Trail Estate Winery
A Little Bit Supersonic
Let it snow!
In a lot of ways, this is what we have been waiting for. Snow always adds brightness to the winter cold; we love the crunch under our feet (and replenishes our resevoirs for Spring!).
This week we are releasing a limited amount of 2021 Supersonic Sparkling! We are making 300 bottles available in 6- and 12-packs as a pre-release — just to add a little more colour to winter :)
Grown by Cory and Beverly Lipsitt, this wine is 100% hand harvested and 100% Concord! Pressed on a very long press cycle with lots of rotation to naturally extract juice from these hard-to-press grapes. Bottled with an addition of (pre-fermented) juice for in-bottle fermentation.
This wine has developed a cult following over the last few years and its always fun to compare vintage to vintage. 2021 comes across a bit lighter, no doubt reflecting the rains during harvest. The bubbles are still light to moderate at this point with a faint sweetness still. Keep this wine nearer to room temperature and it will evolve over the next month or two, becoming drier and the bubbles more vigorous.
ps. Also available as combo pack with our Fronte-Snack Frontenac Noir #collab with The Grape Witches!
We are planning to reopen our retail shop this week, Thursday January 20th. Bottle shop only for the moment and hours will be 12-5, Thursdays thru Saturdays!
If the snow is hampering you plans, no worries as shipping remains FREE on any orders of 6 or more*.
Pét Nat!
I am so excited to embark on another year of drinking… ahem… education! This year I am embarking on some new adventures, recovering from a harvest and along with everyone, trying to get through the COVID depression!
The word PIVOT sends shivers down my spine and the thought of cancelling another plan isn’t even worth the emotion of getting upset anymore. Instead of focusing on the bad, I’m writing to you to tell you that there is plenty to be happy with in the wine industry — and we are embarking on a new project! News on the latter soon!
Our first WOTM Club of the season!!!
I find Pét Nats fascinating for their purity — not in a conventional sense, but in a fruit-meets-fermentation-meets-palate-immediately sense. Fermentation can be very complicated when you start considering all the factors that can be controlled and how those factors affect the finished product. This year I’ve paid careful attention to bubbles and trying to keep them in bottle, not on your ceiling! I’m really happy with these and think they bring balance and poise — with a bit of funky purity of course.
Baco is back! This time in sparkling. Light bubbles will get more vigorous (and drier) over time — this is still a young wine. It’s showing lovely notes of berries — blackberries, cherries, strawberry and currants. Finishes with savoury spice and complexity — think beets (slightly meaty), rosehip tea, tarragon and clove.
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
Norman Hardie Winery
NORMAN HARDIE WINERY
On a clay limestone hill in Prince Edward County, my passion for fine wine is put to the ultimate test. I have chosen select sites in Prince Edward County and Niagara with a magical combination of clay and limestone. These mineral driven sites are ideal and allow me to craft Pinot noir, Chardonnay and other cool climate varieties of exceptional quality and elegance. My wines tell a story of place developed from my passion and experience.
The full potential of the soils can only be realized with a team of tireless, dedicated and enthusiastic individuals who embrace my vision. Each member of my team brings with them a rich knowledge base and a thirst to learn more and create something special. We all take pride in a desire for greatness.
https://www.normanhardie.com/wines/
TASTING BAR
The Tasting Bar is open daily from 10am to 6pm April through November, and 11am to 5pm November through March. We operate on a first-come, first-served basis. All are welcome, with no reservations required.
Our wines are available for delivery right to your doorstep via our ‘Buy’ section. We ship across Canada, including Quebec. Free delivery on all Ontario orders over $90, and free delivery to Quebec and the rest of Canada on orders over $200.
For more information email info@normanhardie.com
WINTER FOOD PROGRAM
Visit us November through April to enjoy our new winter food program. Open daily: Monday-Friday 11am-3pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am-4:30pm.
Piping hot individual lasagnas, smoked trout, toasted sourdough bread, and fresh PEI oysters are served through the winter either indoors (proof of vaccination required for indoor dining) or outdoors next to roaring fire pits.
We work on a first-come, first-served basis. Our winter food programs offers casual dining service with no reservations required.
For more information, feel free call us at 613-399-5297 or email info@normanhardie.com
OUR ADDRESS
1152 Greer Rd,
Wellington, Ontario, K0K3L0
Canada
t: (613) 399-5297
Get driving directions to the winery
We strive to create a barrier free experience for our customers. Please contact us if you have questions about the accessibility of our services.
Stone Temple Coffee
Espresso - Medium Roast, Certified Organic/ Fairtrade Coffee 1lb/454g
$18.95
A unique combination of South American coffee beans that offer a smooth textured, fully body Espresso that yields a consistently rich crema. Our focus was to create an Espresso that the stealthiest Barista would love. A must-have for anyone that enjoys a dominant Espresso blend.
Cupping Notes: Dark chocolate, walnut, graham cracker, hazelnut.
Barista Notes: A perfect roast for espresso and cappuccino combinations. This bolder roast profile allows for espresso everything! From nightcaps to rub seasonings, this versatile espresso roast provides great flavour for all coffee lovers.
