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features departments Tony Aspler has been writing about wine Celebrity chef Anna Olson is host of Bake for over 30 years. He was the wine with Anna Olson, which airs on Food Agnes Etherington Gallery 6 Outdoor Pursuits 10 columnist for the Toronto Star for 21 years Network in Canada and follows on the and has authored 14 books on wine and heels of her successful series Sugar and Wines of the Minervois 14 Anna's Kitchen 13 food, including The Wine Atlas of Canada, Fresh with Anna Olson, which has aired in Vintage Canada, The Wine Lover Cooks Music & Beyond Festival 28 The French Connection 18 40 countries worldwide. She has authored and Travels With My Corkscrew. One of seven bestselling cookbooks, including her 4 6 Parkwood Estate 44 Favourite Things 33 Tony’s latest books is The Definitive most recent book, Back to Baking. Canadian Wine & Cheese Cookbook (with Port Hope Jazz Festival 48 Ryan's Eye: Decorating 36 chef Gurth Pretty). with Wallpaper food & drink Great Reads 42 When Deborah Melman-Clement isn’t eating Michael Pinkus started food and drinking wine, she’s usually OntarioWineReview.com (now Wine 101: A Beginner's Guide 4 The Last Bite 56 writing about them. An award-winning MichaelPinkusWineReview.com) in March Lamb & Swordfish Brochettes 32 journalist, editor, copywriter and broadcaster 2005; a website devoted to the love, enjoyment and promotion of Ontario Recipe based in Kingston, ON, Deborah writes for the Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star and for Wines. Today, he tastes wines from all over Wine & Music Pairings 40 clients across Canada and the U.S. the world, is president of the Wine Writers Circle of Canada and has won a few awards 10 44 for his writing along the way. 24 Fashion/Jewellery/Gifts KitchenCraft Cabinetry 21 Cornerstone Art & Craft 8 The County Fireplace Co. 24 Dragonfly 7 Zest Kitchen 31 Will Ryan is a graduate of the Ontario The former literacy co-ordinator for the Strutt Fashion Boutique 48 College of Art & Design with 45 years of Toronto District School Board, Anne ad listing The Blue House 38 Legal Jules Custom Framing 38 Baldwin Law 9 experience in interior design in both Preston is now retired and living contently residential and commercial. He was part in The County. She is currently the chair of Accommodation/Dining Soirée 33 Real Estate owner of the iconic Toronto store Anything the Written Word Committee of the Prince Williams Hotels IF Financial Chestnut Park 55 Goes on Avenue Road. He has lived in Edward County Arts Council and employed Art/Art Galleries Ashley Barratt Accounting 46 Chestnut Park - Dee McGee/Gail Forcht 53 Canton, ON, since 1998 and his current at Books & Company in Picton, ON. You Engine Gallery 48 Eric Reynolds Chartered Accountant 8 Chestnut Park - Fionna Barrington 54 PEC Studio Tour 38 Scotia McLeod 47 Royal LePage - Elizabeth Crombie 53 project is the renovation of the Walton Hotel can find her at the bookstore most Sundays Rednersville Road Art Tour 9 Fine Foods/Catering Royal Lepage - Lee Caswell 53 in Port Hope. happily shelving books. SideStreet Gallery 37 Miss Lily's Café 1 Remax 54 Upper Canada Art Consulting 8 Harden & Huyse 39 Remax - Peter Stewart 54 John M. Parrott Art Gallery 35 Kingston Olive Oil Co. 24 Summer Village Cottages 43 Quinte Arts Council 34 Maison Depoivre 29 Travel/Tourism Gallery One Twenty One 34 Sans Souci 20 Kingston.ca IB The Robert McLaughlin Gallery 17 World's Finest Chocolate 19 Sandbanks Tours 25 Westben 16 Hy-Tea 33 Parkwood National Historic Site 17 FROM THE EDITOR Open Studio Art Café 33 Books BDIA 35 L'Auberge de France 35 Books & Company 1 Municipality of Durham 17 and lamb brochettes a shot, washed down Where to Stay & Eat 47 hello summer! Check out Great Reads to find out what Furby House Books 7 Municipality of Clarington 17 with some County wines. Culture vultures should be on your reading list this summer. Scugog Shores Museum Garden/Landscaping 17 As the new editor of Grapevine should take a drive to Parkwood Estates If you’re new to the world of wine, our Culture & Entertainment A&B Precast 11 The Belleville Club 34 Magazine, I want to say “hello” to our in Oshawa, to enjoy its splendid art deco Wine Beginner’s 101 is full of insightful ClearWater Design 11 Wentworth Landscaping 20 Hosking Motorsports 12 Vehicle Sales/Service existing readers and to welcome new interior and wonderful gardens, or a visit to advice. Where ever you travel this summer, Red Ball Radio 41 Health & Wellness Competition Motors 9 readers from Durham and Ottawa. It is my the Agnes Etherington Gallery in Kingston, take a Grapevine Magazine with you and Body Shop Training Co. 12 Warkworth Golf Club 43 privilege to announce a further increase in whose summer show offers no less than five enjoy the sunshine! Paul Lafrance Design 33 Home Furnishings/Décor Wine Casa Dea 13 our print run, this time to 30,000 copies. exhibitions. Having feasted your eyes, let James Reid Fine Furnishings 16 Education Closson Chase 27 After a long hard winter and a slow start your ears enjoy the Port Hope Jazz Festival Happy reading! Metaphor Home 45 Albert College 21 Devil's Wishbone 41 to spring many of us will be desperate for this September, but do read our article on Loyalist College 39 Home Improvement Huff Estates 29 a taste of outdoor activities and getting Wine and Music Pairings before you go. Melissa Northumberland Montessori School 19 Kingsmill Kitchens 23 Norman Hardie Back the BBQ back into action. Give swordfish Planning a relaxing time at the cottage?

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A Beginner’s Guide To by Tony Aspler understand

