rge rd umamu estate dinner thursday
Taste five premium Umamu wines from Margaret River, Australia, with a stellar menu by chef Blair Lebsack—west coast seafood, Wagyu beef—6:30pm, Thursday, July 28. The dinner is in the Larder (The Butchery, 12229 107 Avenue) and there will be a zoom with Colin Bell, Umamu’s vineyard manager and the 2018 Viticulturist of the Year. Cellar-worthy wines will be available for purchase as well. Tix: $185/p+.
wine ice cream? yaay!
Two of your favourite things, together at last. The Garneau Block wine agency and Made by Marcus Ice Cream have collaborated on Little Fluffy Clouds ice cream, made with Prince Edward County’s Trail Estate’s sparkler of the same name. Think deliciously refreshing elderflower and lemon, one day only, Saturday, July 23 from 11am-4pm (or until sold out) at Wilfred’s, 10429 121 Street. $1 from each pint is donated to the Mustard Seed.
help wanted at aligra
Aligra Wine & Spirits in West Edmonton Mall is looking for responsible wine lovers who want to pick up a few shifts (16-30 hours a week). Perfect for a wine enthusiast who wants to learn more and who would thrive in wine retail environment. Yes, there is a staff discount. Wine knowledge (WSET or experience in wine retail) is preferred, a great attitude is a must. Contact Alison with a resume.
tomato top100: happy camel’s pitas
The Happy Camel Israeli-style pitas, so nice and puffy, are a must try. Find at Bountiful and Old Strathcona Farmers’ Markets and at their shop on the east side of Callingwood Mall (6404–177 Street) along with delicious hummus, dips and salads.
recipe of the week: smitten kitchen’s ricotta
The simplest and best recipe for home-made ricotta, in our opinion.
