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Events & more 2014

Today on the blog I decided to share some great events that are coming to the great city of Toronto within the next couple of months …yikes September 13th is our next event, where has the time gone?

I have attended a couple of beauty events in the past and I’m excited to re-visit my favourite ones and explore some new ones. Let us know which events you’ll be at, so we can mingle and all that jazz  🙂 and FYI all images obtained for this post are from the event website themselves.

Blog Podium: Saturday September 13th, Toronto
BlogPodium
BlogPodium
is back my fellow Canadian bloggers. BlogPodium as the blog says itself is a “series of conferences and small workshops designed to connect people together, encourage collaboration and sharing.” This event is aimed to lure in Design and Lifestyle bloggers on all different levels. With a great list of speakers, sponsors and an agenda that will rock you off the craddle there was no second guessing when I purchased my ticket. See ya there!

Toronto Vintage Clothing Show: Saturday, September 20th, Toronto
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IMATS: Saturday and Sunday November 22-23, Toronto
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IMATS is back in all of her glory. Expect two more fun filled days with great makeup vendors, speakers and goodies that will have you in a beauty coma.  Tickets are reasonably priced at $35 per day and last year there was a $50 for two day bundle. Check out the floor plan and list of exhibitors here. See you there!

We will still be lurking around to see what other events will be hosted in Toronto that will inspire the blog. We cannot stress the benefits of attending these events (regardless if you are a blogger or not). Networking is an important tool that benefits any person’s life, whether it’s for business or personal reasons.

Let us know if there are any exciting events that we’ve missed. (big or small we love them all) Happy Tuesday 🙂

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Red Wine 101

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For those of you who know me, you know I can’t resist a good glass of red wine. Oddly, my go to house favourite is an Ontario blend called Maria Christina. An inexpensive light bodied wine which pairs perfectly with spicy chicken (aka my favourite dish). However, I pick up a bottle
of delicious Chilean or Australian wine here and there as a treat or for guests.

Today I touch bases on simple red wine 101, great food pairings and simple knowledge on 4 main grapes for red wine. What exactly are you drinking? Find out here.

Shiraz / Syrah
Shiraz
I personally call it Shiraz just like the Australians, our down South African friends and fellow North Americans but the French like to refer to it as Syrah. Same grape, two different names- how special. Traditionally, Shiraz is defined as a medium to full body wine, extremely rich and bold in flavours. Flavours usually range from blackcurrant, cherry, blackberry, peppers, dark chocolate and smoke,

With flavours so bold and rich, a highly concentrated Shiraz is a perfect match for grilled meats/veggies, well seasoned red meats, beef wellington, beef stew, veal and meat lovers pizza.

LCBO top 5 Shiraz selections
Mitchell Mcnicol Shiraz, 2004 – South Australia, Australia $44.95
Journey’s End Shiraz, 2007 – Stellenbosch, South Africa, $19.95
Schild Estate Shiraz, 2010 – South Australia, Australia $24.95
Hartenberg Shiraz, 2007- Stellenbosch, South Africa, $28.85
Chapel Hill Shiraz, 2010 –South Australia, Australia, $25.95

Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Sauvignon
Of course, my favourite but also widely recognized world wide. Mostly produced in France, Chile, Australia, US and Argentina, Cab sauvignon typically is a full bodied red wine infused with delicious dark fruit flavours. Similiar to shiraz with blackberry, cherry but also include a flavour profile of plums, tobacco and warm spice.

Cab sauvignon pairs nicely with red meats, red sauce pastas, lamb, mild to moderate cheese, dark chocolate, bitter vegetables such as eggplant, arugula and radicchio. If your Cabernet Sauv is ‘younger in age’, it will do great with grilled BBQ dishes.

