Gusto 101

This Southern Italian restaurant with an industrial setting is located in the King West area. Private dining is available at Gusto        and includes YOUR choice of required family style menu for up to 20 people in the barrel-lined wine cellar. Additionally,                breakfast, lunch and dinner is available for private dining and family style menus can be customized in advance. However, a            non-refundable deposit of $150 and minimum spending is required!

101 Portland St.

Toronto, ON

M5V 2N3

Phone: (416) 504-9669

Website: http://gusto101.squarespace.com/

Twitter: @Gusto101TO

Terroni (Adelaide)

Terroni known for its traditional Southern Italian family style menus has 3 Toronto locations. Terroni on Adelaide is located in the financial district. It is a historical courthouse turned restaurant with private dining space for guests up to 50 people. Terroni has 3 different private spaces including the Ufficio for parties up to 14, the Cantina for up to 50 people and the Tinello Alcove can be booked for the winter months for small parties up to 12 people. Larger parties are required to set their menus in advanced.

57A Adelaide St. East

Toronto, ON

M5C 1K6

Phone: (416) 203 3093

Website: http://adelaide.terroni.com/

Twitter: @TerroniTO

REDS Wine Tavern

This chic Toronto restaurant is located in the Financial District on Adelaide Street West. REDS is known for its vast wine          collection, with wines from all over the world. They have 2 private dining rooms, the Bay Room can seat up to 14 guests and       the Adelaide Room can seat up to 30 guests comfortably. REDS offer a canapé and prix fixe menu that use the freshest                 seasonal ingredients.

7 Adelaide St. W

Toronto, ON

M5H 1P9

Phone: (416) 862 7337

Website: http://www.redswinetavern.com/

Table 17

Table 17 is located in the heart of Riverside, just east of Broadview. It is a seasonal European influenced restaurant with a long cocktail list. Table 17 offers a private second floor dining room that can seat 10 to 24 guests. The space has its own powder room, bar and option to add food stations. This private dining room can be booked for brunch, lunch and dinner any day of the week!

782 Queen St. E

Toronto, ON

M4M 1H4

Phone: (416) 519 1851

Website: http://table17.ca/private-dining/

Twitter: @Table17

Lee

Lee, one of the 3 restaurants owned by the World-renowned Chef Susur Lee, offers a delicious fusion menu with Asian and French    influences. Lee’s menu is designed for sharing, making it a top private dining choice. Their private dining room is designed for           special occasions and can accommodate up to 30 guests.

601 King Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M5V 1M5

Phone: (416) 504 7867

Website: http://www.susur.com/lee/

Twitter: @SusurLee

Harbour Sixty Steakhouse

Harbour Sixty a 2013 Diner’s Choice Winner, located downtown Toronto in the historic Harbour Commission Building. Offers a world-class selection of steaks and seafood. Additionally, they have 5 private spaces that can be used for intimate dinner parties or business dinners for up to 50 people.

60 Harbour St

Toronto, ON

M5J 1B7

Phone: (416) 777-2111

Website: http://www.harboursixty.com/

Twitter: @HarbourSixty

Ruby Watchco

Ruby Watchco is located on Queen St. E just south of Leslieville. Inspired by local and farm fresh ingredients, Ruby Watchco offers     a seasonal Canadian menu. They offer a private upstairs dining room, with a four course family style meal for up to 24 guests.

730 Queen St. E

Toronto, ON

M4M 1H2

 Phone: (416) 465 0100

Website: http://rubywatchco.ca/

Twitter: @Cheff_Lynn

Brassaii

Brassaii, Toronto’s sophisticated and cosmopolitan restaurant and lounge is located in the King West area. This sophisticated restaurant offers a Mediterranean inspired menu to guests with a unique palate. Brassaii also has a private dining room that can seat up to 26 people in what they call “The Study.”

461 King St W

Toronto, ON

M5V 1K4

Phone: (416) 598 4730

Website: http://www.brassaii.com/

Twitter: @Brassaii

Enoteca Sociale

This stylish, Italian Wine Bar is Located in the Dundas West Area. It offers a beautiful private wine cellar space for parties of 8 to     14 people. The kitchen lead by Chef Kris Schlotzhauer serves an Italian family style dinner with classic Roman cuisine and a hint     of local influence consisting of salumi, formaggi, antipasti, pasta, secondi and dolci. Dinner ranges from $45- $60 per person.

1288 Dundas St. West

Toronto, ON

M6J 1X7

Phone: (416) 534 1200

Website: http://sociale.ca/

Twitter: @EnotecaSociale

The evening started off with an opportunity for mingling with other guests and Allan Small. There were passed hors d’oeuvres, cheese plates, and a glass of welcome prosecco for everyone to enjoy. Once everyone was seated Allan started his very informative talk about the 5 things that could derail the 2015 markets and how to navigate around these risks.

