Tamburini is a dynamo with absolutely boundless energy. Winemaker to sixteen wineries in mainly the Tuscan regions of Italy she has a comprehensive knowledge and an extensive educational background. Tamburini’s specialty is biodynamic winemaking and she is not afraid to experiment.
Cedar Creek Estate Winery founder, Senator Ross Fitzpatrick, was honoured in Kelowna Tuesday with the BC Wine Institute’s BC Wine Industry Recognition Award. “The Senator exemplifies the intent of the award, which was created to recognize those who have helped to develop the wine industry in our province,” says BC Wine Institute Chair, Josie Tyabji … Read more
If you are fan of Pinot Noir (and if you’re not, you should be) you should try Gamay Noir wines. It is safe to say that Gamay has not gotten the recognition it deserves. Wines labeled PTG (Passe-Tout-Grains) are a blend of Pinot Noir and Gamay. Gamay Noir is the smooth, fruity, juicy grape … Read more
“It’s always about the story,” Sal D’Angelo agreed. We were talking about a book project I have going, my pal Sal and I, when I stopped in to pick up a case of Sal’s excellent wine at his Naramata tasting room. “Did I ever tell you the story about how I discovered ML?” … Read more
The Mediterranean region’s incredible contribution to world cuisine will be honoured at a garden party held at Burnaby’s Hart House at Deer Lake on Wednesday, July 16 2014. The event will celebrate the diversity of the food and wine cultures of Spain, Italy, France, and Greece with an al fresco wine reception and dinner. The … Read more
What will you find at 905 Hornby Street in Vancouver? Earls Test Kitchen, which just opened in June. It is the culinary inspiration centre for all of Earl’s sixty-five restaurants throughout North America. Here, they bring together a collection of world-class chefs to develop new menu items. If you look at the menus … Read more
Fable Restaurant has teamed up with Samuel Adams at this year’s Khatsahlano Street Festival in Vancouver, BC. This partnership is designed to bring an unique experience integrating beer at Fable’s patio and restaurant. Samuel Adams has had a longstanding commitment to showcasing how versatile beer can be when pairing with food, especially with the … Read more
La Pentola della Quercia Introduces New Summer Menus and Cocktail List The season’s freshest ingredients showcased at Yaletown’s OPUS Hotel As the summer sun heats up it brings sunshine to the city and a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables to La Pentola della Quercia’s kitchen door with daily deliveries of fresh juicy … Read more
Are you heading to wine country? Or still deciding where to go this summer? Our series of delicious (and educational)new seminars will give you something to crow about on your next visit to the Naramata Bench! Here’s a sneak peek at what we have for you at the winery (reservations are recommended as limited spots are available): The … Read more
Tasting Plates Central Richmond Wednesday, July 9, 6pm – 9:30pm Bring your friends, family or out of town visitors! Purchase tickets via Eventbrite: http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/tasting-plates-central-richmond-tickets-11747813025 Be one of the first to experience the new CAVU Kitchen Bar, this new restaurant will be opening the week of our Tasting Plates event, it will be a great new addition to … Read more