The Luxury Chocolate Toronto Show with The Wine Ladies. Nov 6th, 2016

The Luxury Chocolate Toronto Show is the place to sample and buy your chocolate for the coming Holiday Season. Each of our participating chocolatiers,  pastry chefs and confectioners are on hand to introduce you to their amazing creations. From bean to bar, from cocao to creation, this is the place to get your ideas for entertaining “chocolate-style” this season.

The Wine Ladies Present the Chocolate + Wine Tasting Salon

Chocolate + Wine pairing tables will be located on the upper pods of Roy Thomson Hall. Having the right wine to complement the right chocolate can be a match made in heaven! Sample wine and chocolate together. Samplings are available by ticket purchase.

What chocolate goes with what wine? Here you can sample wines with the chocolate that tastes best as a pairing with sampling tickets. THE WINE LADIES will be hosting scheduled Wine + Chocolate Pairing sessions throughout the day. Register at the bottom of stairs to pods in the South Lobby.

Some incredible wines will be featured from France, Italy, Chile and Argentina. All paired with BRIX Chocolate, the chocolate designed to pair with wine. These wines will be featured on this page over the next few weeks so stay tuned!!

Must be 19 years of age to enter this section and sample products.

Price per seminar is $15.00 per session and includes, chocolate wine and door prizes! (Does not include entry fee into the show) Buy your ticket the day of the show. Seminar times: 12:00pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00pm and 4:30 pm.

An example of some of the world class, highly esteemed wineries featured in the show include:

With winemaker Felipe Stahlschmidt and Export Director Julian Orti of esteemed winery Pascual Toso of Argentina, recognized as one of this countries oldest and prestigious wineries. A stunning tasting of 12 varietals, including Malbecs, Cabernet Sauvignon, red blends and the newly released Barrancas were tasted at the National Club,in Toronto hosted by EuroVintage Wines & Spirits.
This special edition Cabernet Sauvignon and Mabec blend was made to celebrate the wineries 125th anniversary.  Only 125 bottles were produced. A selection of these stunning wines are available through LCBO and Vintages. They are exquisite. The high altitudes, warm temperatures and soils produce fruity, fresh and smooth wines.

 Listen to Julian Orti, Export Director Pascual Toso on The Wine Ladies radio show Episode WL 04-13-2016 at 21:50 minutes in the show.

 

One of Italy’s many claims to fame, is of course their very own sparkling wine, growing in popularity day by day. Not only is it a wine, but it is a place, and it is a grape and there is a bit of confusion out there about this delightful and delicious bubbly and that is Prosecco. There is much more to this bubbly, with an interesting history, than many might know. We are excited to share with everyone at the show a very special winery, located in the Friuli region in northeastern Italy, the wine Castel Pitars winery. Here is a wine producer that dates back to 1510, steeped in tradition, now run by four brothers producing an exciting array of wines, along with their Prosecco, wines of indigenous grapes, international varietals and unique blends. Pitars Wines imported and distributed exclusively by VDF Importers of Fine Wines.

Listen to Nicola Pitaro on The Wine Ladies radio show Episode WL at 05-11-2016

Founded in 1885 by François Rémy, Rémy Pannier is the Loire Valley’s single largest wine producer, accounting for about 15% of all Loire Valley wine production, and with markets in over 40 countries worldwide. This progressive winery offers three AOC wines including the best selling Rosé in Ontario – Rosé D’Anjou, Muscadet and more recently, Sauvignon Blanc. Remy Pannier wines imported by EuroVintage Wines & Spirits.

Listen to the Export Director,Julien Cothenet  of Remy Pannier, a company with its roots firmly planted in the Loire, with a fascinating history, scrumptious story and wines.

Listen to Julien Cothenet on The Wine Ladies radio show Episode WL 04-23-2016 at 8:17 minutes into the radio show.

 

Wine, Food, Fall Fashion and Fun…Walk the Red Carpet and support our local food bank, help make it a warm and plentiful Thanksgiving for others.