Proceeding the talk Rosa Forgione was introduced and she led casual wine tasting. She sampled three different wines; 2 reds, and a white wine. She was very personable and went around to every table talking about the wines and asking people how they enjoyed them. The evening was concluded by a final round of hors d’oeuvres and a chance for people to ask Allan some questions and to mingle with the other attendees.

CityEvents was proud to work with Allan Small again in 2015 on his annual client hosting program.  For photos of this event please visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157650374906446/

Allan Small, FMA, FCSI
Senior Investment Advisor
HollisWealth
 http://www.allansmall.com/
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The iYellow Wine Cave opened it’s doors in November 2013 and acts as the iYellow Club House. Currently it is the place where we teach all of our iYellow Wine School Classes and also host visiting Winemakers from all around the world.

iYellow Wine Club was born out of the idea to taste, learn and meet with friends. There were two original founders Ange & Pax who created wine home videos about tasting wine, wine tastings etc. They took people to wine country on bus tours and hosted wine parties. Now years later the club is a place for all who drink and love wine to gather and connect. Wine is magic that can make you rich, that can make you confident, and can be one of the main stays of your life (if you believe there are 5 main things in life: eating, drinking, sleeping, working, playing).

They are a social club of 10,000+ members who taste, learn and meet together and have been doing it since 2006. As a member you will get invited to an exclusive VIP experience in the iYellow Wine Cave, get wine bottles signed by talented Winemakers, and join to taste 100’s of wines from all over the world! Along the way you’ll build your wine confidence, meet new friends and over time become a real wine expert.

The awesome team of iYellow Wine Ambassadors help to build and keep this community running with over 100 classes, tours and events a year and we do it all so that our members have a place to taste, learn and meet together. Maybe you should earn your wine diploma at iYellow Wine School or join for a tour to Prince Edward County, Niagara and even Tuscany!

The iYellow Wine Cave is located steps away from Osgoode subway station on Queen Street West. It has the a back alley way entrance, reminding you of something you might find in Brooklyn New York, the trendiness of downtown Toronto’s Queen West, with the charm of a rustic European wine bar. This underground wine cave venue is an incredible and inviting space, one which you find anywhere else in Toronto – if not the world. When you step inside, there is a feeling of wine country love balanced with an exciting city spirit. The energy is very special and it’s uniqueness is undeniable, plus, there is always lots of wine!

Address:
243 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 1Z4, Canada

Contact:
Media: sarah@iyellowwinegroup.com
Email: info@iyellowwineclub.com
Phone: +1 416.572.3916 Ex 2103

Website:
http://iyellowwineclub.com/meet/iyellow-wine-cave

Written by:
Chiharu Nakatsuka

Just steps away from the train bridge and old station is a two storey home that has been converted into Boxcar Social. A couple of friends got together as young entrepreneurs and decided to make a not so ordinary coffee shop. The staff pays serious attention to their coffee and as per the name, the guys working at Boxcar Social are all extremely friendly, enthusiastic and talkative.

The soon anticipated liquor license will allow for the wine, craft beers, bourbon and scotch to be pulled out and enjoyed at night.

The concept behind Boxcar Social is:

“Do what we love, do it with our friends, and do it really well. Offering a curated, rotating list of coffees from the best roasters in North America, a careful selection of some of the world’s top new-world wines, and interesting craft beers, scotches and bourbons – we strive to create the most unique tasting experience for our customers. And we enjoy every minute of it.”

To differentiate themselves they have a Coffee Club which allows you to receive either Coffee Beans, Espresso Beans or both Espresso and Coffee Beans shipped to your home twice a month for a monthly fee.

Pop in to taste the quality of the coffee, chat with friendly staff, even treat yourself to a chuckle at their witty messages on the outdoor chalkboard and newly added deck patio just in time for summer.

Hours of operation until receiving liquor license are Monday to Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.
When liquor license received the new hours will be Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 12:00 am, Friday and Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 am, and Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.

1208 Yonge Street, Toronto
Email: info@boxcarsocial.ca
Phone: 416-792-5873
Website: www.boxcarsocial.ca

Remember how much fun you used to have on March break; recreate that feeling with exciting events around the city.

Comicon returns this March 10^th and 11^th at the Metro Convention Centre. Comicon is a chance to indulge in all things science fiction, anime, and horror. /www.comicontoronto.com

Enjoy the sumptuous offerings of Toronto’s Wine and Cheese show from March 16-18 at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Road Mississauga. www.towineandcheese.com

Fashion is a lot of things including exciting so partake in the excitement with some of this cities great creative talents at Toronto Fashion Week from March 12-16 at David Pecaut Square. www.worldmastercardfashionweek.com

For the cinephile there is the Toronto Irish Film Festival at the Bell Lightbox on March 9^th and 10^th. Watch great films like the Dreaming of the Quiet Man and Sensation among others. www.tirff.com

Or participate in the many St. Patrick’s Day events happening around the city from St. Party’s Day at the St. Lawrence Market to volunteering for St. Patrick’s Day Run and 5k Walk.

