durhamregion.com | This Week | Thursday, Octover 6, 2022 | 4 P: 905-430-4300 E: info@whitby.ca whitby.ca What You Need To Know This Week in Whitby Changes to Swim Lessons This Winter This winter, Whitby's swim lesson programming will transition from Red Cross to the Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Program. Be prepared, see a chart on which level to register your child in or drop in with your child to any public swim for a free assessment. whitby.ca/Swimming Property Tax Rebate Program Did you know: qualifying Whitby homeowners can receive a $462 per year property tax reduction? The program is available for low-income seniors (65+) and low-income homeowners with disabilities. For more information or to apply, call the Town's Tax Division at 905-430-4304 or visit whitby.ca/TaxRebatesAndRelief Participate in Waste Reduction Week - October 17 to 23 Join us all week long for events and webinars to learn how to take action for a greener community. See the top five ways to participate at whitby.ca/Sustainability Celebrating Youth Awards - Nominations Now Open! Do you know a young community leader who works hard to help make Whitby the best it can be? Nominate them for the 2022 Celebrating Youth Awards! Nominations are open now through Friday, October 28. whitby.ca/YouthEvents Voter Notification Cards Are On Their Way! The next Whitby municipal election will take place on Monday, October 24. In preparation, Voter Notification Cards are being mailed to Whitby electors. Watch your mail for your card to arrive during the week of October 10 to October 14. If you do not receive your voter card by October 14 or any information on the card is incorrect, check or update your information at whitby.ca/PlanYourVote October 20 to 24 Bored of the same old menus? Lots of new restaurants, cafés and pubs have opened in Durham this summer -- here are five you might want to check out. T.O.'S KATHI ROLL EATERY AND HOLY SHAKES 1 Warren Ave., Oshawa. This is the second location in Durham for this combo restaurant that's part Indian fusion street food and part gourmet milkshakes. Kathi Roll Eatery has a big menu of Indian fusion creations including kathi rolls, Indian burritos, Punjabi tacos, tikka nachos and tandoori mac and cheese. The fried-chicken waffle sandwich with tandoori sauce is a fan favourite. Kathi Roll Eatery shares its location with Holy Shakes, which has dozens of milkshake options served in retro glass bottles. Popular shakes include Caramel Crunch, Hazelnut Explosion and Oreo Cheesecake. KRAVE PIZZA AND WINGS 850 King St. W., Oshawa. Oshawa's newest pizza spot opened July 1 with a menu of classic pies and unique creations. Specialty pizzas include: the Heated Vegetarian with spicy sauce, green peppers, jalapenos, onion, pineapple and extra cheese; and the Spicy Meatfest with spicy sauce, sausage, meatballs, salami, bacon and extra cheese. The Krave menu also includes wings, salads, garlic bread and cheesy bread. PHILTHY PHILLY'S CHEESESTEAKS AND POUTINERIE 280 Rossland Rd. E., Ajax. This popular cheesesteak brand opened a new restaurant in Ajax in June -- this is the second location in Durham. What's on the menu? Cheesesteaks, obviously, as well as pulled-pork sandwiches,chicken sandwiches, chicken, strips, burgers and salads. There are more than two dozen types of poutine, including Pierogi Poutine, Pizza Poutine, and Breakfast Poutine topped with eggs, steak and bacon. CHACHI'S CHAI BAR 1725 Kingston Rd., Pickering. This unique Indian café opened June 10 serving authentic chai, specialty coffee and desserts plus a menu of Indian-inspired sandwiches, poutines and classic Indian street food. Popular options include the masala fries, samasoa chaat and Buffalo Tandoori Twist sandwich. This is the second location for Chachi's Chai Bar, you can also find one in Scarborough. KSJ MONSTER PUB AND RESTAURANT 89 King St. E., Bowmanville. A new neighbourhood pub with a huge menu that includes breakfast, lunch specials, and pub fare from burgers and nachos to shepherd's pie and fish and chips. There's a patio, lots of beers on tap and some nights feature live music or a DJ. We want to hear about your favourite places to eat in Durham! Old favourites, hidden gems, new restaurants opening or awesome food trucks. Send your great eats to reporter Jillian Follert at jfollert@durhamregion.com FIVE NEW RESTAURANTS THAT JUST OPENED IN DURHAM Holy Shakes recently opened in Oshawa serving dozens of different flavours of milkshakes served in retro glass bottles. Holy Shakes photo JILLIAN FOLLERT jfoller t@durhamregion.com FOOD AND DRINK NEW OSHAWA EATERY IS PART INDIAN FUSION STREET FOOD, PART GOURMET MILKSHAKE BAR