In case you aren’t losing precious hours of sleep by falling down the rabbit hole that is the endless stream of 15-second videos on TikTok, you may not in the loop on the latest food trend: “Butter Boards”. You might be thinking, “A butter board…is that a board made of butter? Is it a group…
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Wine Pairings for Every Cuisine
THE PERFECT WINE FOR ALL YOUR FAVOURITE OTTAWA TAKEOUT OPTIONS You’ll want to watch this video with sound on, trust me. I’m on a journey to learn more about wine and I’m bringing you along for the ride. While I never once cheated on a test in my school days (although I probably should have…
What is a wine agency?
You’ve probably heard of wine agencies – but what ARE they? The world of wine can feel a bit unknowable at times which is why I’m proud to be a Brand Ambassador for Somm™ – a multifaceted platform that takes the intimidation factor out of wine, offers enhanced hospitality experiences, and connects consumers to independent…
Mistletoe Sangria
Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 23 – Mistletoe Sangria. Simplify holiday entertaining with a pitcher of delectable winter sangria. St-Rémy VSOP Brandy is perfect for mixing with its floral and fruity notes and subtle tones of vanilla. This is a great standby recipe for all holiday and winter get-togethers, whether you’ve just come in…
2021 Gift Guide: Best Subscription Gifts
What’s better than opening a present on Christmas morning? A gift that keeps on giving. Giving them a gift to open every month. The usual upside of showing someone how well you know them and that you listen when they talk (hot tip: don’t buy someone a bath bomb set if they don’t have a…
How to Find the Perfect Wine Pairing
I often start an evening with a handcrafted cocktail but if I’m running short on time or my guests aren’t into spirits, I want to ensure my wine pairing is the perfect match for whatever I’m serving. Over the Thanksgiving long weekend, I whipped up this Baked Brie with Caramelized Pears for a little pre-feast…
Mulled Wine
Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 18 – Mulled Wine. This post is called is it Christmas yet? I’m just a bit fatigued. I have been oversubscribed socially, it’s been a surprisingly busy couple of weeks at work, especially because I thought everyone would be winding down leading into the holidays, but it’s…
Elderflower Rosé Sangria
Wash away the stress of your week with this juicy and delicious Elderflower Rosé Sangria. I have been suffering from a serious vacation hangover this week. It’s never a gentle transition from holidays back into your daily routine, somehow it always feels like you’re being waterboarded by responsibility. Well, jet lag and the demands…
