Riverside WineFEST April 13 – 19
From April 13 – 19, 2015 experience an Ontario Wine Tour in your backyard when the growers from Prince Edward County and Niagara Wine Region head to Toronto for Riverside WineFEST. Come to Riverside to sip and savour your way through Ontario’s finest wineries while dining in one of Toronto’s hottest restaurants; partaking in tastings and talks in Riverside’s shops; or visiting the Ralph Thornton Community Centre for a Wine Expo or Wine & Cheese pairing. Riverside Wine Week finale is a guided wine crawl featuring the highlights of the entire week.
Conveniently located on Queen Street East between the DVP and iconic Degrassi Street, Riverside Wine Week is an intimate neighbourhood party. Our special guests include you, and some of the award winning wineries from Prince Edward County and The Niagara Wine Region. For seven days in April, Queen Street East will host a series of Wine Dinners, Pairings, Tastings and Seminars to appeal to all Wine Enthusiasts from the beginner to the expert. It’s a Vine time to be in Riverside.
For details and to register visit here:
Riverside Wine Week Schedule:
Monday April 13 – BYOW and $35 Prix Fix Table d’Hôte menu at Table 17 – Bring your own wine, no corkage free – 1 free bottle per 2 people from 5:30 to 10pm. Table 17 is a continental bistro with seasonally driven menus, inspired by some of the very best local ingredients Ontario has to offer. If you’re looking for an inspired meal in a casually refined setting, look no further than Table 17. For reservations call 416 519 1851 or visit here.
Monday April 13 – BYOW – Tabule at 810 Queen St E – 2 750 mL bottles/group. Tabülè has developed quite a reputation among the city’s finest Middle Eastern eateries. As a perfect compliment to the meal, the drink menu offers a hearty amount of options that include numerous choices of wine, exotic martinis, fresh juices and loose leaf teas. Please visit here to reserve a table (walk-ins are always welcome, Patio is first come first served)
Monday April 13 – 7:15 – 8pm – FREE Wine & Wellness Seminar with Wine Pairing and Tasting at OMA Chiropractic – 1 Munro St . Nutritionist Nixh Saxena and Chef Scott Savoie of the Culinary Adventure Company will pair wines with specific foods to create a nutritional boost! Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food. This is an opportunity to “try and buy” wines from some of Ontario’s finest Wine Growers – many not available at the LCBO. Sommeliers and Winery Hosts will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery.
Tuesday April 14 – Malivoire Wine Makers Dinner and Wine Pairings at 747 Wine Bar – Guest Chef Scott Savoie of the Culinary Adventure Co and Chef Alex Brown of 747 Wine Bar. enjoy Wine and Food Pairings – 7 courses including East Coast Oystersl Charcuterie; Rack of Lamb and more – call 416 778 9988 or visit here to book your table.
Tuesday April 14 . 5 – 7pm – FREE Wine Tasting and “Discover Bouquets” Sensory Event at Quince Flowers at 660 Queen St E. Shop owner, artisan florist and wine enthusiast Rosemary Jeffares teams up with guest Sommeliers for a sensory experience pairing floral notes from the Wine, with the beauty of flowers and demonstrates how floral details can convey your style from low-key elegance, to nostalgic, fun, or formal. This is an opportunity to “try and buy” wines from some of Ontario’s finest Wine Growers – many not available at the LCBO. Sommeliers and Winery Hosts will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery. Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food.
Wednesday April 15th – FREE – Wine & Chocolate Pairing and Workshop with Chocolate Tales at 747 Wine Bar at 747 Queen St E. Limited space – 2 seatings : 7pm and 8pm. Reserve your space early. This one will reach capacity early! Please visit here to register for the workshop or contact 747 Wine Bar at 416 778 9988 to reserve a table.
Pairing wine and chocolate is a match made in heaven for the foodie and wine connoisseur wrapped in one. Just as with wine, chocolate presents a complexity of flavors and textures, with the potential for subtle changes with each new batch of chocolate. Learning how to appreciate the subtlety and complexity of flavors that both wine and chocolate have, as well as being able to pair them well, is a most enjoyable hobby. Chocolate Tales has teams up with Malivoire Winery and 747 Wine Bar to bring you an unforgettable experience. Please visit here to register for the workshop or contact 747 Wine Bar at 416 778 9988 to reserve a table.
Wednesday April 15th 4 – 6 pm – Vintage Finds and FREE Wine Tastings at Guff Vintage and Custom Furniture at 1 Davies Ave. GUFF is hosting one of Ontario’s Finest Wineries in their brand new home in Riverside. Combine vintage wine, vintage design and a good bargain. This is an opportunity to “try and buy” wines from some of Ontario’s finest Wine Growers – many not available at the LCBO. Sommeliers and Winery Hosts will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery. Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food.
