Shari’s 10 Holiday Picks for 2021.

Together with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season comes peak gifting season. To simplify shopping for the wine and spirit lovers on your lists, I have a curated collection of 10 products for you to consider and explore. There are seven various styles of wines from seven different […]

Shari’s Comfort Wine Picks for November.

The cooler nights and shorter days mark the season for comfort foods. So whether that might be my husband’s favourite, shepherd’s pie, or ribs, stews or grilled cheese sandwiches, we all have our favourites! Is “comfort wine” a thing? I think so! Just like food, it means comfort and familiarity […]

Shari’s Thanksgiving Picks for 2021

I always associate a turkey meal with Thanksgiving. It is a tradition I have continued since childhood. Although some of my friends celebrate with other mains, mine is a turkey family, with one exception. My youngest daughter is a vegan. Matching wine with turkey and faux turkey options can be […]

Shari’s Local Picks for September.

When the students return to school, a new season begins. The intense summer heat is behind us. Soon the annual fall rhapsody will start as the leaves change colours. This is an ideal time to visit wine country and experience its glory. It is invigorating watching the grape harvest.  I recently […]