Festivals, dinners, tastings, lectures - there are always lots of food & drink events happening in Toronto, and this page is our attempt to list them all. If you know of an event that we don't have listed, please let us know.
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Sat, Oct 25, 2008 -- Sun, Jan 11, 2009
Local Flavour: Eating in Toronto, 1830 to 1955
Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street
free admission
This exhibit traces 125 years of culinary history in Toronto from the publication of early cookbooks, the development of household appliances, the rise of manufactured and convenience foods, grocery shops, dining out, victory gardens and rationing during the war years and the growing sophistication of an urban palate.
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Local Flavour: Eating in Toronto, 1830 to 1955
Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge Street
free admission
This exhibit traces 125 years of culinary history in Toronto from the publication of early cookbooks, the development of household appliances, the rise of manufactured and convenience foods, grocery shops, dining out, victory gardens and rationing during the war years and the growing sophistication of an urban palate.
[more info]
Tue, Jan 06, 2009
A Taste of France
Celestin, 623 Mt. Pleasant Road
7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
$155 - call 416-544-9035 to reserve
Enjoy an evening of wine and food pairings featuring the dishes of Chef Pascal Ribreau and a selection of wines from Barrel Select, hosted by guest sommelier April Kilpatrick.
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A Taste of France
Celestin, 623 Mt. Pleasant Road
7:00 PM to 10:30 PM
$155 - call 416-544-9035 to reserve
Enjoy an evening of wine and food pairings featuring the dishes of Chef Pascal Ribreau and a selection of wines from Barrel Select, hosted by guest sommelier April Kilpatrick.
[more info]
Tue, Jan 13, 2009
Scandinavian Temptations
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Join Chef Anna Tvinnereim (formerly the Head Chef of the Swedish Consulate – New York) in an exploration of Scandinavian Temptations. From Swedish meatballs to Norwegian Lox to Danish and Finish sweets, you will learn the secrets of Scandinavian cooking. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
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Scandinavian Temptations
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Join Chef Anna Tvinnereim (formerly the Head Chef of the Swedish Consulate – New York) in an exploration of Scandinavian Temptations. From Swedish meatballs to Norwegian Lox to Danish and Finish sweets, you will learn the secrets of Scandinavian cooking. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
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Wed, Jan 14, 2009
Cheap & Cheerful
Faculty Club, University of Toronto, 41 Willcocks Street
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
$55
Join the South African Wine Society for an evening of cheap & cheerful wines. Want to find great wine without having to mortgage the house to do it? Our January wine selections are just plain fun. Joining us to offer his comments will be wine writer Bill Munnelly of Billy’s Best Bottles and the champion of good everyday wine. Naturally, we will have a light food offering to go with the wines.
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Cheap & Cheerful
Faculty Club, University of Toronto, 41 Willcocks Street
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
$55
Join the South African Wine Society for an evening of cheap & cheerful wines. Want to find great wine without having to mortgage the house to do it? Our January wine selections are just plain fun. Joining us to offer his comments will be wine writer Bill Munnelly of Billy’s Best Bottles and the champion of good everyday wine. Naturally, we will have a light food offering to go with the wines.
[more info]
Thu, Jan 15, 2009
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Argentina
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Argentina's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing nation. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about the unique wine making styles and grape varieties that makes it one of the world's most important wine producing nations. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Argentina
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Argentina's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing nation. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about the unique wine making styles and grape varieties that makes it one of the world's most important wine producing nations. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
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Fri, Jan 16, 2009
Cellar Discovery Series Event No. 2: Tawse Winery
Splendido, 88 Harbord Street
7:00 PM
$190 - call 416-929-7788 to reserve
For this 2nd in Splendido's Cellar Discovery Series of wine dinners, the featured guest will be Paul Pender, Winemaker at Tawse Winery, one of Niagara’s most celebrated premium wine estates. Learn about present day winemaking practices at Tawse, that make use of biodynamic philosophy, organic farming and sustainable ideologies. The evening will begin with canapés and aperitif wines, followed by a four course tasting menu designed by Executive Chef David Lee. Each course will be paired with a Tawse wine selected by Sommelier Carlo Catallo.
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Cellar Discovery Series Event No. 2: Tawse Winery
Splendido, 88 Harbord Street
7:00 PM
$190 - call 416-929-7788 to reserve
For this 2nd in Splendido's Cellar Discovery Series of wine dinners, the featured guest will be Paul Pender, Winemaker at Tawse Winery, one of Niagara’s most celebrated premium wine estates. Learn about present day winemaking practices at Tawse, that make use of biodynamic philosophy, organic farming and sustainable ideologies. The evening will begin with canapés and aperitif wines, followed by a four course tasting menu designed by Executive Chef David Lee. Each course will be paired with a Tawse wine selected by Sommelier Carlo Catallo.
[more info]
Fri, Jan 16, 2009 -- Sun, Jan 25, 2009
Niagara Icewine Festival
various locations in the Niagara Region
various times
various prices
For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada's most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From Gala evenings, ornate ice bars and Icewine Dinners, to roasting chestnuts, decadent dessert pairings and educational winery tours along Niagara's famed wine route, the 14th edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste.
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Niagara Icewine Festival
various locations in the Niagara Region
various times
various prices
For ten days in January the Niagara region is transformed into a wintry wonderland, celebrating one of Canada's most cherished products, Ontario Icewine. From Gala evenings, ornate ice bars and Icewine Dinners, to roasting chestnuts, decadent dessert pairings and educational winery tours along Niagara's famed wine route, the 14th edition of the Niagara Icewine Festival offers plenty for every taste.
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Sat, Jan 17, 2009
iYellow Icewine Festival Tour
depart/arrive at Vineyards Estate Wine Store, 228 Queens Quay West
9:15 AM to 6:30 PM
$125 per person or $225 per couple - reserve at link below
Kick off 2009 with an amazing and gorgeous visit to wine country. On this visit we are entering what we like to call "A Wine Winter Wonderland", from the snow falling to the Canadian trademarked (and world class) Icewine to the quaint village of Jordan this tour will blow you away. Tour includes visits and tastings at Cave Springs Cellars, Wayne Gretzky Estates and Fielding Estates, plus a stop at the Niagara Icewine Festival in Jordan.
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iYellow Icewine Festival Tour
depart/arrive at Vineyards Estate Wine Store, 228 Queens Quay West
9:15 AM to 6:30 PM
$125 per person or $225 per couple - reserve at link below
Kick off 2009 with an amazing and gorgeous visit to wine country. On this visit we are entering what we like to call "A Wine Winter Wonderland", from the snow falling to the Canadian trademarked (and world class) Icewine to the quaint village of Jordan this tour will blow you away. Tour includes visits and tastings at Cave Springs Cellars, Wayne Gretzky Estates and Fielding Estates, plus a stop at the Niagara Icewine Festival in Jordan.
