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November 22nd – Top 100 wines under $20

November 24, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:25

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The Wine Diva has Part One of her Top 100 wines under $20 and 89 points or better..
Beppi Crosariol and Lucy Waverman from the Globe and Mail  and their book The Flavour Principal
We talk to three wineries from The Golden Mile..BC’s new wine sub region.
Tinhorn Creek – Fairview Cellars – Road 13!   

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 Daenna van Mulligen loves her lists. The latest is the 2014 Top 100 wines under $20.00..all with review points 89 points or better.
You can see the complete line-up www.winediva.ca
 

Wine Diva

Wine Diva

  1. Quinta do Ameal Branco Seco Vinho Verde, Portugal $17.50
  2. Alamos Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza Argentina $14.99
  3. ‘Veedha’ Douro, Portugal $16.00
  4. Perseus Viognier, Okanagan Valley BC $15.00
  5. Finca Las Moras ‘Paz’ Malbec $18.99
  6. Louis.M.Martini Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County California $19.99
  7. Marchesi de Frescobaldi Chianti Castiglioni, Tuscany Italy $16.99
  8. Bodegas Piqueras ‘Castillo de Alamansa Reserva’, Alamansa, Spain $13.99
  9. Edna Valley Vineyard Chardonnay ‘Cathedral Coast’, San Luis Obisbo County California $19.99
  10. Wente ‘Morning Fog’ Chardonnay, Livermore Valley California $19.99
  11. Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough New Zealand $19.99
  12. Michel Torino ‘Cuma’ Organic Torrontes, Cafayate Valley, Argentina $13.99
  13. Stoneboat Vineyards ‘Chorus’, Okanagan Valley BC $18.00
  14. La Tarasque Old Vine Grenache, Cotes du Rhone France $17.99
  15. Alfiero Boffa ‘Storica’ Barbera d’Asti, Piedmont Italy $15.00
  16. Navarro Lopez Rojo Granrojo Tempranillo, Castilla Spain $16.00

The Flavour Principal..
Beppi and Lucy
Beppi and Lucy
LUCY WAVERMAN is a leading Canadian food writer. Author of eight cookbooks, she has won numerous culinary book awards and honours. She is the food editor of the popular Liquor Control Board of Ontario magazine, Food and Drink (600,000 readership), and writes a weekly column for The Globe and Mail’s Life section and a bi-weekly column in its Style section.
WEB: lucywaverman.com
FACEBOOK: Lucy Waverman ’s Kitchen
TWITTER: @lucywaverman
BEPPI CROSARIOL has been The Globe and Mail’s wine and spirits columnist for twelve years. His columns regularly cause a rush on liquor stores across Canada as avid readers run to buy up his recommendations. His readership is broad, covering both the establishment and younger urban drinkers who want guidance on wine and great tips on less expensive bottlings, served up with candour and humour.
http://www.harpercollins.ca/books/Flavour-Principle/?isbn=9781443413435
The Golden Mile
Golden Mile
When sub-appellations are named in the Okanagan, the Golden Mile Bench between Oliver and Osoyoos is on track to be among the first (along with the Black Sage and Naramata benches).  Sub-appellations are part of the evolution of a mature wine region—and much coveted by wineries.
Situated on an upper bench, significantly warmer than the valley floor, Golden Mile vineyards benefit from good airflow, allowing the vines to escape spring and fall frosts. Generally facing east to south-east, the vines catch good early morning sun but shade by late afternoon. The cool evenings slow ripening, encouraging the development of complexity and intense flavours. The unique conditions are ideal for growing cooler climate varieties, such as Pinot Noir and Riesling, as well as sinewy reds.
For wine trekkers, the Golden Mile (more than a mile) runs from Fairview Cellars, named after the old gold mining town outside Oliver, to Castoro de Oro, north of Osoyoos Lake. Home to a dozen wineries, the Golden Mile integrates intriguing vintages with a dynamic, rural setting.
Combine fine wines with winery restaurants, plus local history, a network of hiking trails overlooking the bench and beyond, and you have the formula for one of the Okanagan’s most irresistible agri-tourism experiences.
Our guests are
Sandra Oldfield. Co-Owner/Winemaker  TinHorn Creek  www.tinhorn.com

Sandra Oldfield

Sandra Oldfield


 
 
 
 
 
 
Bill Eggert. Owner/Winemaker  Fairview Cellars fairviewcellars.ca       
Fairview Cellars

Fairview Cellars


 
 
 
 
 
Joe Luckhurst GM Road 13 Vineyards. road13vineyards.com
joe Luckhurst

joe Luckhurst


 
 
 
 
 
 

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Stories we’re working on:

Okanagan Crush Pad
Hahn Wines from California
Michael Bartier
Alan Doyle The book , the album..the wines.
 

November 15th, 2014 – Whistler

November 12, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:52

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It’s  Cornucopia the annual Food and Wine Festival in Whistler!
Winemakers from Fairview Cellars, Quails Gate, Bella, Bartier Bros, Privado and  Averill Creek.
Plus Sommelier of the Year Samantha Rahn, The Wine Diva, DJ Kearney and The House Wine Girls.

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Food, Wine and Whistler.
What a great combination.
It’s the annual gathering in the mountains called Cornucopia.

Crush at Cornucopia

Crush at Cornucopia


It’s been stretched to 10 days by adding even more seminars, winemaker dinners and fun in the field events.
And here’s the best part..it’s still going on this weekend.
We attended last weekend and started downstairs in the Conference Centre where all the seminars are held.
Guests “down under” include
Daenna van Mulligen – The Wine Diva. She was buzzed about her bubbles and Riesling seminars.  www.winediva.ca
Wine Diva Daenna van Mulligen

Wine Diva Daenna van Mulligen


 
 
 
 
 
 
The House Wine Girls – Michelle Bouffard and Michaela Morris. They talk Beyond Malbec in Argentina. (Torrontes) Pairing wine with Asian Food and Pinot! http://www.housewine.ca/
House Wine Girls

House Wine Girls


 
 
 
 
 
 
