Our journey from Derry, NH, to this charming town just west of Toronto was delightful. The VBRO we rented for Janice’s time at the Canadian Senior Women’s Golf Tournament was perfect. It was a spacious apartment, part of a new home, equipped with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay.
After relaxing for a while, we picked a place to have a glass of wine and eat in the historical center of Georgetown.
We sincerely appreciate the history of the towns we visit, as they all have fascinating stories to tell. For instance, by 1650, European diseases had devastated the Huron and Iroquois Indian tribes, leading to the Algonquin Ojibwa (Mississauga) taking over the region.
The British Government started purchasing land from the Mississauga tribe in 1781, and the area around Georgetown was purchased in 1818. Its first settlers built sawmills along what is currently Main Street. The town was founded in 1837. It is interesting to note that Canada was not established until 1867. They received their full independence from Britain in 1982.
We picked a charming location on Main Street in a brick-faced building. Fortunately, the sawmill was no longer across the street, having been replaced by many charming buildings housing bustling shops of various types.
As we entered “Uncorked on Main Street,” Jag, the proprietor’s husband, greeted us warmly. He offered us a seat inside or on the back patio, which we chose. The patio was not just comfortable but delightfully warm, making us feel welcomed and at home.
We learned about Jag and their wonderful place. His wife Sarina constantly desired her own restaurant. In 2022, Uncorked became available. It had been a fixture on Main Street for over ten years, and its previous owner suffered, as you can well imagine, under the draconian restrictions forced on small business owners by the Canadian Government during COVID-19.
We enjoyed a cheese and meat platter with marinated artichoke hearts, olives, and other vegetables and preserves. We asked for a lovely Canadian wine. Some of the finest are made in the Niagra on the Lake region, 75 miles southeast. He had an excellent new Sauvignon Blanc from Adamo Winery just north of Georgetown.
We finished our food and went inside to listen to Vivian Clement, a jazz/blues guitarist from the Toronto area. She is an author and publisher and just entertained with her husband on the Queen Mary II. Her music and the delightful food truly entertained us and made our evening memorable.
If you visit this area, Uncorked is worth the visit.