LCBO top 5 Cab Sauvignon selections
Hedges Family Estate Red, 2011 – Washington, US $32.95
Justin Cabernet Sauvignon,2011 – California, US $36.95
Stags’ Leap Winery, Cabernet Sauvignon, 2011 – California, US $44.95
Fowles Wine The Exception, 2010- Victoria, Australia $24.95
Jim Barry The Cover Drive, 2010 –South Australia, Australia, $26.95

Merlot
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Cab Sauvignon, Merlot is actually delicious and well recognized. Mostly grown in France, Italy and United States, Merlot flavours range from black cherry, raspberry , plum and often has hints of cedar, mocha and vanilla.

Merlots pair great with a well seasoned chicken dish, duck, burgers, tenderloin and pork. Wine experts advise Merlot drinkers to stray away from fish dishes, earthy greens and spicy food as it may defeat the taste of the wine.

LCBO top 5 Merlot selections
Stags’ Leap Winery Merlot, 2010 – California, US $39.95
Beringer Merlot, 2010 – California, US $34.95
PlanetaSito Dell’ulmo Merlot, 2008 – Sicily, Italy $39.95
Burrowing Owl Merlot, 2010 – British Columbia, Canada $41.95
Stratus Merlot, 2008 – Ontario, Canada $42.20

Pinot Noir
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Known to be a difficult grape to grow, Pinot Noir is a lighter-medium bodied fruity red wine. Originally from France, today Pinor Noir can be grown in areas such as California, Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Germany and Spain. A dry red, Pinot Noir is a fruit forward red with flavours ranging from strawberry, raspberry and black berry. Also prepare to taste hints of mushroom, spice and cinnamon.

Pinot Noirs pairs well with pork roasts, chicken in cream sauce dishes, grilled salmon or teriyaki based meals. Focus on rich sauces and stuffing when preparing your meals or glazed chickens or salmons. Duck is also great to pair with Pinot Noir, especially the breast. Because Pinor Noir is very aromatic, it is able to mingle with a wide range of flavours. Unlike a lot of red wines we listed above, PN will match well with fatty fish.

LCBO top 5 Pinot Noir selections
Norman Hardie County Unfiltered Pinot Noir, 2012 – Ontario, Canada $35.00
Le Clos Jordanne Village Reserve, 2011 – Ontario, Canada  $30.00
Kenneth Volk Santa Maria Cuvee, 2008 – California, US $31.00
Michel Picard Volnay, 2010 – Burgundy, France $34.25
Tawse Quarry Road Pinot Noir, 2009 – Ontario, Canada $34.95

So ladies and gents, what’s your red of choice?

 

 

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Let’s Party with Beadles Bracelets

I love getting the gals (and at times gents) together. There is no greater feeling than being       surrounded  by great company, indulging in delicious food and just simply enjoying the moment. If you often find yourself as the “host” you know the options are at times limited. What can I do to spice up the party or make it a little different?

Thankfully, Amanda and I have a solution for that. Beadles Bracelets comes to any event of all sizes and styles. Charity galas, intimate gatherings, fundraisers, you name it- Beadles is there.

We customize our selection to your desire, set up, clean up and bring delicious treats. All you have to do is put on your best party dress on- we do all the work.

Visit Beadles Bracelets and fill out the parties form, we’d love to attend your next event! Hurry though, space is limited. 🙂
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Hope you all have a cheerful day 🙂 !

 

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Christmas to do list: 4 days to go!

Christmas-to-do-listsSanta isn’t the only one making a list and checking it twice! We are only four sleeps away from Christmas Eve and at this very moment we are scrambling around to ensure all is done. The question is, what needs to be done?

 4-2 Days before Christmas to do list :
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–       Purchase non-perishable food items needed for any dishes you will be making
–       Purchase fresh ingredients (2 days) prior to Christmas for any dishes you will be making
–       Stock the bar
–       Deep clean the home (if you are hosting Christmas)
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–       Clean platters, serving dishes, tableware and utensils- make sure all the dishes have a           “home”.
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Happy holidays & Merry Christmas everyone.
 
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