October 7, 2020
Fall Foodie Day-Trip
Niagara Falls is the ideal four-season destination for those looking to indulge their culinary curiosities. The autumn and winter seasons are especially vibrant, nature's vibrant fall leaves adjourn the scenic landscapes around the Falls and beginning on November 12th the stunning Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights animates the night will millions of sparkling lights. Explore the diverse variety of offerings that Niagara Falls has to offer from fine dining to casual craft breweries, thrilling attractions to relaxing outdoor excursions, award-winning wineries to luxurious spas. This Foodie Day-Tip itinerary in Niagara Falls will be the perfect outing for you and your foodie friends.
Start your foodie day-trip in Niagara Falls at Maple Leaf Place to experience the world's only indoor Maple Sugar Bush Experience. Sample 100% PURE Canadian Maple Syrup is available in three flavours: Light, Amber, and Dark. Each offers its own distinct color and taste. All flavours are perfect with your favourite foods, as an infusion in marinades and dressings, then as a culinary delicacy in your cooking, baking or cocktail.
Next treat yourself to a FREE sample of a truly Canadian maple delight - Maple Taffy. Made right in front of your eyes by pouring pure canadian maple syrup directly onto a freezing table, then as it slowly hardens, is gently rolled onto a wooden stir stick making a truly authentic Canadian maple treat. Watch our demonstration and learn how simple this is to do at home yourself.
In addition to its Sugar Bush Experience, Maple Leaf Place offers visitors a variety of things to see and do including Selfie Central, First Nations Wood Carving and the Marketplace.
Your second stop takes you to Clifton Hill to explore the Fudge Factory. Watch as fudge, candy apples, sponge toffee, brittle and beernuts are being made by the Candy Cooks using traditional recipes. Browse the candy bar featuring over fifty types of candy and chocolate.
Just a short walk from the Fudge Factory is the Niagara Brewing Company. Here you can sample their signature beers that showcase a range of flavours and dynamic pairings including seasonal offerings like the Pumpkin Pale Ale. This rustic-chic brewpub serves its brand of craft beers, plus artisanal snacks & sliders.
Treat your tastebuds while overlooking the thundering Falls at Niagara Parks' Table Rock House Restaurant. It's the closest that you can dine to the Canadian Horseshoe Falls! Delight your senses with open-flame cooking and stunning views for an exceptional dining experience at Table Rock House Restaurant, FeastOn certified since 2015.
End the day with a scenic drive into Niagara's Wine Country for a stop at 13th Street Winery. Visit their contemporary tasting bar and enjoy a guided sampling of wines or relax on the verandah and enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful vineyards during harvest season. Be sure to bring home your favourite bottles to enjoy later!
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Book your stay
With accommodations to suit every budget, you'll find the perfect hotel, motel, B&B or campground to enjoy your family getaway or couple's escape. Explore Niagara Falls' wide open green spaces and authentic experiences and take in the nightly Falls Illumination for a whole new view of the spectacular Canadian Horseshoe Falls.