Live food-art painting demonstration by Chef Salvatore Parretta. 

Feast on Italian Wine, Food, Fashion and Art in style! La Dolce Vita!

A Day in Prince Edward County with The Wine Ladies, PIE Magazine.

As hosts of their weekly television show, One Sip At A Time, The Wine Ladies, Georgia and Susanne share their passion for wine and delicious food pairings. Here, on the pages that follow The Wine Ladies detail a few of their recent wine discoveries.

A Day in Prince Edward County with The Wine Ladies

A Day in Prince Edward County with The Wine Ladies

A day in the county, a promised land for elegant, seductive wines tinged with limestone and a undeniable minerality, “It’s due to the dirt,”the locals say, Prince Edward County , Ontario’s newest wine region, sits on a limestone plateau made up of billions of sea-creature fossils…..

For the complete story and reviews of some of the stunning wineries in Prince Edward County….

PIE Magazine available online through ITunes and in stores at Chapters and Indigo

The Wine Ladies wish to thank the Prince Edward County wineries that participated in our story, Rose Hall Run Winery, Waupoos Estates Winery, Casa-Dea Winery and Huff Estates Winery as well as a special thank-you to the fashions  provided by Main Stream, Beachy Keen Swimwear and Royal Posh from Oakville, Ontario.

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Belkraft 's Stainless Steel Vacumatic and Waterless Cookware

Belkraft ‘s Stainless Steel Vacumatic and Waterless Cookware

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1.Make sure that you are following us on Twitter @TheWineLadies  @BelKraftcom

2.Enter to win these prizes between Friday, Dec 20th at 12 p.m. EST and Friday, March 14th,2014 at 11:00 a.m. Winners will be drawn at noon on every 2nd Friday!During each contest period (for instance, from Friday, Dec 20th, 2013 @ 12pm EST until Friday, Jan 3rd, 2014 @ 11:00am EST) tweet hashtag #BelKraftTWLContest. Below are examples that you can use and modify as you see fit.

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3.Each time you tweet (or re-tweet our Tweets) using the hash tag #BelKraftTWLContest, your name will be entered into our draw for a chance to win the prize. Keep entering every day/week for your chance to win one of 5 great prizes. Be sure to add @TheWineLadies  @BelKraftcom at the end of your Tweet as well so we can track it. If you don’t TWEET you can also enter on  BelKraft FACEBOOK Fan page or The Wine Ladies FACEBOOK Fan page too.

Be sure to follow @BelKraftcom to qualify to win!!!!

The more you Tweet, the better your chances!

Below is the schedule and a list of upcoming prizes.

Belkraft 's Stainless Steel Vacumatic and Waterless Cookware

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Six (6) Two (2) quart saucepans and covers to be given away every 2nd Friday!

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Girls’ Night Out sparkling

Girls’ Night Out Sparkling wine rocks Crystal Soiree chez Susanne.

What a wonderful world it is with great friends… awesome food and delicious wines! At our recent “Crystal Soiree dinner party” hosted by Susanne, a festive time was had by all!In our flutes is one of our favs to enjoy with the gals Girls’ Night Out Sparkling!

A nod to our own wine country, from Ontario wine region of Lake Erie North Shore Colio Estates Wines delights with their 100% Riesling sparkling. A delish way to kick off our evening and stay with us the evening long. Nothing says celebration better than a little bubbly. No need to break the bank either… shhhh only $13.95!

 

Some of the ladies gracing Susanne's home for the Crystal Soiree.

Some of the ladies gracing Susanne’s home for the Crystal Soiree.

In the Girls’ Night Out sparkling we love the notes of citrus and green apple both on the nose and on the palate. Delish food and fizz are naturals. The lively bubbles are a natural too for a variety of appetizers including spannokopita and goat cheese, toasted pine nut appetizers.

The finale of the evening was a special “gateau” brought by a good friend is simply devine with our wine! Girls’ Night Out sparkling.

Happy Holidays everyone!

Celebrity Homes, featuring The Wine Ladies in Homes and Cottages Magazine.

Homes and Cottages recently visited their homes and have featured them as the Celebrity Home feature.

The Wine Ladies-Georgia Mense -Chase and Susanne Seelig- Mense are media darlings when it comes to the fruit of the vine. Known simply to their fans as Georgia and Susanne, The Wine Ladies host an Internet TV show and are sought after as guest speakers and celebrity hosts for events across the country. They market fine wines and wine related products through their online store and have garnered Entrepreneur of the Year from the Oakville Ontario Awards for Business Excellence. The Wine Ladies having just celebrated their 10th anniversary are the top media wine personalities in Canada. Homes and Cottages recently visited their homes and have featured them as the Celebrity Home feature.

