Must-Try Food and Drink Destinations Outside the GTA

The best day-trip destinations from Toronto offer an escape from the everyday along with enough bites and bevvies to make the outing feel special. Whether you love the feeling of hours at the wheel or prefer to reach your destination sooner, there are options here for you.

Each of these stops offers entertainment beyond food for those who need adventure, shopping, natural wonders and more in their lives. Still, when it comes to eating and drinking, they've also got you covered. From the chicest tables to casual patios offering top-notch fare, these places are your best bets for destination dining.

Even if your summer plans are devoid of exotic escapes, there are still ways to seize the season here at home. Friends or family in tow, hop in a car and focus on nothing but the open road, the glowing summer sun, and the destination ahead. The best day trip destinations for food lovers are bound to surprise, with new sights, new tastes and, most importantly, new experiences you're sure to cherish all season long.