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Our province is teeming with unique food and wine events that take place year-round. Whether it’s a festival, chef dinner, or farmers’ market, they all offer a new culinary experiences to discover. If you’re hungry to explore, here’s what’s going on.

May 17, 2012

The Stop: Food For Change

By Julia Gilmore

Date: May 17, 2012 12:00 am
Where: Wychwood Barns

The Stop’s acclaimed chef Chris Brown, former Executive Chef of Perigee Restaurant, presents an intimate dining experience in support of The Stop’s innovative programs that fight hunger, build hope and inspire change. (more…)

The Dinner Concert Sessions @ Foster’s Inn

By Agatha Podgorski

Date: May 17, 2012 6:30 pm
Where: Foster's Inn

http://ontarioculinary.com/wp2011/wp-content/uploads/gravity_forms/10-bb9364197dcbb7dcb28df4e737d1f6e0/2012/03/panoramicrestaurant3.jpgWith a ballsy, heart on her sleeve, straight shootin attitude, her raw, edgy songs take no prisoners and tell it like it is. Juno nominated, multiple CFMA nominated and four time WCMA winner Mayes is a force to be reckoned with. Stratford will soon find out what all the fuss is about. A great show with a great artist to end a great series. Get your tickets early.

May 19, 2012

Wine & Herb Weekends – Niagara-on-the-Lake

By Agatha Podgorski

Start: May 19, 2012
End: May 20, 2012
Where:

Discover the wonderful connection between wine and herbs during this annual spring celebration. Tour our 28 wineries to experience a uniquely herb-inspired VQA wine and food pairing at each. Highlighting the 2011 TripAdvisor designation of Niagara-on-the-Lake as Canada’s #1 Food & Wine Destination, a number of the wineries will be working with local restaurants and suppliers, creating food matches that use regional ingredients and highlight the herbs and the wines selected.

For a full list of herb-inspired VQA wine and food pairings visit www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com.

Advance touring pass price $38* per person until April 15 ($43* per person after April 15) entitles holder to a wine and food pairing at each of the member wineries.

NEW designated driver touring pass price $30 per person (limit one per purchase) entitles the holder to a food pairing and non-alcoholic beverage at each of the member wineries.

Wine & Herb touring passes are now available to buy online at www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com or by calling 905.468.1950.

*Plus applicable taxes

NEW designated driver touring pass price $30 per person (limit one per purchase) entitles the holder to a food pairing and non-alcoholic beverage at each of the member wineries.

Wine & Herb touring passes are now available to buy online at www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com or by calling 905.468.1950.

*Plus applicable taxes

Elora Culinary Walking Tour

By OCTA

Date: May 19, 2012 1:00 pm
Where:

Come for a stroll through the streets of historic Elora and enjoy the culinary delights it has to offer! During the tour, sample specially created dished at various locally owned and operated restaurants and shops while getting a bit of a history lesson as well!

 

 

The tour brings together food, history, and architecture in a unique and fun way, and happens every Saturday from 1 – 3pm all year long!

Stops during the tour include:

To reserve your spot on the Saturday tours, contact olivegrove@wightman.ca

Check out the video explaining the Walking Tour here!

 

May 21, 2012

86′d with Ivy Knight

By Agatha Podgorski

Date: May 21, 2012 8:00 pm
Where: The Drake Hotel

Get your hands dirty every Monday night with some artful food fun: Be a guest judge in one of our competitive cook-offs, get creative with some do-it-yourself food art or sit back + sip a pint as sharp + sassy host Ivy Knight takes your taste buds on a gastronomical mystery tour.

Tonight we welcome the Terroir Hospitality Industry Symposium’s after party! In honor of Terroir, Drake’s new Head Chef Darren Glew will be creating complementary hors d’oeuvres. Sponsored by delicious Victoria Gin.

  • Venue: Lounge
  • Cover: FREE

 

May 24, 2012

OWS: Sauvignon Blanc – Same Grape, Different Wines

By Julia Gilmore

Date: May 24, 2012 6:30 pm
Where: Stonechurch Vineyard

Join the Ontario Wine Society at Stonechurch Vineyards to explore the many styles of Sauvignon Blanc in Niagara. Four winemakers will provide insights during the tasting and light snacks will be prepared by a local chef. Continue reading

OWS: Merlot & Savagnin

By Julia Gilmore

Date: May 24, 2012 7:30 pm
Where: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 594

In addition to the Merlot tastings, the Ontario Wine Society (Windsor/Essex Chapter) will also have a unique and rare opportunity to taste several Savagnin wines. The selections include a Savagnin from Jura and also a Savagnin from Niagara’s Megalomaniac Winery. Continue reading

May 26, 2012

Wine & Herb Weekends – Niagara-on-the-Lake

By Agatha Podgorski

Start: May 26, 2012
End: May 27, 2012
Where:

Discover the wonderful connection between wine and herbs during this annual spring celebration. Tour our 28 wineries to experience a uniquely herb-inspired VQA wine and food pairing at each. Highlighting the 2011 TripAdvisor designation of Niagara-on-the-Lake as Canada’s #1 Food & Wine Destination, a number of the wineries will be working with local restaurants and suppliers, creating food matches that use regional ingredients and highlight the herbs and the wines selected.

For a full list of herb-inspired VQA wine and food pairings visit www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com.

Advance touring pass price $38* per person until April 15 ($43* per person after April 15) entitles holder to a wine and food pairing at each of the member wineries.

NEW designated driver touring pass price $30 per person (limit one per purchase) entitles the holder to a food pairing and non-alcoholic beverage at each of the member wineries.

Wine & Herb touring passes are now available to buy online at www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com or by calling 905.468.1950.

*Plus applicable taxes

NEW designated driver touring pass price $30 per person (limit one per purchase) entitles the holder to a food pairing and non-alcoholic beverage at each of the member wineries.

Wine & Herb touring passes are now available to buy online at www.wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com or by calling 905.468.1950.

*Plus applicable taxes

Elora Culinary Walking Tour

By OCTA

Date: May 26, 2012 1:00 pm
Where:

Come for a stroll through the streets of historic Elora and enjoy the culinary delights it has to offer! During the tour, sample specially created dished at various locally owned and operated restaurants and shops while getting a bit of a history lesson as well!

 

 

The tour brings together food, history, and architecture in a unique and fun way, and happens every Saturday from 1 – 3pm all year long!

Stops during the tour include:

To reserve your spot on the Saturday tours, contact olivegrove@wightman.ca

Check out the video explaining the Walking Tour here!

 

Harvest Table Dining Series @ Hillebrand Estate Winery

By Julia Gilmore

Date: May 26, 2012 7:00 pm
Where: Hillebrand Winery

Join us at the Hillebrand Harvest Table for a local taste of Niagara. A member of Chef Frank Dodd’s culinary team will host your dining event as they share local food and wine stories. You and fellow guests will start with a sparkling reception, leading into a 4-course menu featuring wines perfectly paired by our Winemaker Craig McDonald. Continue reading