here are no standards of taste tasting. You can tell 90% about a wine by off-odours you can begin to praise its virtues. in wine, cigars, poetry, prose, smelling it. The only thing you can’t tell is Take a small amount in your mouth and wine you etc. Each man’s own taste is how long the flavour will last in the mouth. let it cover your palate because you taste ‘ the standard, and a majority Your palate, by comparison, is a blunt different aspects of the wine on different have to vote cannot decide for him or instrument; it only records five basic tastesparts of your tongue. You experience in Tany lightest degree affect the supremacy – sweet, sour, bitter, salt and fifth taste calledsweetness on the tip of the tongue, salt on of his own standard.’ umani, a Japanese term for a salty-sweet the sides of the tongue, sourness (acid) and taste it. These are the words of Mark Twain, taste like soy. bitterness (tannin) at the back of the mouth written in 1895, when it seemed women To show you how powerful your nose is, and on the gums. didn’t drink wine or smoked cigars – but the you need only 400 molecules of a substance Because the sweet sensors are on the tip " essence of his thought holds true today. Even to smell it but you need 25,000 molecules of your tongue your immediate impression for the neophyte raising his or her first glass dissolved in your saliva to taste it. So, if we of the wine will be the sweetness of the of wine the personal palate reigns supreme. only register five tastes on our tongues, how fruit but as it works its way to the back of What you like is what you like. But this do we tell the difference between lobsters the palate you will experience the freshness doesn’t mean there are not some objective and, say, strawberries? of the acidity and – in young red wines - a standards by which wine can be judged. The taste buds on our tongues transmit coarseness from the tannins. (Tannin is a To understand wine you have to taste it. those five basic tastes up our nasal passagenatural bitter compound in the pits, stalks That might sound axiomatic but there is a to tiny hairs at the top of our nose which and skins of grapes and acts as a preservative. technique to tasting that will enhance the decode them into all the flavours we know. Red wines have more tannins than whites sensory pleasure that a fine wine affords. If your nose is blocked or if you have a cold, because they are made by macerating the Most people want to get the wine in you won’t taste properly. (Try this yourself. skins of black grapes with the fermenting their mouth as soon as possible but there Pinch both nostrils closed and take a sip of juice to extract colour.) is much you can tell by the sight and smell wine, swallow and hold your nose for five A great wine will be harmonious in that before the wine even enters the mouth. seconds. Then release, take a breath and all its elements – fruit, acidity, alcohol and First of all, study the colour. Is it bright, is you’ll find you’re only able to tasteif when barrel-aged, oak - are in balance. And the it clean, is it something you want to lift up your nose is clear.) mark of a truly great wine is how long its to your face? Any browning in the colour of Next, swirl the wine in the glass to unlock flavour lingers on the palate. either a white or a red wine will tell you that the bouquet and take tiny sniffs. You will, Finally, here’s a tip that professional wine there has been some oxidation (like leaving involuntarily, begin to salivate. The glands tasters practice: suck in air when the wine a cut apple exposed to air). Swirl the wine in your mouth will secrete saliva. The acid is in your mouth and you will get a more and watch the colourless liquid that coats the in the wine triggers this response. A dry concentrated taste. Just as you get more side of the glass slide down to the level of wine with good acidity will make you feel bouquet by swirling the wine in the glass, by the wine in a series of tears. This is a visual hungry; that’s why canny hosts will serve a sucking in air you will get more flavour. But aspect of alcohol: the thicker and slower dry white wine as an aperitif before a meal to maybe this is something you should practice moving those tears, the higher the alcohol. stimulate your appetite. in the bath first. The French call this effect ‘legs.’ The Swirl again and take deep sniffs. To Germans call it ‘church windows’ - which appreciate a wine you start off looking for speaks to a different national perspective on faults. Is the wine ‘corked’ (smelling like a these matters. damp basement’) or oxidized (sherry-like Next, the nose. Your nose is your most smell in whites or prune-like in reds). Once important organ – when it comes to wine you’ve established that the wine is free of Image by DollarPhotoClub to the emergence of psychology in the later 1880's and Summer Agnes Etherington questions relating to the meaning of ...starts here identity. Pieces by Pau- Portraits for Summer? Collections line Johnson and Martha Eetak ref- . . . Red Coral by Orbi Montblanc photographs courtesy of Agnes Etherington Gallery erence the relation- . . . Neon Buddha ship of clothing . . . Cut Loose gnes Etherington greets meanings of the term portrait. Alternative and identity. John- ...and so much more! her visitors with a surreal modes of thinking as to what a portrait ac- son’s father was a facade of contrasting archi- tually is or might be are offered for our Mohawk chief and Accessories tectural styles, part histor- contemplation, and the question of how a The Agnes offers no less than her mother British, . . . Fashion Handbags thus she moved in ic house and part concrete portrait portrays that which is portrayed five shows running concurrently Self Portrait . . . Unique Jewelry Aand plate glass, presenting a fusion of op- is investigated. Fifty five works are on by Emily Carr two worlds. Using . . . Hats & Scarves posites reflecting contents ranging from show representing the endeavours of forty • The Artist Herself - Self Portraits a stage costume of the 14th century to the present. Saunter- two unique visions ‘from both settler and by Canadian Women Artists. buckskin and furs companions. The textiles onboard neatly adorned with a bear claw necklace, she ing between the two aspects of Agnes’ indigenous perspective’, including paint- Curated by Alicia Boutilier personality affords an experience akin ings, prints, photography, textiles and contrast the native and the European, and brought Mohawk culture to settler audi- to time travel, one side all cosy carpeted costumes. and Tobi Bruce native decorative devices are recorded on ences, and then donned a Victorian gown domesticity, with many a fireplace and Frances Anne Hopkins' painting Canoe • I Am Not Myself At All the canoe. for the second part of the show. What one extensive decorative moulding, the other Manned by Voyageurs Passing a Water- Deirdre Logue and Emily Carr presents us with the antidote might call, in their different ways, uni- a cavernous austere modernity. The sum- fall (1869) places her at the centre of a or antithesis to a portrait with a painting forms? Martha Eetak’s ‘amauti’ or Inuit Allyson Mitchell 23 MAIN STREET, BOX 910 mer season kicks into high gear with as depicting the back of her head which per- women’s parka has a pouch for carrying a ‘portrait’ with her husband (an employee Curated by Sarah E.K. Smith BRIGHTON 613.475.6275 many as five distinct, but mutually illumi- of the Hudson’s Bay Company), that doc- haps reveals something of her personality child, several beaded panels and as many www.dragonflybrighton.com nating exhibitions. uments the early exploration of Canada, • Vanitas: Margaret Lock and her preference for trees than people. as seven hundred caribou teeth incorpo- The Artist Herself is the first exam- but included are representations of eight • Artists in Amsterdam With Hannah Maynard, an early pioneer rated into a design that is specific to a life- ination of portraits by Canadian women other characters, ‘voyageurs’, who propel • Protection and Social Harmony of photography, we are not presented with style and a community. artists, with examples sourced from all the canoe forward, one of whom pauses in the Art of West and Central the back of her head, but we do see her I’m Not Myself At All addresses culture in several different poses making up a and identity from a feminist perspective over Canada. However this is no dry ac- for a moment to scoop a water lily from Africa ademic survey, with the exhibition taking the river. Only in the liquid reflection composition that is more than whimsical, and incorporates a woven spider’s web 25 YEARS the opportunity to explore the very many does Frances gain prominence over her and could lay claim to being the original ceiling, an out of scale ball of wool, in a ‘selfie’. Her work is technically accom- wallpaper library at the centre of which in plished and well ahead of its time, some- casual repose lay an assortment of distort- thing those of us accustomed to the facil- ed stuffed models or ‘dolls.’ Some may find WHERE THE Canoe Manned by Voyageurs ity of Photoshop need to remember. Here this challenging and even disturbing. An ADVENTURES BEGIN Passing a Waterfall (1869) we have a kind of self-examination with adjoining room offers over sized models by Frances Anne Hopkins the artist looking at herself and out into of feminist literary works and an intrigu- the world and one is inclined to wonder ing video running on a very large screen. whether there might be some reference Vanitas is a series of wood block prints that combine ev- eryday life trans- Self Portrait ported to mediaeval by Hannah Maynard times. The ephem- eral nature of life and the proximity of death are refer- Furby House Books enced, as I suspect 65 Walton Street is the mediaeval Port Hope, ON text Ars Moriendi 905-885-7296 or The Art of Dying [email protected] Well. Artists in Am- sterdam is a show constructed entire-

Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 7 ly from the Agnes’s holdings, and documents the city’s de- velopment as a trading centre and growing art market occa- sioned by mass immigration. Whilst the two Rembrant's will be a key attraction, there are works by Adam Camer- arius, Wallerant Vaillant, Jan Lievens and Ferdinand Bol deserving of ones attention and presenting perhaps a more formal concept of portraiture. Protection and Social Har- mony in the Art of West and Central Africa....affords con- tact with objects from a decid- edly different culture whose value and purpose may not be immediately revealed when divorced from their social Head of a Man in a Turban context. These sculptures have by Rembrandt real power and gravitas and obviously required consider- able skill in the making. Agnes offers a very full agenda and one should allow plenty of time for one’s visit. Did you know? I found it particularly instructive to revisit each show and review my impressions in Agnes Etherington played a the light of what I had gleaned. significant role in creating It is particularly encouraging that Agnes Queen's University Art doesn’t just research and display art, she also uses the André Biéler Studio as an programs and bequeathed her art engagement space where youths aged beautiful neo-Georgian red 14 to 18 can drop in and discover their brick house to the University creative side. Performance Costume for use as an art centre. by Pauline Johnson

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8 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 9 vided answers to my enquiries and in- for a first attempt. troduced me to many other anglers. The Thereafter I entered connections I made lead to expeditions on many a tournament new rivers and lakes in pursuit of differ- and went profes- ent species of fish. Veteran anglers were sional in 2009. My pleased to share their knowledge and take first pro event was me out in their boats, and I owe a great held at Mississippi deal to Big Jim McGlaughlin, J.P. Osti- Lake, and was not guy, Charles Sim, Richard Sykes, Mike particularly suc- Lilly and Murray Rodgers. Since forever, cessful for me, but

I had been a huge fan of Canadian fishing I did have the satis- icon, Bob Izumi and Big Jim knew that. faction of finishing

One day I get a call from Jim whose exact above my hero Bob words remain etched in my memory, “Hey Izumi! Now I am punk, what are you doing? I’m with Bob competing against OUTDOOR Izumi at the boat launch, come down and the best anglers in "

hang out for a bit”. I jumped in mom’s car the world and par- Steelhead and headed down to the launch where I ticipate in as many Rainbow Trout was met by Bob who gave me signed cop- as ten tournaments

ies of Real Fishing magazine. That was a season.

