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Oeno Gallery 3rd Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, January 17th, 2012

On January 21st 2012 the Oeno Gallery will be celebrating its third anniversary at its location adjacent to the Winery and Inn at Huff Estates in Bloomfield. Best known for showing a wide variety of local, Canadian and International contemporary artists in its light filled main building, the Gallery has built a solid reputation in the arts scene in Ontario.

Over the past few years, the Gallery has presented exhibitions of work by senior Canadian abstract artists like Otto Rogers and Louis Jaque and various members of the Royal Canadian Academy such as Edward Falkenberg, Susan Collett and Paula Murray. Recent shows featuring new work by artists Carl Wiens, Alice Teichert, Chris Langstroth, Daniel Hughes, Kim Atlin and Sylvain Louis-Seize have attracted a number of collectors and enthusiasts. The Gallery also exhibits a number of up-and-coming painters, printmakers, and sculptors from across Canada and the United States.

The Oeno Gallery continues to collaborate with other cultural groups, organizing a 50 year retrospective on the career of Graham Metson in partnership with the John M. Parrott Art Gallery and s’posin, a jazz/dance/performance based on Alice Teichert’s paintings, developed with the help of the Quinte Ballet School, the Ontario Arts Council and the Prince Edward County Jazz Festival.

With the help of assistant curator Hri Neil, the Gallery has started dealing in secondary market works, acquiring and selling works by members of the Group of Seven, the Painters Eleven, local artists Manly Macdonald and Tom Mathews and work by other significant Canadian artists.

This past summer marked the launch of Oeno’s Sculpture Garden at Huff Estates, a partnership between the Gallery and Huff Estates. The 3.5 acre sculpture garden, inaugurated on June 25, 2011, features an annual exhibition of outdoor works by over 20 artists. This year, the garden featured work by Shayne Dark, Anne O’Callaghan, Rick Lapointe, Camie Geary Martin, Mark Clark and many others. The works are exhibited against a backdrop of 35,000 perennials, and meandering paths lead to the meditation garden, the rose garden and the pond. A call for new outdoor sculptures is now underway in preparation for the 2012 summer season.

The Gallery hosts many musical performances throughout the year and has been praised for its excellent acoustics. This year it was chosen for the final performance by SuperNova, Canada’s premier chamber music string quartet, during the Prince Edward County Music Festival.

The Gallery begins the 2012 season on January 21st with a dynamic group exhibition, featuring work by many of the gallery artists. Arabella Magazine’s new book on Art, Architecture and Design will be launched at the same time. At the reception, January 21st, 6-8pm, the first limited Sculpture Garden Series wine will be released by Huff Estates – a Sauvignon Blanc. Shayne Dark’s Tanglewood is featured on the label.  Many of the artists will be present, and we hope you can join us to help us celebrate this new season.

Oeno Gallery
2274 County Rd. 1
Bloomfield, Ontario, K0K 1G0
613.393.2216
info@oenogallery.com
www.oenogallery.com

Holidays at the Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards & Estate Winery

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Holiday Wine Special 
We know planning for the holidays can be challenging, so we’re trying to make it a little easier! Here are two perfect pairing wines for the holidays at a merry price!

Victoria Block Chardonnay and Cabernet  – 2 bottles for $30 and we’re adding in a jar of our homemade wine jelly- perfect for holiday cheese plates!

To place orders e-mail us at info@grangeofprinceedward.com

Wine Club Memberships-a unique gift that keeps on giving!
More than just wine delivered to your door 4 times yearly, our wine club gets exclusive access to our newest wines , our back catalogue of wines  and backstage passes to the winery. Like special invitations to cellar and harvest experience free to members. Plus have an open invitation to book tour and tastings for yourself and 4 guests, complimentary tastings every time you visit the winery. To find out more, check out our website: http://grangeofprinceedward.com/wine-club/

Our wines are now available for purchase online!
check it out at: http://grangeofprinceedward.com/the-wines/

Available at the LCBO this Winter

*NEW* Trumpour’s Mill 2009 Riesling
Release october 2011 into LCBO stores across ontario just in time for being poured at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto, it was where it won GOLD as well as Best White in Show! Our Riesling always finishes its fermentation with a little sweetness left over; giving it some body and mouth-feel to go with all of the wonderful fruit, floral and mineral notes. This wine is made from two distinct plantings of Riesling on our farm. From our newest vineyards the Riesling is vibrant and youthful. From our mature blocks we get some dynamic Riesling character; like stone, key lime, petrol and honey suckle. This 2009 Riesling also has a little more residual sugar due to the growing season of the year. As a result it’s a little softer and a little richer than the 2008.