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Tue, Jan 20, 2009
Latin Cuisine
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Combining the traditional tastes of great European Cuisine with the exciting and varied flavours of Latin America, Executive Chef Carlos Fuenmayor provides a fun and educational experience. Dip your taste buds into the Latin culinary heritage and experience the evolution of exotic flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
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Latin Cuisine
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Combining the traditional tastes of great European Cuisine with the exciting and varied flavours of Latin America, Executive Chef Carlos Fuenmayor provides a fun and educational experience. Dip your taste buds into the Latin culinary heritage and experience the evolution of exotic flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Wed, Jan 21, 2009
Marion Nestle on Food Politics: Personal Responsibility vs. Social Responsibility
The Great Hall at Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
free for U of T students - $10 for the general public - available at 416.978.8849 or www.uofttix.ca
Prolific and passionate, Marion Nestle is one of the world’s foremost experts on our food system and the powers that shape it. Nestle will be speaking on the issues surrounding personal and social responsibility of our food structure. Nestle’s latest book, What to Eat, has just been released in paperback. There will be a book signing following the lecture.
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Marion Nestle on Food Politics: Personal Responsibility vs. Social Responsibility
The Great Hall at Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
free for U of T students - $10 for the general public - available at 416.978.8849 or www.uofttix.ca
Prolific and passionate, Marion Nestle is one of the world’s foremost experts on our food system and the powers that shape it. Nestle will be speaking on the issues surrounding personal and social responsibility of our food structure. Nestle’s latest book, What to Eat, has just been released in paperback. There will be a book signing following the lecture.
[more info]
Fri, Jan 23, 2009
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Argentina
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Argentina's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing nation. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about the unique wine making styles and grape varieties that makes it one of the world's most important wine producing nations. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Argentina
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Argentina's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing nation. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about the unique wine making styles and grape varieties that makes it one of the world's most important wine producing nations. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Fri, Jan 23, 2009 -- Sat, Jan 24, 2009
Robbie Burns Banquet
The Granite Brewery, 245 Eglinton Avenue East
7:00 PM
$50 - call 416-322-0723 or email ron@granitebrewery.ca to reserve
A traditional Burns Supper featuring pipers, great food & drink, and lots of haggis!
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Robbie Burns Banquet
The Granite Brewery, 245 Eglinton Avenue East
7:00 PM
$50 - call 416-322-0723 or email ron@granitebrewery.ca to reserve
A traditional Burns Supper featuring pipers, great food & drink, and lots of haggis!
[more info]
Sat, Jan 24, 2009
Queen Charlotte's Birthday Ball
Fort York National Historic Site, 100 Garrison Road
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$95.23 (+GST) for all events - various prices for single events - call 416-392-6907 to reserve or for more details
A day-long celebration of music, food and dance. Entertaining in the Canadas in the late 18th and early 19th centuries always included a ball in January to celebrate the Queen's birthday. Our event echoes this tradition with an afternoon dance workshop and presentation, a sherry tasting and elegant Georgian-style buffet supper, and an evening ball with live music. Costumes welcome.
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Queen Charlotte's Birthday Ball
Fort York National Historic Site, 100 Garrison Road
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$95.23 (+GST) for all events - various prices for single events - call 416-392-6907 to reserve or for more details
A day-long celebration of music, food and dance. Entertaining in the Canadas in the late 18th and early 19th centuries always included a ball in January to celebrate the Queen's birthday. Our event echoes this tradition with an afternoon dance workshop and presentation, a sherry tasting and elegant Georgian-style buffet supper, and an evening ball with live music. Costumes welcome.
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Sun, Jan 25, 2009
Cupcake Camp Toronto
Labspace Studio, 2A Pape Avenue
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
$5 at the door - $2 for bakers
Sample cupcakes and marvel at the creative and tasty designs, network with fellow bakers, get recipe ideas and suggestions (from both bakers and tasters), and get advice on how to take your cupcake hobby to that next level from others who have made the successful leap to a small baking business. If you’re a bride-to-be or just planning a special event, find that talented someone to provide your festivities with that sweet special something. Whatever your reason, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating these miniature confectionery classics!
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Cupcake Camp Toronto
Labspace Studio, 2A Pape Avenue
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
$5 at the door - $2 for bakers
Sample cupcakes and marvel at the creative and tasty designs, network with fellow bakers, get recipe ideas and suggestions (from both bakers and tasters), and get advice on how to take your cupcake hobby to that next level from others who have made the successful leap to a small baking business. If you’re a bride-to-be or just planning a special event, find that talented someone to provide your festivities with that sweet special something. Whatever your reason, we hope you’ll join us in celebrating these miniature confectionery classics!
[more info]
Sun, Jan 25, 2009
Chinese Lunar New Year 10-Course Banquet
venue t.b.a.
6:00 PM
$45 before Jan 12th - $50 after - contact info@torontowalksbikes.com or 416-923-6813 to reserve
Shirley Lum of A Taste of the World Walking & Bike Tours presents a hosted Chinese New Year Eve feast. Over the years, so many repeat walking tour guests wistfully requested for the opportunity to experience an authentic and exciting menu set by Shirley that will tantalize all the senses. Now, banquet attendees will love the tips on how to pace themselves through 10-courses, the legends and lore behind certain dishes chosen. All guests will love cracking open the new Chinese horoscope book to get advice for their animal signs during the Year of the Ox.
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Chinese Lunar New Year 10-Course Banquet
venue t.b.a.
6:00 PM
$45 before Jan 12th - $50 after - contact info@torontowalksbikes.com or 416-923-6813 to reserve
Shirley Lum of A Taste of the World Walking & Bike Tours presents a hosted Chinese New Year Eve feast. Over the years, so many repeat walking tour guests wistfully requested for the opportunity to experience an authentic and exciting menu set by Shirley that will tantalize all the senses. Now, banquet attendees will love the tips on how to pace themselves through 10-courses, the legends and lore behind certain dishes chosen. All guests will love cracking open the new Chinese horoscope book to get advice for their animal signs during the Year of the Ox.
[more info]
Wed, Jan 28, 2009
Vintages Wine 101
The Arcadian Court, 8th Floor, 401 Bay Street
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$55 - call 416-365-5767 or 1-800-266-4764 to reserve
Vintages Wine 101 is an interactive evening to help you unravel the mysteries of the wine world in a fun environment. It's everything you wanted to know about wine, but were afraid to ask – and it's easier than you think! Join the friendly experts from Vintages who will share their knowledge about wine. Learn how to taste wine, how to read a wine label, food and wine matching tips from a restaurateur and more, and sample over 30 different wines from around the world.
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Vintages Wine 101
The Arcadian Court, 8th Floor, 401 Bay Street
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$55 - call 416-365-5767 or 1-800-266-4764 to reserve
Vintages Wine 101 is an interactive evening to help you unravel the mysteries of the wine world in a fun environment. It's everything you wanted to know about wine, but were afraid to ask – and it's easier than you think! Join the friendly experts from Vintages who will share their knowledge about wine. Learn how to taste wine, how to read a wine label, food and wine matching tips from a restaurateur and more, and sample over 30 different wines from around the world.
[more info]
Fri, Jan 30, 2009
Celebrate Australia
The Fermenting Cellar, The Distillery District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$50
Wine Australia wants you to come and help us celebrate Australia Day and experience Australia's diversity with a spectacular selection of over 300 wines. Find all of your favourite Aussie wineries and expect to encounter a few new treasures. Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or you are just beginning to experience the exciting world of Australian wine, you will find yourself surprised and intrigued.
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Celebrate Australia
The Fermenting Cellar, The Distillery District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$50
Wine Australia wants you to come and help us celebrate Australia Day and experience Australia's diversity with a spectacular selection of over 300 wines. Find all of your favourite Aussie wineries and expect to encounter a few new treasures. Whether you consider yourself a wine connoisseur or you are just beginning to experience the exciting world of Australian wine, you will find yourself surprised and intrigued.
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Fri, Jan 30, 2009 -- Sat, Jan 31, 2009
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Fri, Jan 30, 2009 -- Thu, Feb 12, 2009
Winterlicious Prix Fixe Promotion
various restaurants throughout Toronto
various prices
The 2009 edition of Toronto's ever-popular winter restaurant promotion, featuring exclusive three course prix fixe menus offered at 150 of Toronto's top dining establishments.
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Winterlicious Prix Fixe Promotion
various restaurants throughout Toronto
various prices
The 2009 edition of Toronto's ever-popular winter restaurant promotion, featuring exclusive three course prix fixe menus offered at 150 of Toronto's top dining establishments.
[more info]
Sat, Jan 31, 2009
Favourite Foods Across Cultures
Reiss Gallery, 500 College Street
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$65 - call 416-839-9943 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Artist Vivian Reiss and brain guru Ariel Garten team up to present an afternoon of the art and psychology of favourite foods. The process of having a portrait painted is a personal psychological journey, and food is a part of it. Sample the dishes of Reiss’ subjects and learn what they reveal about the individuals.
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Favourite Foods Across Cultures
Reiss Gallery, 500 College Street
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$65 - call 416-839-9943 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Artist Vivian Reiss and brain guru Ariel Garten team up to present an afternoon of the art and psychology of favourite foods. The process of having a portrait painted is a personal psychological journey, and food is a part of it. Sample the dishes of Reiss’ subjects and learn what they reveal about the individuals.
[more info]
Sat, Jan 31, 2009
Victory Cask Ale Festival
Victory Cafe, 581 Markham Street
12:00 noon to 7:00 PM
$12 including souvenir glass, two half-pint beer tickets, plus one food ticket - $8 including glass and beer only - additional beer and food tickets available
This festival will feature a broad selection of winter ales covering many different styles to celebrate the season, paying tribute to local traditional cask ales and welcoming everyone who would like to sample the pleasures of these wonderful brews. There will be twelve cask conditioned ales on offer, all from local Ontario microbreweries. Beer samples will be offered by the half-pint measure, purchased with a beer ticket available at the festival. Hearty food suitable for the season will also be available with a food ticket.
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Victory Cask Ale Festival
Victory Cafe, 581 Markham Street
12:00 noon to 7:00 PM
$12 including souvenir glass, two half-pint beer tickets, plus one food ticket - $8 including glass and beer only - additional beer and food tickets available
This festival will feature a broad selection of winter ales covering many different styles to celebrate the season, paying tribute to local traditional cask ales and welcoming everyone who would like to sample the pleasures of these wonderful brews. There will be twelve cask conditioned ales on offer, all from local Ontario microbreweries. Beer samples will be offered by the half-pint measure, purchased with a beer ticket available at the festival. Hearty food suitable for the season will also be available with a food ticket.
[more info]
Sun, Feb 01, 2009
Travel the Spice Route Brunch
Spice Route, 499 King Street West
11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
$40 - call 416-849-1808 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Take a culinary journey along the ancient Spice Route. Menu items will feature cuisine from Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand and India. Welcoming guests into the restaurant, a Rangoli installation uses spices to highlight the five countries of the Spice Route.
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Travel the Spice Route Brunch
Spice Route, 499 King Street West
11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
$40 - call 416-849-1808 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Take a culinary journey along the ancient Spice Route. Menu items will feature cuisine from Japan, China, Vietnam, Thailand and India. Welcoming guests into the restaurant, a Rangoli installation uses spices to highlight the five countries of the Spice Route.
[more info]
Sun, Feb 01, 2009
Candy-Making Workshop
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
$50 - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Just in time for Valentines Day! Learn to make amazing treats for your sweetie, such as moulded candies and chocolates.
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Candy-Making Workshop
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
$50 - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Just in time for Valentines Day! Learn to make amazing treats for your sweetie, such as moulded candies and chocolates.
[more info]
Tue, Feb 03, 2009
Dining in the Dark
Embrujo Flamenco, 97 Danforth Avenue
7:00 PM
$85 - call 416-778-0007 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. A culinary event for the senses! While blind folded, Chef Jose Salgado guides you through a six-course menu featuring authentic regional fare from Spain, with paired wines from Torres, Spain’s largest winemaker.
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Dining in the Dark
Embrujo Flamenco, 97 Danforth Avenue
7:00 PM
$85 - call 416-778-0007 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. A culinary event for the senses! While blind folded, Chef Jose Salgado guides you through a six-course menu featuring authentic regional fare from Spain, with paired wines from Torres, Spain’s largest winemaker.
[more info]
Tue, Feb 03, 2009
Indian Flavours
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Indian food is more than just curries. Watch and savour the wide and varied flavours the chef Durga Mistry brings to life. Her speciality is North Eastern Indian cooking which is known for having a wide variety of textures and flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
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Indian Flavours
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Indian food is more than just curries. Watch and savour the wide and varied flavours the chef Durga Mistry brings to life. Her speciality is North Eastern Indian cooking which is known for having a wide variety of textures and flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Wed, Feb 04, 2009 -- Sat, Feb 07, 2009
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Wed, Feb 04, 2009
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 1
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 1
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 05, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
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100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 05, 2009
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Burgundy
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Burgundy's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Burgundy
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Burgundy's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 05, 2009
Chocolicious
Bonnie Stern School of Cooking, 6 Erskine Avenue
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
$95 - call 416-484-4810 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn four chocolate dessert recipes. From 70% chocolate bark to a luscious triple chocolate soufflé roll, enjoy a light meal of savoury chocolate dishes and you’ll have your fill of chocolate before the event is done. Plus, a surprise take home gift!
[more info]
Chocolicious
Bonnie Stern School of Cooking, 6 Erskine Avenue
6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
$95 - call 416-484-4810 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn four chocolate dessert recipes. From 70% chocolate bark to a luscious triple chocolate soufflé roll, enjoy a light meal of savoury chocolate dishes and you’ll have your fill of chocolate before the event is done. Plus, a surprise take home gift!
[more info]
Thu, Feb 05, 2009
Share a Glass at The Drake
The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$65 - contact 416-659-8348 to reserve
Join Share a Glass for a fun wine and food tasting at the Drake Hotel. Christine Veit has paired a selection of wines with a few of the Drake's unique appetizers. In addition, enjoy a sparkling wine reception and finish with an indulgent dessert wine.
[more info]
Share a Glass at The Drake
The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$65 - contact 416-659-8348 to reserve
Join Share a Glass for a fun wine and food tasting at the Drake Hotel. Christine Veit has paired a selection of wines with a few of the Drake's unique appetizers. In addition, enjoy a sparkling wine reception and finish with an indulgent dessert wine.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 05, 2009
An Evening of Culinary Excellence: Defining Toronto Cuisine
Palais Royale, 1601 Lake Shore Blvd West
reception at 5:00 PM - dinner at 6:30 PM
$150 - call 416-533-3553 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Indulge in a winter feast prepared by well-known chefs from Toronto and beyond, while supporting the Dancing Classrooms Project, a character building program for 9 and 10 year old inner city kids who are taught to ballroom dance in their classrooms.
[more info]
An Evening of Culinary Excellence: Defining Toronto Cuisine
Palais Royale, 1601 Lake Shore Blvd West
reception at 5:00 PM - dinner at 6:30 PM
$150 - call 416-533-3553 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Indulge in a winter feast prepared by well-known chefs from Toronto and beyond, while supporting the Dancing Classrooms Project, a character building program for 9 and 10 year old inner city kids who are taught to ballroom dance in their classrooms.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 06, 2009
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 06, 2009
Spoon Dating
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$90 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Love good food? Find someone to share it with! Come dine with us and get to know someone new over our three course gourmet meal with Ontario libations to break the ice. Singles only please.
[more info]
Spoon Dating
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$90 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Love good food? Find someone to share it with! Come dine with us and get to know someone new over our three course gourmet meal with Ontario libations to break the ice. Singles only please.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 07, 2009 -- Sun, Feb 08, 2009
Kuumba
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre celebrates African Heritage Month with two weekends full of lively entertainment. Explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians in music, comedy, dance, food, film, panel discussions, spoken word, visual arts, family activities and more.
[more info]
Kuumba
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre celebrates African Heritage Month with two weekends full of lively entertainment. Explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians in music, comedy, dance, food, film, panel discussions, spoken word, visual arts, family activities and more.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 07, 2009
Chocolicious
Bonnie Stern School of Cooking, 6 Erskine Avenue
12:00 noon to 2:30 PM
$95 - call 416-484-4810 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn four chocolate dessert recipes. From 70% chocolate bark to a luscious triple chocolate soufflé roll, enjoy a light meal of savoury chocolate dishes and you’ll have your fill of chocolate before the event is done. Plus, a surprise take home gift!
[more info]
Chocolicious
Bonnie Stern School of Cooking, 6 Erskine Avenue
12:00 noon to 2:30 PM
$95 - call 416-484-4810 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, learn four chocolate dessert recipes. From 70% chocolate bark to a luscious triple chocolate soufflé roll, enjoy a light meal of savoury chocolate dishes and you’ll have your fill of chocolate before the event is done. Plus, a surprise take home gift!
[more info]
Sat, Feb 07, 2009
Guilty Pleasures V: Fashion + Food = Fabulous!
The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
seatings at 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
$35 - call 416-531-5042 ext. 113 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. This exciting fashion brunch, presented by The Drake Hotel and Toronto Fashion Incubator, includes a fashion show with each seating and a chance to shop for cool Canadian designer clothing and accessories. Everyone walks away with a decadent goody bag!
[more info]
Guilty Pleasures V: Fashion + Food = Fabulous!
The Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen Street West
seatings at 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
$35 - call 416-531-5042 ext. 113 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. This exciting fashion brunch, presented by The Drake Hotel and Toronto Fashion Incubator, includes a fashion show with each seating and a chance to shop for cool Canadian designer clothing and accessories. Everyone walks away with a decadent goody bag!
[more info]
Sat, Feb 07, 2009
Artisanal Brewers at Todmorden
Papermill Gallery at Todmorden Mills Museum, 67 Pottery Road
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$50 - call 416-396-2819 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. A celebration of Todmorden Mill’s artisanal beer making history from the 1820s. Choose from eight pairings of craft beer produced by Ontario brewers and cuisine created by local Toronto restaurants. Take home a souvenir tasting glass.
[more info]
Artisanal Brewers at Todmorden
Papermill Gallery at Todmorden Mills Museum, 67 Pottery Road
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$50 - call 416-396-2819 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. A celebration of Todmorden Mill’s artisanal beer making history from the 1820s. Choose from eight pairings of craft beer produced by Ontario brewers and cuisine created by local Toronto restaurants. Take home a souvenir tasting glass.
[more info]
Sun, Feb 08, 2009
Thai Cooking for Teens
Mengrai Thai, 82 Ontario Street
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
$85 - call 416-546-0331 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Join chef Sasi for her cooking class for teenagers. Follow simple step-by-step instructions to cook everyday healthy dishes and tips on creating a great family Thai dinner party at home. Take home a sauce and $30 restaurant gift certificate. Suitable for ages 12-18.
[more info]
Thai Cooking for Teens
Mengrai Thai, 82 Ontario Street
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
$85 - call 416-546-0331 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Join chef Sasi for her cooking class for teenagers. Follow simple step-by-step instructions to cook everyday healthy dishes and tips on creating a great family Thai dinner party at home. Take home a sauce and $30 restaurant gift certificate. Suitable for ages 12-18.
[more info]
Sun, Feb 08, 2009
Five Senses Brunch
Rosewater Supper Club, 19 Toronto Street
seatings at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
$50 - call 416-214-5888 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Prepare to be enticed by the view of this spectacular buffet, and entranced by the aromas, various textures and temperatures of the food. The delectable tastes will enthral you, while the sounds of the kitchen will excite.
[more info]
Five Senses Brunch
Rosewater Supper Club, 19 Toronto Street
seatings at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
$50 - call 416-214-5888 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Prepare to be enticed by the view of this spectacular buffet, and entranced by the aromas, various textures and temperatures of the food. The delectable tastes will enthral you, while the sounds of the kitchen will excite.
[more info]
Mon, Feb 09, 2009
Under a Winter Sky
The Stop Community Food Centre’s Green Barn, 601 Christie Street
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$200 - call 416-652-7867 ext. 250 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Lorenzo Loseto, Executive Chef at George Restaurant, prepares a five-course menu with paired wines served at a candlelit harvest table under the glass roof of the greenhouse. The focus will be on sustainable, local, organic food. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit The Stop's broad range of food access programming.
[more info]
Under a Winter Sky
The Stop Community Food Centre’s Green Barn, 601 Christie Street
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$200 - call 416-652-7867 ext. 250 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Lorenzo Loseto, Executive Chef at George Restaurant, prepares a five-course menu with paired wines served at a candlelit harvest table under the glass roof of the greenhouse. The focus will be on sustainable, local, organic food. All proceeds from the dinner will benefit The Stop's broad range of food access programming.
[more info]
Tue, Feb 10, 2009 -- Wed, Feb 11, 2009
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Winterlicious Culinary Classes
Calphalon Culinary Center, 425 King Street West
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
$60 per class - call 416-847-2212 to register or for more details
Learn to prepare heart-warming fare to take the chill off of any winter’s day, including Dark Ale and Old Cheddar Soup, Salmon Filet en Croute and Mini Bread Pudding with Caramel Sauce. Meet the Chef, take home the recipes, and receive a special gift ($20 value) from Calphalon.
[more info]
Tue, Feb 10, 2009
Chinese New Year Entertaining
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
New exciting hors d`oeuvre featuring flavours of the east to welcome in the new year: crab and leek wonton with a spicy mango puree, sesame marinated tuna tartare on cucumber 'crackers', and lemongrass chicken kebobs with a soy dipping sauce.
[more info]
Chinese New Year Entertaining
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
New exciting hors d`oeuvre featuring flavours of the east to welcome in the new year: crab and leek wonton with a spicy mango puree, sesame marinated tuna tartare on cucumber 'crackers', and lemongrass chicken kebobs with a soy dipping sauce.
[more info]
Wed, Feb 11, 2009 -- Thu, Feb 12, 2009
An Evening with Inniskillin Winemaker Bruce Nicholson
Splendido, 88 Harbord Street
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$200 - call 416-929-7788 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Splendido’s Chef de cuisine David Lee will design a tasting menu paired with Inniskillin’s finest wines. Expert winemaker Bruce Nicholson leads you through all tastings including the new Winemaker Series.
[more info]
An Evening with Inniskillin Winemaker Bruce Nicholson
Splendido, 88 Harbord Street
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$200 - call 416-929-7788 for details
Part of the Winterlicious Culinary Events Series. Splendido’s Chef de cuisine David Lee will design a tasting menu paired with Inniskillin’s finest wines. Expert winemaker Bruce Nicholson leads you through all tastings including the new Winemaker Series.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 12, 2009
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 2
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 2
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 13, 2009
Spoon Dating
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$90 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Love good food? Find someone to share it with! Come dine with us and get to know someone new over our three course gourmet meal with Ontario libations to break the ice. Singles only please.
[more info]
Spoon Dating
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$90 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Love good food? Find someone to share it with! Come dine with us and get to know someone new over our three course gourmet meal with Ontario libations to break the ice. Singles only please.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 13, 2009
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 14, 2009 -- Sun, Feb 15, 2009
Kuumba
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre celebrates African Heritage Month with two weekends full of lively entertainment. Explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians in music, comedy, dance, food, film, panel discussions, spoken word, visual arts, family activities and more.
[more info]
Kuumba
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre celebrates African Heritage Month with two weekends full of lively entertainment. Explore and celebrate the heritage, traditions and culture of African-Canadians in music, comedy, dance, food, film, panel discussions, spoken word, visual arts, family activities and more.
[more info]
Sun, Feb 15, 2009
Stratford Chefs School 19th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction
Scaramouche Restaurant, 1 Benvenuto Place
time t.b.a.
$500 - call 519.271.1414 to reserve
Annual benefit dinner and auction for Stratford Chefs School, this year celebrating their 25th anniversary. Further details t.b.a.
[more info]
Stratford Chefs School 19th Annual Gala Dinner & Auction
Scaramouche Restaurant, 1 Benvenuto Place
time t.b.a.
$500 - call 519.271.1414 to reserve
Annual benefit dinner and auction for Stratford Chefs School, this year celebrating their 25th anniversary. Further details t.b.a.
[more info]
Mon, Feb 16, 2009
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 3
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 3
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
Tue, Feb 17, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 19, 2009
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Thu, Feb 19, 2009
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Burgundy
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Burgundy's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of Burgundy
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of Burgundy's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 20, 2009
Palais d'Hiver
Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
8:00 PM
$65
Palais d’Hiver is a dark and seductive circus for the senses. Under the high ceilings of the Great Hall at Hart House, Zero Gravity will perform a showcase of aerial acts, fire blowers, contortionists and illusionists. The fare of gourmet carnival delicacies and an open bar of high end cocktails, beer and wine will entertain your taste-buds. Guests can interact with an illusionist playing tricks on the mind as DJ Nondoctor (aka Jamie Drummond) serves up hot tunes.
[more info]
Palais d'Hiver
Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
8:00 PM
$65
Palais d’Hiver is a dark and seductive circus for the senses. Under the high ceilings of the Great Hall at Hart House, Zero Gravity will perform a showcase of aerial acts, fire blowers, contortionists and illusionists. The fare of gourmet carnival delicacies and an open bar of high end cocktails, beer and wine will entertain your taste-buds. Guests can interact with an illusionist playing tricks on the mind as DJ Nondoctor (aka Jamie Drummond) serves up hot tunes.
[more info]
Fri, Feb 20, 2009
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Film & Food Club
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$50 (or $125 for series of 3) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
If you love film and food, this course is for you! In each session, you’ll watch and discuss a film, while creating a scrumptious meal based on the theme of the film. A fun way to meet new people, or develop your cooking skills.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 21, 2009
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 21, 2009
Canadian Organic Growers Annual Conference
University of Toronto Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut Street
9:00 PM to 5:00 PM
$55 for COG members - $65 for non-members before Jan 15 - $85 after - contact conference@cog.ca or 416-466-9584 to reserve
Canadian Organic Growers is pleased and excited to host its 3rd annual organic conference. Keynote speaker is Carlo Leifert, the project leader of the largest, most comprehensive organic study every undertaken involving 30 research institutions, companies and universities throughout Europe and beyond. Using science to delineate fact from fiction, the variety and scope of results will amaze you. Panels include Growing for Nourishment, Pregnancy and Organic, All About Your Meat, Organic Restaurants, Importing DDT, Organic Makover, Preserving and Canning, The Organic Wine Story and more.
[more info]
Canadian Organic Growers Annual Conference
University of Toronto Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut Street
9:00 PM to 5:00 PM
$55 for COG members - $65 for non-members before Jan 15 - $85 after - contact conference@cog.ca or 416-466-9584 to reserve
Canadian Organic Growers is pleased and excited to host its 3rd annual organic conference. Keynote speaker is Carlo Leifert, the project leader of the largest, most comprehensive organic study every undertaken involving 30 research institutions, companies and universities throughout Europe and beyond. Using science to delineate fact from fiction, the variety and scope of results will amaze you. Panels include Growing for Nourishment, Pregnancy and Organic, All About Your Meat, Organic Restaurants, Importing DDT, Organic Makover, Preserving and Canning, The Organic Wine Story and more.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 21, 2009
Mad for Marmalade, Crazy for Citron
Fort York, 100 Garrison Road
time t.b.a.
$27 - call 416-392-6907 to register
The historic cooks at Fort York National Historic Site and The Culinary Historians of Ontario present a day dedicated to Seville Orange Marmalade. The day includes making Seville Orange Marmalade using recipes from from various historic cookbooks, a Marmalade Marketplace with preserves and old and new preserving books, tours of Fort York, lunch, and guest speaker Elizabeth Field whose subject is "Marmalade: Contentment in a Jar".
[more info]
Mad for Marmalade, Crazy for Citron
Fort York, 100 Garrison Road
time t.b.a.
