Katherine Ryalen ~ Author and Freelance Writer
A few years ago, in March of 2020 to be exact, I had the honour of being invited to participate as a blogger in the Dine Out DTM Festival presented by Downtown Durham. This celebration of food and drink invited consumers to discover the vibrant culinary culture of this up-and-coming urban location through a prix…
Downtown Orangeville is a hidden treasure worth exploring.
It’s that time of year again. Canada’s Wonderland in Vaughan, Ontario opens its gates for another season of summer thrills. New for 2019 is Yukon Striker, the tallest, longest and fastest dive coaster in the world. Wonderland has been a firmly entrenched part of my Southern Ontario experience for as long as I can remember….
Originally posted on York Durham Headwaters The village of Alton, located in the gentle hills of Caledon, Ontario, is a small, historic town. Historic houses, shops and buildings of minor commerce line its single main street. It should come as no surprise, then, that this village has a historic mill, too. Like so many small towns…
Originally written for Central Counties Tourism, January 2014 The McMichael Canadian Art Collection, located in York Region’s picturesque, historical downtown Kleinburg, is a bastion of Canadian artistic talent. With its impressive array of permanent and special exhibits, along with its outdoor walking trails, sculpture garden and historical landmarks, McMichael is an oasis of culture in…