2010 Trumpour’s Mill Pinot Gris
The 2010 Pinot Gris has a gorgeous bright peachy colour.  It has fresh aromas of peaches and apple which follow through on the palette and lead into a rich and spicy finish. It is a great wine to pair with anything from Thai curries to salmon or even orchard fruit desserts. Or perfect to sip on a patio on a summer evening!

2008 Trumpour’s Mill Paint The Town Red
Bursting with the earthy aroma of cherry and strawberry, the bold red fruit notes in our 2008 gamay liners on the palette with a vibrant refreshing finish. Super Versitle, its great paired with turkey at thanksgiving, barbequed pork chops, grilled salmon, charctuerie or pasta dishes with red sauce.

Trumpour’s Mill 2008 Pinot Noir
Our 2008 Pinot is done in a lighter-bodied style. Floral vanilla notes on the nose and a palate that is soft strawberry and cherry with a spicy cranberry finish make this an easy drinking pinot. but with just a hint of earthiness (which will develop with age) this is an ideal wine to pair with things like salmon, duck, charcuterie or brisket.


The Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards & Estate Winery
990 Closson Road, Hillier
613.399.1048
www.grangeofprinceedward.com

Twitter: www.twitter.com/grangewinery
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/GrangeofPE

 

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Christmas in Prince Edward County
Small town charm and artisanal inspiration: Experience holiday shopping this Christmas in Prince Edward County.

Facebook Contest: This season visit Taste the County’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/tastethecounty) for a chance to win daily prizes. Each weekday from November 1st to December 23rdwe will be featuring a retailer from Prince Edward County. Answer a question about their establishment for a chance to win a gift certificate to their store just in time for holiday shopping.

 

The Merrill Inn

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011


“Elegance Enhanced”

Experience the elegance of an historic inn centrally located in Picton, in the heart of Prince Edward County.

The Merrill Inn is nestled amongst Picton’s most elegant and historic mansions. Built in 1878, this stately Inn is architecturally significant for its striking gingerbread and bargeboard trimmed gables.  The “County” is rich with United Empire Loyalist history and is well known as Ontario’s newest wine and culinary destination. The Inn is centrally located in the heart of Picton and within 15 minutes of the wineries of Prince Edward County. Outdoor activities include cycling, hiking, golfing, water sports, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Special Offers for Holiday Gift Giving

  • Dinner from Chef Michael Sullivan -  Dining at the “The Restaurant” is a memorable highlight. Acclaimed chef, Michael Sullivan, has crafted a menu utilizing the best of “The County”, from local produce and cheeses to meats and fish. The Restaurant has been awarded three stars by Toronto Life Magazine as well as a Wine Spectator Magazine Award of Excellence for the last three years.
  • County Specialties in our Gift Shop - The Merrill Inn Gift Store, features “inn made” fine food specialties, County inspired and made bath products and Peta Hall pottery; exclusively made for The Merrill Inn. Gift baskets and gift certificates to the Merrill Inn and Restaurant are also available. Available: Jams and Jellies, Chutney and Salad Dressing, Infused Oils and Vinegars, Breakfast Granola, Cookies and Biscotti, Cheddar Cheese Pennies, Spiced Pecans, Merrill Inn Essentials Collection of locally made bath amenities, etc.
  • Individually decorated Guest Rooms - Each of the Inn’s guestrooms and suites are elegantly furnished with period antiques and luxurious linens befitting of this “Grand Lady of Prince Edward County”.

The Merrill Inn “Ultimate Gift Certificate”

Give the Ultimate Gift this holiday season in Prince Edward County

Overnight accommodation in a Classic or Premium room, three course ala carte dinner in prepared by acclaimed Chef Michael Sullivan, afternoon “County” wine and cheese tasting at the Inn and sumptuous breakfast the following morning.

$279.00/per couple

valid between January 21 – April 8, 2012 (tax and gratuities are extra – must be purchased by December 31, 2011)

 

For more information on the Merrill Inn please visit:

Website:  www.merrillinn.com
Email: merrillinn@bellnet.ca

The Merrill Inn
Innkeepers: 
Edward and Amy Shubert
343 Main Street, Picton, ON, K0K 2T0
613. 476.7451 – 1.866-567-5969

Inn is open daily – Restaurant Hours: Tuesday through Saturday for dinner

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Christmas in Prince Edward County
Small town charm and artisanal inspiration: Experience holiday shopping this Christmas in Prince Edward County.

Facebook Contest: This season visit Taste the County’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/tastethecounty) for a chance to win daily prizes. Each weekday from November 1st to December 23rdwe will be featuring a retailer from Prince Edward County. Answer a question about their establishment for a chance to win a gift certificate to their store just in time for holiday shopping.

