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 Salsa — Sol Taquerias

Get a true taste of Mexico with a visit to this Sandusky, Ohio, eatery and its fresh, house-made salsas that bring authentic street flavor to the table.

Best Chocolate Concoctions — BonBonBon

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

Best Traveler — Put-in-Bay Paul

One Lake Erie islander's lifelong dream of space travel becomes a reality as he rockets to the stars and back, bringing a piece of the island with him.

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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 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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Huron, Ohio, Marina Gets New Owner

Plans are underway to upgrade the facility, including new docks and expanded services.

Best Shareable Charcuterie — The Winerie at Sandusky

Indulge in a new twist on a classic with a delicious and shareable charcuterie board, featuring both sweet and savory delights, at this Ohio, winery.

Best Outdoor Playground — Glass City Metropark

Discover an extraordinary, nature-inspired playground on the Maumee River in Toledo, where kids can explore, splash, and soar in a one-of-a-kind outdoor adventure.

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Nautical Trading Co. Brings Old Treasures to Lake Erie Shore

Discover this Port Clinton, Ohio, shop that finds, restores and sells salvaged ship parts.

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Best Kids' Day Out: Geneva-on-the-Lake Family Fun Trail

Set off on an epic family adventure and rediscover the joy of timeless summer fun along the shores of Lake Erie.

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