Regular readers on my posts will know that I am a lover of well crafted ciders. I love making and drinking ciders (maybe a little too much! 😉 I also love seeing the cider industry gaining ground like it is doing in many parts of the world these days.
Specific to Canada, not only are Canadian grape wines gaining momentum each year but fruit wines and cider in particular is undergoing a revolution across the country.
To celebrate quality artisanal ciders, Chris Haworth who is executive chef of the prestigeous Spencer’s and a long time cider advocate will prepare a 6 course tasting menu specially designed around the very best Ontario Hard Ciders. Guests at the event will include other cider enthusiasts, members of the local media and regular guests of Spencer’s.
If you happen to be in the Toronto, Ontario area near the end of February, this even will be a “must” for any cider lover. It is sure to be an amazing evening. I know that not all of you will be able to attend of course but I still want to get the word out when great events like this spring up.
Here are the details:
Where:
Spencer’s at the Waterfront Burlington www.spencers.ca
When:
Sunday February 27th 2011
Who:
County cider company www.countycider.com
Spirit tree estate cidery www.spirittreecider.com
Sunnybrook farm estate winery www.sunnybrookfarmwinery.com
Twin pines orchards and cidery www.twinpinesorchards.com
Thornbury village cider www.cidercanada.com
Why:
To raise awareness of the local cider products and producers of Ontario.
Breakdown of Evening:
Arrival 5:00pm – canapés and cider based cocktails prepared by sommelier Craig MacClean.
Dinner 5.45pm- 6 courses paired with unique Ontario ciders from ice cider to champagne style cider.
Tickets are only $95 including all drinks tax and tip included. There is room for a maximum 100 guests. This type of event has never been done before in Ontario and this evening will be an inspiring mix- truly showcasing the how great cider is when paired with local food.
See you there!!