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Restaurant Pearl Morisette
Jordan Station
This Benchlands gem earned a second Michelin Star in 2025 for its regional excellence, and a Michelin Green Star for its commitment to sustainable gastronomy. Chefs Daniel Hadida’s and Eric Robertson’s ever-changing prix fixe menu features local ingredients at their peak in exquisite French-inspired dishes, paired with Pearl Morrisette’s low-intervention wines (made with as little human intervention as possible) or seasonal juice offerings. The dining room sits atop the winery and offers floor-to-ceiling views of the 42-acre property, which features a regenerative farm (which works to improve soil health and increase biodiversity), bakehouse, vegetable garden and a peach orchard.
(Clockwise from top) The lushly verdant farm; a peek into the dining room; French-inspired, hyperlocal dishes. | PHOTOS: (TOP & BACKGROUND) COURTESY OF RESTAURANT PEARL MORISETTE; (BOTTOM) SUECH AND BECK PHOTOGRAPHY
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Gerry the Giraffe
St. Catharines
Yes, there are giraffes in St. Catharines. Well, there’s one and it happens to be made of metal. Gerry is a local hero with a storied past. He has called the roof of Hudson Welding and Fabricating home for the past few decades (even though the store itself closed in 2020). Locals love Gerry, and you will too. Here’s a fun family road trip from Niagara Falls to Gerry’s rooftop home, with some stops for attractions and snacks along the way.
Gerry the Giraffe surveys St. Catharines from his rooftop perch. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF CHUNG PO BAO
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Whipped Feta
CHZ PLZ
The whipped feta at CHZ PLZ in St. Catharines is a must-try. This isn’t your average dip — the house secret recipe is incredibly smooth, rich and loaded with a unique blend of flavours. It’s served with fresh, warm focaccia bread, making it a perfect starter to share or a delicious treat for yourself. The combination of the light, airy whipped feta and the soft, flavourful bread is an absolute delight. And with a drizzle of local honey, fresh herb oil and a sprinkle of crushed chili, it’s a succulent blend of sweet and savoury.
CAA Members save 15% on pre-ordered cheese boards, in-store prepared food, and retail grocery items in-store, including CHZ to Go!
Yes, please! Smooth, rich and flavourful whipped feta. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF CHZ PLZ
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A peek into the dining room; the lushly verdant farm; French-inspired, hyperlocal dishes. | PHOTOS: (FIRST & SECOND) COURTESY OF RESTAURANT PEARL MORISETTE; (THIRD) SUECH AND BECK PHOTOGRAPHY
RADAR | HOT SPOT
Restaurant Pearl Morisette
Jordan Station
This Benchlands gem earned a second Michelin Star in 2025 for its regional excellence, and a Michelin Green Star for its commitment to sustainable gastronomy. Chefs Daniel Hadida’s and Eric Robertson’s ever-changing prix fixe menu features local ingredients at their peak in exquisite French-inspired dishes, paired with Pearl Morrisette’s low-intervention wines (made with as little human intervention as possible) or seasonal juice offerings. The dining room sits atop the winery and offers floor-to-ceiling views of the 42-acre property, which features a regenerative farm (which works to improve soil health and increase biodiversity), bakehouse, vegetable garden and a peach orchard.
Gerry the Giraffe surveys St. Catharines from his rooftop perch. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF CHUNG PO BAO
RADAR | THE END OF THE ROAD
Gerry the Giraffe
St. Catharines
Yes, there are giraffes in St. Catharines. Well, there’s one and it happens to be made of metal. Gerry is a local hero with a storied past. He has called the roof of Hudson Welding and Fabricating home for the past few decades (even though the store itself closed in 2020). Locals love Gerry, and you will too. Here’s a fun family road trip from Niagara Falls to Gerry’s rooftop home, with some stops for attractions and snacks along the way.
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Yes, please! Smooth, rich and flavourful whipped feta. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF CHZ PLZ
RADAR | GREAT TASTE
Whipped Feta
CHZ PLZ
The whipped feta at CHZ PLZ in St. Catharines is a must-try. This isn’t your average dip — the house secret recipe is incredibly smooth, rich and loaded with a unique blend of flavours. It’s served with fresh, warm focaccia bread, making it a perfect starter to share or a delicious treat for yourself. The combination of the light, airy whipped feta and the soft, flavourful bread is an absolute delight. And with a drizzle of local honey, and fresh herb oil and a sprinkle of crushed chili, it’s a succulent blend of sweet and savoury.
CAA Members save 15% on pre-ordered cheese boards, in-store prepared food, and retail grocery items in-store, including CHZ to Go!