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, meats, cheeses and so much more! A popular community attraction, the Farmer’s Market also features live music, baking contests and themed events like Christmas in July.

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Historic Sage Butter Making

At the Sharon Temple, you can make fresh butter by hand using techniques from the 1800s! When you pick fragrant sage from the Heritage Herb Garden and blend it into the butter, you will experience a unique savoury delight.

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Picknicking

Pack up the picnic basket – preferably with farm fresh fruits, veggies and other local goodies – and dine al fresco in one of East Gwillimbury’s many picnic areas. Explore one of over 40 parks, spend the day at the Sharon Temple Historic Site and Museum, or dare to go bare at the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park! Wherever you set your blanket, you’ll find fresh air, friendly locals and activities to please the whole family.

Find a park with our interactive map