Samantha Rahn. Sommelier of the Year. Araxi Whistler.  We start at her first love Riesling but get the first backgrounder on her new  Syrah..called Samantha. Made at Okanagan Crush Pad
www.araxi.com
Wine expert DJ Kearney was hosting a seminar that had everyone’s attention – Natural Wines.   Little or no intervention..some made in  Amphorae.  DJ Kearney (@djwines) | Twitter
DJ Kearney
DJ Kearney
Then we head upstairs in the Whistler Conference Centre to the Trade Tasting Event.
Guests “upstairs” include
Bill Eggert. Owner/Winemaker at Fairview Cellars.  We talk about his new Cab Franc and The Golden Mile.  www.fairviewcellars.ca
 
Bill Eggert Fairview Cellars

Bill Eggert


Debbie Woodward.. Co-Owner of Privato. Kamloops, BC.   Their  2011 Pinot Noir won best red wine in the Cornucopia Competition. Congrats. http://www.privato.ca/
Debbie-Woodward-from-Privato-Vineyards-and-Winery

Debbie-Woodward-from-Privato-Vineyards-and-Winery


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Jay Drysdale – owner/winemaker of Bella Wines. Now on the Naramata Bench. Focusing on Ancestral Gamay plus  wonderful Gamay and Chardonnay Bubble. www.bellawines.ca/
Andy Johnson – Owner/Winemaker at Averill Creek –  Representing Vancouver Island. Talks about his new Charm De L’ile (P Gris/P Noir) Charmat Method Sparkling. http://www.averillcreek.ca/
Nikki Callaway – Winemaker at Quails Gate. Her  2013  Stewart Family Reserve Chardonnay was chosen Best Cornucopia White. Talks about how she got from the heat of  Saudi Arabia to the Winter in the Okanagan. www.quailsgate.com
Nikki Callaway

Nikki Callaway


 
 
 
 
 
 
Michael Bartier – Winemaker at Bartier Bros and consultant at Okanagan Crush Pad.  Focusing now on The Bartier Brothers and his “ Pinot project” The Garnet Valley Ranch. www.bartierbros.com
Michael Bartier

Michael Bartier


www.okanagancrushpad.com
Thanks for the assistance from
Mary Zinck
Dana Lee Consulting

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STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON

 

  • James Nevison – Had a Glass 2015
  • Celebrating The Golden Mile
  • The Hip bring The Beer

 
 

November 8th, 2014 – Portugal

November 6, 2014 Tasting Room Radio, Weekly Show 00:42:29

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The Wine Diva returns from a trip to Portugal. Man, the stories she can tell.
The Italian wine tour passed through Vancouver. Met an old friend Ivano Reali GM of Castello di Gabbiano in Tuscany.
Jonathan Maltus, owner of Le Dome and Tessier in Bordeaux (100 pts)  and World’s End in Napa. (Rock Labels like Good Times Bad Times and Rebel Rebel)
And we finish in the very South Okanagan..right on the border at Moon Curser..makers of very interesting wines.  VERY.INTERESTING. WINES!

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Alentejo Portugal

Alentejo Portugal


 

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The Wine Diva
 The Wine Diva
Not only did Daenna van Mulligen head for Portugal to tour their top wine regions, she was also asked to be the keynote speaker at their annual wine gathering.
It’s the second time in 6 years that  she’s been there.
We both acknowledge their winemaking skills..with some varietals not seen anywhere else.
We also wonder why the curious wine fan hasn’t yet discovered Portuguese wines, en masse!
Because they are SO good and cheap. It’s the combination everyone’s looking for.
Give me a $17 wine that tastes like a $30.00 wine. Its spelled PORTUGAL!!
www.winediva.;ca
www.winescores.ca
www.winesofportugal.com
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Ivano Reali  GM of Castello di Gabbiano in Tuscany  –  A Tasting of Wines from Italy
 

Ivano Reali - Castello Di Gabbiano

Ivano Reali – Castello Di Gabbiano


This Italian Tasting tour across Canada is one of the most popular every year..and why not.
Canada loves Italian food and wine..considering they helped build  this country, it makes perfect sense.
The first historical references to Gabbiano date from the 11th century, when work began on the square tower, which was built to defend one of the most important communication routes between Florence and Siena.
In the land survey presented by Tommaso Soderini in 1464 to the ‘Officials’ of the Land Registry of the Republic of Florence, it was noted that wine and oil were the most highly prized produce of the estate.
Mr Soderini, who owned the Castle was the man who commissioned the creating of The Statue of David.
Castello di Gabbiano

Castello di Gabbiano


As you might surmise..these guys have been making wine a looooong time.
Ivano Reali oversees these  historic vineyards in the very heart of Chianti.
Amazingly he’s a very down to Earth and charming as Italy itself.
He was pouring 5 of his best wines but we both seemed fixed on the amazing Chianti Classico  DOCG Gran Selezione Bellezza (Bell-Ayeza)
 
http://www.castellogabbiano.it/
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Jonathan Maltus – Le Dome – Tessier (Bordeaux) and World’s End (Napa)  
Winemaker Jonathan Maltus is the first Englishman in Bordeaux to win a perfect score from the influential critic Robert Parker. His label is Chateau Teyssier.
Jonathan Maltus Le Dome,Tessier & World

Jonathan Maltus Le Dome,Tessier & World’s End


The amazing Le Dome wines come from these vineyards. He also has a crazy good winery in Napa called World’s End, featuring wines called     Against the Wind If 6 was 9 Wave Length Good Times. Bad Times Crossfire Jonathan Maltus is often referred to, variously, as a “cult winemaker” or “garagiste,” a kind of renegade Bordeaux winemaker who produces so-called “vins de garage,’ or “garage wine.
Jonathan is a natural story teller. I think you’re going to like his tales.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ch%C3%A2teau_Teyssier
 www.maltus.com
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Moon Cursor   –  in the very south Okanagan..right up against the US Border.
 
Beeta & Chris Tolley Moon Cursor

Beeta & Chris Tolley Moon Cursor


Chris Tolley – Software Engineer by training. Farmer and  winemaker by day. His academic year at NZ’s Lincoln University gave him  a soft spot for offbeat varietals with loads of personality.
Beata Tolley – The shingle outside her office reads “Chartered Accountant”. Also trained in viticulture and oenology at Lincoln University, Beata manages the inner workings of Moon Curser. The home of Border Vines, Dead of Night, Nothing to Declare Rose, Afraid of the Dark etc.
Wonderful people..wonderful wines
http://www.mooncurser.com/

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STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON

 
Cornucopia – Whistlers Food and Wine festival
Celebrating The Golden Mile
Had a Glass  2014  is released. James Nevison visits
 
 
 

November 1st, 2014 – New Zealand

October 30, 2014 Audio FIle, Weekly Show 00:42:40

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The Fourth and last tour of New Zealand..featuring the wineries of Central Otago
Felton Road, Carrick and 8 Ranges.  

