Albion Hotel Bayfield Ont.

This is my second stop in the small 'Hamlet' of Bayfield A very pleasant addition to the Albion Hotel is their out-door patio' While taking in the local 'comings and goings' . I was given the beer menu. A very impressive choice' There was English Ales - Scottish Lagers- Plus a great selection of locally brewed beers . My selection was a local beer called Waterloo Dark The Innkeeper Kim always keeps the best in stock Take a look at the bar lunches-nicely priced If your on your 'scooter' or out for a drive-check out the Albion By the way the Albion is Maple Leafs tolerant'''

The Black Dog Pub

I was out for a Sunday cruise on my motorcycle down Highway21 to the small 'hamlet of Bayfield .I was told to check out The Black Dog down the main street Right next door to the Albion Hotel Nice old ambience . Nice and cool after a long ride north from London A very nice selection of English Ales and Lagers The owner of the 'Dog' very engaging with his knowledge of beers both local and imported - surely kept me occupied Before I left I took a look at the menu .In my opinion there is somthing there for every one Next stop will be the Albion Hotel

Heidelberg Inn, Ontario

Welcome to the Heidelberg Inn near Kitchener, Ontario. It is a little gem of a brew pub, tucked away in the Mennonite country in Waterloo County. This remarkable little inn features an exceptional microbrewery. There is lots and lots of warm, cozy, old-world appeal - one of the last sorts of brew pubs in this area. The food is old world as well. Think "Germany" and you'll be able to anticipate the menu. Let me tell you this - "Pigs tails and sourkraut" are a big item here! They have live music on weekends and at other times it is a very quiet and cozy wee pub.

So, if you find yourself near Kitchener and want to relax for a bit and enjoy a bit of Germany, stop in to the Heidelberg Inn, enjoy a luscious pint of beer or ale, a bit of very hearty food, and just let the time roll by....

Marco

King Edward Pub in Ilderton, Ontario

There's a small side trip for anyone from London, Ontario take a little detour to Ilderton My sweatheart, Diane, and I travelling south from Goderich. If you turn off at Clandeboye, go south several crossroads- t junction head east 1 mile, you will find Ilderton. Up in the town centre The Eddie is on the right it appears like it was an old general store. Diane led the way into the old world ambience. The beer selection is the best in this area. A choice of dark beers, lagers and ales can be had. I'd like to add that the beer is cold. There's a great British menu - everything from 'bangers and mash' to 'fish and chips'. I, having lived in Britain for over 10 years, sure appreciated the fare (not to mention the pints!) So, if you are feeling a desire to experience a nice English
pub and you find yourself near the Canadian London instead of the "real" one......stop in to
the King Edward Pub in Ilderton and enjoy!

Marco

Remembering the Past, Looking to the Future

Good evening, my dear Marco! This is my Valentine's gift to you - your very own blog!!

Who could believe it????

Everything I have included here can be easily changed, so don't worry! I just had to put
something in. You can put in anything you like, and I'll show you how to change things on the weekend.

So, you can finally have a chance to be a web-published travel writer!!! Wow. I hope you'll
enjoy writing little stories about your travels around the world, your years in Scotland and
whatever else takes your fancy.

I chose the title because I know you very well, and I know that wherever you have travelled there is a very strong probability that there will have been some pubs and pints involved!

Enjoy! Welcome to the New Millenium!

Love always,

Your Effie