Wine, Food, Fall Fashion and Fun… back by popular demand! Walk the red carpet bring your brilliant smile, mojo and favorite pose! Walk the Red Carpet and support our local food bank, help make it a warm and plentiful Thanksgiving for others.

Buy tickets on line here 

K.Barketti

K.Barketti

Sip on sumptuous cocktails and seductive wines created and provided by Emma and Lydia from BoldWorks.

Meet Celebrity Chef John Ross Woodland, winner of the 2014 Chopped Canada on Food Network Canada. He was also named in the Top 30 Chefs under the age of 30 in Canada. Savour scrumptious bites provided by the chef from Noble Bistro located in Oakville.

Shop and show off latest fall fashions suited uniquely to you!
Tips and Tricks on being the best dressed offered by stylist Natasha Lang.

Enjoy the musical sounds by renowned DJ Garrick Estick.

K.Barketti

K.Barketti

Clothes featured that evening by  Joseph Ribkoff. Purchase $200.00 of Joseph Ribkoff and receive a $50.00 gift from Joseph Ribkoff!

Meet celebrated author Carol Moxam,to share a few words and wisdom featured in her latest book, “Life is a Special Event”.

JOIN THE WINE LADIES and Walk the Red Carpet for charity, the Oakville Fare Share Food Bank.

Over $3000 in prizes and still adding to be won!

Three ways to WIN!
1.Your entrance ticket gives you one chance.
2.Your “Walk down the Red Carpet” gives you another.
3.Your bag of Food Bank goodies gives you yet another….. canned or boxed food, a grocery gift card or cash!

Everyone is a WINNER with $50.00 gift bags for all!

K Barketti to donate 10% of sales of this evening to the Oakville Fare Share Food Bank.

Tickets $30.00 per person.

 Buy your ticket .

Please purchase ticket on line here

Wednesday, October 5th, 2016
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm

K.Barketti
236 Lakeshore Road East, Oakville, Ontario L6J 1H8
Pease call 905-338-6797 to RSVP or email
info@thewineladies.com

Thank-you to our generous sponsors and partners.

Georgia and Susanne, The Wine Ladies

 

Join us Oct 1st, 2016 for Raise A Glass to Conquer Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation. An evening filled with wine, food pairings, entertainment and a chance to have a first look at your potential future home.

$5 MILLION GRAND PRIZE
What an incredible Grand Prize. The $4.2 Million Oakville Showhome designed by Brian Gluckstein, a Ferrari AND $500,000 in CASH! Buy your ticket to the Raise A Glass To Conquer Cancer in support of The Princess Margaret Foundation  before Friday, Sept 10th and be automatically entered into the early bird draw for 3 great prizes!

Join The Wine Ladies as we host an exclusive evening filled with wine, food pairings, entertainment and a chance to have a first look at your potential $4.2 million future home!

Our goal is to raise between $50,00-$75,000 for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation this evening,October 1st.

This evening will take place at the spectacular lottery home located in south-east Oakville. Get a chance to preview this beautiful home in a stylish party setting. This home could be yours one day!

Be entertained by acclaimed violinist Grenville Pinto 

 

as well as a fabulous Tango dance performance by Oakville’s finest dance school, Boleo Latin & Ballroom Dance Studio. 

Silent auction table will be filled with amazing gifts.

Enjoy a variety of beautiful wines from around the world generously served at 4 wine stations. Wines to be paired to incredible appetizers and gourmet foods by Seasons Restaurant of Oakville.
When: Saturday, Oct 1st, 2016
Time: 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: 1115 Melvin Ave, Oakville, On L6J 2V9

Ticket Price: $100.00

 

Buy your ticket to the Raise A Glass To Conquer Cancer before Friday, Sept 10th and be automatically entered into the early bird draw for 3 great prizes!

Only 150 VIP tickets to be sold in all. Winners will be picked at random from tickets sold on line here.