Still have fun this March break, with these exciting events around the city.

Summer time means patios time, and patios time means sun, friends, and good beverage! Here is the must about beverage summer for this summer ! Try it and ENJOY.

Trend 1: Unoaked chardonnays are replacing the big oak wines of the past.

Trend 2: Sauvignon Blanc continues to gain popularity.

Trend 3: More obscure grape varieties like Torrontes, Bonarda, Carmenere, Albarino, Chenin Blanc are being embraced today.

Trend 4: Champagne sales are down, but sales of sparkling wines, such as Spanish Cava, Prosecco, French Cremant, are up. New and innovative cocktails and punches are making great use of these less expensive sparkling wine versions.

Trend 5: Sangria is making a comeback Often mixing in less expensive wines currently on the market. A sangria bar is an increasingly popular change of pace from Bloody Mary bars for brunch and cocktail parties. Cava Sangria, made with the sparkling Spanish Cava wine, for example, is refreshing and great fun to enjoy!

Trend 6: Retro with a twist … Basic cocktails, like martinis, mojitos, margaritas, sidecars, etc. are being revamped with fresh new ingredients such as herbs, spices..etc  The best bars and patios have stainless steel ice cube trays as part of the retro movement however these fixtures are always more hygienic and generally outlive their plastic counterparts.

Trend 7: Novelty is au courant in cocktails today.
Bars are creating contemporary ways to serve traditional cocktails … including, for example, wine popsicles.

Trend 8: Craft beers are hot.
“Beer dinners” are growing in popularity, demonstrating the compatibility of beer with food. Beer is also working its way into cocktails, such as with beer margaritas.

Trend 9: The Slow Food revolution now includes enjoying locally produced beverages.

Trend 10: The popularity of wine and wine-pairing classes is strong and gathering steam! Pairings of wine & cheese, wine & herbs, wine & chocolate are exceptionally strong today.

Four Seasons Hotel Toronto is pleased to to present world-renowned wines from the Halpern Collection, aired with the Innovative Cuisine of Executive Chef Thomas Bellec.  Meet the winemakers over an intimate dinner and an unforgettable dining experience, only at the Four Seasons.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

DAVID LONG – from David Arthur

The history of David Arthur Vineyards and the Long Family in the Napa Valley reaches back to the 1950s but it wasn’t until 1970s when David Long began planting vines on a land acquired by his father. David Arthur’s location and use of estate grown fruit is integral to the full-bodied, complex wines associated with the label. The David Arthur wines are produced with a dedication to crafting dynamic, complex vintages.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

PETER FERGUSSON – from Tenuta di Biserno

Tenuta di Biserno is Lodovico & Piero Antinori’s new joint venture. The brothers consider the winery to represent the pinnacle of all their achievements. Only the very finest grapes are selected for the blend, which is a carefully crafted balance of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and a very small quantity of Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. In the best vintages, Biserno is a wine of depth, intensity, complexity, longevity and elegance. A thought-provoking wine which reflects the terroir and the excellent microclimate of the coastal area of the Upper Maremma.

Dinner 1

Thursday, October 7th

David Lona from David Arthur Wineries

Dinner 2

Thursday, October 14th

Peter Fergusson from Tenuta di Biserno

Reception: 6:30 PM

Dinner: 7:00 PM

Cost: $140 per person (includes four course meal and wine pairings)

Four Seasons Hotel

Complimentary Valet Parking

For more information or to make a reservation

Please call 416-928-7330 or tfs.studio@fourseasons.com

Deb Lewis & Kendra Court host FastLane in May

On May 26, 2009 we invite you to join us at Blu Ristorante for a unique networking event that features wine and chocolate tasting. Fastlane gives attendees the resources and opportunities to meet other young professionals and build relationships.

You’ll have the opportunity to taste a variety of wines from Pinot Noir to Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Grigio to Chardonnay, paired with the flavours of international food appetizers.

Meet principals and winemakers, get introduced to the world of fine chocolate, learn wine education, and entice your palette with amazing wine pairings. Impress your friends and family with your new found wine and chocolate knowledge or bring them with you!

This is your chance to meet young professionals, build relationships and fulfill your career, community, lifestyle and social goals. Join us in May at Blu, a stylish lounge and restaurant, for great food, ambiance and company.

Date: Tuesday, May 26th, 2009
Time: 6:00pm-9:30pm
Location: Blu Ristorante – 17 Yorkville Avenue
http://www.bluristorante.com

Tickets: On-line Advance $25 or $35 at the Door
Drink & appetizers, Gift bags, and Door prizes!

http://secure.gettickets.ca/?event=14849

Remember to buy your tickets soon, as space is limited.

Hosted by: www.torontocityevents.ca and www.GatheringsEventPlanning.com

Join the FastLane Facebook Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups.php?id=512176686&gv=12#/group.php?gid=24694800824
76686&gv=12#/group.php?gid=24694800824

Here are some photos of the event: http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157619208388133/