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In March of this year I was pleased to accept an offer from Wines of New Zealand to tour various  regions with an emphasis on their sustainability programs.
We hope you had a chance to listen to the first three specials..they can be found on www.tastingroomradio.com.
They are also Podcast on iTunes. (The Tasting Room with Terry David Mulligan)
And so we arrive at NEW ZEALAND SPECIAL #4…(imagine that line with a lot of echo)
After flying into Queenstown on the South Island we head for Central Otago.
The region is famous for their world class Pinot Noir but there are other varietals and other stories waiting to be told.
8 RANGES
 We start at 8 Ranges between Alexandra and Clyde.  If you are a touring by bike enthusiast..and love your wine..you’ve just found Nirv8 Ranges Wines are crafted by  French winemakers from grapes grown on  “Certified Sustainable” Tussock Ridge Vineyard, which was established in 2001 by Mark Borrie and Trevor Deaker. 

Mark Borrie and Trevor Deaker 8 Ranges

Mark Borrie and Trevor Deaker 8 Ranges


 
 
 
For many years, Mark and Trevor have had a passion and enthusiasm for fine wines – and for the Central Otago landscape.
These have been the motivations for the establishment of 8 Ranges Wines.  The aim is to always produce wines of distinction and excellence which express the local terroir.
Tussock Ridge is a boutique vineyard of less than 3 Ha, situated on the edge of a high terrace in the middle of the Alexandra Basin amidst spectacular mountains in the Central Otago region of New Zealand.
The vineyard overlooks the Clutha River between Alexandra and Clyde, and is located just above the Central Otago Rail Trail.
There are panoramic views of the many surrounding mountain ranges from which our name and inspiration are derived:
The Old Man Range – Te Kopuwai

  • • The Old Woman Range
    • The Remarkables Range
    • The Cairnmuir Range
    • The Pisa Range
    • The Dunstan Range
    • The Hawkdun Range
    • The Raggedy Range

8 Ranges
8 Ranges
8 Ranges Wines is a boutique brand established in 2001. All grapes are estate-grown and hand-picked from their Tussock Ridge Vineyard. This certified sustainable boutique vineyard is located high on a rocky, gravel terrace overlooking the Alexandra Basin of Central Otago. The uninterrupted views of 8 Ranges of mountains inspired the name.
The many award-winning wines exhibit the skills and experience of talented french winemakers Anthony Worch (vintages 2006 to 2009) and Lucie Lawrence (2010+).
The Pinot Noirs are Burgundian in style.
Beyond all that well meaning information..what I really liked about 8 Ranges were the people themselves.
Mark Borrie and Trevor Deaker have a quiet confidence about their vineyards and their wines and so they should.
They passed our tasting with flying colours..
Surprisingly they do not have Canadian representation. This too shall change.
The boys make a beautiful  Rosé, Pinot Gris, Trail Rider and Barrel Selection Pinot Noir so well!
The best way to get your hands on 8 Ranges is to write them
[email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/8rangeswines
www.8ranges.co.nz
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FELTON ROAD  

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Felton-Road-Vineyard-Central-Otago-Tourism


One of the world’s finest Pinot Noirs. No Question.
 
This Central Otago icon produces stunning biodynamic wines year after year. These guys really know their stuff.
In 2010 Felton Road was designated a Grand Cru winery of New Zealand. This Grand Cru status, currently only held by two other wineries (including Ata Rangi), recognizes the premier producers of Pinot Noir in New Zealand.
Winemaker Blair Walter is a master of less is more, Pinots are unfined and unfiltered and challenge the very best the world has to offer.
Felton Road is situated on warm, north facing slopes of glacial loess soils in Bannockburn, in the heart of Central Otago. The modern gravity fed winery receives 100% estate grown fruit from its three vineyards that are all farmed biodynamically and are fully certified by Demeter. Minimal intervention in the winemaking with such practices as wild yeast, no fining or filtration, allow the unique vineyard characters to further express their considerable personality.
Central Otago
Since the first vintage in 1997, Felton Road has acquired a formidable worldwide reputation.
Felton Road is one of the legendary names in New Zealand wine. They’re probably the most famous of the Central Otago wineries, making some highly regarded Pinot Noirs.
It was my great pleasure  to spend a number of hours talking to Owner, part time chef and team leader Nigel Greening.
Looking for one of the best wineries anywhere in NZ?  you’ve just found it.  Felton Road.   
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Nigel-Greening-and-his-neighbour-Sam-Neill.jpg


 
 
 
 
 
 
www.feltonroad.com
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Carrick Wines
Carrick Vineyards

Carrick Vineyards


Bannockburn, home to Carrick wines is found deep in the southern interior of the South Island of New Zealand in the wine region of Central Otago.  Bannockburn enjoys a continental climate with low rainfall and high sunshine hours. The long cool autumns with their warm days and cool nights create ideal conditions for the production of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Riesling. Other grape varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Gris also thrive in Central Otago’s microclimate.
Their winemaker, Francis Hutt, works closely with viticulturist Blair Deaker to make vineyard and winery decisions that will enhance the finished wines, as well as staying true to their organic values.
 
8 Ranges

8 Ranges


 
 
 
Francis Hutt Winemaker
Francis joined Carrick in 2010 having decided that Central Otago was where he wanted to be. Being a thorough young man he decided that in order to make wine in Central Otago he needed to know the vineyard first so spent a year working with Blair, our viticulturist before being appointed as Carrick Winemaker in August 2011. He has a particular interest in organic and biodynamic growing of grapes and wine production, so was specially delighted to be the first Carrick winemaker when we were able to show the world our organic certification on our 2012 botttling
 
Blair Deaker Viticulturist
Originally a Cromwell boy but has been away for a significant time. Returned to Cromwell and Carrick from Villa Maria organic vineyards and has been instrumental in moving Carrick towards its organic status. Great with people, hens, dogs, vegetable gardens, phases of the moon, brews for our compost and of course vineyards.
 AND THAT’S THE LAST NZ WINERY..but we’re not quite done yet.
 First there’s John Davies at Aoturoa Luxury Villa Accomodations..quite simply a great accommodation destination..right in the middle of all these wineries.
Aoturoa Luxury Villa