Prizes include; Drive a Mercedes Benz Weekend, courtesy of Mercedes-Benz, Oakville, a $150.00 gift certificate to Seasons Restaurant, one of Oakville’s finest dining establishments or a case of wine filled with the wines being poured Oct 1st.

Buy your ticket now so you won’t be disappointed!

 A big thank-you to all of the sponsors that are making this evening possible!

Raise a glass to conquer cancer – Princess Margaret Lottery Home – October 14th, 2017 – Oakville

South Africa Wine Tour

South Africa Beckons… Please join us Feb 2017 for a trip of a lifetime!

With Tselane Mokuena, Consul General of South Africa to Canada

With Tselane Mokuena, Consul General of South Africa to Canada

With beautiful vineyards, wines, amazing food, historic sites and a touch of the wild side.

We will soon be embarking on yet another journey, this time to stunning Cape Town and the Cape Winelands, with stops to historical cities and sites including Robben Island, Table Mountain and of course a game reserve!

To find out more and to book you tour with us.

or call 416-768-5375

  

We are thrilled to be heading out to South Africa this February 2017 and would love you to join us!

A spectacular tour that will include personalized visits to stunning wineries own the Cape Winelands. Amazing culinary adventures, an historic Robben Island personal tour, Table Mountain, exciting jeep game-drives, safari tours and much more! explore your sense of adventure with us, please, if you have ever thought of embracing what South Africa has to offer and you like to eat , to drink, and experience life big and bold, come with us!

Willson Oakville Film Festival

Willson Oakville Film Festival Present SOMM: Into The Bottle.

Willson Oakville Film Festival

Willson Oakville Film Festival

Willson Oakville Film Festival Present 

SOMM: Into The Bottle

Saturday, June 25th, 2016 1:00pm at Film.ca

Enjoy The Film & Then – Finish The Evening With Great Wine & Food

SOMM:Into The Bottle

Watch the trailer here.

The Willson Oakville Film Festival presents  SOMM: Into the Bottle”. The celebrated documentary about trying to pass the sommelier test.  This sequel to  raises the curtain into the seldom seen world that surrounds the wine we drink.

How many people understand how wine is produced? How it is grown? What goes on in the cellar? We discover that far more than just grapes go into the bottle, through the eyes of the world’s greatest sommeliers and winemakers.

Enjoy The Film & Then – Finish The Evening With Great Wine & Food

Enjoy the regional premier screening of “SOMM: Into the Bottle”. After the film join The Wine Ladies at Noble Bistro, in downtown Oakville for an exclusive 2 hour event! ONLY 50 VIP Guests.

Saturday, June 25th, 2016 3:30-5:30pm

Taste special wines from Creekside Estate Winery, indulge in fabulous food from one of Oakville’s newest restaurants, Noble Bistro, 218 Lakeshore Rd E, featuring “Chopped Canada’s” season 1 winning chef, JohnRoss Woodland.

 Take home swag valued at $50.00, win door prizes, and get your photo taken in front of The Wine Ladies’ photo wall.

Film + Wine / Food Event: $40 + HST + ticket service fee.
Or just see the film for $15 + HST + tickets service fee.
To attend the Wine/Food Event, must be 19 years of age or older.

A big shout out and thank-you to our sponsors for making this possible! 

         

The Wine Ladies SPOTLIGHT Wine Sceptre

Tweet to WIN Tickets to The Great New Zealand Wine Tiki Tour! Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto! Enter here!

Maori People from New Zealand performing the traditional Haka (war dance)

Kiwis love setting off on a Tiki Tour. It’s a trip where you take the scenic route, sidetrack a little, linger and experience new things. We invite you to join us on the Great New Zealand Wine Tiki Tour. An evening of meandering, digressing, indulging and awakening the senses.

Buy tickets here – Vancouver, Ottawa, Toronto.

Who knows where, what or whom you’ll discover! What we do know is there will be amazing New Zealand wines, fascinating people and memorable photo opportunities. It’s time to escape and explore!

Three super events!!!

