Fort George

Dear travel diary;

 

Today I find myself exploring the historic Fort George, in Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada.  The scarlet red uniforms are very sharp looking.  But life for an 1800's soldier looks a little too rough for me.  I'll stick to the garden. 

 

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

 

Wine tour

 

Dear travel diary;

 

Today I find myself on a wine tour of the Pillitteri Estates winery in Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON.  A wonderful tour, full of free samples and great stories of the Pillitteri heritage.  The Carretto or Sicilian Cart (which is a center piece on both their label and in their showroom) was a preferred method of transportation in Sicily up until the end of the second world war.  The Carretto that is on display is one of four that was passed down through the Pillitteri family.

 

The wine cellar, the vineyards, the manufacturing, all top notch and worth a trip.  The only concern I have is who's going to drive me home after I sample all this fabulous wine? 

 

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome

 

Hat shopping in Niagara on the lake

Dear travel diary;

Today I find myself wandering around the beautiful little town of niagara on the lake, Ontario, Canada.  Today is the end of the peach festival and the town is out in full force.  Dressed all in white,  the town is hosting an outdoor dinner,  serving all things peach.

The down town shops are wonderful.  Full of little boutiques, including a great hat shop.

Sincerely Nestor the Gnome