Look Local Magazine Oakville/Burlington

02/20/2025

🥳 We’re back with another roundup of exciting upcoming events!

Stay in the loop by heading to looklocal.ca or by picking up a copy of our latest issue 🙌 ❄️

02/19/2025

This March, Visit Oakville invites visitors to experience winter fun and the charm of the town. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or family-friendly activities, Oakville has something for everyone. From a classic maple syrup festival to engaging downtown activations and Oakville’s favourite culinary event, Oakville is the perfect destination for a memorable day trip or weekend getaway. “Oakville truly shines during March and the school break, offering a variety of unique experiences for visitors and families,” said Rebecca Edgar, Executive Director, Visit Oakville....

Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or family-friendly activities, Oakville has something for everyone!

02/12/2025

Get ready to treat your taste buds! 🍴🌟 Taste of Oakville 2025 is back to serve up the best dishes!

From February 17th to March 10th, enjoy mouthwatering dishes & unforgettable flavours at over 50 restaurants! A foodie’s dream come true! 👏

For all the information head to tasteofoakville.ca! 🙌

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02/11/2025

Oakville based fashion designer Sarah Haunts of the label HAUNTS Fashion will be showing her 10th and latest collection of women’s evening wear on May 9th in Hamilton. A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to MS Canada, a cause dear to the designer’s heart. The fashion show is taking place at The Spice Factory, a historic building in Hamilton, ON....

Oakville based fashion designer Sarah Haunts will be showing her 10th and latest collection of women’s evening wear on May 9th in Hamilton!

02/10/2025

Looking for a dose of creativity in your community? 🎨

Whether you’re an experienced artist or a beginner, there’s something for everyone at these local shops! 🖌️

Get inspired by heading to looklocal.ca or by picking up our latest issue, on stands now! 🙌

02/03/2025

🍽️ Savouring every bite at this year’s Taste Of Burlington!

Swipe through some of the mouthwatering dishes you don’t want to miss!

With only ONE WEEK left, who’s ready to dig in? 🙌

02/01/2025

February is here, and so are some awesome events! 💝

Whether you’re into arts, food, or outdoor fun, there’s so much to do! Come out, support local, and make some memories! 💫

01/27/2025

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From unique local finds to thoughtful treasures, surprise your loved one with something special this year.

01/24/2025

Spoonfuls of comfort in every bite 🍄 This creamy mushroom soup courtesy of in Oakville is everything you need to warm up this Winter season 🥄❄️

Find the full recipe by picking up our latest edition or head online at looklocal.ca! 🙌

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01/23/2025

Check out these upcoming local events that you won’t want to miss — From outdoor fun to creative workshops, there’s something for everyone! ❄️

Find more information head to looklocal.ca & stay up-to-date on all the latest happenings 👏

01/17/2025

Embrace the chill and make the most of winter’s magic ❄️ From cross-country ski trails to outdoor skating spots, Look Local’s got your guide to the best snowy adventures!

⛷ Go Cross-Country Skiing on one of your local trails! Multiple at various locations such as Crawford Lake, Hilton Falls, Terra Cotta Conservation Area, and more!

❄️ Outdoor Skating at various locations: Wallace Park in Old Oakville, Dundas Driving Park, Downtown Burlington’s Rotary Pond in Spencer Smith Park and more!

For all the information & more of the latest happenings, head to looklocal.ca 🙌

01/16/2025

OAKVILLE – Visit Oakville is thrilled to announce the return of Taste of Oakville from February 17 to March 10, 2025. This highly anticipated culinary event will feature over fifty incredible restaurants from across Oakville, offering prix fixe menus priced from $20-35 for lunch and $30- 75 for dinner. New to this year’s edition is Hexagon Restaurant, fresh off earning a prestigious MICHELIN Star – one of only 15 stars in Ontario....

Visit Oakville is thrilled to announce the return of Taste of Oakville from February 17 to March 10, 2025.

01/16/2025

This just in 📻 the Winter edition of Look Local has hit the stands👏

Packed with everything you need to survive this Winter season, from decorating ideas, to Taste 2025 & fun community events, this is an issue that you won’t want to miss! 😍

Grab your copy today or head to looklocal.ca!

01/14/2025

People tend to romanticize soup. It’s the ultimate comfort food, they say. So warm and hearty. Good for what ails you. Like a hug in a bowl. Personally, I’ve never understood all this fuss over liquid food. I consider myself a decent cook who’s big on flavour, but here’s my awful confession: I make boring soup. I cannot tell you how many times I’ve dumped an entire pot of it....

People tend to romanticize soup. It’s the ultimate comfort food, they say. So warm and hearty. Good for what ails you. Like a hug in a bowl.

01/14/2025

We are truly fortunate to live in a community with such a vast selection of great restaurants, with cuisine options from everywhere around the globe. This winter, why not treat yourself to some relaxing meals out, and say goodbye to food prep and the washing up? Taste of Burlington and Taste of Oakville are back this winter with prix-fixe menus at some of the area’s best restaurants....

This winter, why not treat yourself to some relaxing meals out, and say goodbye to food prep and the washing up?

01/14/2025

Art is more than just a creative outlet. It’s a way to relax, express yourself, and connect with others. Whether you’re looking to nurture your child’s creativity or pick up your own new hobby, art classes have something for everyone. From painting to drawing, pottery and beyond, local studios offer a range of programs for both experienced and novice artists. For anyone wanting to start the year off with a worthwhile pursuit, art is the whole package – self-improvement (through new skills), self-expression, self-discovery and self-pampering....

Whether you’re looking to nurture your child’s creativity or pick up your own new hobby, art classes have something for everyone.

01/14/2025

In the tale my parents spin about the “good old days,” people often moved in with their elderly parents to care for them. In my parents’ case they lived with my paternal grandfather, and later with my maternal grandmother, acting as primary caregivers until their parents’ deaths. This arrangement was only feasible because my hard-working and very loving mom was willing to take on this role....

Aging in place, as my grandparents chose to do, is an attractive choice for many, and services in our community can help.

01/13/2025

The Royal Botanical Gardens is pure magic for nature lovers. It's lush gardens, extensive trail systems, and programs that foster people’s love of the outdoors all strengthen our connection with the natural world. Every year, the RBG presents a winter feature that families look forward to (who can ever forget Frogs! and Nature’s Superheroes?). This year, get ready for something truly unique and extraordinary: Alice in Bloomland!...

With eye-popping floral artistry, this playful, dreamy exhibit will transport you to the pages of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland.