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The Festival Marketplace

A Curated Collection of Makers, Producers & Purveyors.

Welcome to the heart of the Great Canadian Cheese Festival. Explore our curated directory of award-winning cheesemakers, farm-rooted creameries, boutique wineries, and artisanal producers. Use the categories below to plan your savory and spirited journey through Canada’s finest craft creations and find your next perfect pairing.

Cheese & Dairy

  • 2 Farmers and a Cow

    Cheese & Dairy

    2 Farmers & a Cow Ice Cream Co. is a farm-rooted, homemade small-batch artisan ice cream company using A2 Golden Guernsey milk – Dairy Intolerant Friendly, built on quality local dairy, creative flavour combinations, and honest hard work. We bring the heart of the farm to every scoop — rich, indulgent, and made to create…

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  • Capella Medows

    Cheese & Dairy

    Capella Meadows produces goat cheese on a small scale. Located in Huron County, our family farm is certified organic and farmed with biodynamic principles. The way we farm helps us to bring out the unique flavour profile of our land and location in our cheeses. We love what we do, and we want to share…

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  • Cow’s Creamery

    Cheese & Dairy

    Based in Prince Edward Island Canada, COWS Creamery has been producing high quality cheese and butter since 2006. The milk of Holstein cows from small local Prince Edward Island farms is gently heated, but not pasteurized so all beneficial microbes can thrive and give depth of character and flavour. The salt air and iron-rich soil…

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  • Crosswind Farm

    Cheese & Dairy

    Nestled in the rolling pastures of Keene, Ontario, Crosswind Farm is a masterclass in artisanal dairy craft. Founded on a deep-rooted agricultural legacy, this family-run estate transforms premium, non-GMO goat milk into an exquisite selection of small-batch chèvre, feta, and yogurt. By marrying traditional 19th-century husbandry with modern culinary precision, Crosswind Farm delivers an authentic…

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  • Empire Cheese Co-Operative

    Cheese & Dairy

    For nearly 150 years, Empire Cheese Co-Operative has defined artisanal excellence in Northumberland County. Owned by local dairy farmers and crafted in traditional open-style vats, our naturally aged cheddar remains a testament to time-honored techniques and uncompromising quality. By marrying heritage craftsmanship with modern food safety standards, we produce an authentic, additive-free experience that serves…

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  • Fromagerie L’Ancêtre

    Cheese & Dairy

    We offer a large selection of Canadian and Organic Butter and Cheeses. We are also the first brand in Canada to offer a line of Certified Organic and Grass Fed Cheddars!

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  • Gunn’s Hill Artisan Cheese

    Cheese & Dairy

    Nestled in the rolling hills of Oxford County, Canada’s dairy capital, Gunn’s Hill Artisan Cheese masterfully blends traditional Swiss techniques with locally sourced milk from neighbouring Friesvale Farms. Owners Shep Ysselstein and Colleen Bator hand-craft over twenty distinctive varieties, ensuring each wheel reflects the depth and character of the region. This award-winning producer invites connoisseurs…

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  • Stonetown Artisan Cheese

    Cheese & Dairy

    Stonetown Artisan Cheese is an on-farm cheese plant located in St. Marys, Ontario. Our award winning hand crafted alpine style cheese is made with fresh whole cow’s milk from our family farm. In order to obtain a great taste, the milk is unpasteurized and has no additives. This ensures that the cheese is pure and…

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  • La Trappe à Fromage

    Cheese & Dairy

    Our operation is on the border with Quebec & Ontario . We are still a family owned business. We went from 2 employees in 1995 to over 100 today.Our most populare cheese are the curds.

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Sips & Pours

  • 180 Estate Winery

    Sips & Pours

    Niagara-based 180 Estate Winery is the result of a family’s bold decision to pursue a path of hand-crafted excellence. Specializing in small-batch wines and casual bistro fare, they focus on creating memorable experiences for dream-chasers and risk-takers. From their vineyard bungalow to your glass, discover the beauty of the road less travelled.

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  • Bobcaygeon Brewing Company

    Sips & Pours

    Bobcaygeon Brewing Company was born on a hot summer day, sparked by a dockside dream and a love for craft beer. What started as a casual conversation quickly turned into a bold vision: to bring great beer to cottage country. In 2017, that vision took shape when we started brewing! Bobcaygeon produces a wide range…

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  • Byland Estate Winery

    Sips & Pours

    Byland Estate Winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake is defined by the hands-on artistry of owner Jackson Bai. Personally pruning every vine and hand-harvesting only the finest grapes, the winery produces award-winning VQA wines aged in French oak. With 33 medals earned in just eight years, their portfolio—ranging from premium Gamay Noir to world-class Icewines—showcases the sophisticated terroir…

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  • Case Dea

    Sips & Pours

    Rooted in the storied terroir of Prince Edward County, Casa-Dea Estates Winery represents the pinnacle of artisanal viticulture. Founder Domenic Di Pietrantonio’s lifelong devotion to the craft translates into exceptional VQA wines, reflecting a sophisticated marriage of Italian heritage and Ontario’s unique limestone-rich soils. With sixty-five acres of meticulously nurtured vines, Casa-Dea offers a peerless…

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  • Drink ON Apples

    Sips & Pours

    For our activation, our booth is unique because we offer a variety of Ontario Craft Ciders. We will have sweet cider, a dry cider and different flavours. In addition, we provide people with valuable information and show them where to find these ciders. We are an experience, not just a booth. When people leave our…

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  • Stanners Vineyard

    Sips & Pours

    We are a small family owned winery in Prince Edward County. With dedication, patience and a non-interventionist approach we lovingly produce small batches of exquisite wine.

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  • Two Blokes Cider

    Sips & Pours

    Two Blokes Cider is a farm-rooted craft cidery in Seagrave, Ontario, dedicated to the art of orchard-to-glass production. By growing their own heritage apples, they create authentic, place-specific flavors ranging from traditional dry blends to innovative barrel-aged infusions. This community-focused destination celebrates local craftsmanship, offering a sophisticated cider experience rooted in farm-grown excellence.

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  • Vodkow

    Sips & Pours

    The Vodkow journey began in 2018 with a bold idea: turning a waste product into a premium spirit. What started as crafting vodka from milk permeate, a byproduct of dairy processing, soon evolved into our line of world-class Cream Liqueurs. Deliciously smooth and proudly 100% Canadian. Whether you’re looking for the perfect host gift, something…

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Savoury Bites

  • Beauty Through Taste

    Savoury Bites

    We are Rachel and Susan mother daughter team, we are Beauty Through Taste, we’re just outside of Omemee, we create a delicious array of homemade artisan jams jellies, pickles relish and so much more. We use the best fresh local farm fresh produce, some from our own garden, from fresh strawberries picked in Cavan, to…

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  • Boards Gone Wild

    Savoury Bites

    We don’t just build Charcuterie Boards, we build edible adventures. A creative playground of flavor, fun, and flawless presentation. It’s sassy, savory. and slightly out of control. Go ahead, feed the wild side.

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  • Choc Chique

    Savoury Bites

    We make fine quality chocolate from the bean and form it into beautiful bars artistically wrapped and presented. As most people know little about single origin chocolate, we provide tasting of all our chocolate at our booth. In addition to 6-8 chocolate varieties sourced from all over the world, we offer milk, white and chocolate…

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  • ChocoSol Traders

    Savoury Bites

    Horizontally traded Bean to Bar Chocolate from Indigenous communities in Mexico and South America.

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  • GoodPud Inc

    Savoury Bites

    GoodPud blends pure Ontario Cream with Belgian Chocolate to make little pots of chocolate desserts unlike any other. Rich, thick and velvety smooth, our perfectly portioned puds are a must try dessert fast becoming a cult favourite among those who know us.

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  • Gourmet Pleasures Preserves

    Savoury Bites

    Gourmet Pleasures Preserves is based in Picton, Prince Edward County. We make gourmet cheese toppers that come in jars that are hand painted by local artisans. Our cheese toppers will compliment your charcuterie board, cheese platter or they make a lovely unique gift.

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  • The Grange Of Prince Edward Winery

    Savoury Bites

    Since its establishment in 2002, The Grangeof Prince Edward Winery has become acherished part of Ontario’s vibrantwinemaking landscape. Spanning 135 acresin Hillier, Ontario, Canada, the winery andhospitality destination encompasses some ofthe most significant vineyard plantings in theregion, with over 40 acres under vineplanted to Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling,Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Gamay and Cabernet Franc.

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  • Hard Winter Bakery

    Savoury Bites

    Our rustic sourdough breads and pastries are all freshly prepared and baked in our retail and production facility in the East City neighbourhood of Peterborough. We look forward to meeting you and bringing you and your family years of good eating.

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  • Jewels Under The Kilt

    Savoury Bites

    Well I am the first independent women nut roaster that also grows her own nuts. we celebrate all that Canada has to offer by pairing with amazing farmers and producers across this country, with their help we create one of a kind your et healthy nuts

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  • Kottonsea

    Savoury Bites

    Kottonsea specializes in french macarons. All baked goods are handmade, made without preservatives and with high quality, fresh ingredients. We offer a variety of macaron flavours to which customers can curate their own custom box at our booth. With the owner being of Filipino decent, we love to incorporate our culture into our baked goods….

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  • Lofty Butter Company

    Savoury Bites

    Colborne’s Lofty Butter Company is redefining a kitchen staple. Founded by Chad and Marie Miller, they handcraft fresh-churned, hand-rolled, small-batch cultured butter using fresh Ontario cream and live cultures. The result is a signature tang and depth you won’t find on grocery shelves. From rich crème fraîche to artisanal blends, every batch is a labour…

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  • Low Carb Co

    Savoury Bites

    The Low Carb Co is a Canadian food brand redefining what a cracker can be. Made with 100% seeds – no grains, no fillers, no starches – these Doctor-Certified Seed-Only Crackers are crafted for people who care about blood sugar balance, clean ingredients, and real nutrition.

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  • Malty & Hoppy Delicacy

    Savoury Bites

    Malty & Hoppy Delicacy is a Toronto-based artisanal preserves company transforming Ontario craft beer and cider into refined, low-sugar jams, savoury spreads, mustards, and pickled mustard seeds. Rooted in French culinary tradition, our products are designed specifically for cheese and charcuterie pairing—balancing fruit, acidity, bitterness, and umami to complement both soft and aged cheeses. Many…

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  • Pika Pika Foods

    Savoury Bites

    We stand out by delivering a curated selection of premium, award-winning Mediterranean delicacies—olives, Olive oils, nuts, chocolates and baked goods —sourced directly from top producers in Spain, Italy, and Greece. Our “beyond typical Mediterranean” brand blends fresh, top quality, Awards winning and a health-conscious narrative, creating an exclusive experience that elevates every product beyond conventional…

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  • La Plantation Canada

    Savoury Bites

    La Plantation Fair Spices, is a social project producing award winning gourmet spices. We carry Kampot Pepper which is known to be the best pepper in the world and carries PGI like Champagne grapes! Many top Michelin star Chef source pepper & spices from La Plantation. Our award winning Kampot Fresh Salted peppercorns pair beautifully…

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  • Sticky Beesness

    Savoury Bites

    Larry is a second generation beekeeper. Larry and Anna have kept bees for 35 years. We downsized a bit last fall and currently have 153 hives in 6 beeyards, one of our yards is on Larry’s fathers homestead where he kept bees in 1946. Our passion is the bees. Keeping them healthy is a challenge…

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  • Yawdi’s

    Savoury Bites

    YAWDI’S products are all about bold flavor, balance, and versatility. We craft small-batch pepper jellies that perfectly blend heat with sweetness, so you get layers of flavor instead of spice. Every jar is made with intention, quality ingredients, and a love for flavor. Our Caribbean-inspired approach to our jerk marinade-brings deep, authentic flavor with a…

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Marketplace

  • WallDX

    Marketplace

    WallDX is the digital transformation partner behind Ontario’s finest artisan experiences. Specializing in high-performance websites, CRM systems, and back-office automation, we help creators bridge the gap between traditional craft and modern technology. Whether you are an exhibitor looking to scale your business or a visitor with a new venture, WallDX provides the strategy and tools…

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  • The Wine Stuff

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    Love wine but hate the headaches and messy spills? At The Wine Stuff, we’ve curated a collection of clever, modern accessories designed to make your tasting experience effortless. From “The Wand” for headache-free sipping to the ingenious “Wine Condom” bottle seals and professional-grade aerators, we provide the essential gear every wine lover needs. Stop by…

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