Chef Notes: Use fine espresso grounds in replacement of recipes calling for espresso powder. This espresso can provide for a more superior in-depth flavor. Works great with Chocolate Intemperance, waffles, Birthday Cakes, and more.
Espresso Overview
Expresso (or espresso) is usually made from Arabica and Robusta Coffee beans. The beans are often dark roasted, and the caffeine content is high. The grinds are meant to be fine, but finding a balance is crucial: too fine results in over-extraction, while too coarse results in watery coffee. Despite the science of its brewing, expresso is actually a versatile drink: some prefer their expresso bold and strong, while others prefer it soft and flavorful.
This mix of beans in the Expresso Fairtrade Blend comes from throughout South America, a unique region that transitions from the arid desert of the Southwest to the humid jungles of South America, and therein, the geography ranges from high mountains to coastal plains. Connecting the two continents of the New World, and positioned between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Seas, Central America is home to famous ancient cultures like the Maya and Aztecs, which have combined with Colonial Spanish history to create a unique Latino cultural fusion. What follows is a brief survey of some of the highlights of Central American coffee.
Other locations for Espresso include:
Costa Rican coffee, which is believed to be one of the best in Central America, is full-bodied with richness, robustness, and crispness. The high altitudes lead to pleasant levels of acidity, and its tastes have been associated with brown sugar, citrus, and apricot-like fruitiness. It’s a highly rated coffee that’s making increasing appearances in reserve and high-quality blends.
Nicaragua is known for smooth-bodied, subtle, and balanced coffee with hints of nuts and vanilla. Unfortunately, civil wars, Cold-war embargos, and natural disasters have severely impacted the trade, but Nicaragua is bouncing back; there are a number of diverse regions producing a variety of tastes and qualities.
Ecuador is most famous for the Galapagos Islands, a mostly-pristine biological wonderland visited by Charles Darwin, but the mainland is home to a medium-bodied coffee with fair amounts of acidity. Belize is not a large exporter of its full-bodied bean, but most of the coffee growing happens on a single 50-acre plantation, the Gullon Jug, under the jungle foliage. El Salvadorian coffees tend to be softer, less acidic, and contain notes of honey, which makes them an excellent choice for smoothing out a blend.
The coffee industries of Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico are all well established, and the various geographies of these countries, ranging from mountainous to coastal to rainforest, have created a variety of qualities and tastes that are ranked and named after the region of the town of origin.
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Karlo Estates Winery - Gold Medal Tastings
Indulge in our ultimate wine tastings experience for you and up to 13 of your best wine loving friends.
How does it work?
The Gold Medal Tasting is $388.00 plus tax and tip for up to 4 people.
This include an estate tour conducted by Saxe Brickenden, Partner, or Sherry Karlo, Vintner, while sampling 9 wines and enjoying a dairy free cheese and plant-based charcuterie board on the Vintner’s Deck or in our VIP Wine Lounge (weather dependent).
We start out with our Gold Medal winning 2020 Bubble as our reception wine to walk through our 1805 post and beam hip barn, then tour down through the vineyards to our famous dry stone bridge, one of the largest in North America. Here we enjoy our traveler pack of whites then we bribe you with our best selling Patio Reserve Rosé to stand on the bridge as a group for a photo op. After some time for photos, we retire to the Vintner’s Deck (or Wine Lounge) to enjoy dairy-free cheese and plant-based charcuterie while sampling the portfolio of reds. Afterwards we’ll go back up to the winery to consult for you on your wine purchase while we enjoy a final tasting of our port style wines. Each person who buys 11 bottles of wines will then be given a free bottle.
We require payment upfront. If for some reason you can not attend and cancel your reservation within 24 hours of your tour, you can redeem the equivalent value in wine bottle purchases. If you cancel before 24 hours before the tour, we can offer you a full refund - a $10 per head administration fee. Like other special events, you’ll not need to worry about adding gratuity as 18% will automatically be included on your final bill.
To book, we require your credit card number and your cell phone number to reach you on the day. You can increase your reservation up to a group of 14 up to 48 hours before the tour. Each additional guest is $97.00
Your reservation is not complete until you receive a confirmation email from us. Please do not make a reservation by phone on Fridays or Saturdays as we will be in service.
Plan to be with us for about two hours. This tour is not available on Saturdays. It can be booked weekdays and Sundays at 12:00 noon or at 5:00 pm. Do try to make reservations at least two weeks in advance for best ease of finding a mutually agreeable time in Saxe and Sherry’s schedule.
“We look forward to pouring for you.”
https://www.karloestates.com/gold-medal-tastings
Note: Please also be aware, when we are able to open, due to current government restrictions, we must adhere to COVID protocols for group sizes. Once we come out of lockdown, we will post what size of groups we can accept. We will keep groups at separate tables, socially distanced six feet apart. As you can appreciate, we have fewer seats available after this second wave COVID tightening.
To save time on the check-in and to get your group into the fun without delay, please be prepared to hand our host the list of first and last names, email and cell phone number for each of your guests upon arrival.
