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The Hand-Sanitizer Manufacturing Exchange Is Launched in Canada

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Cosmetics Alliance Canada, the Canadian Consumer Specialty Products Association and Spirits Canada today launched the Hand-Sanitizer Manufacturing Exchange as part of their efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19. Hand-sanitizers have been recognized as one of the effective tools in combatting the transfer of the COVID-19 virus and a measure that can be easily and safely utilized […]

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Ontario Adopts Temporary Measures to Support Bars, Restaurants and Alcohol Retailers During COVID-19

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The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) has announced a number of temporary measures to support local businesses in Ontario that have been significantly impacted by the spread of COVID-19. Effective immediately, licensed restaurants and bars in Ontario will be allowed to sell alcohol with food takeout and delivery orders between the hours of

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Vinitaly postponed to April 18-21 2021

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This week Veronafiere announced Vinitaly 2020 was canceled, made in agreement with representatives of Vinitaly’s partner associations, which are listed below. Sol&Agrifood and Enolitech shows, which are held in conjunction with Vinitaly, and have also been rescheduled to 18-21 April 2021. Commenting on the massive economic impact of Covid-19 for the exhibition business in Europe,

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Global Wine Experts Describe Impact of Turbulence Ahead

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Wine Intelligence’s global expert network on the impact of Coronavirus: ‘Christmas trading’ in Italian supermarkets amid a gloomy outlook, calm in Brazil and South Africa, fewer Chinese tourists in Australia, silver linings in South Korea, growing concern in the UK and US How are consumers behaving in your market? AUSTRALIA: The most noticeable element is

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The Institute of Masters of Wine announces Seven new Masters of Wine

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The Institute of Masters of Wine has announced seven new Masters of Wine, from five countries. The total number of MWs in the world is now 396 in 30 countries. The new members of the IMW are Vanessa Conlin MW (US), Elizabeth Kelly (UK), Pasi Ketolainen (Finland), Lin Liu (France), Curtis Mann (US), Beth Pearce

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Steven Spurrier is returning to Napa for the Judgment of Napa

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May 2020 Steven Spurrier and George Taber will return to Napa for the Judgment of Napa – a modern-day interpretation of the famed 1976 event with a focus on giving the public a chance to be part of the judgment. Full itinerary, video and ticket link here. 50 VIP guests paying $15,000 will have the opportunity to participate

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Chef Marco Pierre White launches “£7,000 Spring Gastronomy Experience’” in the Scottish Highlands

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Tempestuous Chef Marco Pierre White has just launched a three-night food experience at Alladale Wilderness Reserve in the Scottish Highlands which will set you back £6,910. The ‘Spring Gastronomy Experience’ is being offered by Satopia Travel. In its promotional material for the four-day culinary adventure, Satopia Travel dubs Pierre White “the Godfather of modern British

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2020 Cognac Trend Predictions

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Cognac continues to evolve globally given the interest in craft cocktails, particularly in pre-prohibition cocktails. With the United States being the first cognac market (102.4 million cognac bottles imported in 2019) it has diversified the many ways cognac can be consumed, from sipping it neat to using it as the base for trendy and originating

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Michelin Introduces Sustainable Gastronomy Symbol

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The Michelin Guide has unveiled a new green clover symbol in its France guide to indicate restaurants with “commendable environmental practices”. First revealed at the launch of the Michelin Guide France 2020 on 27 January, the new icon has been allocated to over 50 sustainable restaurants. Among them is three Michelin-starred Mirazur in Menton which

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Glenfiddich Announces Canadian Artists in Residence Program for 2020

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Glenfiddich celebrates 15 years of supporting Canadian art with the launch of its annual “Glenfiddich Artist in Residence Program” This program awards one artist a three-month residency in Dufftown, Scotland. The award includes three-months income, travel costs, all-inclusive accommodations, materials and the opportunity to collaborate with globally celebrated artists. “The Glenfiddich Artist in Residency program

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