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Arts & Entertainment


  • Best Art Gallery or Art Space:

    Art Windsor-Essex

    From boutique art stores to expansive art galleries, there are plenty of places showcasing Windsor Essex artwork. Which is your favourite?

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  • Best Entertainment Venue:

    The Colosseum at Caesars Windsor

    With thousands of fans flocking to one venue to check out the biggest names in entertainment – concerts, comedy, theatre shows and more – which…

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  • Best Museum or Heritage Space:

    John R. Park Homestead

    Our roots of Windsor Essex are entrenched in Canadian history – from Prohibition to the War of 1812 to the Underground Railroad and beyond. What…

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  • Best Theatre Company:

    Windsor Symphony Orchestra

    They couldn’t welcome you in a theatre space – but they welcomed you through tablets, phones & computers to see them live! Which productions do…

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  • Best Tour Experience:

    WindsorEats

    Outdoor adventure. Food & drink. History & arts. Entertainment & shopping. There are plenty of companies offering tours in the region – which one is…

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Attractions & Events


  • Best Local Attraction: Family Friendly:

    Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens

    There is lots to do indoors & out – outdoor fun, mini golf, arts & crafts & more. What is your favourite place to take…

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  • Best Local Attraction: Gaming:

    Caesars Windsor

    The roll of the dice and the thrill of the win – where do you go in the region to play a game of chance?

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  • Best Local Attraction: Historical:

    Fort Malden National Historic Site

    Our roots of Windsor Essex are entrenched in Canadian history – from Prohibition to the War of 1812 to the Underground Railroad and beyond. What…

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  • Best Local Festival: Arts:

    Art in the Park

    Paintings, sculptures, handmade treasures & more. It’s your chance to meet the makers of their crafts. Which local art festival is the best?

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  • Best Local Festival: Community Holiday Event:

    Bright Lights Windsor

    Holiday cheer happens all around the region – and we all have a special way to celebrate the season. What is your favourite holiday themed…

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  • Best Local Festival: Family & Fairs:

    Harrow Fall Fair

    From agricultural fairs to community festivals, from street parades to firework celebrations, where do your kids say you must go every year?

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  • Best Local Festival: Food & Drink:

    Carrousel of the Nations

    We have plenty of events where you can eat and drink locally sourced cuisine and libations. Which one do you love to head out to?

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  • Best Local Festival: Music:

    Bluesfest Windsor

    From smooth jazz to rock and roll to folk music & acoustic jams, there are plenty of festivals to get an earful in the region….

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  • Best Local Festival: Street Event:

    Open Streets Windsor

    Street festivals kick out cars and pack the pavement with musical performances, activities and in most cases, food. These events are a great way to…

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Drink


  • Best Brewery Experience:

    Walkerville Brewery

    The craft beer scene is booming in Windsor Essex. Where is your favourite craft pint brewed?

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  • Best Coffee House:

    Anchor Coffee House

    Fresh ground, hand pressed, slow drip, fresh froth, artisanal blends, roasted in house. Coffee is a work of art. Which coffee house makes the best…

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  • Best The Art of the Cocktail:

    Wolfhead Distillery

    We’re talking hand shaken, meticulously crafted works of art poured into a glass. Where do you go for your favourite cocktail or martini – or…

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  • Best Winery Experience:

    Pelee Island Winery

    With 19 wineries in Windsor Essex, there are plenty of great bold reds & crisp whites to sip on your next winery tour. Which one…

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Food


  • Best Around The World Eats:

    Mazaar Lebanese Cuisine

    Windsor Essex is one of the most culturally diverse regions in Canada – and our eats match it! Shwarma, fattoush, tacos, pierogis, kibbi, baklava &…

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  • Best Asian Cuisine:

    Thai Palace

    The quality of Asian cuisine continues to grow in Windsor Essex – resourceful suppliers and knowledgeable diners have created an unmatched excellence at every level…

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  • Best Breakfast:

    The Twisted Apron

    From the greasy spoon offering bacon and eggs to stacks of fluffy pancakes and maple syrup, there are great breakfast bites in Windsor Essex. Where…

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  • Best Burger Joint:

    Mamo Burger Bar

    From grilled to pan fried, classic format to topped with your favourite guilty pleasures, where do you go for your favourite burger?

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  • Best Ice Cream:

    Dairy Freez

    Old-school custard outposts and soft-serve emporiums to new-wave artisan creameries – where do you go for a delicious frozen treat in Windsor Essex?