The Eddie - Hotel & Farm in Prince Edward County
One of The County's most iconic venues now open for events, accommodation and weddings. Ask about our Winter Escape package
With 10 rooms for max 24 people, The Eddie offers 4 ensuite king suites, 3 ensuite queen suites and 3 bunkie cabins with shared washrooms.
Generously appointed bedroom suites offer ceilings 10' or taller, ensuite bathrooms, TV with Cable, Prime and Netflix, and in room climate control. Welcome to County life! Spend time exploring our 78-acre farm including private pond, orchards and gardens, or, with our direct connection to the 49km Millennium Trail, grab one of our bikes or snowshoes, and get out and enjoy nature. Situated between Wellington and Bloomfield, The Eddie is ideally located to explore all The County had to offer.
Just minutes from the shops of Bloomfield, the Beaches and Restaurants in Wellington, and directly on the Millennium Trail, The Eddie is in the heart of The County, close to Sandbanks Provincial Park, and dozens of galleries and wineries.
The property features several locations for groups large and small. The original 1860s Red Barn is one of the most iconic venues in the area, lending itself well to theatre, concerts, markets, meetings, and retreats. Formerly known as Fields on West Lake, and now under new ownership, the property is most well known for beautiful weddings in the majestic Red Barn. With 50 foot ceilings at their highest peak, and nearly 160 years old, you won't find another venue like it in The County. For over a decade the recognizable copula at The Red Barn on Loyalist Parkway has welcomed friends and families to celebrate their special day, and we look forward to welcoming you.
Have your wedding at this enchanting farm which offers not only a beautiful venue, but wedding planning services, a florist, and dedicated event management on the day of your event. With several ceremony locations including The Pond and rainy day backup options including The Sheep Shed and Ruby's Cocktail Bar, The Eddie is here to make your dream event a reality, at this one-of-a-kind venue! Prime 2022 dates are still available! Ask about free decor upgrades for 2021 and 2022 events.
Make a Reservation
Click on the link to our website
https://theeddie.ca/reservations
FONDUE FRIDAYS- THIS WINTER
Join us each Friday this winter for one of 2 seatings in Ruby's Clubhouse at The Eddie, for authentic cheese and chocolate fondue. Meat Fondue will be offered once our new service are is complete in 2022.
Partnering with the Cheese Boutique in Toronto, we will be carrying the most authentic swiss cheeses, including aged Gruyere in our fondue offering.
5:30 and 8pm seating. Space very limited.
One of The County's most iconic venues now open for events, accommodation and weddings. Ask about our Winter Escape package
With 10 rooms for max 24 people, The Eddie offers 4 ensuite king suites, 3 ensuite queen suites and 3 bunkie cabins with shared washrooms.
Generously appointed bedroom suites offer ceilings 10' or taller, ensuite bathrooms, TV with Cable, Prime and Netflix, and in room climate control.
Loch Mor Cider
Cider gift packs are now online. Perfect gifts for the cider lover in your life! Can be custom made with any combination of bottles or accessories. We also are fully restocked on the beautiful handmade cider cups & currently have clear glaze, lilac, avocado & denim blue in stock.
Mulled Cider Offer!
Need a little warming treat as we head into the shortest day of the year? Maybe just need something to serve while entertaining some friends?
For the next week, we are offering a free sachet of mulling spices with every Pommeau bottle purchased.
To make mulled cider:
Add sachet of spices to ~1L apple juice (can use a tea strainer, a muslin bag or just through them in!)
OPTIONAL: add a slice of lemon and/or orange to pot
Warm up (simmer on stove or in slow cooker)
Take out spices when it tastes good
Add a shot of Pommeau to mug
Yes, it’s really that easy. Order a bottle of Pommeau today for free delivery next week.
Cider gift packs are now online. Perfect gifts for the cider lover in your life! Can be custom made with any combination of bottles or accessories. We also are fully restocked on the beautiful handmade cider cups & currently have clear glaze, lilac, avocado & denim blue in stock.
The cider dog, Lagan, is coming to the city to do some deliveries & he’s ready to pack his pannier! Thursday, December 16th we will be doing door drops from Oakville, GTA & all the way back along the 401 corridor to PEC for FREE for all orders $75. A great way to get your holiday cider & gift boxes delivered! Use coupon: CIDERDOGDELIVERY
Shop now for cider dog delivery Dec 16th
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The cider dog, Lagan, is coming to the city to do some deliveries & he’s ready to pack his pannier! Thursday, December 16th we will be doing door drops from Oakville, GTA & all the way back along the 401 corridor to PEC for FREE for all orders $75. A great way to get your holiday cider & gift boxes delivered! Use coupon: CIDERDOGDELIVERY
Gillingham Brewery
We're feeling festive and very much looking forward to this holiday season. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to you, our valued customers, for your continued support this past year. And what a year it has been! Now more than ever, we are thankful to have the time with our family and friends.
For the month of December, the heated & covered Beer Garden and Bottle Shop will be open. We are closed Monday's and Tuesday's. We are now offering a full lunch menu available Friday to Sunday. Very excited to welcome Kaleidoscope Kitchen to our menu, featuring 2 exclusively made calzones (meat and vegetarian options) served with a side salad. In addition, we have stewed beef chili made by The Bantam PEC. Plus, light snack options are available. To satisfy the sweet tooth, we now carry skillet made cookie pies from The Cookie Mama. Locally made with 2 seasonal flavours available.
