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What is it: An assortment of food trucks from near and far have come back for a four-day event offering the best they have in poutine! Fans of poutine will love the multiple varieties that the different food trucks offer. Where is it: Poutine Feast can be found at the
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Who they are The Godfrey General Store has been one of the popular sites for groceries and gas for cottagers in the Godfrey area for quite some time. Loves Snack Shack is the perfect complement to the general store, with a variety of meals for cottage goers and locals. Where
Read moreWho are they Owned and operated by Jeff Roberts and Julia Jones. Their combined experience in the food service industry spans decades. Roberts worked at the Walt Disney Company and Jones served as the Food and Beverage Manager at the Shorelines Casino in Gananoque when it opened. Their commitment to
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Who they are: Nelson Andre, owner and grill master of West End Smokey, grew up in a home where some form of grilling was always happening. To Andre, he had always been involved in smoking meat, and opening his own food truck was a natural progression. He began purchasing
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The last official weekend of September. Yes – we’re about to turn over a new leaf, and usher in Halloween season! This Week … TONIGHT LIVE MUSIC: Stereo Nights @ King’s Town Brewing 7pm; No Cover – Intimate acoustic performances of original and cover songs from the 50’s to now
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I thought when September rolled around my days of food truck travels were over. This past summer I hiked from parking lots to city parks, and even a brewery looking for delicious food from a variety of sources. With the fall colours appearing on the trees, I never thought I
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On my journey through Kingston sampling food at a variety of food trucks, I have tasted some delicious meals, and some wonderful snacks. There was always one food truck I saw and wanted to try, but I never had the chance until my car needed an oil change at the
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By Bill Gowsell Traditionally, food trucks are well known for burgers, hot dogs, and greasy French fries. Today, food trucks range from your standard easy to carry meals like burgers and fries, to upscale cuisine. Recently Spearhead Brewery was offering a wine and food pairing night with Three Dog Winery
Read moreBy Bill Gowsell For many years, one of the only vegetables I survived on was potatoes. Whether it was mashed, baked, chip, twice baked, or in fry form, I devoured my vegetable in any meal setting. Now that I am older, my eating habits have gotten much better, but I
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Each year, Kingston celebrates great food with a variety of food festivals and other culinary-based celebrations. For the last few years, early June has been anticipated for the YGK Craft Beer (and food truck) Fest up at Fort Henry. Every July the annual Taste of Kingston celebrates local food vendors
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Ahmed Ali and his wife Hina Ahmed are the proud owners of the beloved juice bar known as Juicy Kik. What started as a “crazy idea” on the couple’s honeymoon, became a reality when they officially opened up their business in Portsmouth in 2014. Three years later, Juicy Kik has
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The #ygkchallenge is an ongoing series where we dare you to be different, resolve to be better, and or do something awesome in support of our beloved community. Each week, Kingstonist establishes a new, ambitious or quirky goal, encouraging you to step out of your comfort zone and do something
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