THE SWEET SPOT: The Price Range Where Ontario Wines Shine
I hear this a lot: “Ontario wines are too expensive.” Flat Rock had a premium lineup at last month’s Taste Ontario trade event. But the...
MEET THE SOMM: Manuel Gonzalez, Head Sommelier, Treadwell Cuisine, Niagara-on-the-Lake
When Manuel Gonzalez walks up to your table at the iconic Treadwell Cuisine in Niagara-on-the-Lake, you can be forgiven if you initially mistake him for...
MEET THE SOMM: James Peden, BlueBlood Steakhouse
Living through the pandemic as a member of the Ontario restaurant industry has not been a pleasant experience. And those on the management side have...
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — No. 2 Creekside Estate Winery
The countdown continues to my favourite Niagara winery. Coming in at No. 2 is Creekside Estate Winery in Jordan. Founded in 1997 by Peter Jensen...
Niagara’s Best Wineries to Visit — #7 Colaneri Estate
We’re down to No. 7 in my Top 10 favourite wineries to visit in Niagara. Malivoire was No. 10, Back 10 Cellars took the No. 9 spot and Ravine Vineyard claimed No....
Top 10 Wineries to Visit in Niagara: The Honourable Mentions
I’m going to count down my Top 10 Favourite Wineries to visit in Niagara over the next week and a half, but wanted to set...
What’s in My Glass This Week
I’m covering three points on the globe in a trio of reviews today, including a brand new Chardonnay release from Australia, an herbal Sauvignon Blanc...
Two Reds to Warm Your Weekend
The forecast is for a chilly weekend here in Ontario, but here’s a pair of reds to warm your insides—one of which is available tomorrow,...
Great 8: 5 Ontario Values and 3 International Stars
Creekside’s head winemaker Rob Power. Gotta love the COVID-19 shirt to honour this year’s harvest! I did a Zoom seminar last week on why Ontario...
The Cost of Ontario Wine
“Ontario wine is too expensive.” I’ve heard that refrain a lot. And I get it. Why buy Ontario wine when you can seemingly get something...
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