Aoturoa Luxury Villa


Then there’s Lilly Liu and George Ge,  welcomed  comments from  fellow journalists,  who were there for  National Geographic Traveler Magazine, doing a  NZ story for the Chinese market. And finally my host who started the whole journey off..Phillip Manson from Wines of New Zealand.
http://www.aoturoa.co.nz/
www.winesofnz.com
www.nzwine.com
 
  

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STORIES WERE WORKING ON

 
Ivano Reali – GM Castello di Gabbiano  Tuscany.
David Hawksworth Scholarship
The Wine Diva on her trip to Portugal
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

October 25th, 2014 – Chef Michael Smith

October 23, 2014 Tasting Room Radio, Weekly Show 00:42:36

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The WineDiva reviews the big winners from this years Intervin International Wine Awards. Then the biggest winner of them all John Skinner from Painted Rock – The International Winery of the Year.
Chef Michael Smith..and his 8th cookbook Family Meals.
Ian Hemphill’s massive 800 page Herb and Spice Bible is the direct result of growing up with parents in the business and being hooked by age 6.
Thomas Perrin is the 5th generation of the very famous French winemaking family.
He also helped create Brad and Angelina’s Chateau Miravel Rose.  

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2014 InterVin International Wine Awards 
Wine-Diva
Daenna van Mulligen/The Wine Diva was once again honoured to be one of the judges at the 2014 InterVin International Wine Awards held in Niagara.
They judged close to  1350 wines from 16 countries. and the winner was from BC. John Skinner and Painted Rock 
They submitted their 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon, 2010 Red Icon and 2011 .  They  all earned gold medals. Their 2010 Syrah and 2011 Red Icon were awarded silver medals, and honours went to their  2012 Chardonnay.
In any game that’s called “bringing the goods”..
So, we begin today’s show with Daenna’s reaction to the competition and some standout wines and then John joins us with his reaction to the breakthrough award.
www.winediva.ca
www.paintedrock.ca

Painted Rock Winery

Painted Rock Winery


 
 
 
 
 
www.intervin.ca
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Chef Michael Smith – new book Family Meals    
Family Meals

Family Meals


Family Meals
 Chef Michael Smith
 Chef Michael Smith, one of Canada’s best-known chefs is a passionate advocate for simple, sustainable home cooking and an inspiration for families creating their own healthy food lifestyle. He’s the host of Chef Michaels Kitchen, Chef Abroad and Chef at Home seen on Food Network Canada, Global and in more than 100 other countries. He’s a judge on Chopped Canada and traveled the world for his innovative new web series Lentil Hunter.
Michael is Prince Edward Island’s food ambassador; Canada’s best selling cookbook author, teacher, professional chef and home cook. He led the team of Sodexo chefs that cooked for the worlds Olympians in the Whistler Athletes Village in 2010. His eighth cookbook, Family Meals, hit the bestseller list this summer. His food media production company is breaking new ground online and his Twitter feed is Canada’s top choice for foodie fun.
Michael and I talk about the two words in the title of his latest book. We talk Family and we talk Meals.
And Gin.  We talk a little Gin. 
We welcome back to the “other” Coast  Michael Smith  http://chefmichaelsmith.com/
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Ian Hemphill. New book The Spice and Herb Bible. 
 
The Spice and Herb Bible. Third Edition

The Spice and Herb Bible. Third Edition


 
 Ian Hemphill, a well-respected herb and spice expert from Sydney, Australia, just launched The Spice and Herb Bible, Third Edition.  His shop in Sydney, Herbie’s Spices, boasts the largest selection of herbs and spices for sale and export in the Southern Hemisphere.
The third edition features six new spice entries, bringing the total number of entries up to 97; 102 new recipes; 33 new curry spice blends and 17 new spice blends, as well as the fascinating section “Travels in the Spice Trade,” which includes Ian’s personal anecdotes and travel stories. The new information truly makes this the definitive resource on spices, and you’ll actually feel like you’ve joined Ian on his world adventures!
He really gives you, the reader, “the inside story,” based on his learning and experiences in this ancient and stimulating industry.
This is Ian’s first visit to Canada.  Hello Herbie!!!   
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Famille Perrin
 
Thomas Perrin

Thomas Perrin


and we meet Thomas Perrin… The famous French  iconic family winery on this show is Famille Perrin. Represented by the 5th generation Thomas Perrin
It is no coincidence Famille Perrin is the leading organic wine grower of the Southern Rhône Valley where they occupy the region’s best terroirs. Their values have given them a worldwide reputation for excellence: absolute respect for the soil, a commitment to manual methods and a deep belief that organic viticulture is the only way to express the true essence of the terroir. Moreover the combination of talents within the family ensures the continuation of their unique expertise. Nature and tradition are key to the Famille Perrin way and this approach has continued seamlessly over five generations.
In 1321, under the reign of Pope John XXII, four barrels were brought from the papal cellar in Avignon to be filled with wine in Châteauneuf. Subsequently, the Popes increased their vineyard holdings in the region and the papal wine gained in fame.
The Beaucastel family were living in Courthezon by the middle of the sixteenth century.
In 1549 “Noble Pierre de Beaucastel” bought “a barn with its plot of land extending to 52 saumées at Coudoulet”.
The Family Perrin.

The Family Perrin.


In 1909 Pierre Tramier bought the property and Beaucastel then passed to his son-in-law, Pierre Perrin, a scientist who considerably increased the vineyard holding. His efforts were continued by Jacques Perrin until 1978…
Today the torch is carried by Jean Pierre and François, sons of Jacques. But Marc, Pierre, Thomas and Matthieu, who represent the fifth generation, are ready to pursue this fabulous family history.
Pouring for us today – in Vancouver – Thomas Perrin.
He brings with him the back story of this label and the family.
Thomas was part of the Perrin team that was personally chosen  to create Chateau Miravel Rose for Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.
Miraval - The house and Vineyard

Miraval – The house and Vineyard


 
 
It was a world wide success.
http://www.beaucastel.com
 

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STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON

  • David Hawksworth Scholarship
  • The NZ tour Wrap up…includes Felton Road, Carrick, 8 Ranges Wines
  • And my Wines of NZ Hosts

 

October 18th, 2014 – Game and Wild Mushroom Festival!