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  • Best One-of-a-Kind Food Event:

    Iron Kettle Bed & Breakfast Harvest Dinner

    The best food and the best drinks – all in a unique setting. Whether its dinner under the stars, on a beach, on a pier,…

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  • Best Pasta House:

    Spago

    Gnocchi. Spaghetti. Ravioli. Lasagna. Tagliatelle. The Windsor Essex pasta game is strong – where do you go for our favourite dish of pasta?

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  • Best Perch:

    Jack’s Gastropub
  • Best Pizza:

    Armando’s

    Known for its unique style of pizza – with locally sourced cheese, shredded pepperoni, crispy crust, and toppings that always go on top – where…

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  • Best Poutine:

    Frenchy’s Poutinery

    Fresh cut fries. Gravy. Canadian cheese curds. Then they add all the unique toppings. Where do you go for the best poutine in Windsor Essex?

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  • Best Sweet Treat:

    Sweet Revenge Bake Shop

    This covers it all – ice cream, hand made chocolates, cookies & cupcakes and more. Where do you go to satisfy your sweet tooth in…

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  • Best Vegan or Vegetarian:

    Carrots N’ Dates

    Some of the worlds top chefs are going vegetarian or vegan – and you can expect veggie-centric head-turners on menus in Windsor Essex. Where do…

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  • Best Wing Stop:

    Rock Bottom Bar & Grill

    Wings, club houses, broasted chicken, fish & chips and nachos. They’re all pub favourites! Where to you go in Windsor Essex to satisfy your pub-fare…

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Outdoor Adventure


  • Best Birding Hotspot:

    Point Pelee National Park

    DYK every year 40k+ visitors come to Windsor Essex every may to see 300+ species of birds migrate through our region? Where are the best…

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  • Best Golf Course:

    Kingsville Golf & Country Club

    Windsor Essex has one of the longest golf seasons in Canada, running from early April to November. Which is your favourite public course in the…

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  • Best On The Water Activity:

    Urban Surf Co.

    Windsor Essex is a 100 mile peninsula surrounded by water. From canoeing to paddleboarding to jetskiing and more, where do you go for an on-the-water…

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  • Best Outdoor Attraction:

    Point Pelee National Park

    If someone walks up to you on the street and says, “I wanna take a picture which best showcases the essence of region”, where would…

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  • Best Park or Garden:

    King’s Navy Yard Park

    Windsor Essex is a garden lover’s paradise with a plethora of flowers, trees and gardens dotting every community in the region. What is your favourite…

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  • Best Trail:

    Ganatchio Trail

    There are miles and miles of trails linking all of the communities across Windsor Essex. Which trail do you head to when you want to…

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Photo Op


  • Best Best Photo Op:

    Windsor Riverfront

    If someone walks up to you on the street and says, “I wanna take a picture which best showcases the essence of Windsor Essex”, where…

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Shopping


  • Best Antiques or Vintage Store:

    Timeless Treasures

    Giving a second life to a unique piece has become more than a trend. Where do you go in Windsor Essex to thrift and find…

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  • Best Mall:

    Devonshire Mall

    Some of the best designer and brand name fashions and accessories under one roof. Which is your favourite major shopping destination in Windsor Essex?

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  • Best Shopping District:

    Walkerville

    Quaint shops along the sidewalks, artisans selling their fare, and getting to know the local owners and operators. Which is your favourite shopping district (BIA)?

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  • Best WE Made It Store:

    Urban Art Market

    Hand made, unique, and from someone you can get to know! If someone asks where you can buy a Windsor Essex-made product or souvenir, which…

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Stay


  • Best Bed & Breakfast:

    Iron Kettle Bed & Breakfast

    With small town hospitality and charm at your finger tips at the 80+ bed and breakfasts in Windsor Essex – where do you go for…

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  • Best Campground:

    Leisure Lake RV Resort

    When you wanna rough it in the woods or in a site with all the amenities, there are plenty of outdoor spots to rest your…

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  • Best Cottage:

    Stone’s Throw Cottage

    From lake front views to cozy woodland lots, we have breathtaking views from all of the cottages dotting the countryside. What is your favourite cottage…

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  • Best Hotel | Motel:

    Caesars Windsor

    DYK Windsor Essex has 4,000+ hotel rooms in the region? Comfy sheets, cozy pillows, beautiful views and great hospitality. Where is your favourite place to…

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