Sliderfest

08/23/2023

The Sliderfest Grand Prize trip to Turks & Caicos was won by Roger Grenier and Suzanne Payeur-Grenier of Welland, Ontario, which includes a three-night stay for two adults in a Classic Cottage at here at Kokomo Botanical Resort!

Congratulations, we look forward to seeing both of you soon here in Turks & Caicos!

👉 For more information about Kokomo Botanical Resort, visit us at https://kokomobotanicalresort.com 🏝️

08/16/2023

08/16/2023

MOTHER NATURE SHINES ON SLIDERFEST! 😁☀️Here's an update on how our event went this past weekend!

After somewhat threatening weather the morning of August 12th , the sun came out to welcome over 500 guests and volunteers from across Niagara at . We were a tad concerned about the weather forecast, however SLIDERFEST has always been a rain or shine event so we were prepared with an oversized tent for guests and tents for the chefs and band.

SLIDERFEST is a People’s Choice contest for the best tasting slider, as voted on by guests in attendance. Their entry punch card ticket is also their ballot to vote.

A wide range of slider recipes were on the menu at this year’s friendly competition between five local restaurants. It was a close race, but in the end from Port Colborne became the new reigning champ with their authentic southern smoked brisket slider being voted the best.

Other recipes included flavourful ground turkey, infused with feta and roasted red pepper from The Smokin' Buddha; delicious beer-brined roasted Canadian peameal, topped with summer tomato, peach and pepper jam from Righteous Monger; tasty ginger/hoisin-infused beef from Fonthill Butcher and Banker Pub; and savoury Tunisian spiced-ground lamb with feta cheese from Culinary Dropout Fonthill. Delicious! 😋

The Grand Prize trip to Turks & Caicos was won by Roger Grenier and Suzanne Payeur-Grenier of Welland, which includes a three-night stay for two adults in a Classic Cottage at Kokomo Botanical Resort - Caribbean Family Cottages. For more information about Kokomo Botanical Resort, visit https://kokomobotanicalresort.com/.

The winner of the 50/50 draw of $680 wishes to remain anonymous, however did advise that the winning would all be donated to the Greater Niagara Association of the Deaf - GNAD, an organization that is near and dear to the winner’s heart. 🙏❤️

Adventure and Adrenaline:

In addition to the slider competition, Grand Prize, 50/50, there was Silent Auction, loaded with unique and fun experiences such as glamping at Allegheny Aframe Cottage, Sundance Balloons - Hot Air Balloon Rides, GTA Exotic Car Racing experience, and a set of F. DICK knives, along with a Profboard cutting board with interchangeable top sheets, just to mention a few.

We enjoyed live music by The Rhythm Hounds, dancing, a Kid’s Fun Zone with inflatables and carnival-type games, organized by Dube Realty LLC.

It truly was a fun event for all ages, with proceeds going to Fonthill Lions Club Community Service, which is very diverse and wide reaching in scope.

Many thanks to our sponsors, including our Title Sponsor Dun' For You Contracting, without whom this event wouldn't have been possible!

Thank you to everyone who came and helped support our event. We appreciate you! Hope to see you again next year!

*For more information about SLIDERFEST visit www.sliderfest.ca.

08/16/2023

We'd like to thank our Bronze Sponsors Suk Law and Modern Landfill for helping to sponsor our event!

A bit about these two local businesses:

Suk Law Professional Corporation is a Niagara-based law practice headquartered in St. Catharines, Ontario. The team at Suk Law has a principled focus on service. Their main objective is to serve their clients by providing sound and principled counsel so that they in turn can serve their own family, clients, and community. If you're looking for a commercial/corporate law firm you can trust, we recommend checking them out! You can learn more at: http://suklawpc.com .

Located at Fruitbelt Parkway in Niagara Falls, Modern Landfill is a premier full service waste provider in the Niagara/Hamilton corridor. You can reach them toll-free at 1-800-561-4409.

Thank you to these amazing local businesses for helping support our community by sponsoring !

08/15/2023

Adam from Hidden Jackpots and on-site promoter for Mainly Niagara came out to the park in Fonthill on Saturday to check out ! Check out his full YouTube video in the link in comments! 👇

08/15/2023

We'd like to thank our Bronze Sponsors 🥉, Meridian Credit Union and Welland Chevrolet Buick GMC Inc. for helping to sponsor our event

Meridian Credit Union is a highly reputable financial partner you can trust! Learn more about their financial tools and resources here, along with their plan to support the transition to a green and sustainable economy! 🌿 https://www.meridiancu.ca/personal

Your Welland Chevrolet GMC Buick dealer has every service you need to maintain your vehicle (Chevrolet, Buick or GMC), and they can also help you find the perfect new or pre-owned Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle. They will work with you to understand exactly what you want from your vehicle and how you plan to use it. 🚗 Visit their website to discover all of the services they offer their clients: https://wellandchev.com

Consider supporting businesses that promote their local community! Thank you for helping support ! 🙏

08/15/2023

08/14/2023

Congratulations to for winning this year's trophy for "Niagara's Best Slider"! All of our five amazing chefs brought their A-game, but Backroad's Southern Smoked Beef Brisket was the people's choice for best slider!

Thank you to everyone who came and supported our event! We've got a couple more sponsor shout-outs and then we're wrapping it up for this year! We look forward to seeing you again next year for ! 🍔

08/12/2023

What a perfect day for SLIDERFEST at GL Klager Park in Fonthill! Our five local Niagara chefs are competing for ticket holders’ vote for “Niagara‘s Best Slider 2023“. Check out some of the amazing sliders from The Smokin' Buddha, , Culinary Dropout Fonthill, Righteous Monger and Fonthill Butcher and Banker Pub! 🍔

Country 89 is live on site! Great music, amazing silent auction, kids play area and lots of good food and fun for all ages!

Winner will be announced at 8:30 PM tonight, at which point we will update this post!

UPDATE: Backroad Barbeque is our winner! 🙌

📸 Many thanks to our on-site promoter Jeff Trudel for taking these fantastic pictures!

08/12/2023

Today’s event is ready to go — RAIN OR SHINE! 🌧☀️ We’re bringing good vibes, great food, amazing Silent Auction items, toe-tappin’ live music and heaps of community love! ❤️ Bring your ticket (if you ordered online, tickets are available at the event), 🎟 your appetite for yummy sliders, 🍔 and maybe an umbrella ☔️to GL Klager Park in Fonthill! Looking forward to seeing you at !

08/11/2023

OUR 5TH CHEF SPOTLIGHT!

Culinary Dropout Fonthill is well-renowned for colouring outside-of-the-lines within its décor and menu. It is packed with a variety of textures, vibrant colours, and inspirational art pieces. Located at 200 Highway 20 East in Fonthill, every seat in this charming restaurant offers a different view and dining experience.

We are thrilled to have head chef Sheldon Peyton and his team battle for the title of "Niagara's Best Slider" on August 12th!

Hope you got your tickets for ! This is event sold out, but there's still time to bid on this year's Grand Prize! To learn more visit HTTP://sliderfest.ca!

08/08/2023

⭐️👩‍🍳CHEF SPOTLIGHT!👨🏻‍🍳⭐️

Located at 1440 Pelham St in the heart of Fonthill, The Butcher and Banker Pub is renowned for their traditional English pub fare. Owner Troy Thompson is a familiar local community face, and we're thrilled to have him and his team on board to challenge the title of "Niagara's Best Slider"! Who will win, YOU be the judge!

Have you purchased your tickets for yet? Only a few tickets left so grab yours while you still can at HTTP://sliderfest.ca!