October 17, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:46

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Fall Wines from The Wine Diva.
Jim and Devin Cuddy on his wine cellar and Devin’s midnight raids.
Vancouver’s 9th Annual  Game and Wild Mushroom Festival with Andrey Durbach and Chris  Stewart
Val Tait from Bench1775 – the Naramata Winemaker you should know about. 

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 NOTE:   Our transmitting station in Vancouver TSN1410 had “technical” problems last week and this show did not air. We felt that the Thanksgiving Wines the Diva suggested were also wonderful Fall wines..so here’s Her Highness with all you need to transistion to Fall
Daenna van Mulligen The Wine Diva has a thing about wines and destination occasions.
Ask her about Easter wines..she’s got a list.
Christmas – Yup. She’s got a list.
Canada Day – There’s a big list.
So Thanksgiving/Fall is a natural for Daenna.
White or Reds, she recommending wines that are bigger than your summer sippers..wines that get you through to the heavy Winter months.
Here’s your list. What you do with it is up to you.  Good Luck.  www.winediva.ca
Wine-Diva
 
 

       Bottega il Vino dei Poeti  Treviso, ItalyTinhorn Creek “Oldfield Series”  Pinot NoirCasolari Trebbiano Dell’Emilia Frizzante, Italy $30.00
Closson Chase ‘Churchside’ Pinot Noir, Ontario $44.95
CedarCreek Estate Winery Ehrenfelser, Okanagan Valley BC $18.95
Nautilus Pinot Noir, Marlborough New Zealand N/A
Selbach Riesling ‘Fish Label’, Germany $17.95
Summerhill Pyramid Winery ‘Cipes’ Blanc de Noirs, Okanagan BC $35.00
Bella Sparkling Gamay Noir Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $23.90,$14.90
Haywire Pinot Gris, Okanagan Valley BC $20.00
Monte Del Fra Corvina Veronese, Veneto Italy $16.00
Undurraga ‘Sibaris’ Reserva Especial Pinot Noir, Leyda Valley Chile $15.99
Cantina Breganze Prosecco DOC ‘Extra Dry’, Veneto Italy $21.99
50th Parallel Estate Winery Riesling, Okanagan Valley, BC $18.00
Galil Mountain Rose, Upper Galilee Israel $17.99
JoieFarm ‘A Noble Blend’, Okanagan Valley BC $24.00
Sperling Vineyards ‘The Market White’, Okanagan Valley BC N/A
Jean-Maurice Raffault Chinon, Savigny-en-Veron, Loire Valley France $21.99
Clos du Soleil Grower’s Series Pinot Blanc, Similkameen Valley BC $20.00
Fort Berens Estate Winery ’23 Camels White’ British Columbia N/A
Oak Bay Gamay Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $16.00
Benjamin Bridge Method Classique Brut Reserve, Wolfville, Nova Scotia $49.99
William Fevre Petit Chablis, Chablis France $26.99
Louis Bernard Cotes du Rhone Blanc, Rhone Valley France $15.99
Spierhead Pinot Noir Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $20.00
CedarCreek ‘Platinum Block 4’ Pinot Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $39.95
Chanson Pere & Fils ‘Le Bourgogne’ Pinot Noir, Burgundy France $27.00
Louis Latour Pinot Noir, Bourgogne $27.99
Quails’ Gate Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $15.99
Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars Reserve Pinot Gris, Okangan Valley BC $26.00
Stag’s Hollow Viognier, Okanagan Valley BC $22.00
Gustav Adolf Schmitt’sche ‘Clean Slate’ Riesling, Mosel Germany $14.99
Rustico Farm & Cellars ‘Farmer’s Daughter’ Gewurztraminer, Okanagan Valley BC $18.00

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Valli Tait


There was a fire sale of wineries on the Naramata Bench a couple of years ago.
They were all owned at one time by Lang Vineyards.
One was called Soaring Eagle with a hand carved sign you couldn’t miss.
The Viticulturalist who helped plan the vineyard was Val Tait.
4 years later, she’s now the General Manager, Winemaker and Viticulturalist.
Canadian wine reviewers have taken notice of her unique blends which is why we’ll talk about

  • Bench1775  Chill (white blend)
  • Bench1775  Glow (rose)
  • Bench1775  Groove (red blend)
  • And the new beauty
  • Bench1775 2012 CabFranc/Merlot (50/50).

Keep an eye on Valli Tait. She’s a winner!!!
www.bench1775.com
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Chef Andrey Durbach and Business Partner Chris Stewart/9th Game and Wild Mushroom Festival
 

Chef Andrey Durbach and Chris Stewart

Chef Andrey Durbach and Chris Stewart


Now in its ninth year, the Game and Wild Mushroom Festival takes place October 15 to November 2 with three or four course prix fixe menus at La Buca and Pied a Terre, and daily chalkboard specials at Sardine Can and The Abbey. 
Sardines!

Sardines!


Chef Andrey Durbach celebrates fall with special menus at all four restaurants featuring wild, local mushrooms, deliciously rich game meats, and other speciality foods.
“This is my favourite season to cook,” Durbach says. “It’s the best time of the year for mushrooms and it’s also traditionally hunting season. It’s a time of year we turn our attention to foods that are deeply satisfying.”
The fest is a chance to taste the rich, earthy flavours of freshly picked in-season mushrooms—including chanterelle, matsutake, porcini, and black trumpet—and rarely featured game such as red deer, wild boar, and elk.
For the first time, the newly opened The Abbey joins La Buca, Pied a Terre, and Sardine Can in the annual foragers’ and food lovers’ extravaganza, with each restaurant offering unique menu items and wines to accompany them.
It takes special wines to pair with these Fall flavours..Chef’s business partner Chris Stewart has fabulous wines to bring to the table..they’re earthy, beautifully textured and very memorable.
Wild Mushrooms
We met at The Sardine Can.   26 Powell St Gastown.
 
 
 
www.thesardinecan.ca
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Jim and Devin Cuddy
 Jim Cuddy
Jim Cuddy
We met at the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort this Summer.
Yes we talked about music – a lot.
Jim’s 25 year run with Blue Rodeo and his wonderful solo career.
And Devin talked about his new album Kitchen Knife.
Devin Cuddy

Devin Cuddy


 
BUT..what we really talked about was Jim’s fabulous wine cellar and even though he wanted his children to grow up knowing about good wine, he also wanted to  keep the good stuff for himself.
 
