Dining in Thunder Bay: Where Sustainable Meets Delectable - Robert Lillegard, New York Times |
"Along with dry-aged steaks, Uptown Cut specializes in wagyu, an intensely marbled beef that comes from certain cattle breeds native to Japan. The thin strips of meat were seared on each side, with a crisp exterior and a bright pink center. It was the best steak of my life: hauntingly tender and melting with fat..."
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Weekend Escape: Thunder Bay - Solmaz, The Curious Creature |
"Nestled on the shores of the world's largest freshwater lake, Thunder Bay is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. The kind of destination that will have you ticking off your bucket list, adventure after adventure. From sailing and rock climbing to hiking and mountain biking - there's an endless variety of epic experiences that await at the Northwestern Ontario gem. The best part? It's only a two hour flight from Toronto making it the perfect weekend escape..."
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Thunder Bay: Ontario's Next Destination - Adam Waxman, Dine Magazine |
"Where is local for Thunder Bay? A short drive from the Minnesota border, many Americans seem to already know what the rest of Ontario is just starting to figure out. Situated at the northern tip of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay is surrounded by both rich farmland and the diverse rocky topography of the Canadian Shield. Five Provincial Parks and one Great Lake make this an oasis for outdoor activities and adventure...."
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Fat Biking: Biking in a Winter Wonderland is a Thing - Emily Heeb, Explore Magazine |
"Typically, the first snowfall officially marks the moment we stash the bike away and wait out winter. However, in recent years a new biking trend has gained traction: the ostensibly, silly-looking fat tire bike. [...] While they look unwieldy and the sheer thought of trying to pedal through snow might seem exhausting, fat bikes actually provide a very forgiving ride. One city leading the charge? Thunder Bay, Ontario..."
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Discover Thunder Bay's Natural Wonders - Jim Byers, PostMedia |
"You step out on a platform suspended high over a cliff and it's like the world is spread out at your feet. Hundreds of metres below, the clear, cold waters of Lake Superior lap at a rocky shore lined with lime-green trees. Off to the right you can see the purplish outline of Caribou Island. To the left you can spot Thunder Bay and the line of hills behind the north shore of the lake..."
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Superior by Nature - Marty Richardson, Lakeland Boating |
"Framed by a supine giant and thundering headlands, Lake Superior's largest city is a contrast of modern amenities and historical gems. From gorgeous blue water to the Blues Festival; Finnish Pancakes to local pickerel; Aboriginal artwork to boreal forests; Thunder Bay embodies the spirit and culture of Northwest Ontario..."
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Thunder Bay: Home of the Sleeping Giant - The Hub Winnipeg |
"The rugged cliffs of the Pre-Cambrian shield rise 305 metres above the cold and restless waters of Lake Superior. Waters steeped with mystery and folklore, yet so clear you can see 30 metres below the surface. Many legends surround Nanabijou, the unique formation of mesas and sills located on the Sibley Peninsula which resembles a sleeping giant. It is believed that Nanabijou watches over Thunder Bay..."
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