Image by DollarPhotoClub definitely an experience to treasure. I am an avid ice fisherman too and can At the end of the PURSUITS" Having grown up playing sports such as proudly say that after spending hundreds by Anthony Beaucaire-Cameron photography by Andrew Beaucaire-Cameron hockey and soccer, I would describe my- of hours, dollars and thousands of ki- day, there is nothing self as a very competitive person, so giv- lometres driven, I have completed the argeting mainly lake trout, my When I was twelve years old, my aunt ing a fishing tournament a go was a must. Trout Grand Slam. For those unfamiliar I would rather do than father Gene Beaucaire, was an and uncle acquired a cottage on the Ot- Registering for the Renegade Pro/Am with this achievement, it requires catch- spend a few hours avid angler who spent a lot of I remember tawa River in Waltham, Quebec. Here, event held on the Rideau River, I finished ing a rainbow trout, a brown trout, a lake his time venturing out to re- I spent every weekend I could for many a respectable 7th place, not to shabby trout and a splake. Accomplishing goals casting a line. mote camps in pursuit of these perfectly, the warm years and this is where I served my fish- Tlarge predators. When I was three years ing apprenticeship. Fishing in endless " of age, my father introduced my brother evenings and beautiful miles of river, deep and shallow, clear ® and I to the joys of fishing with weekend and murky, fast and slack, this was where visits to Aylmer Marina. Here, armed sunsets, sitting with I mastered my craft and honed my child- only with crude sticks, we would cast out my dad and brother hood skills. worms and hot dogs to attract the bottom As the years passed, my passion for this dwelling catfish. I remember perfectly, on the rocks patiently amazing sport grew into an addiction and the warm evenings and beautiful sunsets, I realized that all I wanted to do in life sitting with my dad and brother on the waiting for the tip was fish. If I was unable to be actually rocks patiently waiting for the tip of our fishing, I would be studying books about sticks to bend and how rewarding it was of our sticks fishing, watching videos about fishing, to actually catch a fish. and learning about fishing online. Whilst On one occasion, we were invited to a to bend... surfing the net, I encountered Fish-Hawk. family member’s cottage, where my dad net which expanded my knowledge, pro- PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS and I took out an old tin boat with bro- " INTERLOCKING PAVING STONES ken oars. My dad began to cast using a RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL weird green lure, (which I now know is CURBING | SEPTIC TANKS called a jitterbug), and almost immedi- WELL TILE | STEPS & RAILINGS ately I heard a loud, satisfying splash SIDEWALK & PATIO SLABS on the water’s surface. Listening to the sound of the drag scream off the reel gave me such an adrenaline rush, and I wasn’t even the one who caught the fish! After a tussle, my father landed a beautiful small 6648 Hwy 62 North, Belleville ON K8N 4Z5 mouthed bass weighing in at 4lbs. The ex- citement of this experience was the defin- 1-800-267-2851 ing moment for me, you could say, “I was Lake Trout 613-962-9111 | [email protected] hooked”.

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I heard a loud Anna’s Kitchen satisfying splash on the by Anna Olson Photography by Ryan Szulc water’s surface… my attention to small and large mouthed" bass. Personally, I practice catch and re- lease 100 percent, but for those who do enjoy eating fresh fish, walleye, trout and crappie offer delicious table fare, espe- cially from the BBQ. As long as the laws and regulations are followed there is no harm in keeping some fresh fish to enjoy. At the end of the day, there is nothing I would rather do than spend a few hours casting a line, whether it’s competing in a tournament, trophy hunting, or just tak- ing a few casts with family and friends, fishing is my Zen. It helps me relax and I cannot thank my father enough for teach- Above: Fishing on the like this, I truly enjoy. Now I spend nine ing me the basics of the magnificent sport months of the year fishing from the boat of fishing. Rideau River, Anthony and three months chasing fish on the ice. catches a black crappie. In spring I focus on northern pike, wall- eye, crappie, splake and the trout family. As summer and fall roll around I switch What is a ARUGULA SALAD Splake? with avacado, A splake (or slake) is a hybrid of two fish species resulting from blackberry feta the crossing of a male brook & trout and a female lake trout.

ometimes simplest is best. Ingredients Composing this salad is easy – 6 cups of washed and trimmed arugula but take the time to appreciate 1 ripe avacado the complexity of the ½ pint of fresh blackberries combinations of flavours.½ This cup of crumbled feta cheese salad’sS vibrancy comes from the avocado for Juice from 1 lime its creaminess, the feta for its saltiness, the Extra virgin olive oil blackberries for their sweetness & tartness Salt and pepper and the arugula for its peppery bitterness. Who guessed a salad could be so fulfilling? Method Arrange arugula onto 6 salad plates. Serve this salad as a starter to a summer Cut the avacado in half and peel. Slice supper, or serve it alongside grilled fish orand arrange the avacado over greens. chicken. Wash the blackberries and sprinkle overtop, then top with feta cheese. Serves 6 Sprinkle the salad with lime juice and Prep Time: 15 minutes olive oil and season lightly with salt Difficulty: easy and pepper.

12 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 13 Wines of the Did You Know? Minervois In France, the locals use

“souches” as excellent firewood. The souches are the roots of the by Brigitte and Vincent Enaud Photographs coutesy of Domaine Monastrel vines that are pulled out if they

are non-productive or if there is a vine malady. Driving along the Domaine Monastrel is one of the wine estates in the Minervois region. Its proprietors, Brigitte and countryside, it is commonplace to " Vincent Enaud, have kindly offered Grapevine readers this tour of the area's wonderful wines. see a pile of souches in the fields waiting to be burned. The farmers are only too pleased to let residents on the plateau or in the Black Hills. inervois is the coast surrounded by the foothills of Narbonne, allowing Cicero and Pliny to take them home for burning in their Harvest begins late August to early name that refers southern France. be among the wine’s many early admirers. fires, which saves them from buying September and lasts until late October or to the familiar and The village’s history is impressively The climate is hot and dry and often expensive fire logs. early November depending on the vintage Holm oak, olive and distinctive red wines long with archaeological evidence swept with a northwest wind, the Cers, and the weather. Production is in the order that hail from the indicating that viniculture here dates back which accentuates a cold winter or summer of 16 million bottles, of which only 2% is cypress trees dot the westernM Languedoc area in southern to early Roman times, when legionnaires drought. Holm oak, olive and cypress trees white, 10% rosé and the balance, the reds we know well. landscape... France. However, there are also some introduced vines to the area. Narbonne dot the landscape and rock rose, rosemary up to 500 meters above sea level, where Minervois reds are soft and fruity, being lesser known rosé and white wines. The was once the capital of a region stretching and thyme scent the scrub and Aleppo the climate is optimal. Divided between distinguished by their aromas of ripe red term takes its name from Minerve, a from the Ardèche to the Pyrenees. pine groves. The vineyards occupy the 195 estates and 16 cooperatives, 100,000 " fruits, violets and liquorice. The tannins their very best. village 40km’s from the Mediterranean Wines were exported through the port of hills and valleys along the Canal du Midi, acres of land are under cultivation, with are silky, and with time evolve towards 2015 represents the year when the AOC* Syrah and Grenache grapes dominating notes of preserved fruit, spices and wines of Minervois celebrate a 30 year the production. Mourvèdre, Carignan prunes. Fleshy and well structured, they anniversary and can truly be said to have and Cinsault make up the balance for the are often softer and more velvety than come of age…30…an age that combines reds. Whites are made from Marsanne, those of neighbouring Corbieres. Choose youth and maturity! Many celebrations Rousanne, Maccabeu, Bourboulenc, them to accompany cheese, red meat, or are scheduled through the year. The most Vermentino, Grenache Gris, and Muscat the famous Cassoulet, a dish typical of famous estates include: avec Petit Grains from which is made Carcassonne. Rosé wines are enjoyed Muscat de Saint Jean de Minervois. This is young. They have aromas of red fruit, • Borie de Maurel a naturally sweet wine known for its fruit blackcurrant and raspberry which in the • Clos Centeilles and served with an appetizer or dessert. mouth develop into roundness and volume, • Domaine La Combe Blanch There are four distinct areas: giving them good length. They are easy • Field Monastrel 1 In the east, the regions of Mourels to pair with food, be it Mediterranean or • Ostal Cazes and Serres, with stony soils suitable spicy Asian cuisine, a summer BBQ, or • Domaine Piccinin for Mourvedre and Grenache grapes. The simply as an aperitif. Whites can be thin • Château Sainte Eulalie Carignan variety is beneficially influenced on the palate, with aromas of exotic fruits by the Mediterranean. and citrus, or even vivid with floral notes. * AOC stands for Appelation d’origine 2 To the west, near Carcassonne, is Serve with fish in a sauce or shellfish. controllée and is a French system of Clamoux where it is colder and wetter Of all French wines Minervois is the designating, controlling and protecting as climate here is tempered by oceanic most exported with 45% of the production the geography and quality of wine. influence. destined for the United States, China and 3 Between these two are a number Canada. European customers come from Domaine Monastrel has been exporting of vineyards where there is little Switzerland, Belgium and Germany. wines to Ontario and Québec for several maritime influence. Hot and dry summers Widely recognized as quality products, years via private importers. You can are experienced. with excellent quality to price ratios, the contact Brigitte and Vincent Enaud, 4 On the higher ground towards wines of Minervois enjoy a reputation proprietors of Domaine Monastrel the villages of Caunes-Minervois which is richly deserved and can be by mail at 25 route de Mailhac, Bize and Minerve, is an area of limestone attributed to the winemakers’ love of their Minervois, 11120, France or by email at or shale depending on whether one is land and their efforts to consistently do [email protected]

Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 15 Welcome readers from the Durham Region! Here’s an event for our readers with artistic children. Mark your The R. S. McLaughlin Estate calendars and diaries for The R. S. McLaughlin Estate August 15th, 2015 ParkwoodParkwood Grape Gatsby National Historic Site wine celebration September 25-27 An Autobaron’s home The Rotary Club of Wellington, in Prince of innovation & inspiration Focus on Durham Edward County, is holding its second From script to screen, come get annual Wine Celebration on Saturday beautifully preserved inspired by the stories we create. August 15, 2015 from 5:30 to 10:30pm in the Highline Hall and Rotary Room of Guided mansion & garden tours Movie-making demos, local food and outdoor activities at Regent Theatre the “Duke Dome” on Belleville Street in Lunch by the fountains and Docville Wild West Movie Set. Wellington. Last year was a successful first event that raised $4,000 to continue the Rotary project to upgrade the Millennium Trail. The proceeds from this year’s event will Kids’ Art Festival at the VAC. go to the Picton Hospital Foundation to Free Admission 10am – 4pm buy equipment for the Emergency Depart- www.regenttheatre.ca ment. Rain or Shine 270 Simcoe N. Oshawa [email protected] Again this year, the Prince Edward Visual Arts Centre of Clarington www.parkwoodestate.com 905-668-4113 x2617 County Wine Association members will www.vac.ca contribute wine tastings and table wine, and the two County cheese companies will provide their samples. A silent and live auction will be conducted by Master of Ceremonies, John Squair, owner of Three Dog Winery. With the Grape Gatsby theme this year, everyone will be encouraged to dress in “20’s” costumes. During the evening there will be a parade of costumed couples for Discover Oshawa’s Art, the audience to choose the best dressed. Entertainment will be provided by The Culture and History! Green Machine DJ who will play 20’s music through the whole evening, during the wine & cheese tasting and the dinner. Michael Hoy will again create a lovely sit-down dinner for the crowd, repeating his delicious fare of last year. Attending this year will be a busload of visitors from Kingston and Belleville who will be on a daytrip, visiting other County attractions during the day and coming to Oshawa Community Museum the Wine Celebration in the evening. 1450 Simcoe St S, Lakeview Park Tickets at $85/person may be ordered 905.436.7624 | oshawamuseum.org online at www.grapegatsby.ca or from any Wellington Rotary member. Go to the The Robert McLaughlin Gallery 72 Queen Street, Civic Centre website also for the latest information on 905.576.3000 | rmg.on.ca Tourism auction items that have been donated for clarington the event.

16 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 17 alty of local and foreign diners alike. Eat- ing what is available from local farmers, fishermen, and producers has been part of

the French culture for centuries … and is still a pleasure that most French families partake in today. "It’s what I grew up with

in France, what I know and what inspires me when I create a dish. Each ingredient has to express its own inherent properties, the " chef is just there to enhance it” says Schwab. Sébastien and Silvia moved to Canada in

It’s what I grew up with in France, what I know and what inspires me when I create a dish. Each ingredient has to express its own inherent properties, the chef is just there to enhance it." 2007 opening Sébastien’s Bistro in down- town Halifax. He quickly cultivated close relationships with local farmers, fisher- Today, Sébastien is the resident men and livestock purveyors. The 7:00am Chef at Huff Estates Inn and Winery, a unique visit to the Halifax Farmer’s Market every destination in the heart of Prince Edward County. Saturday morning became a weekly ritual. He sourced 90% of his products locally, - Photograph by Fabrice Cambray

theFRENCH Image by DollarPhotoClub using only the freshest and best products to create his dishes. Sébastien insisted on cooking and baking everything from scratch in the restaurant kitchen each day. CO NNECTIO N This experience permitted him to recon- nect to the land and the seasons. by Tara Wilkinson Photographs Courtesy of Huff Estates Winery In 2009, Sébastien moved to Prince Edward County to become Head Chef at Angeline’s Inn and Restaurant in Bloom- Chef Sébastien Schwab began his cu- sine. Over time, his palate matured and Sébastien relocated to St. Pierre and field, Ontario, where he developed work- linary career as a child with the sights, became more discerning. Miquelon (a French overseas territory sit- ing relationships with local farmers, arti- sounds and scents of his maternal grand- He enrolled in an apprenticeship pro- uated in North America) in 2001 where he sans and winemakers. He fell in love with parents’ farm in Lorainne, France. gram starting as a dishwasher and quick- created the highly successful “Restaurant ‘the County’ and decided to settle here As a youth, he started cooking at home ly moved up to a cook. Upon graduating La Voilerie” with his spouse, Silvia Cam- permanently. While working at Ange- for his younger siblings while his par- from a culinary school in Brittany, he bray. line’s, Sébastien did an internship in the ents travelled on business. On occasion, went on to work in many different kitch- His passion for cooking with fresh lo- kitchen at the prestigious 2-Star Michelin his father would take him on his business ens (including Groupe Lucien Barrière) cal ingredients, attention to detail and re- restaurant, Domaine de Chateau Vieux trips. They would stay at luxurious hotels and in many regions of France (Brittany, spect for the raw product -- creating fresh, with Chef Philippe Chevrier in Geneva, and eat at high-end fine dining restaurants the French Alps, Corsica, and the French simple unfussy French fare with a unique Switzerland. where he developed a taste for fine cui- Riviera). twist of his own -- won the trust and loy- He later became Executive Chef at