You know, as a “caretaker” so to speak.
Love this chat..enjoy the Fall
www.devincuddy.com
www.jimcuddy.com

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STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON

 
Ian Hemphill  – The Spice and Herb Bible
John Skinner – Painted Rock Winery of the Year
David Hawksworth Scholarship!!
Chef Michael Smith – Family Meals The Book
Thomas Perrin – 6 generations of French Family Winemaking.
 

October 11th, 2014 – Chef Michael Smith / Family Meals

October 10, 2014 Weekly Show 00:43:03

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Thanksgiving Wines from The Wine Diva.
Jim and Devin Cuddy on his wine cellar and Devin’s midnight raids.
Chef Michael Smith and his new cookbook  Family Meals
Valli Tait from Bench1775 – the Naramata Winemaker you should know about.

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 THE SHOW

 It’s Thanksgiving weekend in Canada.

Wine Diva

Wine Diva


Daenna van Mulligen The Wine Diva has a thing about wines and destination occasions.
Ask her about Easter wines..she’s got a list.
Christmas – Yup. She’s got a list.
Canada Day – There’s a big list.
So Thanksgiving is a natural for Daenna.
White or Reds, she recommending wines that are bigger than your summer sippers..wines that get you through to the heavy Winter months.
Here’s your list. What you do with it is up to you.  Good Luck.  www.winediva.ca
 

   Bottega il Vino dei Poeti  Treviso, ItalyTinhorn Creek “Oldfield Series”  Pinot NoirCasolari Trebbiano Dell’Emilia Frizzante, Italy $30.00
Closson Chase ‘Churchside’ Pinot Noir, Ontario $44.95
CedarCreek Estate Winery Ehrenfelser, Okanagan Valley BC $18.95
Nautilus Pinot Noir, Marlborough New Zealand N/A
Selbach Riesling ‘Fish Label’, Germany $17.95
Summerhill Pyramid Winery ‘Cipes’ Blanc de Noirs, Okanagan BC $35.00
Bella Sparkling Gamay Noir Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $23.90,$14.90
Haywire Pinot Gris, Okanagan Valley BC $20.00
Monte Del Fra Corvina Veronese, Veneto Italy $16.00
Undurraga ‘Sibaris’ Reserva Especial Pinot Noir, Leyda Valley Chile $15.99
Cantina Breganze Prosecco DOC ‘Extra Dry’, Veneto Italy $21.99
50th Parallel Estate Winery Riesling, Okanagan Valley, BC $18.00
Galil Mountain Rose, Upper Galilee Israel $17.99
JoieFarm ‘A Noble Blend’, Okanagan Valley BC $24.00
Sperling Vineyards ‘The Market White’, Okanagan Valley BC N/A
Jean-Maurice Raffault Chinon, Savigny-en-Veron, Loire Valley France $21.99
Clos du Soleil Grower’s Series Pinot Blanc, Similkameen Valley BC $20.00
Fort Berens Estate Winery ’23 Camels White’ British Columbia N/A
Oak Bay Gamay Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $16.00
Benjamin Bridge Method Classique Brut Reserve, Wolfville, Nova Scotia $49.99
William Fevre Petit Chablis, Chablis France $26.99
Louis Bernard Cotes du Rhone Blanc, Rhone Valley France $15.99
Spierhead Pinot Noir Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $20.00
CedarCreek ‘Platinum Block 4’ Pinot Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $39.95
Chanson Pere & Fils ‘Le Bourgogne’ Pinot Noir, Burgundy France $27.00
Louis Latour Pinot Noir, Bourgogne $27.99
Quails’ Gate Rose, Okanagan Valley BC $15.99
Blue Mountain Vineyard and Cellars Reserve Pinot Gris, Okangan Valley BC $26.00
Stag’s Hollow Viognier, Okanagan Valley BC $22.00
Gustav Adolf Schmitt’sche ‘Clean Slate’ Riesling, Mosel Germany $14.99
Rustico Farm & Cellars ‘Farmer’s Daughter’ Gewurztraminer, Okanagan Valley BC $18.00

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Valli Tait – Bench1775

Val Tait 1

Valli tait


 
There was a fire sale of wineries on the Naramata Bench a couple of years ago.
They were all owned at one time by Lang Vineyards.
One was called Soaring Eagle with a hand carved sign you couldn’t miss.
 
 
The Viticulturalist who helped plan the vineyard was Val Tait.
4 years later, she’s now the General Manager, Winemaker and Viticulturalist.
Canadian wine reviewers have taken notice of her unique blends which is why we’ll talk about
Bench1775  Chill (white blend)
Bench1775  Glow (rose)
Bench1775  Groove (red blend)
and the new beauty…
Bench1775 2012 CabFranc/Merlot (50/50).
bench-1775-winery
bench-1775-winery
Keep an eye on Valli Tait. She’s a winner!!!
www.bench1775.com
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Chef Michael Smith
 Family Meals - The Book
Chef Michael Smith, one of Canada’s best-known chefs is a passionate advocate for simple, sustainable home cooking and an inspiration for families creating their own healthy food lifestyle. He’s the host of Chef Michaels Kitchen, Chef Abroad and Chef at Home seen on Food Network Canada, Global and in more than 100 other countries. He’s a judge on Chopped Canada and traveled the world for his innovative new web series Lentil Hunter.
Michael is Prince Edward Island’s food ambassador; Canada’s best selling cookbook author, teacher, professional chef and home cook. He led the team of Sodexo chefs that cooked for the worlds Olympians in the Whistler Athletes Village in 2010. His eighth cookbook, Family Meals, hit the bestseller list this summer. His food media production company is breaking new ground online and his Twitter feed is Canada’s top choice for foodie fun.
Michael and I talk about the two words in the title of his latest book. We talk Family and we talk Meals.
And Gin.
We welcome back to the “other” Coast  Michael Smith  http://chefmichaelsmith.com/
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Jim and Devin Cuddy
 We met at the Clayoquot Wilderness Resort this Summer.  Yes …we talked about music – a lot.
Jim Cuddy

Jim Cuddy


 
Jim’s 25 year run with Blue Rodeo and his wonderful solo career.
And Devin talked about his new album Kitchen Knife.
BUT..what we really talked about was Jim’s fabulous wine cellar and even though he wanted his children to grow up knowing about good wine, he also wanted to  keep the good stuff for himself. You know, as a “caretaker” so to speak. Love this chat..enjoy and have a Happy Thanksgiving!!
Devin Cuddy

Devin Cuddy


 
 
 
 
 
www.devincuddy.com
www.jimcuddy.com

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 STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON:

Ian Hemphill  – The Spice and Herb Bible
John Skinner – Painted Rock Winery of the Year
David Hawksworth Scholarship!!

