Service was great, but the menu was very deconstructed. Everything was separate and the sides were…read morea little expensive. When I'm paying $15 for a crab dip, I don't want to see Ritz crackers. The half chicken was delicious. The potato salad was had small potatoes and fingerling potatoes, not what I expected. I do like that they do separate bills for large groups tho. The food was good and all, but I'm not sure I'd go back.

We had our wedding dinner for 24 friends at Paradise Grapevine Winery and it was magical. We…read moreplanned the whole thing remotely, so we put our trust in Devin to make it happen. He understood the assignment--helping us plan the menu, select wines, and coordinate the florals--and it really put us at ease. When we arrived, the Paradise team had transformed their production space into an intimate dining room, it was perfect. The food was great and the wine was delicious. The whole evening felt like a dinner party at home with friends, where 8 hours flies by just chatting, drinking and playing cards. It was the best, Paradise Grapevine is the best.

Purchased the Spanish Trío blend for my Spanish father for his birthday, which we bottled just in…read moretime for Father's Day. The wine is excellent. We also had a chance to try one of their whites -- also fantastic. I was very impressed with the facility, super clean, organized, and very comfortable for the bottling, which we did in 15 minutes . The bottling equipment was state of the art, so it was quick and easy to bottle our wine. And also outstanding were the two ladies that helped us -- just lovely. A gem in the neighborhood.

The staff is SO friendly and personable... not to mention the wine and coffee is great! Love their…read morehappy hour :)

On a cold but wonderfully sunny afternoon, we chose to arrange a wine tour at Magnotta Winery. We…read morewere fortunate enough to be led by the amazingly kind and incredibly knowledgeable Michael Ber, Assistant Manager of Retail and Events. The tour was fantastic for SO many reasons... Upon our arrival we were led to the beautiful and bright Awards room, housing the endless awards won by Magnotta for wine and spirits at events all over the continent and beyond. Michael asked questions to narrow down our likes and dislikes, the preliminary to our wine tasting. More about that later :) Our first stop was an information-filled walk-through of the machinery area where the wines are produced and bottled. From there we continued into the basement's Barrel Room where hundreds and hundreds of barrels of wine are stored. Old winemaking machinery added perfectly to the decor, creating an almost museum-like element. The decor all throughout the winery is old-world Italian style which created an authentic, peaceful mood from one space to the next. Once the tour was over, we were invited back into the Awards Room for the fun part... the wine tasting portion of the tour. It was then that each of us was given our personally curated flights consisting of 3 wines to try, each specific to our indicated preferences. We also opted for the complementing charcuterie board and focaccia bread (at a low additional cost) that truly brought out some of the more complex flavors of the wines being sampled. I would recommend this winery and wine tour for anyone who wants to fine tune their wine preferences and flavor profiles. We were never rushed, all questions were answered, and we left far more educated about the world of wine than we ever could have expected! It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon and a great reason to indulge in some fantastic wine... not like anyone needs a reason for that!!! Pros: - Location (easy-to find industrial area near major highways) + free parking - Staff (professional & friendly) - Ambiance/Decor - Selection of wines - Taste of wines & food - Prices (of wines, tour & food) Cons: - None

I never knew this Winery was close to home! Lucky enough to do a small tour via a meetup group, we…read moregot to see the distillery, the barrels (I swear that room looks like some Freemason secret society room!) and have some wine tastings with chocolate. We even tried one if their Vidal Ice Wines - oh my - how absolutely delicious! The staff are all friendly and can direct you to some great wines if you ask. They do not sell at the LCBO so the prices are about 40% cheaper than if they did. They have a great variety, including some beers (they have a brewery on deck). Definitely be back as I saw quite a few interesting wines. They even have their own vodka and brandy.

We went to do wine tasting here and everything is amazing. From the in house sommelier explaining…read moreall the kinds of wine, to the charcuterie board that looks divine and lastly the ambience of this place takes my breath away.

Visited Willow Springs during November for a Markham Dog Alliance event. I had no idea we had a…read morelocal winery and that it was pet friendly. The grounds are beautiful, great place for a winery, to take pictures and host an event. Parking is limited, but it works. The main building had the wine stating and they also serve snacks and small bites which is a plus when tasting wines. I can definitely picture coming here to enjoy a tasting and having so small bites. A huge plus is it being pet friendly. I love being able to enjoy this place with my little fluff!

Great shop for all things wine (and they are sometimes open on holidays when the LCBO is closed!)…read more Staff is super friendly, right when you walk in they greet you and are willing to help. They have beautiful glassware and wine accoutrements, so if you need a gift for someone on your list who loves wine, just stop by here and you're good to go. I got gifted wine glasses from my husband from here, they are pink ombre and just beautiful.

We & our social club committee at 1166 Bay Street want to thank Laura for a fabulous first class…read moreevening of wine tasting & food pairing at our condo. You and your amazing team were so knowledgable, fun and charming. Your presentation was right out of Food & Wine Magazine. The delicious preserves on the cheese, the beet humus and the decadent chocolate covered strawberries, along with the wonderful wines enhanced our taste buds & added to the tasting experience. Everyone who attended remarked how much they enjoyed themselves. We appreciate all the little extras you did for us. From the extra glasses, extra cheese, French bread, tasty lemonade rose sangria, and the left over wine...made us look like professional event planners Laura, we want to thank you for going the extra mile in helping us make our first inaugural social club event a big success!! Cheers Andrea & Lorraine

Visited Adamo Estate Winery in Mono. The space is warm and welcoming, and it felt relaxed without…read morebeing too quiet. Excuse the half-eaten pasta photo, I didn't wait long before digging in. The pasta was fresh and cooked perfectly. Not too soft and not too firm. Simple, well balanced, and easily one of the best dishes of the visit. I would absolutely order it again. The charcuterie board stood out for its variety of unique cheeses. Wines were smooth and easy to drink. I also tried a cappuccino from the café menu and it was rich and comforting. They offer outdoor globe dining on weekends, which is a nice option if you're looking for something a bit different. I'd come back again, especially in the summer when the vineyard views are in full swing.

We were staying in the Caledon area and decided to check out a local vineyard since we had time. I…read morepicked Adamo since they allowed walk in and didn't know exactly what time we could get here. There's a nice seating area near the vineyards outside. We ordered a bottle of their estate Pinot Noir. I'm not a wine connoisseur by any means but it was pretty good. The prices were pretty marked up though. I think I would check out other vineyards first.

The Speakcheasy is one of my favourite spots for a date night or a night with friends. The space is…read moreso cozy and their events are always so well done! I have been to Mother's Day tea, scotch tasting, a murder mystery, wine and cheese pairings, a New Years Cheese tasting, a Halloween themed event and others. Be sure to keep your eye on their monthly events, they sell out quickly!

Oh. My. Goodness. I am RAVING about this place. I went on a mother daughter date with my mum…read more We got the French Onion Soup, and the Classic Fondue. It was the perfect amount of food and it was incredible. I would also recommend the Speak Mimosa I would recommend making a reservation after 7pm, just to be safe. The waitress was friendly, checked in, but didn't linger. I've been to the Melting Pot before - and it does NOT compare. It was priced as expected - it's not a fast food restaurant and it's worth every dollar. (Two soups, the classic fondue, two drinks and tips was just shy of $100). I've attached a poorly taken photo - we were too excited to eat it to get a picture in time.

Had a great time walking into a tasting event. Plenty of delicious cheese paired with a variety of…read moretheir whites, reds, sparkling, and even icewine. The staff were all very welcoming. The L'Acadie (good amount of sweetness, pairs well with spicy food) and their 2019 Chardonnay were my favourites. There's a cozy outdoor space that has firepits and tables with a small food menu. We already had plenty of cheese and had dinner later, so we only tried their soup. Hot soup is extra tasty when you're outside in the cooler weather!

I love everything about Georgian Hills Vineyards…read more Driving up to the tasting room, I had my doubt as it looks like a small shed. But it is nicely decorated with tasting bar area if you want a tasting sampler and an outdoor/indoor area if you want to have a flight or a glass with cheese platter. $5 would get you 5 samples: Dry Cider, White, Red, Rose and Iced wine. I am also impressed with their selections and quality. Dry Cider ($9.95) is so easy drinking and their Iced cider (pear/apples) so delicious. And if you end up buying a bottle, the tasting fee would be waiver. Staff is friendly and welcoming. Worth dropping by for a visit if you are in the Collingwood area.

This was one of my favourite DIY experiences ever. My wine-making process was fast, fun, and best…read moreof all, easy. The entire process starts online where you pick your wine and select your yeast pouring appointment. This involves going into the store for literally a minute to pour that yeast into your product. Next, I simply waited about a month before I was able to come in and bottle my wine. This process was my favourite part. When you come in for your bottling appointment, they have your bottles all sterilized and you proceed to the bottling station. The first step is to fill your bottle with wine. Next, you move to the corking station (fully automated) where you place it in the machine and it corks the bottle in a second. You then want to add the decorative cap on the mouth of the bottle (you can select from a variety of colours) and you seal it by blow-drying it. Afterwards, you would apply the sticker label of your choice to your bottle. And voila! You have your 30 bottles of wine ready to take home. I think what stood out most about this place is how easy the entire process was and how insightful and courteous the staff here was. It was an enjoyable experience and I highly recommend others to try!

As of June 1st, they've closed/ locked doors at all 4 locations and cancelled bottling…read moreappointments, despite having a pay when ordered, not bottled policy. Even as recently as end of May they were selling orders and presumably, collecting cash for wine that would be ready in July.