$27 - call 416-392-6907 to register
The historic cooks at Fort York National Historic Site and The Culinary Historians of Ontario present a day dedicated to Seville Orange Marmalade. The day includes making Seville Orange Marmalade using recipes from from various historic cookbooks, a Marmalade Marketplace with preserves and old and new preserving books, tours of Fort York, lunch, and guest speaker Elizabeth Field whose subject is "Marmalade: Contentment in a Jar".
[more info]
Mon, Feb 23, 2009
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 4
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
OntarioWineReview Pinot Noir Challenge: Night 4
Campbell House Museum, 160 Queen Street West
7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
$50 - discounts available for multiple nights or groups
Over the course of four nights in February, the Pinot Noir Challenge will feature over 40 different wines from 28 Ontario wineries. Each night, approximately 10 different wines will be tasted blind, and each taster will rate the wines. This is not a reviewer's challenge, it is a people's challenge - your votes and feedback will determine Ontario's Best Pinot Noir. There will also be a brief talk about Pinot Noir, it's history and future in Ontario, all hosted by the Grape Guy himself, Michael Pinkus. After the tastings, gather by the fire for some special bottles of wine from area fruit wineries, sweet treats and coffee. There will also be door prizes from Schott Zwiesel, official glass sponsor for the series.
[more info]
Wed, Feb 25, 2009
Beans and Lentils
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
We all know they are great for us, but most of us don't know how to cook 'em. We'll teach you the ins and outs of preparing delicious dishes with the noble bean.
[more info]
Beans and Lentils
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
We all know they are great for us, but most of us don't know how to cook 'em. We'll teach you the ins and outs of preparing delicious dishes with the noble bean.
[more info]
Sat, Feb 28, 2009
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Tue, Mar 03, 2009
Scandinavian Temptations
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Join Chef Anna Tvinnereim (formerly the Head Chef of the Swedish Consulate – New York) in an exploration of Scandinavian Temptations. From Swedish meatballs to Norwegian Lox to Danish and Finish sweets, you will learn the secrets of Scandinavian cooking. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Scandinavian Temptations
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Join Chef Anna Tvinnereim (formerly the Head Chef of the Swedish Consulate – New York) in an exploration of Scandinavian Temptations. From Swedish meatballs to Norwegian Lox to Danish and Finish sweets, you will learn the secrets of Scandinavian cooking. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Tue, Mar 03, 2009
Terroir 2009
Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
time t.b.a.
ticket details t.b.a.
Third annual symposium for members of the fine dining and hospitality trade. Further details t.b.a.
[more info]
Terroir 2009
Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle
time t.b.a.
ticket details t.b.a.
Third annual symposium for members of the fine dining and hospitality trade. Further details t.b.a.
[more info]
Thu, Mar 05, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Fri, Mar 06, 2009
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of California
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of California's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Global Wine Tour: Exploring The Wines Of California
Fine Wine Reserve, King Street West and Spadina
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
$75 - call 416-909-0460 to reserve
Join one of Canada's foremost wine experts, Steve Thurlow, on a one evening tour of California's most important wine regions. This interactive evening will have you tasting 8 different wines and learning about the different wine producing regions of this very celebrated wine producing area. Over the course of the evening, you will learn about how the wine making styles and its unique climate improves quality in its grown grape varieties, that make both its reds and whites highly celebrated throughout the world. You will also learn about how to match food to the types of wines coming from there. A small sampling of dainty morsels will be provided to assist in the learning of matching food with wine.
[more info]
Sat, Mar 07, 2009
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Sun, Mar 08, 2009 -- Tue, Mar 10, 2009
CFRA Show 2009
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday & Monday - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Tuesday
$20 advance via link below - $30 at the door - admission limited to trade and media only
The Canadian Food & Beverage Show and HostEx are the leading industry events providing a venue for buyers and sellers of industry products. In an effort to leverage the attributes of both events, the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association is marrying these expositions to create the CRFA Show designed to be the greatest buying forum in Canada for the foodservice and hospitality industries.
[more info]
CFRA Show 2009
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sunday & Monday - 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Tuesday
$20 advance via link below - $30 at the door - admission limited to trade and media only
The Canadian Food & Beverage Show and HostEx are the leading industry events providing a venue for buyers and sellers of industry products. In an effort to leverage the attributes of both events, the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association is marrying these expositions to create the CRFA Show designed to be the greatest buying forum in Canada for the foodservice and hospitality industries.
[more info]
Tue, Mar 10, 2009
Latin Cuisine
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Combining the traditional tastes of great European Cuisine with the exciting and varied flavours of Latin America, Executive Chef Carlos Fuenmayor provides a fun and educational experience. Dip your taste buds into the Latin culinary heritage and experience the evolution of exotic flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Latin Cuisine
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Combining the traditional tastes of great European Cuisine with the exciting and varied flavours of Latin America, Executive Chef Carlos Fuenmayor provides a fun and educational experience. Dip your taste buds into the Latin culinary heritage and experience the evolution of exotic flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Sat, Mar 14, 2009
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Tea 101
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
$175 for series of 4 workshops - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
There’s more to tea than what's in your cup. Through this series of tea socials, learn more about tea, its production, its origin, how to brew it and pour it, and how to appreciate it like a connoisseur.
[more info]
Mon, Mar 16, 2009
Cooking with Kiddos
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$80 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Enjoy an afternoon out with your young chefs. This intimate parent and child hands-on cooking class will teach your budding chef the basics of cooking in a fun and interactive way. Maximum six pairs.
[more info]
Cooking with Kiddos
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$80 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Enjoy an afternoon out with your young chefs. This intimate parent and child hands-on cooking class will teach your budding chef the basics of cooking in a fun and interactive way. Maximum six pairs.
[more info]
Wed, Mar 18, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Fri, Mar 20, 2009 -- Sun, Mar 22, 2009
Holistic World Expo
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
various times
$10 - kids under 12 free
A three day event filled with fun, education and entertainment with an impressive cast of health conscious celebrities, educators, politicians, practitioners and exhibitors that will share their wisdom about important health and environmental issues. Holistic World Expo includes; complementary & alternative healing modalities; holistic training schools; sample treatments; eco-environmental awareness; green living technology; healthy food & nutritional choices; exercise & mental relaxation; non-invasive treatments, creative, artistic & musical explorations; natural organic baby, toddler, healthy Mommy products/services, holistic products, gifts and more.
[more info]
Holistic World Expo
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
various times
$10 - kids under 12 free
A three day event filled with fun, education and entertainment with an impressive cast of health conscious celebrities, educators, politicians, practitioners and exhibitors that will share their wisdom about important health and environmental issues. Holistic World Expo includes; complementary & alternative healing modalities; holistic training schools; sample treatments; eco-environmental awareness; green living technology; healthy food & nutritional choices; exercise & mental relaxation; non-invasive treatments, creative, artistic & musical explorations; natural organic baby, toddler, healthy Mommy products/services, holistic products, gifts and more.
