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How to Keep it in The County this January during Ontario’s Return to Step Two

We didn’t expect this to be our first blog post of 2022, but here we are. Ontario has temporarily returned to a modified Step Two of the Roadmap to Reopen, and we’re sharing some of the ways you can continue to support your favourite County spots amidst the latest restrictions.

This information is accurate as of January 10th, 2022. As always, we recommend checking in directly with operators as this information is subject to change. Visit our COVID-19 pageΒ for more information.

 

Retail Therapy

Another great way to support County businesses at this time is to shop locally from your favourite main street and back road shops. Luckily, retail stores are allowed to remain open at 50% capacity for whatever you need (or want) to bring a little County into your lockdown experience. Most stores are remaining open, however, we recommend that you check in with them on Instagram or their website for details about their operations at this time, as some businesses have chosen to remain open for online shopping, curbside pickup, or delivery only.

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Art at Home

While some local galleries in The County operate seasonally, some remain open year-round. Those galleries have also had to close as part of the return to Step Two. If you want to show support for local artists and galleries, be sure to check out the Arts Trail and Prince Edward County Arts Council websites to discover local artists, galleries, and their online collections.

 

Take out to Dine In (at home)

Indoor dining is closed again, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still support some of your favourite County eateries during this time. While some have chosen to take this time off to recuperate after a challenging 2021, many are offering their menu for take-out or are cooking up lockdown specials to help spice up your at-home meals. Need something delivered? Contact County Carry Out here.

 

The newly reopened The Royal Hotel is now open to guests, but everyone can enjoy their selection of breads, pastries, sandwiches, salad bowls and coffee from their Counter Bar. Also, starting January 7th they’ll be offering a limited menu for takeout.

 

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Picnic‘s Picton cafe is closed, but Picnic’s catering arm is offering special weekend menus for pre-order that can be picked up from their Wellington kitchen.

Local chef Matthew Demille is offering up his popular winter feasts for pre-order and delivery in The County and surrounding area.

Lily’s Cafe next to Books & Company is open for takeout only.

Flame + Smith in Bloomfield is closed until January 21st for Winter break. Be sure to stay tuned to Instagram for information about operations after that date.

Also in Bloomfield, Bermuda is open for takeout from Friday – Sunday with a limited menu of new items and old favourites. Limited time slots are available so call ahead to book.

The Vic Drive-In is open for takeout (walk-in, call ahead, or order online) with a smaller menu full of diner favourites, as well as daily dinner specials like Wacky Wednesday.

Don’t worry, you can still get your Acoustic Grill fix! They’ll be open for takeout Thursday – Monday.

555 Brewing is holding down the fort and will be open daily for retail beer sales, takeaway pizza, and outdoor dining on their covered and heated patio. They also have a 2 for $25 pizza offer from Sunday – Thursday every week.

The Bean Counter is temporarily closed for maintenance until mid-January. They’ll be open for takeout once that’s complete.

Over in Wellington, Midtown Brewing is offering takeout only, 7 days a week. You can order their full menu alongside delicious craft beer. They also have make-your-own pizza kits, great for a fun meal with the kids.

 

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Piccolina Mercato is open Wednesday – Sunday for takeout and retail, serving up fresh pastry and bread, prepared meals to reheat at home.

Idle Wild is open Thursday – Sunday 4-7 PM for takeout. Visit their Instagram to see their Main and Vegan menus and order ahead for pick-up.

7 Numbers Picton is open after January 6th for takeout and delivery of their regular menu, weekly specials, $60 “Dinner for Two” menu, and Winter Market items (fresh/frozen take-home trays, and fresh foccacia with 24hr notice).

Over in Consecon, Strato’s Pizzeria will be open after January 6th for takeout after completing some maintenance.

Blue Sail Seafood Company‘s seafood market will be open from Thursday – Sunday, and they are also offering DIY Seafood Dinner Starter Kits that you can order online from their website. They won’t be offering takeout right away, but keep checking their Instagram for updates.

GOOD Place in Wellington is open daily for grocery or takeout.

Stella’s Wine Bar will be serving up takeout for pick-up Friday through Tuesday from 5-8 PM.

Consecon’s Adega Wine Bar is closed, but keep an eye out on their Instagram for at-home wine club offerings.

Bocado will be offering up a different prix fixe takeout menu each weekend from Thursday through Sunday. Check their Instagram for the current menu.

The Lunch Box is open for take-out during their regular hours from January 10th.

Bantam will be closed until January 19th but will reopen with a takeout menu and modified hours. Check Instagram for details in the coming weeks.

Suejo Korean Restaurant, Beacon Bike + Brew, and Angry Birdz are all open for takeout with their regular menu.

Butter Dream Cakes is closed until February 11th except for custom order pick-up or deliveries. Check out their new online shop complete with new cake trays, cake tasting boxes, and cookie boxes.

The Marans is closed for holiday until January 12th – be sure to follow them on Instagram for news about operations after that date.

 

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Stella’s Eatery in Waupoos is temporarily closed, but they’re serving takeout at Stella’s Wine Bar in Picton.

The County Canteen‘sΒ full menu is available for takeout, or you can brave the weather on their heated and covered outdoor patio. Also be sure to check out their Sunday Family Dinner Series in which they serve up a different themed feast for four each Sunday.

Bloomfield Public House Market, Merrill House,Β  East & Main Bistro, Koenji Whisky, Hello Bonjour, and La Condesa are closed for holiday throughout January.

The Waring House and Drake Devonshire are open for room bookings, but their restaurants are closed except for providing take-out to guests.

Lighthouse Restaurant is temporarily closed, but be sure to keep an eye out on their social media for details about reopening.

Blumen Garden Bistro is closed for the season and looks forward to welcoming you back in the Spring.

Saigon Restuarant is closed until late January before resuming takeout.

Flossie’s Sandwiches is closed for the season and is due to reopen at Carson’s Garden Market in April.

 

Bring the Source to You

If you’re looking to enjoy some County libations during your lockdown, most of the region’s craft beverage makers offer online shopping options or curbside pickup. Some are safely offering distanced outdoor tastings with a limited capacity if you are up braving the weather.

Wine

Rosehall Run is closed until January 28th but they are open online 24/7.

Huff Estates is closed for tastings, but their bottle shop is open for retail and they are open online 24/7.

The tasting room and bottle shop at The Grange of Prince Edward is closed, but they are open online 24/7.

At Trail Estate you can visit their retail shop after January 19th, but they are open online 24/7 in the meantime.

Casa Dea‘s tasting room and bottle shop are temporarily closed, but you can shop online 24/7

Sandbanks Estates Winery‘s retail store open is open at 50% capacity for shopping or curbside pickup, or you can shop online. As with other wineries they are not offering tastings at this time.

Broken Stone Winery’s Β tasting room and bottle shop is closed until spring, but they are open online for delivery or curbside pickup.

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Traynor Family Vineyard’s bottle shop is open at 50% capacity and you can safely enjoy a pour on their heated patio. You can also shop online for contactless curbside pickup or delivery.

Outdoor tastings at Three Dog Winery are closed until February, but they are online open for curbside pickup or delivery (free shipping when you order 6 bottles or more).

Harwood Estate Vineyard is closed, but you can shop online 24/7, along with Stanners Vineyards, Cape Vineyards, and Terra Estate Winery.

Lighthall Vineyards is closed for tastings, but their retail store is open for wine and cheese purchases. You can also shop online for delivery or call for curbside pickup

Waupoos Estates Winery‘s tasting room and restaurant are temporarily closed, but they are open online for curbside pickup or delivery.

Hinterland Wine Company, Karlo Estates, Lacey Estates, Hillier Creek, and Gravel Hill Vineyard have all closed their tasting rooms, but you can shop their selection online.

At Redtail Vineyards you can visit their bottle shop and enjoy a pour safely outdoors on their covered patio. Contactless pickup is available for online orders, as well as delivery.

Exultet Estates is closed for tastings until April, but their Bottle shop is open by chance or appointment, or you can online for delivery.

Del-Gatto Estates is closed for winter, but they are open online for delivery.

Sugarbush Vineyards Β is closed until February but open online for delivery or curbside pickup.

The Old Third is closed for Winter.

Closson Chase is closed for the season, reopening for tastings on February 5, 2022

 

Beer

Parsons Brewing’s bottle shop is open daily and from January 14th onward their skating rink is open daily for your enjoyment on a pay-what-you-can basis. Check out the “Rink” highlight on their Instagram for more details. You can also order online 24/7 for brewery pickup or delivery.

At Prince Eddy’s Brewing, you can visit their bottle shop in person and enjoy their outdoor patio (the aprΓ¨s vibes are strong), but they are also open online for curbside pickup or contactless delivery.

You can cozy up at the outdoor fire pits and visit the retail shop at Slake Brewing when they reopen after the holidays on January 8th. With the freezing rain lately, be sure to check their Instagram for updates about brewery road safety!

 

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Gillingham Brewing‘s bottle shop and covered, the heated beer garden is open for pours, lunch, and weekend oysters. Follow them on Instagram for updates about kitchen collaborations with other local faves.

Matron Fine Beer‘s bottle shop, outdoor patio is open for floofy pours and tasty bites from their kitchen. They also have General Assembly pizzas available for purchase along other great take-home snacks.

 

Mead & Spirits

Kinsip is not offering tastings at this time, but they are open online for local pickup or delivery.

Millefleurs is closed for tastings in January & February, but you can shop their mead as well as their honey and lavender products in their online shop.

Honey Pie Hives & Herbals is closed for the season until May 1, but you can shop their mead, honey and herbal products on their website.

 

Cider

Loch Mor‘s tasting room is closed but you can order online for delivery or local pickup.

Clafeld Cider‘s market and tasting room are closed, but you can order online for pickup (pickup across the road at Waupoos Estates Winery) or delivery.

Stock & Row is open Saturdays for pick-up or online 24/7 for delivery.

Crimson Cider‘s bottle shop is open or you can shop online 24/7 for curbside pickup or delivery.

The County Cider Company is closed until March, but you can order their cider online for delivery.

 

 

See something missing or need something updated? Send us an email at tourism@pecounty.on.ca.

 

 

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To have this winter experience, be sure to follow @parsonsbrewing for updates about the opening of their winter rink. This experience is of course subject to the weather! We're 🀞 for colder temps so we can enjoy the rink for as long as possible! ⁠
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