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I’ve always wanted to visit Eldon House for their strawberry tea, and it was every bit as lovely as I had hoped. Great food, beautiful and peaceful surroundings, and the kind of relaxed atmosphere that makes you want to linger.
It was a charming London experience to share with a friend, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Bonus: I had my first-ever scone. Yummy! Highly recommend adding it to your list for next year.
🎬 Forest City Film Festival Impact Award recipient named
The Gist: London novelist, playwright, and screenwriter Emma Donoghue will receive the inaugural Impact Award at this year's Forest City Film Festival Gala, presented by the Good Foundation and powered by London Hydro. Donoghue, who has called London home since 1998, wrote Room, the 2010 novel and Oscar-nominated screenplay that was also the very first feature ever screened at FCFF back in 2016.
Why It Matters: Donoghue's work has racked up Academy, Golden Globe, and BAFTA nominations plus a Canadian Screen Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and she does most of that from a home office here. The FCFF Gala is Wednesday, October 15, 2026, and officially kicks off this year's festival. Tickets are on sale now.
⚽ World Cup run ends, but Victoria Park was packed
The Gist: Thousands of Londoners filled Victoria Park on Saturday, July 4, for the free Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026 event, watching Canada's Round of 16 match against Morocco on the big screen. The Canadian men lost 3-0, ending a tournament run that saw them earn their first-ever World Cup point, their first-ever win, and their first-ever knockout-round appearance.
Why It Matters: Team Canada arrived at the tournament ranked well outside serious contention and left as a program the rest of the world now takes seriously. For London, the packed Victoria Park watch party became one of those big shared moments that fits perfectly into the city’s 200th anniversary year.
🍕 Serious crunch without the heavy nap
Wharncliffe Centre, 11 Base Line Rd E #5, London
Owner Jorge P. built Pizza Quest on a mission to craft a lighter, airy dough that never sits like a brick.
The summer draw is "The Thing": a folded, topping-stuffed pizza creation that has earned a loyal local following. Also try their shattered-crisp wings or the deep-fried panzerotti! It’s straightforward, incredibly satisfying comfort food for a casual patio night at home.
🍓 Chasing down the perfect summer pints
7375 Longwoods Rd, London
The family behind Millar Berry Farms has kept things sweet on Longwoods Road since 1965. Their raspberry patch is open for u-pick, lush and ready for morning harvesters, just check their socials for updated schedules.
Inside the market, tables hold fresh sugar snaps, new potatoes, and local honey alongside daily scones. The team also prepares freshly gathered flats stacked and priced exactly like they always are. Bring cash for the field.
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🏖️ Summer Fest | Chalmers Presbyterian Church | 07/08 | More
Beach-themed craft stations, lively music, and a pizza party!
🌍 Sunfest '26 | Victoria Park | 07/09-07/12 | More
Global rhythms and diverse food stalls create a joyful, sunlit celebration.
☀️ Try-It Outdoor Recreation | Storybook Gardens | 07/10 | More
Park games and creative movement activities designed for active afternoon play.
🎨 Paint Party Fundraiser | MYLIE Group | London | 07/10 | More
A canvas social supporting local animal rescue efforts with creative energy.
📖 Anne of Green Gables™ Day | Fanshawe Pioneer Village | 07/12 | More
Step into a classic Canadian novel with nineteenth-century games and more!
🦉 Owl Prowl | Fanshawe Conservation Area | 07/15 | More
A forest hike exploring the nocturnal sights, sounds, and calls of predators.
🏛️ Bicentennial Court House Tours | The Old Courthouse | Various dates until 10/18 | More
A fascinating dive into notorious 19th-century trials and gritty heritage jail cells.
🌈 Pride London Summer Festival | Various Venues | 07/10-07/19 | More
Outdoor performances, local vendors, and diverse gatherings.
🎸 Sergio Galli of Platinum Blonde | Toboggan Brewing Company | 07/11 | More 80s rock anthems and classic hits driving a nostalgic charity concert.
🪩 Pride 55 Retro Dance Party | Canadian Corps | 07/11 | More
Throwback hits from the 50s to the 80s anchoring a welcoming social dance.
🎤 40th Anniversary Event | Over55 Skills at Work | 07/12 | More
Soulful live vocals, community speeches, and a celebratory raffle!
✨ RBC Rock The Park: The Lumineers | Harris Park | 07/15 | More
Swelling indie-folk choruses and foot-stomping rhythms ring out.
🌺 Colombian Gastronomy Festival | Dundas Place | 07/17-07/19 | More
A 10th-anniversary street festival filled with aromatic traditional dishes and more.
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