There are few things I love more than fresh baked goods. The smell of sweetness in the air from a bakery is enough to drive you crazy, but in a good way. I am always on the lookout for new pastries to try and the local bakeries in Hastings do not disappoint. For full disclosure, I jumped at the chance at writing this article because it gave me and my family a perfect excuse to sample some of the area’s best bakery treats.
Margaret and Kees own and operate Kings Mill Cider in Stirling-Rawdon. After working and living around the world, they made the decision to settle permanently in Hastings County. Learn more about them and their business in the latest episode of the I Left The City Show Podcast. I Left The City Show · Kings Mill …
“What I’m building here feels like a calling. What I’m building is my dream, but it’s also a dream I want to share with people,” she said. “I think everyone is a creator, so it really is open to anyone who wants to think creatively.”
There are a lot of makers in Hastings County. Artisans who work with wood, glass, metal, and other materials abound in our county. These people make things with their hands, often using traditional methods. They love what they do, and their craftsmanship is impressive.
Family Day is fast approaching (on February 15th) and I think we can all agree that this Family Day is going to look like no other Family Day that we’ve celebrated in the past. Despite whatever current restrictions will be in place on that day, you can still enjoy it by spending quality time with your family. There are plenty of things you can do that are fun for everyone while socially distancing and staying close to home.