[more info]
Fri, Mar 20, 2009 -- Sun, Mar 22, 2009
Toronto Wine & Cheese Show
International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
see website for times
$17 advance - $18 at the door
The Toronto Wine & Cheese Show is known worldwide for its informative and refined selection of gourmet food and award-winning wines. It also features cuisine from renowned restaurants, exciting seminars, beers, single malt whiskies, forthcoming vintages and industry-regarded wine and beer competitions.
[more info]
Toronto Wine & Cheese Show
International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
see website for times
$17 advance - $18 at the door
The Toronto Wine & Cheese Show is known worldwide for its informative and refined selection of gourmet food and award-winning wines. It also features cuisine from renowned restaurants, exciting seminars, beers, single malt whiskies, forthcoming vintages and industry-regarded wine and beer competitions.
[more info]
Sun, Mar 22, 2009
Cooking with Kiddos
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$80 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Enjoy an afternoon out with your young chefs. This intimate parent and child hands-on cooking class will teach your budding chef the basics of cooking in a fun and interactive way. Maximum six pairs.
[more info]
Cooking with Kiddos
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$80 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Enjoy an afternoon out with your young chefs. This intimate parent and child hands-on cooking class will teach your budding chef the basics of cooking in a fun and interactive way. Maximum six pairs.
[more info]
Tue, Mar 24, 2009
Indian Flavours
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Indian food is more than just curries. Watch and savour the wide and varied flavours the chef Durga Mistry brings to life. Her speciality is North Eastern Indian cooking which is known for having a wide variety of textures and flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Indian Flavours
The Art of Cheese, 925 Kingston Road
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$75 (+GST) per person or $140 (+GST) per couple - call 416 850 7639 for reservations or more details
Indian food is more than just curries. Watch and savour the wide and varied flavours the chef Durga Mistry brings to life. Her speciality is North Eastern Indian cooking which is known for having a wide variety of textures and flavours. Recipes and information sheets will be provided along with additional course materials, and don't forget to bring your beverage of choice to compliment the culinary experience.
[more info]
Wed, Mar 25, 2009
Yeast Breads for Beginners
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$65 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Nothing tastes better than homemade bread. We'll demystify bread baking and show you how to proof yeast, mix and knead bread dough and shape loaves and rolls. Learn how to make a selection of delicious breads featuring a variety of whole grain flours including red fife whole wheat loaf, white spelt brioche loaf and oatmeal cinnamon buns.
[more info]
Yeast Breads for Beginners
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$65 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Nothing tastes better than homemade bread. We'll demystify bread baking and show you how to proof yeast, mix and knead bread dough and shape loaves and rolls. Learn how to make a selection of delicious breads featuring a variety of whole grain flours including red fife whole wheat loaf, white spelt brioche loaf and oatmeal cinnamon buns.
[more info]
Fri, Mar 27, 2009
Planet In Focus Mixed Greens: Food Program
Gardiner Museum, 111 Queen’s Park
6:45 PM
PWYC
The monthly Mixed Greens film screening series presented by the Planet in Focus festival presents a program of short films about food.
[more info]
Planet In Focus Mixed Greens: Food Program
Gardiner Museum, 111 Queen’s Park
6:45 PM
PWYC
The monthly Mixed Greens film screening series presented by the Planet in Focus festival presents a program of short films about food.
[more info]
Tue, Mar 31, 2009
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Thu, Apr 02, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Fri, Apr 03, 2009 -- Sun, Apr 05, 2009
The British Isles Show
Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place
various times
various ticket prices
The British Isles Show is Canada's premiere consumer show dedicated to our shared British heritage. Join us for three days of stars, food, and fun in the British tradition.
[more info]
The British Isles Show
Queen Elizabeth Building, Exhibition Place
various times
various ticket prices
The British Isles Show is Canada's premiere consumer show dedicated to our shared British heritage. Join us for three days of stars, food, and fun in the British tradition.
[more info]
Sun, Apr 05, 2009
Easter Around the World
City Hall Rotunda, 100 Queen Street West
12:00 noon to 5:00 PM
free admission
The Community Folk Art Council of Toronto and its member groups bring together different ethnic community Easter displays for the annual Easter Around the World Festival. Learn about different Easter traditions from around the world, enjoy folk dancing performances, and sample traditional holiday food from many countries.
[more info]
Easter Around the World
City Hall Rotunda, 100 Queen Street West
12:00 noon to 5:00 PM
free admission
The Community Folk Art Council of Toronto and its member groups bring together different ethnic community Easter displays for the annual Easter Around the World Festival. Learn about different Easter traditions from around the world, enjoy folk dancing performances, and sample traditional holiday food from many countries.
[more info]
Mon, Apr 06, 2009
California Wine Fair
Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front Street West
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$65 - $60 for wine club members - reserve via link below
This Canadian celebration of California’s wine community touches down on nine cities coast to coast and showcases the state’s diverse growing regions, its passionate vintners and their outstanding wines. These tastings provide a wonderful opportunity to sample a wide range of styles and varietals from all of the major wine-growing regions of the Golden State and meet the vintners who produce these great wines. This is the largest tasting tour of California wines in Canada!
[more info]
California Wine Fair
Fairmont Royal York Hotel, 100 Front Street West
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
$65 - $60 for wine club members - reserve via link below
This Canadian celebration of California’s wine community touches down on nine cities coast to coast and showcases the state’s diverse growing regions, its passionate vintners and their outstanding wines. These tastings provide a wonderful opportunity to sample a wide range of styles and varietals from all of the major wine-growing regions of the Golden State and meet the vintners who produce these great wines. This is the largest tasting tour of California wines in Canada!
[more info]
Thu, Apr 16, 2009
From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
[more info]
From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
[more info]
Tue, Apr 21, 2009
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
100-Mile Meal Cooking Class
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$95 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Join us for a gourmet three course meal prepared using local in-season ingredients and some local beverages. Akin to a nice night out on the town but with the added bonus of education and group exploration.
[more info]
Thu, Apr 23, 2009
From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
[more info]
From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
[more info]
Fri, Apr 24, 2009 -- Sun, Apr 26, 2009
The Green Living Show
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
various times
ticket prices t.b.a.
Toronto's largest consumer show dedicated to all things green returns bigger, better and greener in its 3rd year. The Green Living Show is a trusted source for all things green, with leading environmental exhibitors in a wide range of categories including transportation, food & beverage, energy, home & garden, health & wellness, green business, eco-fashion, eco-tourism & recreation, green building, environmental education and environmental organizations.
[more info]
The Green Living Show
Direct Energy Centre, Exhibition Place
various times
ticket prices t.b.a.
Toronto's largest consumer show dedicated to all things green returns bigger, better and greener in its 3rd year. The Green Living Show is a trusted source for all things green, with leading environmental exhibitors in a wide range of categories including transportation, food & beverage, energy, home & garden, health & wellness, green business, eco-fashion, eco-tourism & recreation, green building, environmental education and environmental organizations.
[more info]
Fri, Apr 24, 2009 -- Sun, Apr 26, 2009
Good Food Festival & Market
International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
various times
$11 advance - $12 adults/$11 seniors at the door
Canada's largest celebration of home cooking and eating, the Festival is all about food and lots of it! Explore what's new in the world of ethnic cuisine, gourmet fare, natural foods, cooking ingredients, and expert advice.