 

Moonlight on the Lake B&B, Kitchen and Vineyard

Tuesday, November 1st, 2011

“An invitation to a party and serendipity brought us to beautiful Prince Edward County.”

Owners: Suzanne Lafrance and André Giroux
“An invitation to a party and serendipity brought us to beautiful Prince Edward County. After 30 some years in hospitality and owning restaurants, a second life as operators of a B&B was a natural outcome. Our property on Huyck’s Point Road in Wellington, on the shores of Lake Ontario, is pure joy to our lives and provides me with daily inspiration in my cooking and baking, a continuance of my career as a chef outside the restaurant arena. Therefore, our home has become a destination as Moonlight on the Lake B&B, Moonlight’s Kitchen and our vineyard of 650 vines.”

Christmas Specialties
October and November are marathon baking months: traditional treats such as mincemeat, brandied fruitcakes, both aging as we speak, French Canadian tourtières of different flavors, this summer’s sweet and savory preserves and many more items.

Special Events
My delicious treasures will be available for purchase at three upcoming markets: Wassail’s weekends of Nov.26-27 and Dec. 3-4 at The Inn, at Huff Estates Winery, and Busy Hands, Dec. 10-11, above the Picton’s Books and Co. bookstore. Or take a scenic drive and pop in…A call beforehand to ensure that I am home is a good idea.

Year Round
Some of my products are seasonal, and some are available all the time. Our place is a beehive of activities: gardening, tending to our vines, cooking, winemaking, hosting our many B&B guests and some great cross country skiing when winter cooperates. Guests are welcome to take part in these experiences in our package offerings of cooking classes, girls time out at the spa, vineyard seasonal care and with luck, Xcountry in the back woods to a nearby winery. Of course, coming for pure relaxation without any agenda, is also encouraged!

For more information on Moonlight on the Lake B&B, please visit Website: www.Moonlightonthelakebb.com
Email:  moonlightbb@hotmail.ca

Moonlight on the Lake B&B, Kitchen and Vineyard
410 Huyck’s Point Road, Wellington – Tel: 613-399-5253

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Christmas in Prince Edward County
Small town charm and artisanal inspiration: Experience holiday shopping this Christmas in Prince Edward County.

Facebook Contest: This season visit Taste the County’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/tastethecounty) for a chance to win daily prizes. Each weekday from November 1st to December 23rdwe will be featuring a retailer from Prince Edward County. Answer a question about their establishment for a chance to win a gift certificate to their store just in time for holiday shopping.

COUNTYLICIOUS IS BACK FOR FALL 2011

Tuesday, October 25th, 2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Celebrate autumn by treating your taste buds! If you love fine dining, plan on being overwhelmed during Countylicious (November 2-26), when eleven of Prince Edward County’s top restaurants take part in the County’s favourite culinary promotion featuring $30 and $35 prix fixe menus. (Please note beverages, taxes and gratuity are additional and reservations are recommended.)

Dinner menus, created by participating chefs exclusively for Countylicious, include a starter, entrée and dessert and will feature local and seasonal products.  Participating restaurants are: Amelia’s Garden at The Waring House, Gazebo Restaurant at Waupoos Estates, The Bloomfield Carriage House Restaurant, The Inn at Huff Estates, Tall Poppy Café, The Devonshire, Inn on the Lake, Blumen Garden Bistro, Clara’s at the Claramount, Inn & Spa, East and Main Bistro, The Merrill Inn, and The View Dining Room at the Picton Golf & Country Club.

Make your Countylicious experience more than just a gastronomic adventure by taking advantage of some of Ontario’s finest hospitality with Countylicious accommodation packages. Stay overnight and start your Christmas shopping early by supporting one of countless artisans, and unique local retailers. See website for details.

Come for Countylicious, stay for Wassail! Every weekend from November 24th to December 3rd, many wineries and cideries will be blazing with festive lights and festooned with holiday cheer in celebration of Prince Edward County’s annual Wassail celebration. Shop for friends, family and corporate gifts, take in art exhibits, walk the vineyards and sample tempting treats while giving toasts of “good health”.

For more information regarding Countylicious, visit www.countylicious.ca or call 613.393.2796 or 866.845.6644. For Wassail information visit http://thecountywines.com/pecwaannualeventsc16.php

 

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Christmas in Prince Edward County

Small town charm and artisanal inspiration: Experience holiday shopping this Christmas in Prince Edward County.

Facebook Contest:

This season visit Taste the County’s facebook page (www.facebook.com/tastethecounty) for a chance to win daily prizes. Each weekday from November 1st to December 23rdwe will be featuring a retailer from Prince Edward County. Answer a question about their establishment for a chance to win a gift certificate to their store just in time for holiday shopping.