18 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 19 Cherryvale Organic Farm, the ultimate his own catering company that prepares www.huffestates.ca; "field to fork" culinary experience in cuisine for every occasion … from brown www.sebastienschwabcuisine.com and Prince Edward County where he incor- bag to black tie. “I am constantly challeng- www.themysticdandelion.com. + porated foraged wild plants; organically ing myself. For me, it is about upsetting farmed vegetables and grains; sustainably the traditional and daring to go further", raised meats and local fish in his dishes. says Sébastien. Whether a corporate din- "Good food does not have to be compli- ner, dream wedding, family feast or inti- cated or sophisticated. It is about a cui- mate at-home dinner party, Chef and his sine that is made with the best ingredients professional team create events to remem- - like a symphony that’s orchestrated to ber, crafting each course of the menu to create a multi-sensory emotional experi- somehow involve and enchant the diner. ence. Bringing out those flavours is key to It’s a unique culinary experience that no my unique culinary style”, says Schwab. one can forget, and has built Sébastien a Today, Sébastien is the resident Chef legion of fans and followers. at Huff Estates Inn and Winery, a unique Silvia and Sébastien transformed their destination in the heart of Prince Ed- home in 2014 into The Mystic Dandelion ward County. At Huffs, Chef serves up B&B where they can also cater private delicious lunches on the patio from May dinners and special events for their guests through" October, and caters special events and visitors. on-site such as weddings, family gather- One of Sébastien’s favourite quotes was ings, and corporate functions. written by the English historian, sociol- He also owns Sébastien Schwab Cuisine, ogist and philosopher Theodore Zeldin: “Gastronomy is the art of using food to create happiness.” Anyone who has ever Good food does not OTTAWA SHOWROOM KINGSTON SHOWROOM experienced Chef Sébastien Schwab’s 2287 Gladwin Crescent 510 Gardiners Road cuisine will tell you … they have come have to be complicated (613) 738-2423 (613) 634-1226 away very happy indeed. kitchencraft.com or sophisticated. " For more information, visit Image by DollarPhotoClub

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C’est ainsi que j’ai grandi en France, ce que je connais, et ce qui m’inspire lorsque je crée un plat. Chaque ingrédient doit Photograph courtesy of Huff Estates Winery exprimer ses propres qualités naturelles, le chef est juste la pour le sublimer. tention au détail, sa passion pour" une cui- sine française, simple et sans chichi, qui respecte le produit brute et qui met en val- eur les produits du marché. Manger ce qui est disponible auprès des agriculteurs, les pêcheurs, et les pro- ducteurs locaux fait partie de la culture française depuis des siècles ...et contin- ue à être un plaisir dont la plupart des familles françaises prennent part encore Image by DollarPhotoClub aujourd'hui. «C’est ainsi que j’ai grandi en France, ce que je connais, et ce qui m’inspire lorsque je crée un plat. Chaque ingrédient doit exprimer ses propres qual- ités naturelles, le chef est juste la pour le sublimer», dit Schwab. Sébastien et Silvia ont déménages au Canada en 2007 et ont ouvert le Sébas- tien Bistro au centre-ville de Halifax. Il

la CONNECTION Image by DollarPhotoClub a rapidement cultivé des relations étroi- tes avec les agriculteurs, les pêcheurs et les éleveurs de bétail locaux. La visite au marché fermier d’Halifax tous les same- dis matin à 7 heures est devenue un rituel FRA NÇ A ISE hebdomadaire. Il achetait 90% de ses pro- duits localement, et utilisait uniquement par Silvia Cambray Photographie par Huff Estates Winery les meilleurs produits et les plus frais pour créer ses plats. Sébastien confectionnait Le chef Sébastien Schwab a commencé dans les hôtels de luxe et mangeaient et dans de nombreuses régions de France tout ses plats, ses pâtisseries et son pain à sa carrière culinaire durant son enfance dans des restaurants gastronomiques où (Bretagne, les Alpes françaises, la Corse, partir de produits brutes chaque jour dans avec les images, les sons et les parfums de il a développé un goût pour une cuisine et la Côte d'Azur). la cuisine du restaurant. Cette expérience la ferme de ses grands-parents maternels raffinée. Au fil du temps, son palais mûri Sébastien a déménagé à Saint-Pierre lui a permis de se reconnecter à la terre et en Lorraine, France. et est devint plus doué de discernement. et Miquelon (un territoire d'outre-mer au changement des saisons. Dans sa jeunesse, il a commencé à cui- Il s’inscrit à un programme d'apprentis- français situé en Amérique du Nord) en En 2009, Sébastien a déménagé au Con- siner à la maison pour ses jeunes frères sage en débutant comme plongeur et rap- 2001. Avec sa conjointe, Silvia Cambray, te du Prince Edward pour devenir chef de et sœurs pendant que ses parents se idement gravi au poste de cuisinier. Après il y a créé le «Restaurant La Voilerie» qui cuisine à Angeline’s Inn and Restaurant déplaçaient pour des voyages d’affaires. À ses études à l’école culinaire en Bretagne, a été couronné de succès. à Bloomfield, Ontario, où il a développé l'occasion, son père l'emmenait lorsqu’il il a travaillé dans de nombreuses cuisines Il a gagné la confiance et la fidélité des des relations de travail avec les agricul- partait en voyages d'affaires. Ils restaient (y compris le Groupe Lucien Barrière) convives locaux et étrangers par son at- teurs, les artisans et les vignerons locaux.

22 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 23 Il est tombé en amour avec «le comté» et vous propose de délicieux déjeuners sur la L'une des citations préférées de Sébas- Let Sandbanks Vacations and Tours escort a décidé de s’installer ici définitivement. terrasse de mai à octobre. Il y offre aussi, tien a été écrite par l’historien, sociologue you on a delightful tour of Prince Edward Pendant son séjour à Angeline, Sébastien un service de traiteur pour des événements et philosophe anglais, Theodore Zeldin: County. Enjoy a stress free opportunity to a fait un stage dans la cuisine du presti- spéciaux tels que des mariages, des repas «La gastronomie est l'art d'utiliser la nour- get off the beaten track and allow one of gieux restaurant deux étoiles Michelin, le de famille et des réunions d’affaires. riture pour créer le bonheur». Quiconque our experienced tour guides to share their Your County Domaine de Château Vieux avec le chef Il est également propriétaire de Sébas- a déjà vécu l’expérience de la cuisine du intimate knowledge of The County and its

Philippe Chevrier à Genève, en Suisse. tien Schwab Cuisine, sa propre entre- chef Sébastien Schwab vous dira ... ils hidden gems. Adventure Plus tard, il est devenu chef exécutif à la prise de traiteur. Il prépare des repas pour sont reparties très heureux. Visit wineries, art galleries, individual ferme biologique Cherryvale, expérience toutes les occasions…du plateau repas Pour plus d'informations, visitez artist’s studios or historic sites: the choice culinaire suprême « de la ferme a l’assi- au diner de gala. «Je me mets constam- www.huffestates.ca;" is yours. Our attentive staff will custom Starts Here! ette », dans le comté de Prince Edward, ment au défi. Pour moi, c’est important www.sebastienschwabcuisine.com et design your tour to meet your individual où il utilisait des plantes sauvages; des de bousculer la tradition et d’avoir l'au- www.themysticdandelion.com interests. légumes et des farines biologiques; de la dace d'aller plus loin», dit Sébastien. Que Indoor and outdoor experiences await • daily wine tours viande issue de l’élevage du développe- ce soit un dîner d'entreprise, un mariage you on half or whole day tours, with ment durable et des poissons péchés lo- de rêve, une fête de famille ou, un dîner gastronomic lunch options. Make new • custom wine tours calement. intime à la maison, le chef et son équipe La bonne cuisine friends by sharing your trip with like «La bonne cuisine n'a pas à être compli- de professionnels créent des événements n'a pas à être minded souls, or come in a group. Our • informative guides qué ou sophistiqué. Il s’agit d’une cui- inoubliables, en élaborant chaque plat du comfortable vehicles accommodate from • group & corporate events sine qui est faite à partir des meilleurs in- menu pour engager et enchanter le con- compliqué ou four or five, right up to sixteen people, grédients» - «Comme une symphonie qui vive. C’est une expérience culinaire sin- and even more, if the occasion demands. • a great way to spend an est orchestrée pour créer une expérience gulière que personne ne peut oublier, et sophistiqué. Il s’agit Our tours have a very wide appeal, from afternoon! émotionnelle, multi-sensorielle. Faire res- lui a value à Sebastien une légion de fans families, bachelorettes, to high flying sortir tous ces saveurs est la clé du style et adeptes. d’une cuisine qui Personnel Directors, for whom we can culinaire qui m’est propre», dit Schwab. En 2014, Silvia et Sébastien ont trans- provide team building experiences. Aujourd'hui, Sébastien est le chef rés- formé leur maison en chambres d'hôtes est faite à partir des Sandbanks Vacations and Tours also ident à Huff Estates Inn and Winery, une The Mystic Dandelion B&B où ils pro- offers a lovely range of accommodations,