[more info]
Good Food Festival & Market
International Centre, 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga
various times
$11 advance - $12 adults/$11 seniors at the door
Canada's largest celebration of home cooking and eating, the Festival is all about food and lots of it! Explore what's new in the world of ethnic cuisine, gourmet fare, natural foods, cooking ingredients, and expert advice.
[more info]
Sat, Apr 25, 2009
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Little India
various locations in Little India
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
[more info]
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Little India
various locations in Little India
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
[more info]
Wed, Apr 29, 2009
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Ontario Wine & Cheese Tasting
Culinarium, 705 Mount Pleasant Road
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
$45 - email events@culinarium.ca or call 647.430.7004 to register
Two foods Ontario artisans are excelling at in recent years. Enjoy Ontario cheese with your Ontario wines, learn how to create the best matches and host your own wine and cheese party.
[more info]
Thu, Apr 30, 2009
From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
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From Beer to There
various locations
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
$150 for three-part series - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
A three-part beer tasting and appreciation course for beginner beer enthusiasts, or the experienced guzzler! This course will take you through the origins and different types of beer, appropriate food pairings, and introduce you to some of the best beer bars in the city.
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Sat, May 02, 2009
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Kensington Market
various locations in Kensington Market
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
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Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Kensington Market
various locations in Kensington Market
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
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Tue, May 05, 2009 -- Sat, May 09, 2009
Salute Toronto Wine & Food Festival
various locations
various times
ticket info t.b.a.
International wines, inspired cuisine by celebrity chefs and fashionable venues will all be a part of Salute. Attendees of the festival will enjoy an impressive line-up of tasting events, wine and shopping experiences, educational seminars led by leading wine experts and exclusive menus at Toronto’s top restaurants. Aiming to be a true city festival, Salute will hold events at a wide range of venues including The Carlu, The Berkley Church, Hart House and The Distillery District, where stylish lounge environments will create hip and happening surroundings from which to appreciate the wine and food on offer.
[more info]
Salute Toronto Wine & Food Festival
various locations
various times
ticket info t.b.a.
International wines, inspired cuisine by celebrity chefs and fashionable venues will all be a part of Salute. Attendees of the festival will enjoy an impressive line-up of tasting events, wine and shopping experiences, educational seminars led by leading wine experts and exclusive menus at Toronto’s top restaurants. Aiming to be a true city festival, Salute will hold events at a wide range of venues including The Carlu, The Berkley Church, Hart House and The Distillery District, where stylish lounge environments will create hip and happening surroundings from which to appreciate the wine and food on offer.
[more info]
Tue, May 05, 2009
German Wine Fair: Riesling Rules!
Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Taste from over 100 German wines in a variety of styles and featuring the elegant and increasingly popular Riesling. Sample wines with a variety of international food flavours, and meet winery principals and winemakers.
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German Wine Fair: Riesling Rules!
Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe Street
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Taste from over 100 German wines in a variety of styles and featuring the elegant and increasingly popular Riesling. Sample wines with a variety of international food flavours, and meet winery principals and winemakers.
[more info]
Sat, May 09, 2009
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Chinatown
various locations in Chinatown
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
[more info]
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Chinatown
various locations in Chinatown
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
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Sat, May 16, 2009
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Little Italy
various locations in Little Italy
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
[more info]
Explore Toronto’s Culinary Neighbourhoods: Little Italy
various locations in Little Italy
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM
$40 (or $125 for series of 4 events) - to register or for more details, call 416-973-4093, email learning@harbourfrontcentre.com or visit link below
Taste, talk and tour your way through the city’s fantastic culinary hot spots, markets and neighbourhoods. You’ll get the insider’s scoop with a cultural perspective and hear the personal stories of Toronto’s food experts.
[more info]
Thu, May 21, 2009
New Zealand Wine Fair
venue t.b.a.
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Details t.b.a.
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New Zealand Wine Fair
venue t.b.a.
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Details t.b.a.
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Tue, Jun 16, 2009
Sip & Savour Ontario
Fermenting Cellar, Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Sample winning wines from the Ontario Wine Awards, paired with local food. Further details t.b.a.
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Sip & Savour Ontario
Fermenting Cellar, Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Sample winning wines from the Ontario Wine Awards, paired with local food. Further details t.b.a.
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Fri, Aug 14, 2009 -- Sun, Aug 23, 2009
Planet IndigenUs
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre and Brantford’s Woodland Cultural Centre present Planet IndigenUs, a multi-disciplinary arts festival showcasing professional Canadian Aboriginal artists in an international context. Providing a unique and provocative experience of the contemporary realities that define indigenous artistic expressions, the guiding themes of this festival are Identity, Rights, and Continuity. Music, dance, visual arts, craft design, theatre, literary art, film, performance art, and an international indigenous art and food market fill this exciting event. Interactive performances, workshops, and hands-on artistic/community collaboration projects help advance artists’ careers, develop local, national and international links, and build new audiences of indigenous art.
[more info]
Planet IndigenUs
Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West
various times
free admission
Harbourfront Centre and Brantford’s Woodland Cultural Centre present Planet IndigenUs, a multi-disciplinary arts festival showcasing professional Canadian Aboriginal artists in an international context. Providing a unique and provocative experience of the contemporary realities that define indigenous artistic expressions, the guiding themes of this festival are Identity, Rights, and Continuity. Music, dance, visual arts, craft design, theatre, literary art, film, performance art, and an international indigenous art and food market fill this exciting event. Interactive performances, workshops, and hands-on artistic/community collaboration projects help advance artists’ careers, develop local, national and international links, and build new audiences of indigenous art.
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Wed, Oct 07, 2009
Chilean Wine Festival
Fermenting Cellar, Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Over 450 wine lovers, an array of Chilean wineries, and hot, live Chilean music will add a little zest to the Distillery Historic District as the Chilean Wine Festival heats up Toronto. This dynamic fiesta provides an authentic Chilean setting where guests can educate themselves on Chile's important role in the wine world.
[more info]
Chilean Wine Festival
Fermenting Cellar, Distillery Historic District, 55 Mill Street
7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
ticket info t.b.a.
Over 450 wine lovers, an array of Chilean wineries, and hot, live Chilean music will add a little zest to the Distillery Historic District as the Chilean Wine Festival heats up Toronto. This dynamic fiesta provides an authentic Chilean setting where guests can educate themselves on Chile's important role in the wine world.
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Thu, Oct 08, 2009
Chilean Winemaker's Dinner
venue t.b.a.
times t.b.a.
ticket info t.b.a.
Mix and mingle with top Chilean Winemakers and Principals at an exclusive dinner hosted by Wines of Chile and the Trade Commission of Chile. Further details t.b.a.
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Chilean Winemaker's Dinner
venue t.b.a.
times t.b.a.
ticket info t.b.a.
Mix and mingle with top Chilean Winemakers and Principals at an exclusive dinner hosted by Wines of Chile and the Trade Commission of Chile. Further details t.b.a.
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