What Makes Amherstburg Great: A La Mode
- February 12, 2026
Guest Content Creator: River Bookshop
Today Amherstburg is one of Ontario’s great small towns, but greatness doesn’t happen on its own. Nature, history, and human actions always play a part. Amherstburg’s location right beside the Detroit River originally made it an important place and adds to its beauty to this day. From the War of 1812, to Freedom seekers escaping slavery in the United States, and Rum Running – history has left its mark! But so have the creativity, hard work, and enthusiasm of its residents.
During 2026 we are going to shine a light on what we think makes Amherstburg great. Our hope is that this new series helps you get to know the town better, support its many businesses and attractions, and become a strong, positive champion of the town. Look for our first story in our next Buzz.
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It’s definitely not an ice cream shop! As per the French dictionary à la Mode means “in fashion..stylish,” and for 26 years Natalia and her team have offered the very latest in women’s fashions at her shop on Richmond Street.
When COVID hit, Natalia had to close her shop, but did something that is paying dividends to this day: she created a Facebook series that shows viewers “what to wear.” One show is on Mondays at 9AM, and a full fashion show happens at 5PM on Thursdays. Today those posts go out to a thousand followers across Canada and the United States. Another cool thing she does is host a free fashion show right on Richmond Street during Open Air.
Amherstburg is fortunate that A la Mode has been a successful local shop, because shopping local is very good for our community. Shopping local strengthens a community by keeping money circulating within the local economy, as approximately $0.68 of every dollar spent stays in the community. Local businesses create jobs and foster a unique community character. Local shops definitely help make Amherstburg great. Over the course of this series we will introduce you to fourteen local businesses. We hope you support them, because…
