"This Euro-style coffee house in downtown’s King Street East serves coffee sourced from local roasters: Vintage Coffee Roaster, Signal Coffee Co, and Relay Coffee. You can also find light breakfast and lunch, hot pressed sandwiches, sweets, vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options and specialty Dutch treats. Sip on this: Pair the Smokey Caramel Latte (chocolatey espresso by Vintage Coffee Roasters with hickory smoke and caramel syrup) with The Big Dutch hot pressed sandwich topped with beef croquettes, a fried egg and gouda cheese on rye."
"Double smoked ham, spiced gouda, and a fried egg are hot pressed on multi-grain rye for $4.50 at this Dutch-inspired cafe. Besides their breakfast tosti, they also offer a yogurt parfait and protein-filled granola bites for a lighter option. Address: 312 King Street East, Hamilton"
"Located on James Street South, their desserts are a little sweet, a little naughty but definitely big on flavour. They serve both chocolate and vanilla soft serve, but don’t let those classic flavours fool you. If your ice cream needs something a bit extra, simply add a Flavour Burst."
"Find locally made, small batch artisan chocolates in downtown Dundas. Try unique flavours like Sweet Chili Heat, Bollywood Night, and Caramel Apple Pie or pick up a chocolate bow tie for him or a stiletto for her. Address: 50 King Street West, DundasInstagram: @beanermunkychoc"
"Started by two young Hamiltonians who have a passion for sweet treats, Lick the Whisk makes for the perfect spot to indulge your sweet tooth. At Lick the Whisk, you’ll find a delicious variety of food that will keep you coming back for more. From waffles to donuts to ice cream to crepes, the staff at Lick the Whisk makes everything in house for optimal freshness."
"Hamilton’s first vegan dessert shop and bakery is a sweet-tooth’s paradise. Located on Barton Street just off of James North, Lick the Whisk deals in all things delicious. Its founders are full-blooded Hamiltonians, and they’ve got you covered for relatively guilt-free sugary indulgences made in-house daily that also double as ethical eating choices."
"Step back in time at this retro diner in downtown Dundas serving family friendly breakfast and lunches like fluffy pancake stacks and sweet and savoury crepes. Leave room for dessert with classics like banana splits and mile high sundaes. The kids will love the black and white checkered floors and swiveling counter stools."
"Nicknamed Canada's "fightingest ship" for its record of sinking the most enemy tonnage in WW2, HMCS Haida is another waterfront tourist attraction to add to your Hamilton travel itinerary. Built in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in Britain and launched in 1943, this historic destroyer is easily accessed from her berth at Hamilton's Pier 9. Designated a National Historic Site, this well-preserved museum ship is fun to explore for all ages."
"Source: Photo by user John A. Speakman used under CC BY-SA 3.0. The famous warship, the last of the tribal class, has served in the WWII and the Cold War. It was built in 1942 for the Royal Canadian Navy and was converted to a destroyer in 1952."
"One of the oldest public galleries in Canada, the Art Gallery of Hamilton is a delight to every art connoisseur. Home to about10,000 works of art, the gallery sees a huge number of visitors every year. Showcasing mainly Canadian contemporary, historical and European art, the art gallery’s collection is one of the most massive in the country."
"Source: Photo by user Nhl4hamilton used under PUBLIC DOMAIN. This is the 3rd largest gallery in the country and it has a collection of over 10,000 artworks. The Art Gallery of Hamilton features different exhibits every six months, and have programs for families and kids."
"Coming in at number one on our list is the Art Gallery of Hamilton (AGH). Founded in 1914, the AGH is the oldest and largest art museum in Southern Ontario with a permanent collection. The AGH is recognized as one of the finest art galleries in Canada."
"1560 Main St W Hamiltion, ON, Hamilton, Ontario L8S 1E7 CanadaItalianLunch, DinnerTakeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible+1 905-527-6422http://www.maccheronicucina.com/"
"A Hamilton bucket list restaurant, Born and Raised showcases the talents of “Top Chef Canada” alum Vittorio Colacitt who studied pizza-making in Rome, sowed his culinary oats in Toronto and then brought back the delicious results to his hometown. Try the Monte Pollino, a pizza baked in a wood-fired oven and topped with pickled habaneros, roasted pineapple and crispy pork cheeks that are cooked in goat fat. The dough, a unique, fermented type, provides a fabulous tang and chew."
"Another James Street North gem that is as stylish and tasteful as their interior,Born and Raised has definitely solidified a positive presence amongst the city’s food scene. Owned by Top Chef Canada alum Vittorio Colacitti (who, you guessed it, was born and raised in the GTA), the restaurant serves both traditional Italian and Canadian cuisine."
"You’re in good hands with Top Chef Canada alumni Vittorio Colacitti. Ask for the tasting menu and be prepared to experience a wide range of flavours, from steak tartar and the squid ink pasta. Or go casual with thin-crust pizzas and fresh oysters from the raw bar."