Liz Palmer

Save the Dates: 2022 Wine Days to Celebrate!

To help you plan for 2022, here is list of some of the biggest wine days out there – in chronological order. This list is comprised of important national or international wine days, with relevant hashtags, is a great starting point to assist you in planning fun and engaging posts. If I missed any dates, […]

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Tasting Notes: Pellegrino Cavallina Grillo/Pinot Grigio 2020 and Centopassi “Giato” Nero d’Avola – Perricone – 2020

These are wines for contemplating – after tasting these two wines from Sicily they helped me focus on my New Year’s goals….. Pellegrino Cavallina Grillo/Pinot Grigio 2020 This medium body wine has a surprisingly, pleasingly smooth texture, is a blend of Pinot Grigio and Grillo, is well-balanced, there are notes of green apples, pears, melons,

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Press Release: TORONTO, November 30, 2021 /CNW/ – Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario and Crafting For A Cure partner once again to bring Ontario Residents “Uncorked – Holiday Auction”

“Uncorked Holiday Auction” invites Ontario residents, 19 years of age and older to bid on a wide variety of amazing items, including Air Canada tickets, wines, spirits, product packages, vacation stays, experiences and so much more! Wine enthusiasts, craft-lovers or those who embrace the opportunity to give back to the community will find items to

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Save the Date: Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario’s “Uncorked Holiday Edition,” virtual silent auction commences November 25th

Save the Date: Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario’s “Uncorked Holiday Edition,” virtual silent auction commences November 25th and will run through to December 5th! Opportunity knocks and bottles pop! Crafting For a Cure is pleased to host “Uncorked” – a wine and gift basket silent auction supporting of two critically important causes. Bid on our fantastic

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Book review for the OIV Awards: Sustainable and Innovative Wine Tourism – Success Models from all Around the World 

I just finished reviewing a book for the OIV Awards: Sustainable and Innovative Wine Tourism – Success Models from all Around the World, Monograph by Raul Compes Lopez and Gergely Szolnoki  It was a fascinating read on the sector. The monograph compiles the works of 36 authors from 15 nationalities and explores the evolution of

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Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario “Uncorked” Wine and Gift Basket Auction

Les Dames d’Escoffier Ontario sends a sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone that participated in our recent “Uncorked” online auction.  The response exceeded our expectations, and we could not be more pleased and humbled by your thoughtfulness. The event was a success in part due to our wonderful partner Crafting for a Cure, our generous sponsors, thoughtful

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I’m so honoured to be nominated for the 2021 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards!

I’m so honoured to be nominated for the 2021 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards!   I am grateful to have such an amazing board of women @lesdamesintario and @upsocialwineandspirits team – I could do any of this without you🙏 #grateful #RBCcanadianwomen #staysafe #woiglobal #awards #nomination #woiglobal #womensupportingwomen #womenentrepreneurs #womeninbusiness #inspiration #womeninwine #womeninhospitality #womeninwinebusiness  #womeninmarketing #martec

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CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY WITH FRANCE CANADA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP – MARCH 8TH, 2021

I am honoured and delighted to participate in an online panel discussion to mark “International Women’s Day 2021 – France Canada Chamber of Commerce (ON) and the French Embassy in Canada” celebrating – Women in Leadership – I am excited to come together with other industry leaders and to hear their perspectives. A special “Thank

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Silicon Valley Bank: The US wine industry will bound back in 2021

The US wine industry is poised to bounce back in 2021, according to a report by Rob McMillan, Founder, Silicon Valley Bank, with a consumer desire to celebrate set to help drive wine sales this year. Silicon Valley Bank’s 20th annual review of wine industry prospects predicts that temporary gains will yield to long-term declines.

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New Zealand Winegrowers Announce Inaugural 2021 Wine Week

The New Zealand Winegrowers has just revealed details its inaugural New Zealand Wine Week, which kicks off February 8th, 2021 as a virtual event. With activities planned across the USA, UK, Ireland, and Canada, there is a wide-range program including tastings, discussions, and online activities, including ‘Challenging the Myths around Food Miles.’ The events have

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