We all love to love our local wines. When we think of BC wines probably the first thing that jumps to your mind would be aromatic white wines like Pinot Gris or Gewurztraminer. A few of you may have gone the red route, and mentioned Syrah or Merlot. But what I would like to introduce … Read more
For anyone planning to attend Taste Washington! this weekend here is a short list of wineries that have been recommended. Swiftwater Cellars may be one of the most compelling destination wineries in Washington State. Great setting near Roslyn in the heart of the Cascades and a one-hour drive from Seattle. Located in the Suncadia Resort with access to … Read more
“Explore the Amazing Taste” in Signature BC Liquor Stores Next Month Two FREE consumer tasting events kick off a province wide Signature Store promotion at BC Liquor Stores Cambie Kitchen this month: Dates: Friday, April 4 and Saturday, April 5 Time: Drop-in any time between 3 and 6 pm … Read more
If you are anything like me you spend a lot of time during the winter thinking of your next Okanagan summer getaway. “Research” is of course one of the great joys of food and drink education, and I am forever trying to keep up with the changing face of our BC wine scene, and … Read more
Saturday, March 29 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. purchase Saturday seminar tickets An Old Vine’s Tale $45 Washington winemakers seek out ‘old vine’ fruit, believing that it makes a difference in the glass. Does vine age matter? Sample a selection of wines made from vines at least 30 years old and find out for yourself … Read more
TASTE WASHINGTON This is a perfect weekend getaway for Vancouverites who love wine. An array of local wineries paired with the best of Seattle’s restaurants. Over 220 wineries participating in TASTE WASHINGTON! on March 29 and 30 Here is a list of all the wineries. Over 75 restaurants will be participating in TASTE WASHINGTON! on … Read more
An incredible evening with many new dining experiences. Thanks to Chef Rick Davidson of the Beach Club Resort and Ian Lane, Food and Beverage Director the dishes and wine pairings made for an excellent culinary experience. The Oceanic banquet room at the Beach Club Resort was attractively set with spacious round dining tables … Read more
As I walked out of the tasting room at the Vancouver Convention Center after day two International Wine Festival Tastings, I couldn’t help but think about the enormous number of wines I just could not get around to trying. Sadly, and despite my best efforts, I had sampled less than twenty percent of the … Read more
Vancouver International Wine Festival runs from February 24 to March 2, 2014. Our Town Hall team is attending various events throughout the festival. Winery clients that are exhibiting: Haywire, Amazing VQA wines and bubbles you HAVE to try! Now we will share the details on what you can expect from each of our BC winery client during the … Read more
Vancouver International Wine Festival runs from February 24 to March 2, 2014. Our Town Hall team is attending various events throughout the festival winery clients that are exhibiting: Summerhill Pyramid Winery. Amazing VQA wines and bubbles you HAVE to try! Summerhill Pyramid Winery, Kelowna BC Of special note: • Stephen Cipes is a pioneer of the BC wine industry and … Read more