Wednesday April 16th 5 – 7 pm – FREE Wine Tastings and Notions Exhibit at macFAB Sews at 734 Queen St E. Get a behind the scenes view into where Toronto’s theatre wardrobe buyers shop for vintage and current notions, ribbons, boas, accessories and more. Imported from France, Italy and the world – macFAB Notions stocks items that you can’t get anywhere else. More like a fashion museum than a retail store. Taste some local vintage wines, and enjoy an evening curated by renowned Fashionista’s and designers. Sommeliers and Winery Hosts will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery. Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food.
Thursday April 16th 5 – 7 pm – FREE Wine Tastings and Art at Dimensions Custom Framing and Gallery at 733 Queen St E. Dimensions is one of Toronto’s most reputable places for custom framing and a fine art gallery showcasing artists from all walks of life. Your hosts for the evening are owners Ellen Davidson and master frameologist, Wendy Palmer. Ellen and Wendy can help you create the unexpected by crafting the perfect framing design to suite your particular taste. And speaking of taste – explore their Gallery while tasting some perfect local wines with advice from expert Sommeliers and Winery Hosts who will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery. Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food.
Thursday April 16 – Rose Hill Run Wine Makers Dinner and Wine Pairings at Il Ponte Cucina Italiana at 630 Queen St East. From Chardonnay to Cabernet Franc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir and even some rare library wines, expert wine makers will illustrate the unique qualities and characteristics of Rosehall Run releases. Your host for the evening is Giancarlo (John) Catalano and he is delighted to welcome you at his new restaurant Il Ponte. Giancarlo is a passionate restauranteur with a simple mission, to satisfy his customers needs. By using local ingredients and importing authentic Italian products Il Ponte achieves their unique brand of ‘La Cucina Italiana’. Every dish aims to provide inspiration and palatial pleasure. At Il Ponte you can expect fresh made soups and salads, gourmet pizza and pasta, fresh fish and seafood dishes and local house butchered meats. Good wines will always be carefully selected to pair with our delicious food. Reserve your space for this wonderful evening now – please contact Giancarlo at 416.778.0404 or info@ilponte.ca
Rosehall Run Winery
Friday April 17th 4- 6 pm – FREE Wine Tastings and Spring Fashion at Bergstrom Originals at 781 Queen St E Bergström Originals is a line of clothing that has been designed with the real lives of our customers in mind. Made in Toronto, Canada, the line embraces colour, print, retro-modern design and quality tailoring. The result is unique and inspiring garments that make you feel like an ORIGINAL !. Designer and owner Christina Bergstrom will be your host for the evening. Come expore their newly renovated shop and new spring line-up, while expert Sommeliers guide you through a tasting experience of some of Ontario’s best local vintages. Winery Hosts will be on hand to take wine orders and arrange for delivery. Thanks to Il Ponte Cucina Italiana for providing locally sourced , delicious and nutritional authentic Italian food.
Friday April 17th – Prix Fix Dinner and Wine Pairings at participating Riverside Restaurants.
Il Ponte Cucina Italiana at 630 Queen St East. Your host for the evening is Giancarlo (John) Catalano and he is delighted to welcome you at his new restaurant Il Ponte. Giancarlo is a passionate restauranteur with a simple mission, to satisfy his customers needs. Good wines will always be carefully selected to pair with our delicious food. Reserve your space for this wonderful evening now – please contact Giancarlo at 416.778.0404 or info@ilponte.ca
747 Wine Bar at 747 Queen St E. Chef Alex Brown of 747 Wine Bar has created a memorable menue for you to enjoy Wine and Food Pairings call 416 778 9988 or visit here to book your table.
Saturday April 18th 3 – 5pm – FREE Wine Expo and More at the Ralph Thornton Centre – 765 Queen St E. Tastings and culinary demo from 10+Wineries with celebrity chefs entertainment and more.
Sunday April 19th 1 – 3 – Cheese & Cheers at Ralph Thornton Centre – 765 Queen St E. Culinary Adventure Company is Canada’s largest culinary tourism company who creates award winning culinary experiences, including Cheese & Cheers ($49 pp). Visit here for more info and to register
Sunday April 19th 4pm – Riverside WineFEST Finale – Wine Crawl Your expert tour guide Chef Scott Savoie from Culinary Adventure Company will guide you through some of the highlights from the past week of Riverside WineFEST($49 pp). Visit here for more info and to register.
For Riverside Wine Week details and to register for FREE Wine Tastings and Seminars and see how to reserve space for Wine Dinners, Prix Fixe Dinners, Wine Crawl, Cheese & Cheers and Wine & Chocolate Seminar visit here: