CALLING ALL WINE ENTHUSIASTS: Three opportunities to taste wine and try Chef Dino’s food pairings

Chef Dino has designed delicious food pairings for these consumer events and will be on hand preparing them at two different BC Liquor Stores. These THREE tastings at the BCLS will sell out quickly as they are outstanding value.

If you are interested in attending, email dana@danalee.biz to purchase a ticket.

An evening with Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico Ambassador Jason Yamasaki leads this celebration of wines from one of Italy’s best-loved regions. Chianti Classico wines are made to be enjoyed with food. Guests at this seminar will experience them at their best, as Jason will lead a guided tasting of the featured wines paired with light fare from Bon Vivant Catering.

1.    Thursday, October 13, 2022 - 39th and Cambie BCLS ( 24 people max)

2.    Thursday, October 20, 2022 – Park Royal BCLS (12 people max)

·         6 – 8 pm

·         Tix are $35

·         6 wines & 3 small courses (appy size)

Courses

1.    Balsamic Glazed Radicchio - fig & prune compote, burrata crostini (vegetarian)

2.    Braised Lamb Ragu - rigatoni, tomato, citrus, fennel

3.    Lemon & Pistachio Biscotti - chocolate drizzle (vegetarian)


An Afternoon of Beaujolais

Located just outside Lyon, the hilly Beaujolais vineyards stretch out from north to south over 55 kilometres. For generations, Beaujolais winemakers have been creating great vintages with Gamay and Chardonnay grapes from their best micro-terroirs. The new generation is bringing their vision of sustainable viticulture, and a twist to winemaking worth discovering. Come join Educator Iain Philip and discover the nuances of some of the appellations and crus of Beaujolais, expertly paired with light cuisine from Bon Vivant Catering.
1.    Saturday, October 22, 2022 ( 24 people max)

·         39th and Cambie

·         Noon – 2 pm

·         Tix are $30

·         6 wines & 2 small courses (appy size)

Courses

1.    Pan Seared Duck - lightly smoked, brown butter gnocchi, cherry jus

2.    Twice Baked Cheese Soufflé - caramelized pears, hazelnuts