 Congrats to our winners @BrendaKennedy76  @CDNCountryGal1  @tinetravelhippo  @LammieLammie 

It’s as easy as 1-2-3 to win!!!!!

Five (5) prize packages to be given away. Total Value: $400.00!! Each prize package worth $130.00 and up! 

Each prize includes one pair of tickets to The Great New Zealand Wine Tiki Tour.( 2 pairs of tickets for Vancouver, 2 pairs of tickets for Ottawa and one pair of tickets for Toronto). Meet the wine makers and/or their representatives from 21 different wineries from New Zealand. Enjoy an array of scrumptious appetizers while you enjoy a variety of superb Sauvignon Blancs , the explosive varietal that awoke the world! Let us take you on a journey of taste and experience how terroir and winemaking results in the many unique styles of New Zealand, Sauvignon Blanc. Sauvignon Blanc accounts for around 70% of wine exported from New Zealand. New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc exports are worth over $1.1 billion annually.



May 5th, 2016

Tweet #TWLNZTikiTourVancouverWIN and re-tweet as often as you like! Two winners ( two pairs of tickets, Value: $130.00 per pair) will be picked at random.

May 9th, 2016

Tweet #TWLNZTikiTourOttawaWIN and re-tweet as often as you like! Two winner ( two pairs of tickets, Value: $130.00 per pair) will be picked at random) will be picked at random.

May 11th, 2016

Tweet #TWLNZTikiTourTorontoWIN and re-tweet as often as you like. One winner (one pair of tickets, Value: $140.00 per pair) will be picked at random.

Contest Rules

1.Make sure that you follow both of us on Twitter @TheWineLadies @NZWineCanada 

2.Enter as many times as you like from Friday, April 8th,2016 at 12:00pm until Friday, April 29th at 11:00am tweet and re-tweet and follow @TheWineLadies and @NZWineCanada

Below is an example that you can use and modify as you see fit.

Example Tweets:

 @TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada #Vancouver #WIN #tickets #TWLNZTikiTourVancouverWIN  May 5 #SauvBlanc Enter me!

 @TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada #WIN #Vancouver #TWLNZTikiTourVancouverWIN  Pick me please!

 @TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada #Ottawa #WIN #tickets #TWLNZTikiTourOttawaWIN  May 9 #SauvBlanc Enter me!

 @TheWineLadies @NZWineCanada Celebrate #SauvBlanc  I wanna #WIN #tickets #TWLNZTikiTourOttawaWIN

 @TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada  #Toronto #WIN #tickets #TWLNZTikiTourTorontoWIN May 11 #SauvBlanc Enter me!

 @TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada Crazy for #SauvBlanc #WIN #tickets  #TWLNZTikiTourTorontoWIN

@TheWineLadies  @NZWineCanada  ENTER ME #TWLNZTikiTourTorontoWIN Pick me please!

3.Each time you tweet (or re-tweet our Tweets) using the hash tag #TWLNZTikiTourVancouverWIN or #TWLNZTikiTourOttawarWIN or #TWLNZTikiTourTorontoWIN your name will be entered into our draw for a chance to win the prizes. Keep entering as often as you like. Be sure to add @TheWineLadiesat the end of your Tweet as well to help track it.

4. If you don’t TWEET you can also enter on The Wine Ladies FACEBOOK Fan page too right here.

The winners will be randomly selected at noon on Friday, April 29th, 2016 at noon and will be notified via TWITTER and FACEBOOK.

Have some fun and Tweet with the participating wineries of The Great New Zealand Tiki Wine Tour, then meet them in person on May 5th, May 9th or May 11th!!!

#AraWines  @BabichWines  #Clark Estate  @InvivoWine  @MariscoWines  #MarlboroughWine  @MatuaWines  @MudHouseWine  #OysterBay  @Pernod_Ricard  @SacredHillWines  @SaintClairWine  @SileniWines #SpyValleyWines  @StaeteLandtWine   @Stoneleigh  @tePaWines  @ToiToiWines  @VillaMaria_wine  @WhitehavenNZ   @WitherHillsWine

 Coming up May 2nd…. on the radio show… Exploring Sauvignon Blanc and celebrating International Sauvignon Blanc Day. Representing New Zealand will be Kyle Thompson winemaker of Saint Clair Family Estate. We invite you to tune in.