October 4th 2014- Kaiken Wines Argentina

October 4, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:41

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Jason Priestley on his book and his wines, Fall/Autumn Wines from The Wine Diva, Aurelio Montez Jr from Argentina’s Kaiken and Blair Baldwin on the 35th annual Okanagan Fall Wine Festival.

THE SHOW

The Wine Diva – Daenna van Mulligen returns from Portugal.. (that’s for another show. She needs to rest)
Wine Diva
Before she left Daenna posted a list of Fall/Autumn Wines on her website www.winediva.ca and if you go there you can follow along.
Because of time we can’t mention them all but we do cover most.
And what IS a Fall Wine? That’s the first question I asked.
Wines that are more generous, a little warmer and richer.
Pinot Noir is a fantastic seasonal transition wine. Shiraz/Syrah takes the chill off and still offers perfect barbecuing options. Chardonnay is lusher and creamier, Viognier too…..you get it!!
1 Handcraft Chardonney California
2 Nautilus Pinot Noir, Marlborough New Zealand N/A
3. Clos du Soleil ‘Grower’s Series Guild’ Merlot, Similkameen Valley BC N/A
4. William Fevre ‘Champs Royaux’, Chablis France $31.99
5. McLarens On The Lake Shiraz, McLaren Vale Australia $13.99
6. Gonzalez Byass ‘Noe’ VORS Aged 30 Years Pedro Ximenez, Jerez Spain $39.99
7. Le Vieux Pin Syrah ‘Cuvee Violette’, Okanagan Valley BC $30.00
8. Monte Del Fra Corvina Veronese, Veneto Italy $16.00
9. Undurraga ‘Sibaris’ Reserva Especial Pinot Noir, Leyda Valley Chile $15.99
10. Lariana Cellars Viognier, Okanagan Valley BC $23.00
11. La Miranda de Secastilla Garnacha, Somantano DO Spain, 2008 $18.99
12. JL Giguiere ‘Matchbook’ Syrah, Dunnigan Hills, California $17.99
13. Langmeil ‘Valley Floor’ Shiraz, Barossa Valley Australia $29.99
14. ‘Cherry Tart’ by Cherry Pie, Pinot Noir, Monterey/Sonoma/Santa Barbara California $29.99
15. Longview ‘Red Bucket’, Adelaide Hills, South Australia $19.99
16. Sperling Vineyards Pinot Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $26.00
17. Jean-Maurice Raffault Chinon, Savigny-en-Veron, Loire Valley France $21.99
18. Tormaresca ‘Trentangeli’ Castel del Monte, Puglia Italy $19.99
19. Oak Bay Gamay Noir, Okanagan Valley BC $16.00
20. StoneCap Estate Chardonnay, Columbia Valley Washington $16.00
21. 50th Parallel Estate Winery Pinot Noir Okanagan Valley, BC $32.00
22. Yalumba ‘Old Bush Vine’ Grenache, Barossa Valley $24.99
23. CedarCreek Estate Winery ‘Platinum’ Viognier, Okanagan Valley BC $25.00
24. Louis Bernard Cotes du Rhone Blanc, Rhone Valley France $15.99
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JASON PRIESTLEY

Good Canadian Kid..good friend..really good wine knowledge..fabulous Dad..solid acting chops…TV and Film Director.

Jason Priestley

Jason Priestley


Jason Priestley, star of the iconic hit television series Beverly Hills, 90210 and one of the biggest teen idols of the 1990s, chronicles the highs and lows of his life and career in Jason Priestley. A Memoir.
The hit Fox show Beverly Hills, 90210 became a cultural touchstone of the 1990s and propelled its young cast to mega-stardom, including Jason who played honorable Midwestern dweeb Brandon Walsh. Yet despite more than twenty years in and out of the limelight, Jason has carefully maintained his privacy. In this compelling memoir, the actor, director, and race-car aficionado invites us into his private world for the first time.
With his usual humour Jason offers little-known details about his life and stories of his nine years in America’s most famous zip code. He talks candidly about celebrity, marriage, fatherhood, and his passion for car racing. He does not shy away from the devastating lows—his brief jail sentence for drunk driving and the crash at the Kentucky Speedway that nearly took his life.
We talk about most of those life moments but also take time to talk wine because that’s what we always do. Jason and I co-host and Exec Produce the TV series Hollywood and Vines TV. Seen on Super Channel in Canada and many countries around the World.
FYI – If you haven’t seen the film Jason directed Cas and Dylan..watch for it. Google it! Its still winning awards at festivals everywhere.
Enjoy!! http://www.officialjasonpriestley.com/
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Aurelio Montez Jr – Kaiken Wines Argentina
Aurelio Montes is the son of one of the most prestigious businessmen in the wine industry in Chile. He decided to settle down in Mendoza with his wife and two children to be close to Bodega Kaiken’s subsidiary in Argentina.
Kaiken Vineyards
Aurelio studied in the Universidad Católica de Chile’s Agronomy program, majoring in winemaking. He then traveled and worked in many areas around the world (Australia, Napa Valley, Chile) and for several other wineries before finally being invited to join the family winery.
In 2011 his family moved to Mendoza to lead the project Kaiken Vina Monte. Since his arrival, Aurelio has experienced new terroirs and winemaking practices including biodynamics, incorporating sustainable practices as the cornerstone of the work of Kaiken.
Kaiken The winery is located in the town of Vistalba. Their wines are made ​​with grapes from farms located in the best wine regions such as Mendoza and Salta Vistalba, Agrelo, Vista Flores and Cafayate. Kaiken Winery brands are Kaiken Mai, Kaiken Ultra, Kaiken Terroir Series, Kaiken Reserve and Brut sparkling Kaiken.
He’s just a great ambassador for Argentina winemaking. Very pleased to have him on the show today.
http://www.kaikenwines.com/
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Blair Baldwin – GM of The Okanagan Wine Festivals
The 35th annual Okanagan Fall Wine Festival is underway.
Okanagan Fall Wine Festival
It started Wednesday with the announcing of the 2014 BC Wine Awards., Blair takes us through the 5 Platinum winners and the Premiers Award Winner.
Blair then does what he does best..fills us in on many of the events going on this weekend, all next week and the final weekend wrap up.
If you have any plans to boot it to The Okanagan OR you’re lucky enough to live there..between Blair’s interview and the website below..all the info you need is at hand. No excuses. Have a ball!!
www.thewinefestivals.com

STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON

David Hawksworth’s Young Chef Scholarship announces a winner.
Chef Michael Smith – Family Meals
John Skinner – Painted Rock wins Big

September 27th, 2014 – The East End of Vancouver & Sip and Savour …

September 26, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:40

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We start in the Revitalized East End of Vancouver at Campagnolo Roma With JoJo, Peter and Rob Belcham. Talking success in the kitchen, the bar and East Hastings. Then to Sip and Savour this weekend  in the  Cowichan Valley.

