Taking Champagne with Madame Champenoise Liz Palmer graced the Wine Angels with her presence in the Cave (Toronto) last month to toast to the release of her new book The Ultimate Guide to Champagne. Liz’s love affair with wine began nine years ago, as she made the transition from law to a studying Somm. As we […]
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Toronto-based Wine Writer, Liz Palmer’s The Ultimate Guide To Champagne is now available at Ben McNally Books, 366 Bay Street, Toronto — “Toronto’s Most Beautiful Bookstore” About The Ultimate Guide To Champagne: There is much more to champagne than the drink – Champagne is named after the region where it is grown, fermented and bottled.
On November 15, 2016, I had an exceptional book signing at PJ O’Brien’s Pub – 9 Colborne St, Toronto. The event was hosted by: The British Canadian Chamber of Trade and Commerce [BCCTC]; Belgian Canadian Business Chamber [BCBC]; and Canadian Netherlands Business and Professional Association Inc. [CNBPA] I’m very happy to say event was sold out!
90/100 This is an impressive wine at price and production level; a great go-to for many occasions. This pinot noir delivers aromas of earthy notes, wild strawberry, with hints of red plum and rose petals, around a light, bright core; while remaining soft and smooth in texture and intensity; finishing with flavors of cherry, cola,
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LCBO’s Chair Edward Waitzer announced this week the appointment of Dr. George Soleas PhD to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the LCBO. “Dr. Soleas has successfully led many aspects of LCBO’s operations and built strong working relationships with suppliers and other key stakeholders. At a time when LCBO faces significant opportunities
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Wines from Germany are represented again on wine lists of top restaurants and they have gained success in national and international wine competitions. What has happened? “Next Generation Germany” – These are new generation wines, feature a reinvented taste and grape composition yet are made by traditional wine producing establishments – even some of the labels
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In the same way that a Napa wine comes only from Napa Valley, California, Champagne comes only from Champagne, France. As of January 1, 2014, Canada joins the group of nations that put truth-in-labeling first. This change in the law isolates the United States even more as over 45% of all sparkling wine are still
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If you’ve heard of Charlie’s Burgers, the stories have most likely been shrouded in mystery and intrigue. This auspicious, boundary-pushing, word-of-mouth popup-dining destination is the brainchild of Toronto resident Franco Stalteri. I’m sitting down with Franco to discuss his latest venture “Champagne Charlie Burger” late December. Our meet-up took place at 416 Snack Bar one
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It’s been an open secret for several years now — the Rothschild family has embarked on a new venture in Champagne. Last week, Philippe Sereys de Rothschild, the chairman of the project, was in New York to launch Champagne Barons de Rothschild. The Champagne unites three different branches of the family: Benjamin, a Geneva banker
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Champagnes Tasted: N/V Blanc de Blanc – 100% Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs; green/gold in color; white fruit aromas, with notes of exotic fruits typical of Chardonnay grapes; lively bubbles; persistent in the mouth; a well balanced with nice acidity with a fresh, long finish – 95/100 N/V Rose – Pale rose colour with some
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