Events and times are subject to change without notice. Please contact the participating store for details.
September
Friday, September 3 | 4:00 – 8:00 pm
BACARDI RUM
Join us to sample Bacardi 8 year old rum. Taste the butterscotch, caramel and sweet spices which have been allowed to develop during the aging process. Perfect to serve neat or mixed in a traditional rum cocktail.
Saturday, September 4 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
JACK DANIEL’S 160th BIRTHDAY
Join us as we celebrate 160 years of Jack Daniel's Whiskey. To toast this
celebration we have Jack Daniel's Sour Mash and a special treat Gentleman
Jack Rare Tennessee Whiskey. Jack Daniel's Single Barrel Whiskey will be
available for purchase, and with any Jack Daniel’s purchase.
Saturday, September 4 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
VOGA PINOT GRIGIO
Come by the Great Hall tasting bar and try Voga Pinot Grigio. This medium bodied wine from Italy offers aromas and flavours of pear, apple and fresh peach with a pallet pleasing finish.
Saturday, September 4 | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
SOPHISTICATED WINES
Francis Ford Coppola Presents Rosso Shiraz, a ruby red wine with blackberry, plum flavours and subtle vanilla notes. Maison Louis Jadot Mâcon Villages Chardonnay is a classic French wine with inviting aromas of apple, citrus, nuts and floral. Take the opportunity to sample this great white wine and taste for yourself.
Saturday, September 10 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
RELAX wih Rosé wines
Rosé wines are perfect for entertaining and pairing with appetizers for casual entertaining. Tonight discover La Vielle Ferme Cotes Du Ventoux Rosé and Misterio Malbec-Shiraz Rosé.
Saturday, September 11 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
SIDECAR COCKTAIL
This classic French cocktail is made with Cointreau and St. Rémy Brandy, two historic French liqueurs and topped with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Try one today paired with French Macaroons.
Friday, September 17 | 4:00 – 8:00 pm
ONTARIO WINE AND CHEESE TASTING
Indulge in an Ontario wine and cheese tasting with Union Wines and Rosewood Estates Winery. Learn about the five wine styles Ontario does brilliantly, with Ontario cheese to match. Discover how delicious Ontario’s bounty can be.
Saturday, September 18 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
THANKSGIVING APPETIZERS
Start planning your Thanksgiving menu with appetizers prepared with local ingredients, matched with wines from Jackson - Triggs and Château des Charmes. Interactive cooking demonstrations show you how to impress your guests with local ingredients and Ontario VQA wine.
Saturday, September 18 | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
AUSTRALIAN SHIRAZ
This evening we sample two Australian wines: Mclaren Vale 2007 Shiraz a VINTAGES wine and The Lucky Country Shiraz. Both wines are great example of the Shiraz varietal and demonstrate why wine lovers the world over look to Australia for flavorful reds.
Saturday, September 18 | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Stella Artois
Stella Artois has become one of the top premium beers the world over. This Belgium full-flavoured lager is a popular choice all year round and goes well with food or own its own.
Friday, September 24 | 4:00 – 8:00 pm
ONTARIO WINE AND CHEESE TASTING
Indulge in an Ontario wine and cheese tasting with Alvento and Fresh Wines. Learn about the five wine styles Ontario does brilliantly, with Ontario cheese to match. Discover how delicious Ontario’s bounty can be.
Saturday, September 25 | 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 pm
PERFECT SIDE DISHES FOR THANKSGIVING
Savour side dishes that celebrate the harvest, with wines from Wayne Gretzky Wines and Peller Estates to match. Our chef shows you how to liven up your side dishes while using seasonal local ingredients.
Saturday, September 25 | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
CAZADORES TEQUILA
Cazadores Reposado Tequila is made with 100% Blue Agave from the highlands of Mexico and boosts they are the one true premium Tequila. Taste for yourself and decide. Cazadores Anejo Tequila will also be available for sampling, a great choice for homemade margaritas.
Saturday, September 25 | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
WARSTEINER PREMIUM LAGER
Germany is known for its world class beers of which Warsteiner Premium Lager is just one. This beer greets you with aromas of sour dough bread and follows through with a creamy texture, with bitter hoppy finish. Bring home the spirit of Germany’s October fest with this beer.