Best Peach Pie — The Pie Plate

Savor the taste of a perfect dessert crafted with meticulous care from orchard-fresh fruit and baked to a golden perfection in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Best Chocolate Concoctions — BonBonBon

Satisfy your sweet tooth with a taste of Detroit as you discover an array of unique, artfully crafted treats.

Best Waterfalls — Canadian or New York

Which side will you fall for — the American or Canadian?

Best Pickle Shot — Reel Bar

Quench your thirst for something new and quirky with a legendary island favorite served on Put-in-Bay.

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Best Dahlias — Colour Pop Flowers

A fifth-generation flower grower in LaSalle, Ontario, invites visitors to pick their own blooms from a vibrant acre of more than 30,000 dahlias.

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Best Canal — Erie Canal Versus Welland Canal

Get a closer look at the crucial waterways that shaped North American history and commerce and growth of our beloved waterfront cities.

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Millie Magoo's Opens in Lakeside, Ohio, as Ottawa County's Only Bookstore

Owner Traci Richards didn't plan on her story unfolding the way it did, but has found happiness and hope in the community around her.

Best Island Afternoon — Pelee Island

A day trip to Canada's southernmost inhabited island reveals a perfect mix of historic ruins, scenic lakeside rides and sunset dining.

Best Day on the Farm — Purple Goats Gardens

Immerse yourself in a day of playful farm fun in Austinburg, Ohio, where you can meet a cast of charming goats, forage for wild edibles and enjoy a variety of hands-on activities.

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Best New Italian — Riva Italian

Taste the flavors of Italy with a trip to this new Port Stanley, Ontario, eatery serving up authentic Neapolitan pizza and fresh, coastal-inspired Italian dishes.

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Best New Look — Vermilion

From a reimagined beachfront to new eateries and lodging this Ohio waterfront is undergoing a renaissance built on its strong maritime roots and community spirit.

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