Do you miss Canada? Here’s your plan for July 1. It’s July 1. In Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal, the streets are aglow with red and white. Somewhere, someone is grilling; somewhere, fireworks are going off; somewhere, someone is sipping a cold beer on a porch and thinking: This is Canada. And you? You’re in Germany. […]
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That’s what almost everyone says when the topic comes up. And almost everyone is wrong. I’ll admit it: I’ve thought that myself. Canada—that’s maple syrup, hockey, and endless forests. Wine? At most, as a souvenir from Niagara Falls, while you’re freezing on the observation deck. But then, for the first time, I found myself standing […]
June has two weeks when everything is just right—this is one of them Strawberries in June aren’t just a dessert. They’re a choice. Reduce them with balsamic vinegar, deglaze with a splash of red wine, and add fresh thyme, and you’ll get a sauce that no chef would have to invent—it just comes together. Serve […]
The perfect Mother’s Day meal—and a Canadian wine that’s the perfect match Wine from Canada for Mother’s Day—it’s not your typical idea, but it’s one you won’t soon forget. This Chardonnay from the warm St. David’s Bench region on the Niagara Peninsula offers exactly what a classic Mother’s Day meal needs: creamy richness, ripe fruit, […]
1. introduction Canada may be known to many as the land of maple syrup and ice hockey, but it is fast becoming a major player in the world of wine. Canadian viticulture has experienced a remarkable upswing in recent decades, characterised by innovation, quality and the commitment of passionate winemakers. In this article, I would […]