Homes and Cottages Magazine Cover.

Homes and Cottages Magazine Cover.

Pick up a copy or visit www.HomesandCottages.com

Homes and Cottages Magazine.

Celebs Suburban Stars, The Wine Ladies featured July 2008!

Hitting The High Notes Italian Style a huge hit!

Chef Massimo Capra in action! What a delish performance! A “frittata” like pancake, to die for!

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A great time was had by all Friday October 4th as The Wine Ladies and VIP guests enjoyed a scrumptiously Italian evening of fine wine, delectable appetizers and stunning song at Mistura’s swanky Sopra Upper Lounge!

Stunning Sopra Upper Lounge, beautifully appointed, valet parking. Perfect venue for our event. A big thank-you to Chef Massimo Capra along with partner, Paolo Paolini, Danielle and the entire team for making it an awesome night.

Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra from Food Network’s Restaurant Takeover and Cityline TV wowed the crowd with his incredible personality and culinary skills. Massimo is truly a maestro in the kitchen and there is no doubt why his resturant Mistura is one of Toronto’s finest!

Everyone wants a snap shot of Massimo Capra! We luv Massimo and his mustachio!

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Tweet to Win! Over $3500.00 in prizes

Accommodations for Bed & Breakfasts/Cottages,Vacation Homes and Suites!

 

Five (5) fabulous getaway packages to be won!

Stay at a gorgeous Niagara-on-the-Lake Bed and Breakfast resort in the heart of wine country, visit award winning wineries,restaurants and much more!

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Prize #5: Win a two-night Days of Wine and Roses-February 2014 

Enter to win this prize between Friday, January 3 at 12 p.m. EST and Friday, January 17, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. Winner will be drawn at noon on Friday, January 17, 2014.

Value: $650.00

Enter to win this prize between Friday,Jan 3rd, 2014 @ 12pm EST until Friday, Jan 17th, 2014 @11:00am

Winner to be drawn at noon on Friday,Jan 17th, 2014

Our winner is Charlene Wakefield @SeaGalsbytheSea

Your prize includes:

Girasole Bed and Breakfast. Two nights for two!

Entrees for 2

Complimentary tour of the Chocolate F/X factory in St. David’s for  up to 6 persons plus a Truffle Gift Pack

Three award winning wineries including a tour for up to 6 to Hinterbrook, tour to Riverview Cellars Winery

Here’s how to enter! It’s as easy as 1-2-3

1.Make sure that you are following us on Twitter @TheWineLadies @OntarioBnBs

2.During each contest period (for instance, from Friday, Oct 11th, 2013 @ 12pm EST until Friday, Oct 25th, 2013 @ 11:00am EST)tweet hashtag #NiagaraBBTWLContest. Below are examples that you can use and modify as you see fit.

Example Tweets:

3.Each time you tweet (or re-tweet our Tweets) using the hash tag #NiagaraBBTWLContest, your name will be entered into our draw for a chance to win the prize. Keep entering every day/week for your chance to win one of 5 great prizes. Be sure to add @TheWineLadies  @OntarioBnBs at the end of your Tweet as well so we can track it.If you don’t TWEET you can also enter on The Wine Ladies FACEBOOK Fan page too.

The more you Tweet, the better your chances! 

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Hitting the High Notes… Italian Wine, Food and Song! Join us Oct 4th.

The Wine Ladies invite you to join us for a scrumptiously Italian evening of fine wine, delectable appetizers and stunning song! Come and meet Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra from Food Network’s Restaurant Takeover and Cityline TV at Mistura’s swanky Sopra Upper Lounge. Massimo will be working his magic in the kitchen whipping up appetizers for you to enjoy throughout the evening. Enjoy his live cooking demonstration and see why Massimo is truly a maestro in the kitchen and why his restaurant Mistura is one of Toronto’s finest!

Meet Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra in person

Meet Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra in person

The wines, hand selected from four of the most prominent wine regions of Italy will be yours to discover. Tuscany, home of Chianti and Italy’s best known region, Veneto boasting the great Amarone and Valpolicella, Piedmont producing vino greats Barolo and Barbaresco and finally Sicily although an ancient region likely a new one for many yet to explore and enjoy. Enjoy your journey of Italy’s fine wine and culinary landscape with delectable dishes specially created to pair with the wines of the regions.

Tenor sensation
EMILIO FINA
to perform Oct 4th!

Emilio Fina to sing a mixture of Neapolitan songs, opera arias and Broadway hits.

