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Great Hostess Gift Ideas When You Don’t Want to Bring Wine

October 3, 2022

Great ideas for thoughtful gifts.

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How to Pick the Right Wine for A Hostess Gift

October 2, 2022

Our best tips for picking a great bottle every time.

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Butternut Squash Soup with Blue Cheese

September 28, 2022

Blue cheese elevates this rustic fall favourite into an elegant dinner party starter. 

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How to Pair Wine with Fall Root Vegetables

September 26, 2022

Autumn is in the air – and on the table. Here's how to make the most of your fall food and wine pairings. 

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How to Host Thanksgiving Dinner Without Losing Your Mind

September 23, 2022

Use our 1-2 approach to pulling off a dinner party with panache

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5 Thanksgiving Wine Strategies

September 10, 2022

Rule #1 – never run out.

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How to Make an Apple Cider Sour

September 10, 2022

A seasonal and civilized cocktail for autumn apéro.

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White Bean Dip with Roast Garlic, Rosemary, and Lemon

September 7, 2022

This elegant cocktail hour snack requires minimum effort for maximum taste.

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Why You Need a House Wine

September 5, 2022

Follow your favourite restaurant's lead to save time, money, and stress.

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Chilled Corn and Coconut Soup

August 26, 2022

Celebrate corn season with this silky summer soup.

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Vegan Coconut Ceviche

August 25, 2022

Don't let the vegan fool you, even dedicated meat eaters devour this bright and snappy dish!

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Grilled Halloumi and Peaches with Honey-Thyme Syrup

August 24, 2022

Take advantage of in-season peaches with this elegant appetizer. 

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How to Drink Wine Like a Pro

February 21, 2022

You asked, we answered. Here are the Sommelier responses to your Top 10 questions about wine.

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How to Make a Classic Hot Toddy

January 26, 2022

The classic Hot Toddy warms the weary and fortifies the ill. And it tastes fantastic, too. 

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How to Make a Porto Tonico

November 24, 2021

Porto Tonico is the cocktail of Portugal. 

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Wine Pros’ Best Tips for Stress-Free Entertaining

October 4, 2021

We asked some of Toronto’s most loved wine and hospitality insiders for their must-haves for killer dinner parties. They did not disappoint.

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How to Create a Company-Worthy Cheeseboard

November 24, 2020

Simple tips to make your holiday cheeseboard shine this season.

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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup

October 30, 2020

Sweet, spicy, and warming, this homemade pumpkin spice syrup is perfect for fall cocktails (and everything else, too!)

 

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Do You Know These Bizarre Wine Terms?

September 8, 2020

From bung holes to punts, we translate wine's most mysterious words for you. 

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Great Wines for Pizza Night

August 8, 2020

The secret to pizza pairing success lies in the toppings 

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How to Pair Wine and Junk Food

April 4, 2020

Your “book club” meeting will never be the same

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“ [They] quickly engaged our group with our wine themed engagement party. Guests were lined up all evening for the experience. [They] very willing to involve guests in tasting discussion. We are all a little more wine savvy - thank you The Wine Sisters
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“ Our guests had a great evening and Erin made sure that everyone (even non-drinkers) enjoyed themselves! Thanks for making the bridal shower so memorable!
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“ Bravo! You were awesome and I loved the presentation, explanation and selection of wines! I just had to reach out and thank you for a wonderful evening. You two are fabulous – great energy and you really like what you do.  You make tasting wine fun!
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