Amazing Race Canada Audition Tape

The Wine Ladies Audition For Amazing Race Canada

Amazing Race Canada Audition

Amazing Race Canada Audition

We auditioned for the show, Amazing Race Canada and got really far in the process.

But alas won’t be there to race to the finish line! Please enjoy our audition tape! We had fun making it! Boo Hoo! Do you think we would have been a ok on the show???

The Amazing Race Canada is a reality television competition series that features teams in a grueling race across Canada and the world. The Race is divided into a series of legs and on each leg; teams strive to reach the Pit Stop where they are greeted by the host, Jon Montgomery. During each leg teams receive destination clues and challenges to complete in order to move onto the next task. The first team to cross the finish line wins $500,000 in cash and prizes. This prize is the largest grand prize ever awarded for a Canadian competition series. Commissioned by CTV, The Amazing Race Canada is produced by Insight Productions in association with Bell Media and with the support of Profiles Television.

Amazing Race Canada Audition Tape

The Wine Ladies Audition Tape

Hiking and Fitness Adventure Desert Cliffs Fitness Spa in Utah

Porta 6

Porta 6 launches in Ontario, a 90 Pointer claims Decanter Magazine.

Brand new to our market, a new Portuguese wine called Porta 6!

“Porta 6 a 90 POINTER”, claims Decanter Magazine is from the region of Lisboa. It brings great taste, super value, and street art all together.

On this week’s radio show…Ancient Vines,Historic Wines, Antiques, Beringer Vineyards, Taylor-Fladgate Port plus a great new find, Porta 6.

EPISODE 38

Victoria Ivanyushkina, will be calling in from the UK.Victoria is the Director of BinCellar Limited and fills us in on our latest discovery.

Listen to Victoria Ivanyushkina at 42:52 minutes in the show

About The Wine Ladies Audio Podcast

Our radio show “Taking Life One Sip at a Time” is an radio audio podcast. On the show we share with the audience our passion and sense of adventure for delectable and fascinating foods, wine, spirits and lifestyle discoveries. Our motto “everything in life somehow comes back to the vine. Living life large and with integrity intertwined with a variety of guests from around the globe.Chatting with celebrity chefs and winemakers, exotic food purveyors, artists, musicians, sports personalities, lifestyle advocates and fashion icons be sure to tune in for an hour of lively topical and educational conversation.

Listen to the Audio Podcast here

Playground of the Gods Showcases Ancient Greece and Thalia Wines. We invite you to join us.

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines

Intrigue, scandal, passion, pleasure.

Let  your imagination take you away to Ancient Greece – Playground of the Gods. Join us on Dec 6th for a veritable Showcase Extraordinaire!

This themed showcase promises an evening of capricious fun, dance and entertainment as Blueheel Students show off their dance skills and talent in the Playground of the Gods! A Showcase Extraordinaire where the fun is only as limitless as your imagination.

Let’s travel to Ancient Greece, where the Gods dance, compete and cavort through the heavens and earth. So who will you channel this Fall Dance Showcase?

The myth of Aphrodite and Adonis is a
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Adonis

classic myth of love, beauty and intrigue among the
precocious Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Greece.
She was the Goddess of love, beauty and desire who fell in love with Adonis, so beautiful that mortals and gods both fell in love with him.

Athena was the Goddess of intelligence, peace, warfare and battle strategy; Hera, Queen of the gods and goddess of marriage, heirs, kings, empires and wisdom

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines, Everyone’s Favourite!

Savvy, Sassy, City Girl In Style. A new way to stay in style! Sponsored by the Kolonaki Group.

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines

Thalia Wines

It’s All Greek To Me! Greece. The Wine Ladies TV explore the wines of Greece with Boutari Santorini.