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Sunday, 28 February 2010 01:59 |
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Ottawa wine writer Natalie MacLean has just launched a new mobile application for iPhone, iPod Touch, BlackBerry, Droid and other smartphones. Developed by Cerado, this app builds on the success of her Drinks Matcher and includes all the pairings in the original app, plus thousands of wine reviews, recipes, articles, blog posts, glossary definitions, cellar journal and winery directory. You can access the new app at www.nataliemaclean.com/mobileapp. |
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Sunday, 20 December 2009 23:14 |
The Algonquin College Sommelier Program is pleased to report that program instructor Antonio Mauriello, has been named Wine Person of the Year by the National Capital Sommelier Guild.
Each year, the National Capital Sommelier Guild honours an individual who has markedly contributed to the wine community of the Ottawa-Gatineau region. This year, the Board of Directors of the National Capital Sommelier Guild is proud to announce the selection of Antonio Mauriello as the 2009 Wine Person of the Year.
Antonio has been an instructor with the Algonquin Sommelier Certificate Program for 5 years and is extremely well liked by his students demonstrating an extremely approachable view of wine, his specialty being Italian. Antonio is a past director of the Sommelier Guild where he was active in developing, organizing, and running tastings, as well as helping other directors with their events and wine selection.
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Tuesday, 15 December 2009 23:40 |
The wildly popular California Wine Fair will be at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa for the 30th straight year the evening of April 20, 2010 from 7 pm to 9:30 pm. It’s always a complete sell-out and you must purchase tickets in advance, there are no tickets sold at the door. Each year dozens of wineries are present, many with winemakers and winery principals attending, and a wide selection of wines are available for tasting.
The price of a ticket $60.00 gains you entry and access to all wines plus a selection of light appetizers.
To avoid disappointment, call the California Wine Fair hotline at 1-800-558-2675, check their website calwine.ca beginning January 4, 2010 or email
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Tuesday, 20 October 2009 15:10 |
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A premium wine tasting hosted by Véronique Rivest, has been planned to help Véronique prepare for the next World's Best Sommelier Competition, which is being held in Chile this coming April. The presentation will be in French, but the wines are fully bilingual! The event is being held at the Casino du Lac-Leamy on November 18th, at 6:30 PM. Tickets are $150. Click here for the wine list and to find out how to register. |
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Monday, 19 October 2009 16:24 |
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The Ottawa Wine and Food Show is three days of sampling the world’s finest wines, foods and spirits – and learning with renowned wine makers, chefs, brew masters and cheese makers from home and abroad. From learning how to taste and savour wine, to the best advice on what to serve at a special dinner party, to live kitchen demos, wine and food pairings and more – taste and savour what you like, and learn all about it. |
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Monday, 19 October 2009 16:20 |
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The winter/spring 2010 course schedule for the Sommelier Program has been posted to sommelier.ca. Registration for the winter semester starts November 10th at 8:30 AM. |
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Thursday, 17 September 2009 00:17 |
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The Italian Trade Commission cordially invites members of the wine, food and beverage trade in the National Capital Region to attend a wine tasting. There will be 24 prominent Italian wineries in attendance, with each producer pouring up to 5 premium wines. Winery representatives will be present to provide information and answer questions. |
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Saturday, 29 August 2009 16:25 |
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Place a large circle around these dates - September 14-20. Each year Preston Street's 'La Vendemmia' is one of the most highly anticipated wine and food events in Ottawa. Hop on the La Vendemmia site now and book yourself in - it's one of the hottest tickets in town and events quickly sell out. http://www.prestonstreet.com/lavendemmia. |
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Saturday, 29 August 2009 16:10 |
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Tickets for le Salon des vins et de la gastronomie de Clarence-Rockland (the Clarence-Rockland Wine and Food Show) are now available at a cost of 40$. This first-time event will provide the opportunity to taste a wide variety of wines, beers and savour local flavours from more than 25 exhibitors. The event will take place on Saturday October 3rd from 4PM to 9PM at the new Performance Hall, Clarence-Rockland Recreational and Cultural Complex. |
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Saturday, 04 July 2009 20:50 |
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When you finish the Sommelier Certificate Program you don't only get a piece of paper. Here's a wonderful preview of what else is in store for you by taking a look at our most recent Gala dinner as written by the Valedictorian for the class and newly-minted Sommelier Graduate, Bethany Harpur. |
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Thursday, 02 July 2009 12:20 |
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The fall course schedules for the Sommelier Program have been posted to sommelier.ca. Registration for the fall semester starts Monday, July 21 at 8:30 am. Be sure to register quickly so as to not be disappointed! |
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Friday, 22 May 2009 21:30 |
Are you aware of the new alcohol limits for driving in Ontario? Do you know how to host or attend functions as a responsible host or guest? Are you prepared to help make Prom night safe for your child?
