The Grange of Prince Edward is one of my favourite wineries in Prince Edward County, Ontario. As you turn off the road and drive (or preferably bike) up the long driveway, you are met with the most picturesque country scene. Tall mature trees open up to a little pond sitting in front of a beautifully … Continue reading Ontario Winery Guide: The Grange of Prince Edward
If you have someone in your life that loves everything bubbly, then this gift guide is for you. I've listed for you the most sparkliest of items the champagne lover could want! From flute glasses to prosecco pong and sabres, the one who loves all things bubbly will be sparkling through into the new year … Continue reading Gift Guide for the One Who Loves All Things Bubbly
We are about to enter the busiest two weekends for Christmas parties. And that means lots of wine to gift! It can definitely be difficult to know what wine to gift the hostess - what type, region and varietal do they like!? That's why I have a few go-to wines that I love to give … Continue reading My Favourite Wines to Gift
I love the holiday season! There is true enjoyment in finding that something special for someone you care for. And if your someone is a wine lover than I can help! I have curated a list of some of my favourite wine items. While gifting a bottle of wine is always amazing, you sometimes want … Continue reading Gift Guide for the Wine Lover
I find myself making lots of cheeseboards during the fall season. All of the harvest goodies available create a platter of my favourite flavours. Plus, we tend to start having more gatherings at home in the fall, where a cheeseboard is always the perfect type of food to have out for guests. For this fall … Continue reading Fall Harvest Cheese Board
Did you know that Mono, Ontario has a winery? I was surprised when I heard about Adamo Estate Winery, located in the Hockley Valley which is about an hour north of Toronto. This region is not known for winemaking but in 2014 the owner, Mario Adamo, planted some test vines. These test vines have since … Continue reading Wine Your Way Through Mono: Adamo Estate Winery
Apple season in Ontario is in full swing! From apple picking to baking pies, I always try to enjoy this time of year. One of my favourite parts about apple season is fresh cider. And the only thing that makes Ontario apple cider better is, of course, wine! This sparkling cider cocktail is my go-to … Continue reading Sparkling Cider Cocktail
Summer just doesn't feel complete without at least one beach day. But for the wine lover, beach days can be a bit tricky. You obviously want to bring wine to the beach, but can't have anything too heavy, breakable or hard to open. That counts out all glass wine bottles, which doesn't leave you with … Continue reading Best Wines for the Beach
Throughout the year we all attend lots of birthday parties, baby showers and wedding celebrations. These are all worthy celebratory events, but there are also lots of other reasons to pop a bottle of bubbly with your girlfriends. Like the job promotion, friendaversary or new condo - these occasions are often overlooked but just as … Continue reading It’s Time to Celebrate your Girlfriends!
This is one of my favourite recipes to make in the summer. There's an abundance of fresh local vegetables available during the summer and this dish can use them all! The ingredient list here includes the vegies that I had that night, but so many others can be added or substituted in. The heart of … Continue reading Food & Wine: Summer Sausage with Rosé