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In the relatively brief history Beverley McLachlin will appear in Music Beyond. of Music and Beyond, Julian Armour has and the Law, an anecdotal exploration of This year, prepare to be blown away by programmed over 400 events, which have some of the legal problems composers Kerson Leong, recognized as one of the taken place across two-week periods in have faced throughout history. finest violinists of his age in the world. numerous churches, museums and other Another cross-disciplinary highlight — The 18-year-old, whose mother runs a venues in the Ottawa area. These one-off Music and Health on July 12th — show- local music school, will be presenting a events have brought the world’s brightest cases distinguished violinist Anne Robert, program of some of the most exciting and talents in the classical repertoire into in- who will dramatize the story of her battle beautiful encore repertoire -- one of many triguing, often brilliant performance rela- with cancer with the help of two actors events this year expected to sell out. The tionships with leading lights in architec- and accompanying pianist Dr. Alain Gag- festival will also present internationally ture, science, film, theatre, poetry, dance, non, who was also her surgeon. renowned countertenor Daniel Taylor and even crime novels. Since its inception, Music and Beyond has been attended by music fans of all ages who enjoy the good life and are com- mitted to a vibrant cultural environment. Julian Armour has sought to include and inspire younger generations with a wide Music & Beyond range of family programming and two by Dianne Wadden photographs courtesy of Music & Beyond Festival free family days that focus on events for children. overs of music, culture, art, Ottawa native and author of Us Conduc- one of Canada’s most active and distin- Music and Beyond is truly internation- food and wine will be hard- tors, this year’s Giller Prize-winning nov- guished musicians, Julian Armour. al and this year’s program will musically pressed to find a more de- el about the Theremin — a musical instru- Widely regarded for his innovative pro- wend its way through India, Russia, Italy, lightful way to spend early ment used to make spooky sounds in old gramming, Julian Armour founded the Vienna and Paris. July than in the Nation’s Cap- sci-fi movies. Michaels will appear with Ottawa Chamber Music Society and what For local political junkies, July 9th’s Lital taking in the multitude of highly an- Dutch musician Thorvald Jorgensen, who is now known as the Ottawa International ticipated offerings in this year’s spectacu- is always happy to share his passion for Chamber Music Festival. He is currently lar Music and Beyond festival. this unusual instrument in post-perfor- the Artistic Director of the Chamber Play- Now in its sixth season, this two-week mance conversations with the audience. ers of Canada and Principal Cellist of the classical music and artful extravaganza is The theme for that night -- Music Thirteen Strings chamber orchestra in ad- still easily finding ways to inspire a city and Literature (July 14) – speaks to the dition to his role at Music and Beyond. already groaning with cultural events. multi-disciplinary nature of Music and He is a man who believes there can For a start, there’s Sean Michaels, an Beyond, which was founded in 2010 by never be enough classical music in the

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Beautiful music is the art of the prophets that Above: 2014 performance by can calm the agitations Thorvald Jorgensen, theremin player. of the soul; it is one of Photo by Hans Tak, Netherlands the most magnificent winning ensemble Quartango. Two more the Theatre of Early Music in a number ensembles feature a capella performances, and delightful presents Above: 2014 performance by the of performances, and in separate events: one by Quartom from Quebec and the sec- God has given us. Beijing Acrobatic and Magic Troupe. pianist Jean Desmarais, soprano Donna ond featuring VOCES8, the British octet Above: 2014 Tango Soirée Brown and mezzo-soprano Wallis Guinta. making its Canadian debut. - Martin Luther Photo by Michael Gauthier Photo by Michael Gauthier Returning to the 2015 after enthusias- Anyone passionate about choral music " tic turnouts in previous years is the Tan- will not want to miss the Tribute to Morten Below: New Orford String Quartet go Soirée, a night of tango music, dance, Lauridsen, arguably the most frequently ferent choirs in an evening performance portunity for somber reflection amongst (past event) Photo by Barry Fawcett film, art, food and wine featuring tango performed and best-loved choral compos- and there is an opportunity to watch the all the festivities: Music and the Holo- legend Pablo Ziegler and Juno-award er of our time. He will appear with six dif- rehearsal earlier in the day. caust was the programming suggestion New to the festival this year is Fuoco of a contest winner and will feature Eva E Cenere, a daring early music ensem- Olsson who has spoken to over one mil- ble from France, now in its 15th year of lion people of her experiences as a death creating sensational theatrical adven- camp survivor. Also sobering, Lost in the tures. There will be several opportunities Wars offers music and poetry by compos- to catch this eclectic troupe – Music and ers and writers who perished in the two Marionettes pairs the mischievous Pulci- world wars. nella with the melodious Pergolesi in the Anyone limited to one Ottawa event hands of world renowned marionettist between July 4th and 17th might want to Bruno Leone; in Music and Versailles, a dress up for the National Gallery Soirée gorgeous selection of vocal and instru- on July 8th. The natural synergy of visu- mental music for all occasions mark the al art and music will be explored in over 300th anniversary of Louis XIV’s death; 150 musical performances taking place and in an exciting Music and Beyond throughout the various galleries. Along foray into the little Quebec jewel known with food and drink, it promises to be a as Wakefield, Complètement Toqué! fea- summer highlight and a great party! tures an onstage French chef and con- Other must-see performances: the cludes with a little tasting menu and a Grammy-award-winning and very soulful glass of wine or beer in a musical homage guitarist Jason Vieaux, conductor Boris to French gastronomy. Brott, the thrilling and sure-to-sell-out Food and wine will again be featured in Chilly Gonzales, perennial favorites Vi- Music and Dining: Italia! to take place at enna Piano Trio and Auryn Quartet, and Santé Restaurant on July 14th, and in Mu- the dazzling Cirque Fantastic. sic and Dining, July 16th, a country ram- All of this and much more for the dai- ble to nearby Saunders Farm pairs farmers ly price of a song and only a three hour 192 Main St. Picton and chefs with musical accompaniment. drive. The festival’s adult pass is avail- There is one event that promises the op- able now for the early-bird price of $150. www.zestkitchenshop.com