On May 1, 2009, Ontario introduced new sanctions to help prevent drinking and driving and increase road and waterway safety. Drivers who register a blood alcohol concentration from 0.05 to 0.08 (known as the warn range) will lose their driver’s licence at roadside or on the water for three, seven or 30 days.
Summer brings added responsibility concerning alcohol consumption—driving to and from the cottage, outdoor barbies and get-togethers as well as outings in and on the water.
The LCBO encourages planning ahead and utilizing moderate and safe practices concerning alcohol providing three excellent links to valuable information for hosts and guests:
For the host - responsible hosting tips
For hosts, guests and friends - ways to help prevent drinking and driving
For Parents - tips for parents to make certain that the morning after Prom night is as pleasurable as the event. |
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Monday, 04 May 2009 00:25 |
Discover the fabulous array of New Zealand wines and enjoy your wine experience with a sampling of fine food and cheeses. Get your tickets now because it is a limited ticket event and there are no tickets sold at the door.
Where: Marché Bonsecours, 350, rue Saint Paul Est, Montréal
When: 7-9:30PM Tuesday May 19
Admission Price: $60
To purchase tickets go to nzwine-events.ca. |
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Wednesday, 15 April 2009 02:59 |
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The OCMS Wine Auction is one of the major fundraising events for the Ottawa Chamber Music Society, a non-profit organization dedicated to presenting chamber music of the highest calibre. Fund-raising events such as the Wine Auction enable the Ottawa Chamber Music Society to present the highly acclaimed Ottawa International Chamber Music Festival, one of the largest chamber music festivals in the world, as well as our fall/winter Concert Series, and the Family Music Fair. |
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Friday, 13 March 2009 16:55 |
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The course lists have been updated to include the Spring and Summer sections. Registration begins on March 17th. Remember to register early to avoid disappointment. |
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Friday, 21 November 2008 20:17 |
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Kriss Goodanetz was a student in the last compressed stream of the Sommelier Program, who tragically passed away shortly before the end of term. In memory of Kriss the Kriss Goodanetz Algonquin College Bursary Fund has been created. Two fund raising events have been organized, happening at the Brookstreet Hotel from 7-11 PM, Sunday November 23rd, and Tuesday, December 9th. Please see the event poster [PDF] or contact
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Friday, 21 November 2008 03:18 |
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CBC Television's Living in Ottawa recently caught up to Sommelier Program Coordinator Enrico DeFrancesco in the Restaurant International, where he talked about why he became a sommelier and demonstrated some of his sommelier skills. For those of you who did not get a chance to see it when it aired, the clip can be found on the Algonquin College web site. |
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Thursday, 13 November 2008 11:49 |
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The Algonquin College Sommelier Program is pleased to announce its first ever course concentrating exclusively on beer. Starting in January, the twelve-week course will open your eyes about the world of beer. This is a stand-alone course (not part of the Sommelier certificate). So if you are a sommelier looking for experience in an important part of the beverage industry, or simply want to know as much as possible about many Canadians' favourite beverage, this is the course for you. |
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Saturday, 09 August 2008 00:00 |
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The Restaurant International, adjacent to the C. A. Paradis Wine Lab, offers a two course ‘Express Dinner” to Sommelier and Wine Appreciation students! For only $15 pp (plus tax and gratuity) choose any two courses from the daily table d’hôte menu. Make a reservation 24 hours in advance at 613-727-7691, arrive between 5:30 and 6:00 pm, and you’ll make the class by 7:00 pm. |
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