Foodie Shop Adventures

The Bee Good Shop

2069 Dundas St, Cardinal, Ontario

A thoughtfully curated shop offering a wide selection of sustainable, eco-friendly, and locally made products. Browse a mix of specialty food items, pantry staples, and unique gift options, many sourced from Ontario producers. Whether you’re picking up something for yourself or creating a custom gift basket, this welcoming shop is full of good things to discover.

Located in the heart of Village of Cardinal, just moments from the St. Lawrence River.

844-545-5372

Hours: Wednesday to Sunday

The Butcher Shop

595 Stewart Boulevard, Brockville, Ontario

Planning an epic barbecue? Pick up anything from a few hamburgers to a whole pig. Steaks, roasts, marinated skewers, chicken, store-made sausages, turkeys and more are available. The store offers a large selection of rubs, sauces and condiments. Owners Tanya and Rick Orr also stock local honey, cheesecakes, baked goods, maple syrup, salad dressing, eggs, pierogi, gluten-free items and more. Don’t miss the cheese and deli counter, plus the freezers filled with take-home meals. The Butcher Shop is also well known for its freshly made subs and sandwiches.

Just on the edge of the city, with a friendly cow statue waiting to greet you.

613-342-0664

Hours: Year-round, Monday to Saturday

Forfar Dairy

1536 County Road 42, Portland, Ontario

Small, local factories supply large blocks of aged cheddar cheese to this homey country store, where staff cut and package the cheese for retail sale. Squeaky-fresh curds are also delivered throughout the week—if you’re looking for a change from the ordinary, pick up some garlic or salsa curds, which are flavoured on site. Imported cheeses are available, too, and you can build a beautiful gift basket by adding local pickles, jams, sauces and maple syrup to your cheese selections.

A country stop that shares a location with the Sunflower Bake Shop.

613-272-3444

Hours: Year-round, daily

Hall's Apple Market

2930 2nd Concession Road, Brockville, Ontario

Hall’s sells 22 varieties of apples, presses its own apple cider and makes apple butter. You can also buy butter tarts, cookies and 20 types of pies from the onsite bakery. On the shelves and in the coolers, you’ll discover local and regional foods ranging from quiches and cheeses to maple syrup, sunflower oil, jam and Mrs. McGarrigle’s mustards. A short country drive east of Brockville, this charming, family-owned shop has been a popular road trip stop since 1947.

A country store and bakery in a scenic location surrounded by orchards.

613-342-6320

Hours: Year-round, daily

Also a Bottle & Barrel Adventure and Fresh Baked Adventure!

Healthily Ever After

118 Brock Street West, Merrickville, Ontario

When you shop at Merrickville's health foods store, you'll find a wide range of gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, organic and other whole-food offerings. The shop’s staffers are passionate about supporting local and carry grass-fed meats, non-GMO poultry, organic dairy, eggs, produce, coffee, teas and more from over 20 farms and producers in Leeds Grenville and Lanark counties. They also stock healthy beverages and grab-and-go snacks for those on the fly—perfect for camping or a treat by the locks!

Just off the main street in the heart of a bustling historic shopping destination.

613-269-4341

Hours: Year-round, Tuesday to Sunday; closed Sunday from Thanksgiving to Victoria Day

Little Barcelona

991 Industrial Road, Unit D, Prescott, Ontario

A bit off the beaten path is this tasty surprise: a store selling high-quality Spanish pantry goods, cheeses and meats. Marc Gomez Segu’s carefully curated stock includes bomba rice—ideal for making paella—and Joselito ham, which is sliced to order in house. You’ll also find imported almonds, mineral water, extra-virgin olive oil from a centuries-old vineyard, premium chocolate and gourmet tinned seafood. Leave time for tasty tapas or a full meal in the onsite restaurant.

Just off Highway 401, within a short drive of the RiverWalk District and parks.

