Author: Ken Fletcher

Friends of The Tour

by Ken Fletcher
Friends of The Dundas Studio Tour

We acknowledge and value the support of these Dundas restaurants, galleries, and retailers. When you visit them, please mention that you are “on the Tour!”

Dining & Food

B. Love Conscious Eatery
www.blove.ca
Fresh, healthy, delicious, vegan raw food & drinks, made fresh for eat in or take out.
29 King St. W.
905.818.3517
Beanermunky Chocolate
www.beanermunky.com
Hand crafted artisan chocolates & confections made in the heart of historic Dundas.
50 King St. W.
289.238.8509
Mickey McGuire’s Cheese
Shop
400 cheeses from
around the world.
51 King St. West
905.627.1004
Picone Fine Food
www.piconefinefood.ca
Specializing in fresh, local & organic produce, in-house prepared fine food.
34 King Street West
905.628.8642
Quatrefoil Restaurant
www.quatrefoilrestaurant.com
Contemporary French cuisine in the heart of Dundas.
16 Sydenham Street.
905.628.7800
Taylor’s Tearoom &
Takeaway
Our recipes are inspired from family tradition with an emphasis on sourcing local goods from right here in Ontario’s lush Greenbelt.
11 King St. W.
905.628.3768
Detour Café
www.detourcafe.com
Café & Bistro in the heart of Dundas:  great food, craft drinks & beautiful patio!
41 King St. West
289.238.8360

The Thirsty Cactus
www.thirstycactus.ca
Enjoy the South West in Dundas.
2 King St. E.
905.627.8488

Collins Brewhouse
www.collinsbrewhouse.ca
Great casual dining, full service patio, catering & takeout available
33 King Street W.
905.628.9995
Jax Sweet Shoppe
Serving up breakfast, desserts, smoothies and all things ice cream. Daily, open late. Make us your happy place.
33 King St. W.
905.627.0529

The Bangkok Spoon
www.bangkokspoon.com
Authentic Thai Cuisine serves
daily lunch and dinner in
our beautiful dining room and
outdoor summer patio.
​57 King St. W.
905.628.8808
Earth Shake
www.earthshake.ca
Organic Juices, Soups
& Sandwiches
103 King St. W.
289.238.8899

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The Winchester Arms
www.thewinchesterarmsdundas.com
Your friendly British Pub.
Laughter & conversation always on tap!
120 King St. W.
905.627.8016

Apparel & Accessories

Lillian’s Style Shoppe
More than half a century providing personal service in ladies casual attire.
40 King St. West
905.627.3456
Now in collaboration with
David William Shoes and More
​www.davidwilliamshoes.com
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One Rebellion Clothing
www.onerebellion.com
One stop shopping for all your clothing needs. Perfect outfits for every occasion.
60 King St. W.
905.627.3900

Culture, Lifestyle, Indulgences & Other Services

Adventure Attic
www.adventureattic.ca
Over 28 years of experience outfitting. Travel, outdoor, casual clothing, equipment and footwear.
28 King St. W.
905.628.2929
Dundas Museum and Archives
www.dundasmuseum.ca
Your Community Museum
offers programming and
exhibitions for all ages!
139 Park St. W.
905.627.7412

The Carnegie Gallery
www.carnegiegallery.org
Regional fine art and craft
10 King St. West
905.627.4265
Feathering Quilt Shop
featheringquiltshop.com
Quilting fabrics, kits and
classes.
5-33 King St. E.
905.570.2055

Golectric Inc.
www.golectric.com/
Great selection of electric bikes and scooters.
2B-64 Hatt St.
905.512.2816
Dolce Kimera
www.dolcekimera.com
Wide selection of gifts &
fashion accessories at
every price range.
71 King St.W.
905.628.8422
Jack Mills Real Estate
Established in 1953, a
second generation Dundas
family business.
20 King St. West
905.628.2206
The Keeping Room
A kitchen store full of “toys” for the cooks and chefs in your kitchen!
6 Cross St.
905.627.5880
The Kitchen Witch
Conjure up old world
entertaining with home decor,
fine linens & antiques.
116 King Street W
905.971.0830
Myles Travel Plus
www.myles.travelplus.ca
Book with Myles Travel
and collect AirMiles on
vacation packages.
65 King St. W.
905.628.0338
Watson’s Engraving
www.watsonsengraving.ca
Custom made signs,
engraving, awards and
recognition pieces.
64 Hatt St. Unit B1
905.627.7139

Our Town

by Ken Fletcher

The historic town of Dundas, fondly called the “Valley Town” is one of the most beautiful in Southern Ontario.  Nestled in a valley surrounded by the Niagara Escarpment, hikers have easy access to the Bruce Trail and six wonderful conservation areas. Fine old buildings define the downtown core, hosting cozy shops and amazing “foodie” establishments. Picone’s, an Italian food specialty shop with award-winning oils, pasta, vegetables and homemade delicacies, and The Horn of Plenty, a renown whole food store housed in the original town movie theatre, are just two examples of must-visit culinary shops.  These live alongside charming clothing, garden and other specialty stores. Don’t miss an opportunity to see The Keeping Room, a fabulous kitchen store located in the stable that once housed the Grafton’s Dry Goods wagons and horses in the early 1900’s.

A trip to Dundas is not complete without a trip to The Carnegie Gallery, the cornerstone of the arts community, showcasing the passion and talents of local artists and artisans.  Complete your visit with afternoon tea, wine on the patio, homemade ice cream, freshly roasted coffee, or a quiet lunch in one of the arrays of interesting places to eat.  Or take a picnic up to Webster’s Falls, and stroll along quiet paths to catch the stunning view from the edge of the escarpment.  It will be a day not to be missed.  The Valley Town is beautiful at any time of year but be sure to visit the weekend before Thanksgiving when the trees have started to turn, the historic houses are surrounded by fall gardens and there is excitement in the air.  Join “The Tour” and see for yourself what all the talk is about.  Visit any of our many community sponsors (For a list and more information, please see the “Friends” page  or download a brochure.)

We look forward to welcoming you to Dundas, Ontario!