Our Bottle Shop is stocked with 13 bottles available, including a Special Seasonal Release, Yuletide Ale that has been aging for over 2 years. Now pouring on draught and in 750ml bottles. Limited quantities are available so don't delay!
Perfect stocking stuffer solutions are available including Gift Cards, Hoodies, Toques, our Signature Blanket and T-shirts. Visit our merchandise page for the complete collection.
We look forward to seeing you again soon!
OYSTER SUNDAY'S
Oysters on the half shell. Shucking starts at 2:00 pm.
Join us in the heated beer garden.
CONTACT US
1316 Wilson Road
Hillier, Ontario K0K 2J0
416.892.9646
The Eddie - Hotel & Farm
WEDDINGS & EVENTS
The property features several locations for groups large and small. The original 1860s Red Barn is one of the most iconic venues in the area, lending itself well to theatre, concerts, markets, meetings and retreats. Formerly known as Fields on West Lake, and now under new ownership, the property is most well known for beautiful weddings in the majestic Red Barn. With 50 foot ceilings at its highest peak, and nearly 160 years old, you won't find another venue like it in The County. For over a decade the recognizable copula at The Red Barn on Loyalist Parkway has welcomed friends and families to celebrate their special day, and we look forward to welcoming you.
Have your wedding at this enchanting farm which offers not only a beautiful venue, but wedding planning services, florist and dedicated event management on the day of your event. With several ceremony locations including The Pond, and rainy day back up options including The Sheep Shed and Ruby's Cocktail Bar, The Eddie is here to make your dream event a reality, at this one of a kind venue! Prime 2022 dates still available! Ask about free decor upgrades for 2021 and 2022 events.
Sign up for latest updates including details on our Spring 2021 opening, community discounts and event news. For more information on the hotel, weddings and events, or to discuss full property rentals with our Weekend at Eddie's package, please email info@theeddie.ca or call
1-833-PEC-FARM
Website: https://theeddie.ca/welcome
Trail Estate Winery
Our favorite Nouveau is back!
Bottled immediately after fermentation is complete, this Nouveau is fresh and unadulterated. Zero sulphur added, no enzymes, etc.
What it is is fresh and alive with acidity but equally lush and vaguely tropical — think honeyed pear, lemon and grapefruit. Texturally some tannins flesh out the palate and refresh in the best way. Eminently quenchable!
72% Riesling, 22% Gewürztraminer, 6% Muscat Ottonel
An eclectic mix of aromatics balanced by the varying lengths of time spent on the skins during fermentation. Pear blossom, grapefruit and clementine are followed by moderate tannins and refreshing acidity.
Riesling, Gewürztraminer & Muscat from the Hughes and Foxcroft Vineyards: a mixture of skins was added to the top of each tank to create a cap and protect the wine for further ageing. Pressed after a couple weeks of ageing on skins. Racked minimally. Bottled with no sulphur or additives.
Wild-ferment / Unfiltered / Unsulphured / Zero-adds
$35.00/btl (including HST)
Combine any 6 Bottles for Complimentary Shipping (ON & QC)
Trail Estate Winery
416 Benway Rd., Hillier ON K0K 2J0
647-233-8599
https://trailestate.com/products/2021-oh-julius-orange-nouveau
Stone Temple Coffee
November's Featured Coffee Product Savings!
We are stepping up our discount offer this month as November hits us all hard when it comes to the weather scene!
SPECIAL OFFER
20% off 7 products
Use code: STCNOVSAVINGS at checkout, or click the link below to automatically apply the discount to your order.
Stone Temple Coffees - Espresso, Whole Bean, Medium Roast, Certified Organic/ Fairtrade 1lb/454g
$18.95
A unique combination of South American coffee beans that offer a smooth textured, fully body Espresso that yields a consistently rich crema. Our focus was to create an Espresso that the stealthiest Barista would love. A must have for anyone that enjoys a dominant Espresso blend.
Cupping Notes: Dark chocolate, walnut, graham cracker, hazelnut.
Barista Notes: Use for versatile espresso & cappuccino combinations. Espresso Martini friendly!
Chef Notes: Use fine espresso grounds in replacement of recipes calling for espresso powder. This espresso can provide for a more superior in depth flavor. Works great with Chocolate Intemperance, waffles, Birthday Cakes and more.
Expresso Overview
Expresso (or espresso) is usually made from Arabica and Robusta Coffee beans. The beans are often dark roasted, and the caffeine content is high. The grinds are meant to be fine, but finding a balance is crucial: too fine results in over-extraction, while too coarse results in watery coffee. Despite the science of it’s brewing, expresso is actually a versatile drink: some prefer their expresso bold and strong, while others prefer it soft and flavorful.
This mix of beans in the Expresso Fairtrade Blend comes from South Central America, a unique region that transitions from the arid desert of the Southwest to the humid jungles of South America, and therein, the geography ranges from high mountains to coastal plains. Connecting the two continents of the New World, and positioned between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Seas, Central America is home to famous ancient cultures like the Maya and Aztecs, which have combined with Colonial Spanish history to create a unique Latino cultural fusion. What follows is a brief survey of some of the highlights of Central American coffee.
