Between Ottawa and Merrickville, charming historic villages are home to
historic sites and limestone shopping districts. The belle of them all
is photogenic Merrickville, recently named Canada's Most Beautiful Village.
Cycling along uncrowded country lanes is a popular pastime in this area.
Use the links on
the left to browse through the different areas in Eastern Ontario
While
in Merrickville, enjoy two well-known boutiques:
Mrs. McGarrigle’s Mustard
Devotees of good food across the continent know Mrs. McGarrigle’s
as the home of award-winning mustards, and they are here in
variety and abundance. But this epicurian boutique also supplies
freshly-roasted coffee, handmade chocolates, imported and European
specialty foods.
Rowland Leather
A favourite among shoppers-in-the-know is Rowland Leather. Michael
Rowland hand-crafts beautiful and durable works in leather:
handbags, briefcases, backpacks, wallets, belts, slippers and
more. Quality imported leather goods are also available.
Kevin Robert Gray Glass Blowing
Experience glassblowing demonstrations daily at Kevin's studio,
where precious metals and recycled crystal glass are combined
to create stunning objets d'art. The gallery is brimming with
an array of creations.