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The best thing since sliced bread: The Bun Shoppe Bakery

Serving up fresh baked buns, breads, cookies, pies, and so much more, The Bun Shoppe (located at 10 King George Rd.) is a go-to place in Brantford to get your carb fix!

Serving chili? Pick up an ever-so-soft dinner roll to serve with it.  Having your social circle over for barbecued hamburgers? Buy your hamburger buns fresh the same day. Kids need a treat? Try The Bun Shoppe’s delicious M&M or chocolate chip cookies. Going for a picnic in the park? Get sandwich buns or bread and some...

Brantford Dining for Thai-Hard Fans

It’s hot outside, and we’re craving fresh ingredients with a bit zip of tang and Thai-ny bit of spice. Puns aside, Brantford has incredible Thai restaurants that we’d love for you to add to your takeout rotation. The servings are always generous, the food is always fresh and tasty, and if you’re like us, you probably don’t have all the amazing ingredients to make a comparable Thai dish at home.

If you love Thai food, you’re likely a Pad Thai afficianado, but did you know that this dish is not the...

Pick Your Own Strawberries

Summer couldn’t come at a better time! Nature is in full bloom and along with excitement buzzing over the ability to see family and friends again (in limited numbers), there are a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy for your next family outing.

June is the beginning of strawberry season. The lower prices in stores are a bonus, but why not pick your own this year? A safe activity to invite friends or grandparents to, berry picking is also certain to tire out your little munchkins and give you...

Shop with Oakhill Marketplace on Facebook Live

Trendy. Local. Shopping. And it’s open all year? This is music to our shopaholic ears.

Oakhill Marketplace, located at 39 King George Rd., showcases the homemade work of over 175 members, including: Our Natural Creations, B's Wraps, Mystical Scents, Wood N Things Custom Creations, Little Violet's Bowtique, TD's Toy Bunker, Taylor's Crafts and More.

From deliciously scented soy candles and oils to crystals, clothing, knick-knacks and everything else in between, Oakhill Marketplace boasts a wide...

Doodle to Go Kits Available from Crock a Doodle

A picture says a thousand words, but what about a painted pottery piece? We know one thing…the memories you make while painting a piece from Crock A Doodle will be countless. They have fun pieces ready to be painted for any age and any ability. The whole family can be included in the fun – even the dog and cat will give you a “paws up” when you paint them a colourful new bowl or treat container!   

Currently, Crock a Doodle is open for pickup of their Doodle to Go kits. These kits have...