Costa Rican coffee, which is believed to be one of the best in Central America, is full-bodied with richness, robustness, and crispness. The high altitudes lead to pleasant levels of acidity, and its tastes have been associated with brown sugar, citrus, and apricot-like fruitiness. It’s a highly rated coffee that’s making increasing appearances in reserve and high quality blends.
Nicaragua is known for smooth-bodied, subtle and balanced coffee with hints of nuts and vanilla. Unfortunately, civil wars, Cold-war embargos, and natural disasters have severely impacted the trade, but Nicaragua is bouncing back; there are a number of diverse regions producing a varieties of tastes and qualities.
Ecuador is most famous for the Galapagos Islands, a mostly-pristine biological wonderland visited by Charles Darwin, but the mainland is home to a medium-bodied coffee with fair amounts of acidity. Belize is not a large exporter of its full-bodied bean, but most of the coffee growing happens on a single 50-acre plantation, the Gullon Jug, under the jungle foliage. El Salvadorian coffees tend to be softer, less acidic, and containing notes of honey, which makes it an excellent choice for smoothing out a blend.
Visit our Store Location
Come and visit us in person at our company headquarters location:
Loch Mór Cider Company
Our Cider
Loch Mor Cider blends contain carefully selected heritage and cider varieties, which are pressed on site and fermented slowly at low temperatures. Many of our ciders are bottle conditioned, creating the natural, fine stream of bubbles. Some are fermented naturally with wild/house culture yeast & others are inoculated with strains of wine yeast.
We like our cider full of flavour and not full of sugar. We leave our cider “full juice”, which means we can provide you with a drier (lower sugar) cider with the full flavour for you to enjoy.
Cider judges also agree – our ciders have won awards for two years in a row, including for our fortified cider, Pommeau, which has won twice. (we were the first to produce this traditional style of cider in Ontario, and we think the second in Canada).
Cider is wine made with apples & our cider is true to that heritage. It pairs beautifully with a meal.
As one of only three Canadian Certified Pommeliers, ask Sara for suggestions on a food pairing for your cider when you’re next visiting the cidery.
Visit the cidery to try a range of our unique dry ciders on a flight. Choose from a couple of flight options to discover the range of what we offer. Add on a Centre & Main single origin chocolate tasting to elevate your experience. Book a VIP orchard and cellar tour to get an in-depth look at how cider is made, paired with exclusive tastings.
https://www.lochmorcider.com/connect/
Address: 890 Danforth Rd, Hillier, ON K0K 2J0
The Drake Devonshire
Rooms/Rates
https://www.thedrake.ca/drakedevonshire/rooms-rates/
Open year-round
24-hour front desk with full concierge services
In-room spa services
Onsite parking
Acclaimed Drake mixology and wine program
Lakefront location
Private fireplaces + fire pit
Dedicated corporate and special event venues
Private party + event planning services
Free WiFi throughout the premises
EcoLogo-certified housekeeping cleaning products
In-room dining available
Permanent art collection + rotating exhibits
Curated playlists in public spaces
Onsite cultural events + programming
County wine tours curated + led by Drake guides
DINE TOGETHER
https://www.thedrake.ca/drakedevonshire/food-drink/
In accordance with Provincial government mandates, as of September 22, 2021, at 12:01 am, guests dining indoors will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated for two weeks or proof of exemption upon arrival. For more on our vaccination policy, please visit thedrake.ca/goodcleanfun.ca
Reservations can be made for indoor dining only for up to 12 guests
Walk-ins are welcomed for patio dining, seating is first come first serve, and open weather permitting
2-hour seating time is provided for each reservation
Reservations can be made a maximum of 30 days in advance
Waitlists are started in person and at the door
Our full availability is posted on OpenTable
Groups of 8+ will be presented with one bill + 18% gratuity.
Groups of 13+ must book through Special Events
Masks are required for ALL INDOOR public areas
WEDDINGS
https://www.thedrake.ca/drakedevonshire/weddings-parties/
Unique venue + delicious food + amazing service = perfect wedding celebration. Getting hitched? We love weddings more than cake. Consider us your one-stop-shop for the ultimate lakeside bash at one of Ontario's most beautiful scenic venues. We'll take care of all your décor and catering details, including such options as custom-baked goods and fresh flowers. We'll even hire a Drake-approved band or DJ for your special day. Give your guests a wedding reception experience they won't soon forget, and yourself a break by working with our in-house team of party planning experts.
Gillingham Brewery
Join us on Sunday October 17 for an afternoon clambake experience hosted by Sand and Pearl Oyster Bar, situated in our seasonally festive and cozy beer garden
For $145 for 2, enjoy a delicious and hearty clambake featuring little neck clams, shrimp, sausage, corn, potato and seasonings served with locally made baguette to compliment. Cooked right on the campfire, served hot to your table! Meal includes 2 glasses of Gillingham beer of your choice.
