It’s no secret that beer has a long history of being brewed in regions of the world where the weather is harsh and nutritious grains are grown to sustain people through long, cold winters.
As we settle into winter, I find that my taste for certain foods and beverages changes with the drop in temperature. The last thing I feel like right now is a cold salad with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. I want warm, hearty meals that I can enjoy with bold and full red wines or […]
Well, the holiday season is soon upon us. Working in the wine business, we actually start planning for Christmas at the end of the summer. This foresight is key to ensuring that the wine shop is fully stocked with new and interesting products, as well as our old favourites for gift giving and enjoying at the […]
It was nearing 9 am on a dreary Sunday morning a few weeks ago when the first beer bottle cap came off with a hiss. There were about 20 of us gathered for an all day beer training session with Mirella Amato, Canada’s only Master Cicerone. A cicerone is akin to a sommelier and a […]
As part of our efforts to grow as a wine business and bring back unique products and ideas to Nova Scotia, our team routinely travels around the globe to walk through vineyards, find new products, seek out trends, and meet our colleagues in the industry. Last week, members of our team hopped on a plane […]
If you really want to shake things up this year why not try pairing some amazing, flavourful wines with your Super Bowl snacks? We’re open until midnight Friday and Saturday nights so let our friendly store staff help you find the perfect bottle for the day. In the meantime, here are a few suggestions to get your taste buds in shape:
We might be known around town for selling rare finds and special wines, but did you know that we've got over 250 wines that are under $25? That's a lot of amazing, value wines in one little shop.
It’s official: the holidays are coming.
