I had the honour of judging at the annual Ontario Wine Awards in May. Tony Aspler, leading wine writer, author and Canada’s self-proclaimed “evangelist for wine”, created this competition in 1995. He has turned over his annual wine competition to the trusted care of George Brown. Understandably at 83, Tony […]
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 […]
The height of the summer calls for cold, thirst-quenching beverages. This makes August the ideal time for chilled, refreshing and crisp white wines. Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio wines are a prevalent choice this time of year due to their tendency to be dry and crisp. So why not venture […]
Peak summer is the time for crisp, refreshing white wines, light, fruity reds and, of course, rosés. For maximum enjoyment this time of the year, remember to chill your red wines. Ten minutes in the fridge or five minutes in an ice bucket will do the trick! It is a […]
Hi! I’m Shari Mogk-Edwards and I am very passionate about sharing my love of wine & spirits. For the past 40 years, I’ve tasted and selected wines and spirits from around the world. Now I am helping people explore and discover the fascinating world of wine & spirits for themselves!