This event is entirely outdoors in our heated and covered cozy pergolas. Watch Nathan and Chef Jonathan Viao cook right on the fire pit!
An outdoor Autumn experience you don't want to miss.
To reserve;
1. Reply to this email or to christine@gillinghambrewing.ca with your preferred time. Seatings available 2:00, 3:00, 4:00 and 5:00pm.
2. $30 deposit is required at time of booking to confirm your reservation. You can include your credit card information in your email or call us at 416-892-9646.
3. Please provide the full names and phone numbers of each person in your party. Minimum 2 people per booking and per table.
4. If you would like to be seated at the same table with others, please indicate in your email. We will do our very best to accommodate. Maximum 6 people per table.
5. You will receive a confirmation email. Reservations are first received, first to confirm. As we anticipate to sell out quickly, we hope to hear from you soon!
We look forward to hosting you.
Cheers!
Christine, Andrew, Nicole and Nathan
Gillingham Brewing Company
Cancellations within 24 hours of the event will be charged the full amount of $145. If the weather turns for the worse, we will cancel the event and you will receive your full deposit refund. Meal package and price is for two people. Taxes and gratuities extra. Minimum 2 people per table. Gillingham Brewing Company is hosting only fully vaccinated guests in the beer garden. Proof of vaccination and matching ID is required.
Gillingham Brewing Company
NEW RELEASE 2019 Stirling Barrique Pinot Noir
The 2019 Stirling Barrique Pinot Noir is made with grapes grown in our impeccable Churchside vineyard, aged in barrels made from a White Oak tree harvested in Stirling, Ontario less than 50km from our vineyard and coopered at Carriage House Cooperage in Picton. If you are looking for local wine, this is it.
"Ripe red fruit notes radiate from the glass, followed by earthy notes, cola, and baking spice..."
- Keith Tyers (Winemaker)
HARVEST HAS BEGUN
Thank you to all our friends and vineyard workers who came out to our picking party on Saturday. We were able to pick all the Pinot Gris in our Ridge vineyard. It was an incredibly fun and fruitful day.
ALCHEMY ARTIST RESIDENCY
Lisa Wood is a visual artist and Assistant Professor at Ishkaabatens Waasa Gaa Inaabateg, Department of Visual Art at Brandon University. With an MFA from Yale University and a BFA from the University of Manitoba, her art practice focuses on figurative painting and drawing that investigates interpersonal relationships, social exchanges, and the role of food. Lisa has been the recipient of many awards and scholarships and exhibits her painting and prints nationally and internationally.
While in Prince Edward County this summer, Lisa was partnered with Closson Chase Vineyard. Shadowing four of Closson Chase’s seasonal farm workers from away, she walked up and down the rows of vines with the workers, listening to their stories and taking photos of them through the vines as they worked putting up protective netting. In her responsive art piece, a 5.5' mixed media drawing titled Walking the Vines, Lisa focuses on the workers’ hands in action. While the workers are largely hidden from view by the lush foliage, their contribution to the county and the vineyard is integral and is shown through this representation of each of the workers' strong nimble hands.
For more information on this exhibition visit https://makealchemy.com/exhibition-2021
Closson Chase
629 Closson Road
Hillier, On K0K2J0Canada
Stone Temple Coffee
Meet this month’s featured coffee!
Check out what everyone’s talking about these days in the Mocha Java world. Stay warm and trendy this October with Stone Temple Coffee by your side!
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Regarded as one of the world’s premier blends, this marriage of Indonesian Sumatra and Ethiopian Yirgacheffe will delight you with its smoothness and intensity. The invention of Yemeni sailors, its flavor is ancient combination of wine and chocolate.
Cupping Notes: Red Wine, Black Tea, Grass, Wood, Bakers Chocolate, Smoke.
Barista Notes: The rich flavor of this coffee makes it a standalone star as a beverage, although intensely flavored, spicy food will create a fantastic pairing. Also recommended for cold brew.
Chef Notes: This bold earth toned flavored coffee is unique for using in beef jerky recipes and is well worth experimenting with smoked cheeses. It even goes great with other red meats either in the oven or on the grill.
Mocha Java, traditionally a blend of Arabian Mocha and Indonesian Java, is said to be the oldest coffee blend in history, bringing together two diverse beans in a complimentary union that facilitates highlighting each one of their unique qualities—intensity and wildness from the Mocha and clean brightness from the Java.
Beans from Yemen (a small country on the Arabian Peninsula that has been growing coffee since the 1400s) were shipped to the port of Mocha, where sailors returning from Java (Indonesia) combined the two beans in a serendipitous blend that has been a boon to caffeine-lovers ever since.
Today, not all coffee makers adhere to the original formula, but substitute other prime quality coffees from around the world, such as those grown in Ethiopia, in place of the Yemen Mocha, especially in light of the fact that political conflicts have made beans from Yemen all but impossible to come by. They have fine-tuned the mixture and proportions to make a drink that is popular and tasty in their alchemist’s quest to make the perfect Mocha Java.
Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, our Mocha component, is one the world’s premier Arabica beans. It’s sweet, spicy, fragrant, and full of flavor facilitated by its slow growth at high altitudes. Described as full-bodied, bright, and clean, it’s been said to carry undertones of wine, berries, flowers, coconut, chocolate, nuts, and citrus...an incredibly wide variety. With something for everybody, it’s a premier grade coffee all around the world.
Sumatran Java tends toward a lower brightness and acidity, and the earthy tastes (facilitated by some degree of fermentation in the processing) can allude to wild mushrooms, bell peppers, herbs, peat, and chocolate, and people have compared it’s taste to a high-end alcohol like Scotch.
The fire of Ethiopian Yirgacheffe and the earthy tones of Indonesian Java come together to create a truly memorable blend with an ancient history and global popularity. The complexity and balance of the Mocha Java makes it an excellent choice for espresso roasting, and its qualities come to the fore in a dark roast.
An interesting side note: Cafe Mocha is a drink that’s half chocolate and half coffee, served at many cafes and restaurants, and packaged and sold at many grocery stores. However, this chocolate-coffee combo bears no relation to the Mocha Java blend.
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Redtail Vineyards
Our wines are made in the vineyard. Sunlight, soil, and attention to detail produce the highest quality fruit. Our winemaking style is minimal intervention, allowing each glass to be a true representation of vintage and terroir. https://redtailvineyards.com/
Our 5-acre farm winery is off the beaten path on beautiful Partridge Hollow Road. Redtail focuses on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris produced in an Old World-style with low intervention methods. Follow our journey from soil to stem as we replant our estate vineyard.
Read the review from Natalie Maclean
https://www.nataliemaclean.com/wineries/info/redtail-vineyards/2505
Redtail Vineyards is on the western edge of Prince Edward County, about 15 minutes outside of Wellington. We are located 2 hours from Toronto, 3 hours from Ottawa, and 4 hours from Montreal.
Matron Fine Beer
Our Story
We're friends, who also happen to be industry professionals, that teamed up to create something of our own. A true expression of ourselves and our values. A brewery, business and lifestyle that we stand behind. Co-founded by Mallory Jones @mal_jones, Jessica Nettleton @nettlemonster and Justin da Silva @justindasilva, Matron is a reflection of us, it has been shaped by our collective experiences.
We want to make a finite amount of delicious beer that is special to its community. We're not looking to be everywhere. This is not about racing to the top, or the bottom depending on how you look at it. It is about creating a business that will sustain a quality of life for those people pouring their hearts into it -- and creating a product you can count on.
We chose the name Matron because it is both strong and feminine. At the root of what this word means, we read it as someone who takes care of others, someone who is hospitable be it by trade or by character. It is for the often under-appreciated roles that these people play in making things easier and more enjoyable. We as a company aim to look after our people, our product and our patrons.
We're located in beautiful Bloomfield, Prince Edward County. There are a million more convenient and entirely easier settings to have chosen to build our brewery, but this wasn't about constructing a production facility. Matron aims to be a space we and our team want to create in. We aspire for you to feel the same sense of relaxation and arrival that we get to enjoy everyday.
From The Toronto Star
"HOW AN ONTARIO BREWERY IS DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY"
We are super appreciative of this Toronto Star feature. Thank-you Shawna Wagman for the write up - and to everyone who is supporting small business during this tumultuous time. This is a nice reminder for us as a team to step back and appreciate what we're creating in the midst of the whirlwind that has been the last year!
Shout out to Pleasant Valley Hops and Barn Owl Malt who are making our vision come true with their top notch ingredients.
‘PAIRS WELL WITH NOT TAKING LIFE TOO SERIOUSLY’: HOW AN ONTARIO BREWERY IS DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY
When Mallory Jones, Jessica Nettleton and Justin da Silva landed on the name Matron for their Bloomfield, Ont.-based brewery, it checked all the boxes. “We wanted to have a strong, feminine name,” says da Silva, “It’s also a shout-out to those who look after others.”
The three friends were working in the beer industry in Kingston before quitting their jobs in 2019 to realize their wouldn’t-it-be-cool-one-day dream of building their own brewery. For years they’d witnessed the way the beer knowledge of the two women, while tremendous, was often overlooked. Now, in less than two years, Matron Fine Beer has become a going concern in the competitive local craft beer scene by focusing on fruity farmhouse ales, aromatic IPAs and lower-alcohol lagers — and on building a principled, grassroots business. “We decided from the beginning that we wanted to take care of the staff, the community, and the land that we’re on,” says da Silva.
Inspired by the days of farmhouse brewing, when the matriarch of the family brewed beer using whatever the farm could grow, the trio chose to plant Matron Fine Beer among the sprawling farms and vineyards of Prince Edward County. It counts two of its key brewing suppliers — Pleasant Valley Hops and Barn Owl Malt — among its neighbours.
The Lakeside Motel
The Lakeside is a 10 room lodge in Wellington, a small region in Prince Edward County. Inspired by the heritage of the community.
