Eat and Drink

Whether you're looking for family-friendly dining, the perfect spot for a date night, or places to pick up produce that's fresh from the farm, we have something for everyone here in Kawartha Lakes.

Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure through the region by visiting one of our many craft breweries or following the Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour. Your trip wouldn't be complete without a hand-scooped cone filled with farm-fresh Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream. Discover your favourite flavour or come back again to try them all.

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Cafes & Bakeries

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Craft Breweries

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Eat Fresh. Eat Local.

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Farmers' Markets

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Delicious Dining

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Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream

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Maple Syrup

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Experience the Best of Butter Tarts

The Kawarthas Northumberland Butter Tart Tour combines dozens of stops offering some of the best butter tarts in Ontario into one fun-filled, family-friendly tour. This self-guided tour runs year-round and offers over 50 stops to choose from.

Plan a day-trip or take a full weekend to taste-test your way through Kawartha Lakes. On land or by boat, there are endless ways to experience this tasty tour of the region.

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