A Fairytale Christmas Restaurant Straight Out of the Movies

📍 Aberfoyle Mill Restaurant A hidden gem near Guelph that transforms into a storybook setting during the holidays 🕰️ Step Into a Timeless Fantasy 🏰 The Building: 19th-century limestone mill with Gothic arches and ivy-covered walls Glows like a Dickensian Christmas card at night ✨ Interior Magic: Exposed wooden beams + antique chandeliers + crystal stemware Every table features candlelight🕯️ and fresh poinsettias Live harp music (Fridays/Saturdays) 🎭 Unique Events: ▸ Interactive mystery dinner theater (monthly) ▸ Special Christmas menu (December-only roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing) 🍷 Must-Try Dishes 🍝 Chef's Signature Pasta Hand-cut pappardelle with wild mushroom truffle sauce and parmesan snow 🥩 Herb-Crusted Lamb Rack Ontario-raised lamb with blueberry red wine reduction ☕ Christmas Cocktail "Fireside Eggnog" - spiked with bourbon and nutmeg cream ⭐ Why It's Worth the Drive Living History: Designated Canadian National Historic Site White-Glove Service: Waitstaff in tailcoats, pre-meal hot towels Surprising Value: $45-60 for 3 courses 📸 Photo Ops: Best spot: Stained glass window by the spiral staircase Golden hour: 5PM when the waterwheel lights up 🎄 Holiday Insider Tips ▸ December reservations book 2+ weeks early ▸ Christmas Eve 4-course menu ($85/person) #TorontoChristmas #HistoricDining #DateNightGoals #FestiveVibes #MillRestaurant