We end up on Salt Spring Island at Hastings House at a Burrowing Owl Winemakers Dinner.

THE SHOW

EAST END

Campagnolo Roma is just one of many small success stories that make up the much larger success story in the East End of Vancouver.
East Hastings was one of Vancouver’s main transit hubs. Over many years it fell into disrepair and neglect.

Campagnolo Roma

Campagnolo Roma

In the last 5-10 years it’s slowly started to show signs of life and many say it began when Rob Belcham took a huge chance and opened two restaurant locations
Campagnolo on Main and Roma on Hastings at Naniamo.

 

 

This week Chef Joachim Hayward revealed his Tutto menu. Total Italian Dining.

Chef JoJo

Chef JoJo

 

Communal. Sharing the whole of the plates.
Peter van de Reep – Bar Manager and wine expert – will take us through pairing this amazing menu with Bomber Beer and, for my benefit, pairing with Italian wines.

 

 

 

 

Robert Belcham

Robert Belcham

In part two Rob Belcham – chef and owner – reminds yours truly how the East End came alive in the past 5 years. Bistros, pop up restaurants, and brewers all contributed to the re-growth.

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COWICHAN VALLEY / SIP AND SAVOUR

The Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island has changed their annual wine festival to Sip and Savour.
Celebrating the best of their destination.

Unsworth Cowichan

Unsworth Cowichan

A new growing wine region, chefs who can access the very best, freshest ingredients right around them and brewers/distillers who constantly surprise the unsuspecting.

 

Over the next 10 days there are 50 events including this weekend one called Sip Savour Support. Music, food and wine/beer in and around music barges in Mill Bay. All to raise funds for The Canucks Autism Network. Too many events to mention so check out www.savourcowichan.com.

We talk to Merridale Cidery, Blue Grouse and Unsworth Winery.

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And we finish our show at Hastings House Salt Spring Island.
It’s another winemakers dinner with Chef Marcel Kauer.

Hastings House

Hastings House

 

 

 

 

The wines are from the iconic Burrowing Owl, South Okanagan.

vines at Burrowing Owl

vines at Burrowing Owl

 

Guests are Hastings House food and wine expert Milly Sinclair and then from Burrowing Owl we get the story on the pairings with Kerri Wyse McNolty, head of marketing and Sophie Laurent, Basque born now the Brand Ambassador for the label.

 

 

 

STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON:

 

Wine Diva returns from Portugal…with stories to tell…

Jason Priestley

New Zealand #4.

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September 27th, 2014 – The East End of Vancouver & Sip and Savour …

September 26, 2014 Weekly Show 00:42:40

hello

 
Tasting Room Radio B_BANNER2
 
We start in the Revitalized East End of Vancouver at Campagnolo Roma With JoJo, Peter and Rob Belcham. Talking success in the kitchen, the bar and East Hastings. Then to Sip and Savour this weekend  in the  Cowichan Valley.
We end up on Salt Spring Island at Hastings House at a Burrowing Owl Winemakers Dinner.

THE SHOW

EAST END
Campagnolo Roma is just one of many small success stories that make up the much larger success story in the East End of Vancouver.
East Hastings was one of Vancouver’s main transit hubs. Over many years it fell into disrepair and neglect.

Campagnolo Roma

Campagnolo Roma


In the last 5-10 years it’s slowly started to show signs of life and many say it began when Rob Belcham took a huge chance and opened two restaurant locations
Campagnolo on Main and Roma on Hastings at Naniamo.
 
 
This week Chef Joachim Hayward revealed his Tutto menu. Total Italian Dining.
Chef JoJo

Chef JoJo


 
Communal. Sharing the whole of the plates.
Peter van de Reep – Bar Manager and wine expert – will take us through pairing this amazing menu with Bomber Beer and, for my benefit, pairing with Italian wines.
 
 
 
 
Robert Belcham

Robert Belcham


In part two Rob Belcham – chef and owner – reminds yours truly how the East End came alive in the past 5 years. Bistros, pop up restaurants, and brewers all contributed to the re-growth.
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COWICHAN VALLEY / SIP AND SAVOUR
The Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island has changed their annual wine festival to Sip and Savour.
Celebrating the best of their destination.
Unsworth Cowichan

Unsworth Cowichan


A new growing wine region, chefs who can access the very best, freshest ingredients right around them and brewers/distillers who constantly surprise the unsuspecting.
 
Over the next 10 days there are 50 events including this weekend one called Sip Savour Support. Music, food and wine/beer in and around music barges in Mill Bay. All to raise funds for The Canucks Autism Network. Too many events to mention so check out www.savourcowichan.com.
We talk to Merridale Cidery, Blue Grouse and Unsworth Winery.
[divider]
And we finish our show at Hastings House Salt Spring Island.
It’s another winemakers dinner with Chef Marcel Kauer.
Hastings House

Hastings House


 
 
 
 
The wines are from the iconic Burrowing Owl, South Okanagan.
vines at Burrowing Owl

vines at Burrowing Owl


 
Guests are Hastings House food and wine expert Milly Sinclair and then from Burrowing Owl we get the story on the pairings with Kerri Wyse McNolty, head of marketing and Sophie Laurent, Basque born now the Brand Ambassador for the label.
 
 
 

STORIES WE’RE WORKING ON:

 
Wine Diva returns from Portugal…with stories to tell…
Jason Priestley
New Zealand #4.
www.tastingroomradio.com
www.ckua.com
www.HollywoodandVinesTV.com
@tdmulligan=