70’ gunite swimming pool surrounded by daybeds and recliners
PEC’s largest waterfront deck & bar for guest and visitor use - enjoy cocktails and watch sunsets
onsite dining options and a cocktail bar to make time pass even faster while you sit back and watch the waves.
fully licensed grounds, minibars, and welcome packages to make your stay extra special
renovated and modern bungalow with detached private bedroom - bring more family & friends
*Restaurant and pool are seasonal, closing the first week of October. However, campfires, beverages, hot dog & s’mores kits will be available through the month of October(weather permitting)
AMENITIES
All rooms have air conditioning, a fireplace, Apple Tv and fast & free wifi.
Egyptian cotton sheets.
Fellow kettles for tea & coffee.
2 acres of waterfront property to explore at your leisure.
Canoes for those more water-inclined (rental waiver and fee required)
Fire pits & marshmallows for those into having two feet firmly on dry land.
In-room mini-fridge.
Double Seater Adirondack chairs.
Bikes to explore the town (rental waiver and fee required).
Modern bathrooms and rubinet showers.
Terry shawl robes.
Down comforters & pillows.
Alarm clock.
In-room safe, iron, hair dryer, and luggage racks.
Pool & beach towels.
Camp blankets.
Daily housekeeping visits, if you like.
GROUNDS
We love this place and we’re sure you will too. Roam the happy space where Lake Ontario meets Prince Edward County’s shore,
go for a hike, a bike, or brave the waters in one of our canoes. If all else fails, take the Lakeside Challenge and see if you can find
the ever elusive ‘best spot to watch the sun go down as quickly as the wine goes down’. We think we know where it is,
but maybe you can prove us wrong…? We’d love to see you try.
ROOMS
All of the accommodations here at Lakeside have recently gotten a ton of TLC. Fresh Egyptian cotton sheets, plush terry towels and bathrooms
so clean you may feel guilty about using them(but don’t!). Light one of the scented candles we’ve got in our repertoire and let the mood setting begin.
FINE DINING ON-SITE
Not only do we have a seasonal restaurant & bar with beautiful lake views, we’ve also go fireside fun. If you’re looking to get the real county experience - we have all the ingredients for the best damn s’mores you’ve had since your parents shipped you off to stay-away camp because it ‘builds character’.
SOLITUDE
A little peace and quiet goes a long way. If you’re coming to us to get away, let us know and we’ll happily leave you be and
just keep the fridge and snacks stocked. Otherwise, don’t be shy - we’re a friendly bunch and just want to make sure you
have a great time while you’re with us.
Trail Estates Winery
September Wines of the Month
This month in our Wines of the Month Club, we feature our 2018 Pinot Noir! Long sold out at the winery, but we kept some cases back to age and are releasing some as part of this month’s selection.
A wine I’ve always loved. Bright cherries and a slight charred lemon note with aromatics of savoury herbs lifting out of the glass. It has a smooth and silky palate with a very delicate tannin structure.
“The palate offers resistance and density, light but very tightly woven tannins; the finish bleeds into bitter chocolate tones, but all in all the ensemble flows seamlessly. Very fine length. Drink 2021-2026.”
92Pts John Szabo
This month includes two bottles of 2018 Estate Pinot Noir. Feel free to add other bottles and benefit from complimentary shipping. Only 9 slots remain.
Wines of the Month is Mackenzie’s monthly wine club. The themes and selections are hers — each month being a different winemaking theme. Wine selections usually pull from our cellar, unreleased wines and from time to time we also include other wines we like!
$125/shipment including all taxes and shipping
Available in 1-, 3-, 6-, or 12-month options — and there are other benefits too!
Upcoming Themes:
October: Piquettes | November: Pét Nats | December: Sparkling
PEC Studio Tour
PEC STUDIO TOUR WEEKEND
SEPTEMBER 24 – 26, 2021 - 10am-5pm
Some studios are open seasonally with Covid-19 protocols in place while others are closed.
Please contact our Artist Members directly for more information.
Kick-Off Party!
Come join the artists at The Drake Devonshire as we start the PEC Studio Tour in style!
Thursday, SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 from 7pm to 9pm
FOOD, MUSIC & LIBATIONS
In the Pavilion
24 Wharf Street Wellington
Plan Your Roadtrip
Browse our brochure or this website before heading out. Pick your favourite from among the 40 artists in 32 locations. Whether you’re interested in wearable art or a one of a kind piece for your home, this Tour’s the one for you.
Not in the market for art? That’s OK. Everyone’s welcome to visit the studios and enjoy the art.
Map your route. Use our brochure or website map or just wind your way through the County until you spot a PEC Studio Tour sign.
Immerse yourself in art. Meet the artists. Observe the creative process. Did you know that most artists are open to taking on a commission? If you can’t seem to find exactly what you are looking for, don’t be afraid to ask.
Enjoy the studios. Have fun!
Follow us on Instagram. Take a selfie with our artists. We’d love to see you – include #PECStudioTour in your post.
BTW, THE PEC STUDIO TOUR IS FREE! Really…you don’t need a ticket.
Founded by artist, Peta Hall, back in 1993, the PEC Studio Tour included only a handful of artists concentrated mainly in the Bloomfield area. Over the years the Tour has spread its artistic wings to include artists in every corner of this creative community.
https://pecstudiotour.com/welcome/
https://pecstudiotour.com/map-of-studios/