 

"O Sole Mio" is the debut album from Emilio Fina, the classically trained tenor who won the hearts of viewers on CityTV's Canada's Got Talent.

“O Sole Mio” is the debut album from Emilio Fina, the classically trained tenor who won the hearts of viewers on CityTV’s Canada’s Got Talent.

PURCHASE YOUR VIP EXPERIENCE HERE

Great news! For the next 25 people who confirm their tickets for Hitting the high notes… Italian wine, food and song, you will receive Emilio Fina’s CD O Sole Mio. Purchase your tickets on line here. Under Promo Code type in   OSoleMioCD   to receive your free CD. This offer is valid until quantities last. See you on October 4th!

 PURCHASE YOUR VIP EXPERIENCE

Friday, Oct 4th, 2013

Sopra Upper Lounge

265 Davenport Rd. Toronto

7:30pm-10:00pm

Ticket Price: $50.00 per person*

Includes:

Meet and break bread with Celebrity Chef Massimo Capra

Enjoy Massimo’s live cooking demonstration

Taste an array of wines from Italy’s top wine regions

Delicious regional inspired appetizers

Spectacular singing performance from one of Canada’s brilliant talents, EMILIO FINA.

Mix n mingle with new and old friends

Prizes to be won

Valet Parking available for $10.00 extra.

 

Thank-you to

 

                                                              VENETO:  Collavini Pinot Grigio                                                            

                                VENETO:  Cantina Negrar Ripasso Valpolicella Classico            

                                                                                                       SICILY:  Casa Planeta Syrah

                                                            TRENTINO:  Cavit -Collection Pinot Grigio

        PIEDMONT:  Fontanafedda Briccotondo Barbera

Sicily:Montalto Pinot Grigio

Sicily:Montalto Nero d’Avola Cab.

Chianti Tuscany:Gabbiano 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva  DOCG

Chianti Tuscany:Gabbiano Pinot Grigio

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We create Custom Cakes & Sweet Tables for you to wow your guests, quality and kid tested Loot Bags for all ages, Thank you favours for great give-a-ways and Gift Baskets for any occasion

Girls Night Out Wines, Weekend To End Women’s Cancers

Weekend to End Women's Cancers

Please support the efforts of our good friends over at Colio Estate Wines who with their Girls' Night Out Wines are once again proud to be the official wine sponsor for the Weekend to End Women's Cancers on September 7-8, in Toronto. From August 18 – September 14 they will be raising funds for the Weekend and need your help! For every bottle of Girls' Night Out 750mL Rosé sold at LCBO stores across Ontario, they will donate $1.00 to the Weekend.

Help us fight cancer!

Share this if you know someone who has been affected by Cancer! For more information about the weekend.

Win a great Enjoy The View TIFF Festival prize package

@TheWineLadies CONGRATS to #winner @wherejessate C u at #TIFF13 #WinWithWolfBlass@TheWineLadiesContest @WolfBlassWines

Win a great Enjoy The View TIFF Festival prize package courtesy of Wolf Blass, the official wine sponsor of the Festival!  It’s easy as 1-2-3

 

 

 

·    Follow us on Twitter @TheWineLadies

·    From right now until noon Wednesday, Aug  29th,2013 @ 11am EST, tweet the follow hashtag #WinWithWolfBlass@TheWineLadiesContest.  Below are examples that you can use and modify as you see fit.

Sample Tweet

@TheWineLadies hoping to Paint the Town Yellow #WinWithWolfBlass@TheWineLadiesContest

    @theWineLadies, I love @WolfBlassWines official wine sponsor #TIFF13.  Send me to a premier and wine to Paint the Town Yellow!   

Each time you tweet (or re-tweet our Tweets) using the hash tag #WinWithWolfBlass@TheWineLadiesContest, your name will be entered into our draw for a chance to win this year’s prize. Be sure to add @TheWineLadies at the end of your Tweet as well to help track it.

If you don’t TWEET you can also enter on The Wine Ladies FACEBOOK Fanpage too right here

The more you Tweet, the better your chances! The winners of will be randomly selected on Aug  29th, 2013 and will be  notified by noon Tuesday September 2, 2013Good luck everyone! The Wine Ladies, Georgia and Susanne

Prize Package:

 1 Grand Prize Package: Approximately $300

·              2 TIFF tickets (to a select official Festival film) – courtesy of WolfBlass

·              2  LCBO gift certificates ($50) for Wolf Blass wine

·              4 high-quality wine glasses

·              Decanter

The Wine  Ladies are charmed by  founder and winemaker Wolfgang WolfBlass TIF 2012

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