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Gallery One Twenty One Gallery One Twenty One is a non-profit co-operative art gallery founded in 1991 by Quinte area visual artists to provide exhibition space for its members. Every six weeks, the main gallery exhibition changes, and one of the members shows a larger body of work in the John M. Parrott Art Gallery smaller gallery room. Often an invited guest- Visit the John M. Parrott Art Gallery and member is included in the exhibitions. Styles Parrott Gallery Shop on the third floor of range from realism to abstract in a wide variety the Belleville Public Library. of media: oil, acrylic, watercolour, crayon, graphite, pastel, fibre, clay, bronze, wood, stone, The Belleville Club Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday from and silver with semi-precious stones. The Club was established in April, 1914, 9:30am to 5pm; Thursday from 9:30am to and has hosted a variety of important BDIA 8pm; and Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm. * Gallery One Twenty One recently celebrated 20 social functions in the city, and The BDIA strives to improve, beautify and maintain public lands and buildings within years in Belleville. continues to serve as an important venue the BIA, beyond that which is provided by the municipality at large and to promote the for private and public functions. The area as a business and shopping area. It is a really exciting time in our downtown. We Gallery One Twenty One Club often hosts social events throughout are watching the downtown grow as the Build Belleville 48 Bridge Street East, Belleville the year; Weddings, Christenings, Jack Phase 1 revitalization is now under way. We are seeing FGuest Artist Robert Carley www.gallery121artists.com and Jill parties, stags, and a variety of new businesses come at such an exciting time. There are August 4 - September 12, 2015 613.962.4609 other events which are booked by so many unique Restaurants, Boutiques, Galleries, Venues, members and non-members. It is and Café's (to name a few) in the downtown. We encourage regarded as the "Finest Reception patrons to walk the downtown core and experience all Facility in the City of Belleville". The that downtown Belleville Quinte Arts Council has to offer. You won’t be Looking for an original? Find Belleville Club hopes to serve the city disappointed! wonderful works of art created by local for another hundred years! and regional artists and artisans at the Located at • Regional and Traveling Exhibitions Quinte Arts Council Gallery and Gift Located at 210 Pinnacle 267 Front Street • Manly MacDonald Oil Paintings on Shop, located in downtown Steet in Belleville. www.downtownbelleville.ca permanent display Belleville, 36 Bridge Street East. 613.962.1239 613.968.2242 Sculpture by • Workshops and Arts Events We have wall art, window art, • Parrott Gallery Shop features hand- Michael Rutland woodwork, wheel-thrown crafted giftware and a selection of pottery, glass, contemporary jewellery, and Manly MacDonald Art Cards more. You’ll also find a fascinating selection of histories, mysteries, science fiction and L'Auberge de France lunches in the hip cozy atmosphere of 254 Pinnacle Street, Belleville souvenir books by local authors, as well Like a tiny slice of Paris in downtown downtown Trenton. At both locations, 613.968.6731 ext. 2240 as prints, gift cards, CDs and DVDs. Open Belleville, visit L’Auberge de France and hot buttery croissants are pulled out of www.bellevillelibrary.ca Tuesday to Friday, 9:30 am to 4:30 pm and enjoy a satisfying lunch with friends, the oven every Saturday morning Saturday 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. indulge in decadent French pastries, and starting at 9am. Don’t miss out…order experience an authentic French Bistro yours today! For more information, visit style Chef's Table. Ask about our aubergedefrance.ca www.quinteartscouncil.org or catering options or take home some [email protected] call 613.962.1232 delicious frozen dinners. L’Auberge de France has also expanded to bring a taste Trenton Belleville of France to Quinte West! Enjoy a café 22 Front Street 304 Front Street Above: Painting by Robert Tokley au lait, homemade breads, and gourmet 613.392.3700 613.966.2433 34 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 FavouriteGrapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 35 DDDECORATINGECORATINGECORATING WWWITHITHITH Image by DollarPhotoClub RYAN’ S EYE Wallpaper can do WALLPAPER many things. It can by Will Ryan illustration by Gray Abraham set a mood, an

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36 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 37 images if you want. Separate panels with the only wallpaper in a room is a border setting. It all works, just don’t be shy. Aspiring to be a chef?...Could you a motif can be applied to create a mural with a complimentary wall colour. Some A final word, hire a professional. be the next Gordon Ramsey or Jamie in a room which if hand done, easily cost borders are applied as the wall meets the Hanging wallpaper with your partner Oliver? If that’s a “yes” you should check $1,000 per panel. ceiling, this eliminates the need for a practically ends in divorce. out the culinary programmes at Loyalist Do you know about Club 213? If you are not interested in computer cornice. Other borders are applied where College. Intense, hands on, one and two reproduced images you have sourced the wall meets the baseboard, door " year courses taught by committed staff, yourself but interested in applying and window trims. Borders can also be will equip you with all the practical, It’s a restaurant managed by wallpaper that already exists in the applied to create wall panels which can theoretical and management skills Loyalist students, serving meals marketplace, there are many to choose give the room an architectural feel. If you necessary to launch your career as a prepared by the students. Lunch from. If you wish to go with the traditional have a historic space that you wish to keep professional chef. Highly regarded by is offered from 12pm Thursday approach, you are now spoiled for choice in period, you are in luck again as historic Design is a funny employers, Loyalist graduates have the as you can now have the existing wallpa- wallpaper can be reproduced by computer. opportunity to work all over the world and and Friday and dinner from 6pm. per printed on a background colour of your You can, if you wish, change the colour word. Some people international experience is included in the choice. This is now done with the computer. palette to suit your needs and the supplier course content. For reservations call Anaglypta wallpaper is a traditional can send you extra images from the paper think design means 613.969.1913 ext. 2213 wallpaper that is embossed and meant to to sort out tricky corners or areas where it If your culinary passions run from soup be painted over. It is often painted with a is difficult for whatever reason. how it looks. But of to soufflé Loyalist College is for you. metallic finish and applied to a ceiling. I As I said earlier we are so spoiled for [email protected] have seen it applied to walls, painted with choice and because people are realiz- course, if you dig a strong colour with a high gloss finish ing there are more possibilities with deeper, it's and it looks very au courant. wallpaper than ever before. Now when I Have You Heard? I have spoken about wallpaper used approach a client about using it, I am not really how it works. with an up to date more current approach. greeted with cries of horror. Have you heard about the Loyalist Market? It’s a retail store run and Now I will discuss wallpaper from the As with so many things today, we don’t - Steve Jobs " stocked by Loyalist students, where one can buy their traditional aspect. Wallpaper doesn’t have have to approach things in the old slavish delicious fare. Choose from lasagne, chicken pot pie, ox-tail stuffed to be applied to all four walls of a room, manner. Old fashioned, wallpaper can be tortellini, breads and baked goods. Give it a try. but it makes more sense to unite the space used in a slick ultra- modern context and Kitchen Creatives rather than make a contrast. In some cases modern wallpaper can be used in a period Open Thursday and Fridays 10am - 1:30pm. Wanted:

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38 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 39 ty before. Something tells me this might happened again, Pinot Noir lovers should hope so. ($30.00 – winery only) My surprise wine find of the spring was a 2009 Gamay from The Grange of Prince Edward County ($14.95 – winery only). By all rights a Gamay should be fresh and fruity, but there are a few of the single Crus from the Beaujolais region of France that can easily age ten years or more. This wine is not one of those, though it is a wine that saw extended aging in bar- Image by DollarPhotoClub rel, and while the nose is not exactly all Wine Music that appealing the palate more than makes County calling card, Pinot Noir. In fact owner Moray Tawse, decided to do a up for it. It was aged two years in neutral they saw Merlot as their grape, but over fruit swap. Huff ended up with some of oak, the nose is earthy and sour cherry

& the past few years they've come onboard Tawse's coveted Quarry Road Pinot Noir, dominant. It comes across as funky more

pairings the Pinot bandwagon but with a twist. which they spun into gold at the 2015 than fruity (very technical terms I know). This year owner Lanny Huff and Tawse Ontario Wine Awards: delicate with cher- Moving on to the palate you’ll find a live- by Michael Pinkus ry-raspberry and cranberry notes followed ly cherry fruitiness with nice acidity. The ‘ up by a lovely spice from the oak and a only song that seems to fit with this one Music is the wine dash of white pepper – this oak fermented is Gowan’s ‘Strange Animal’ (and not the number really delivers. Since the grapes Styx version… I’m talking the original that fills the cup are not from the County, the band For- from way back in 1985). ‘ eigner springs to mind and their classic So there are my selections this time of silence. ‘Feels Like the First Time’, since I have around. I’ll be back next time for more his time for wine and music the most important part? no knowledge of Tawse ever selling, let fun with wine and music pairings – is this former DJ turned wine My love-hate relationship with Chardon- - Robert Fripp alone swapping, their fruit into the Coun- there a better combination? enthusiast, critic and writ- nay continues, especially when it comes er, will look at three County to oak aging, too much and you over- wines and one from Niagara power the fruit, too little and you might Home Tand we'll try to find the song that best as well go the un-oaked route. Closson describes that wine – and in some cases Chase has never been fearful of showing Entertainment these new wines remind me of some very the oaked side of Chardonnay. Even their old songs... Sans Chene versions (un-oaked) seem to My first offering to you is something retain elements that could be derived from quintessential for summer, rosé, and I was barrel (but instead are achieved through Inside surprised this year by the pervasiveness lengthy lees contact); and they have made of rosés made from Cabernet Sauvignon another beauty with their 2013 The Brock (must be the less than ideal growing con- ($22.95 – restaurant only, or by begging and Out ditions for the grape in 2014). One of at the winery). This year ‘The Brock’ Audio-Video the better ones I’ve tried was the Ravine takes over from ‘The Loyalist’ as a restau- Vineyard 2014 Cabernet Rosé ($20.00 – rant-only wine, and while the Loyalist was Solutions winery only), from Niagara-on-the-Lake. known for coming from all-County fruit, Professionally Aromas mimic taste here with a touch of the Brock is an all-Niagara fruit-derived earthy, rolling its way into red currant and Chardonnay. Its vanilla and butter laced Installed. strawberry pith; a nice medium length with a creamy mouth feel that reminds finish that comes across as dry with nice- me of a spiced-pear and apple puree, and ly balanced acidity - making this a very don’t forget the balancing acidity to keep lunchtime on the patio wine. I thought it from being cloying and weighty in the it was a first for this winery to be doing mouth. Because yet again I have fallen a rosé, but they claim they've made it in for my nemesis, I think of it as Michael SINCE years past … so it reminded me of that Jackson's ‘Smooth Criminal’ (that, or the 1 983 Peter Gabriel classic, ‘I Don't Remember’ James Bond film “The Spy Who Loved .com (I don't recall), because I don't recall them Me” – but we’re looking at music and making a rosé, but maybe I just don't re- wine here, not movies and wine). 6 N. Front St. Belleville Image by DollarPhotoClub member it being this good; and isn’t that Huff Estates didn't start out making the (613) 962-1333