613-918-0702

Hours: Year-round, Tuesday to Saturday

Mrs. McGarrigle's Fine Food Shop

311 St. Lawrence Street, Merrickville, Ontario

Proudly celebrating Over 30 years in business and six international awards, Mrs. McGarrigle’s offers 14 handmade mustards, plus chutneys, vinaigrettes and spice blends, all made on site. Featuring local ingredients in products and local products in store, the shop loves to put the spotlight on other small producers. The 3,000-square-foot store not only features local producers, but also imported olive oils, British treats, and a selection of housewares and kitchen tools. Passionate about food, the company has also launched cooking classes, take-home meals and to-go charcuteries.

In the heart of a bustling historic shopping destination.

613-269-3752

Hours: Year-round, daily

Pickle & Myrrh

110 Main Street East, Merrickville, Ontario

So, why is a shop that specializes in caramels called Pickle & Myrrh? Well, those were the nicknames of the original co-founders’ daughters! Today, the charming shop—located in what was once a 19th-century law office, complete with a documents vault—sells a dizzying array of handmade caramels and caramel sauces. Founder and now owner Erin Kergen says the sea salt caramels are the stars, outselling all others by 10 to one. Look for gift baskets filled with caramels and other local foods. You’ll also find fine foods from local and other independent makers.

Steps from Merrickville Blockhouse National Historic Site and the shopping district.

613-621-4141

Hours: Year-round, daily

Ridgway Confections

159 Main Street, Seeley's Bay, Ontario

First, Cindy Healy and Derek Ouellet bought a Victorian doctor’s house in tiny Seeley’s Bay. There, they started making chocolates as a “fun retirement project.” And then, the plan expanded! These days, the doctor’s former waiting room is an opulent chocolate shop, where every visitor gets a free sample of goodies made with Belgian Callebaut chocolate. House-made sponge toffee is also a top seller. In summer, homemade ice cream coated in Belgian chocolate is a popular treat and available in many flavours, including dairy-free choices.  

A distinctive Victorian home, a short drive from scenic Haskins Point on the Rideau Canal.

613-532-4468

Hours: Year-round, Friday to Sunday

Rosie Yumski's Fine Foods

1 Bedford Street, Westport, Ontario

Customers are so keen for Rosie Yumski’s gourmet foods and housewares that the shop recently moved to bigger premises. Local foods—including coffee from Shabean Coffee Roastery in Seeley’s Bay, maple syrup from Little Rideau Farm in Westport and Mrs. McGarrigle’s mustard from Merrickville—are available. You’ll also find jams, cocktail syrups, dressings, dips, hot sauces and other products from across Ontario and beyond, along with quality cookware, tea towels, utensils, teapots and more.

In the heart of a vibrant shopping village.

613-273-8750

Hours: Year-round, daily

The Tipsy Goat

1113 Prince Street, Lansdowne, Ontario

The Tipsy Goat is a unique market, social house  and licensed cafe offering a mix of specialty foods, local products, and artisan goods. Visitors can browse a selection of pantry items, handcrafted goods, and locally sourced offerings while enjoying a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. With a focus on supporting local makers and creating a space to gather, it’s a distinctive stop to shop, sip, and connect in the community.

Located in the village of Lansdowne, serving as a central stop within this small but vibrant rural community

613-561-2177

Hours: Hours: June to December, Friday to Sunday.

Wendy's Country Market

408 Fortune Line Road, Lyndhurst, Ontario

Located in a former schoolhouse at a quiet rural crossroads, Wendy’s stocks products from more than 70 producers within a 100-mile area. Shop for cured meats, artisanal cheeses, preserves, produce, eggs, dairy, frozen entrées and more. Don’t miss the in-house baked goods, which include gluten-free options and Wendy’s popular sourdough bread. The market and farm also organize farm-to-table dinners, cooking classes, gardening classes, concerts and other events. You can even buy plants!

A winding countryside drive to a local foodie haven.

613-561-2177

Hours: Thursday & Friday 11:00 am to 5 pm, Saturday between 11:00 am and 6:00 pm, Sundays 10:00 am to 3 pm. Year-round.