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42 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 Grapevine Magazine | Summer 2015 43 Parkwood Estate Italian Garden Visitors can experience the architectural style known as Beaux-Arts with Georgian features

ture and landscaping as to require a staff of 24 and 11 greenhouses, and one poor soul responsible for weeding acres of pea gravel. Influenced by the style known as Arts and Crafts, the garden areas adjacent the house are somewhat formal, becoming less structured with distance. 1917 saw the addition of a terrace by Harries and Hall, shortly to be followed by spectacu- lar garden rooms, designed by the English Parkwood Estate couple H.B and L.A. Dunnington-Grubb, who can lay claim to pioneering land- scape design in Canada, as evidenced by Robert McLaughlin Senior's ax handle business was the genesis of the Landscape Ontario awards still bear- General Motors. The company grew to manufacture cutters and Brings Life to History ing their names and their founding the Ca- carriages and moved to Oshawa as business expanded. nadian Society of Landscape Architects. Sam and his brother George saw the potential of the motor car and by Orbi Montblanc photographs courtesy of Parkwood Estate John Lyle added a Formal Garden in the mid 1930’s. Preserved in period style The despite their father's initial objections, the McLaughlin Motor Company ow a national historic site, Sam McLaughlin and his wife Adelaide. room, reception rooms and many oppor- Italian garden, Sunken garden, Sundial was born in 1908. Teaming up with Buick to supply engines created the Parkwood was original- In these lavish surroundings five daugh- tunities for fun and relaxation offered by garden and Summer house remain avail- company we know today. ly designed by architects ters were raised, Eileen, Mildred, Isabel, an indoor heated pool, a bowling alley, a able for public enjoyment. Darling and Pearson, to Hilda and Eleanor. Parkwood is conceived squash court, and a billiards room (where Visitors can experience the architectur- ********** be the family home of R. on a grandiose scale, more like a small Adelaide regularly triumphed over Sam), al style known as Beaux-Arts with Geor- Adelaide McLaughlin (nee Mowbray) hailed from Empire Loyalist Stock N palace than a country and for moments of quiet reflection, a li- gian features, inspired by European state- and could actually trace her lineage all the back to the Mayflower! house, but despite its brary. For occasions when these distrac- ly homes. Modifications in the 30’s and Following teacher training in Ottawa, she worked as a school teacher in size, it feels welcoming. tions were insufficient the Cap-Chat fish- 40’s added Art Deco touches, and its later Impressive, but not ing camp awaited the family’s attentions, development, Art Moderne. Parkwood Oshawa. In those days it was ostentatious, the atmo- and details of these visits are recorded in is very liberal in the access it affords, traditional for women to give up work upon marriage. sphere is relaxed and murals painted by Frederick Challener on and one feels as though one is visiting a Following the birth of five daughters, she devoted homely. Constructed the walls of the Billiards room. wealthy Aunt, who has just stepped out, herself to charitable causes, one of which founded the Oshawa General mostly between 1915- No fine house could be complete without rather than a museum. Such attractions Hospital. 1917, much technolo- an equally fine garden and grounds. Such have not gone unnoticed by the film indus- gy that is now common was the McLaughlin’s interest in horticul- try, with many a film and tv series being She had a reputation as a fierce competitor, enjoying golf, bridge and place, but was then cut- set in the interior or grounds, Hannibal, board games and as previously mentioned, beating Sam at billiards. ting edge, was incorpo- Hemlock Grove, Bomb Girls, Nikita and rated - a walk in refrig- Murdock Mysteries, to name just a few. erator, central vacuum, Did you know? Parkwood is a fabulous spot for a wed- air conditioning, tele- ding. My visit on a beautiful sunny day, phone system, an eleva- Affectionately known as coincided with a very large wedding party tor and even remote con- Mr. Sam or Colonel Sam, the making the most of the many photograph- trolled outdoor lighting. founder of General Motors was ic opportunities presented by the delight- Upstairs you will find a very successful business man, ful garden setting. Limousines parked in bedrooms, bathrooms, loved horse racing and was a front evoked memories of past splendours. and the master suite, From June 1st to Labour Day, Parkwood unsurprisingly servant’s great philanthropist. will be open 10:30am to 5:00pm seven quarters occupy the at- He founded the Oshawa days a week with refreshments available tic. The lower floor is Generals hockey team...all of at the Garden Tea House restaurant. devoted to the breakfast whom were GM employees! www.parkwoodestate.com or call room, formal dining 905.433.4311

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The Stache The Stache, open briefly in 2014 then went into hibernation for winter, is now open for action. Originally intended as an art gallery for owner Karl Schmed’s prints and lithographs, The Stache has turned into an intimate club, where local and touring musicians can perform. It is perhaps no coincidence that one of Karl and Gloria’s two daughters is none oth- er than Shakura S’Aida, the famous blues and jazz singer. If you would like to see Shakura perform, book your seats for the Port Hope Jazz Festival.

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here aren’t the pique-nique was a many better potluck-style gathering in ways to which every guest brought savour an something and everyone Ontario picked what they liked summerT than by packing from the communal bounty. up some of your favourite The original pique- foods and a bottle or two niques were invitation- of wine and heading out to only affairs that took place the park, the beach, or some indoors, often in royal other scenic spot to indulge palaces. But after the your senses with a picnic French Revolution, they lunch. became massive public But the entire picnic parties held on the parks concept has come under that once belonged to the fire of late thanks to an deposed royal family. unfortunate internet rumour Outdoor dining had surrounding the word’s long been popular in origins. England, beginning with The rumour started in the elaborate medieval 1998, when an employee of hunting feasts of the 14th the Smithsonian Institution century. But it took about circulated an email which 400 years for the word traced the word picnic pique-nique to catch on to the pre-Civil War there and become part of American South, where the English language. Even public lynchings were still then, it retained its original common. The white folks meaning and referred to a would round up a group of semi-formal potluck meal slaves and “pick” one to that could be held either hang from the nearest tree. indoors or outdoors. The outings soon became The trend toward plein- known as “pick-a-nicks,” air dining picked up steam and we’ll leave it to your in Victorian England, and imagination to determine by 1860 the picnic was what “nick” referred to. rife with lynching parties, but they were strictly an outdoor phenomenon. Over the The justifiable outrage sparked by this never called pick-a-nicks and they didn’t years picnics have become less formal, story launched a movement, still afoot inspire the concept of picnicking as we but they have always been collegial, food- throughout the English-speaking world, to know it. centered affairs, which, with the exception brand picnic as a racist slur and purge the The picnic’s real origin story is far less of the odd ant killing, are completely word from the language. While the intention controversial. The word originated in 1692, nonviolent. So while the picnic (or at least behind the movement is undeniably noble, before the American slave trade began, in the word picnic) has endured its share there’s just one problem with it: The story France, where it was known as le pique- of controversy in recent years, consider isn’t true. nique. A portmanteau of piquer (meaning to this your license to enjoy one with a clear Yes, that period in American history was pick) and nique (a trifle, as in knickknack), conscience this summer.

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