Recently Peter Pantry shut it doors in Toronto - This beloved bottle shop became a destination for coveted bottles during the pandemic. André and Miroki muse about whether or not bottle shops are a viable business model in 2024.

They unpack a recent article in Toronto Life that André felt was a glorification of bad chef behavriour in kitchens.

They also had the opportunity to check out the Niagra Icewine Festival and Gala that recently took place.

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Miroki and André sit down and reflect on what they enjoyed over the holidays. In spite of stressful family time it sounds like great food and drink was enjoyed by all. André may have discovered one of the GTA's best sushi restaurants in a strip mall in Burlington. Miroki continued her tour of Alvin Leung's restaurants.

They also reflect on Dry January - and food and health goals for 2024.

They also sit down with Trevor Gulliver CEO/Co-founder of St John Wines and Restaurant. Where they unpack the quality of Trevor's wines that carry his branding.

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Miroki and André catch up with 640 Toronto's Danny Longo - What will they all be drinking over the holidays?

Hamilton is a culinary destination - they sit down with Chief Oyster Shucker David Burns, and Chef Kat Ellis to talk about all things Oysters at Maisy's Pearl

https://www.maisyspearl.com/

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Miroki got off the plane and sat down with André to do a final wrap up fo the incredible eats that can be found in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

A clear highlight was the creative - but also affordable - food at Bo Innovation - https://www.boinnovation.com/

Earlier this fall they also sat down with Artur Gama - owner of two wineries in Portugal - Quinta da Boa Esperanca and Quinta do Cardo

https://quintadaboaesperanca.com/

https://www.quintadocardo.pt/

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Miroki is visiting Hong Kong to spend time with her family. Her parents grew up there! When André said he wanted to live viacriously through her on this trip he didn't expect her to visit all of the top rated spots in the city.

Miroki had a chance to visit Bo Innovation and the Demon Celebrity, where she had the opportunity to sit down with Celebrity Chef Alvin Leung.

If you're in Hong Kong you can check out Alvin's food at

https://www.boinnovation.com/

http://thedemoncelebrity.com/

If you're in Toronto - Alvin has recently opened up R&D in the heart of Chinatown

https://www.rdspadina.com/

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André and Miroki are joined by Maya Gallus of Red Queen Productions to talk about her newest documentary Crush: Message In A Bottle

Featuring winemakers and grape growers in Niagara including Thomas Bachelder, Kelly Mason, Shiraz Mottiar, and Anne Marie Saunders.

André is gearing up for his annual Grey Cup party - it's time to talk about what eats to enjoy over four quarters (even if the Riders didn't make the cut this year)

Miroki stepped off the plane and visited a few wineries in Nova Scotia to dig deeper into the courageous winemaking taking place on the East Coast. She spoke with

Ryan Isnor of Benjamin Bridge

Wendy Collins of Planters Ridge

Rachel Lightfoot of Lightfood and Wolfville

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Miroki Tong and André Proulx unpack wine and candy pairings as we head to the final stretch before Halloween.

André had a chance to visit Alto Adige in early September. What did he learn about this wine region where Italy and Austria meet?

You can learn more about Alto Adige at: https://www.altoadigewines.com/

They speak with Chef Nathan Hornidge about seal meat. Chef Nathan focuses on using local and sustainable ingredients in his cuisine. You can learn more about Seal products at: www.canadiansealproducts.com

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Miroki and André are legally obligated to acknowledge fall by discussing all things Pumpkin Spice. André has an idea on a rebrand for Pumpkin Spice that may allow it to bring people joy year round.

We are once again joined by Joaquin Hidalgo to dive deeper into Argentinian Wines. There are some fantastic Limited Time Offers available at the LCBO for the month of October 2023. Learn more about these amazing wines at https://www.winesofargentina.org/en

Let's take a look at some of the great fall events taking place in the GTA and beyond!

- Oktoberfest in KW - second largest in the world next to Munich https://www.oktoberfest.ca/event-calendar/

- Taste event on NOTL https://wineriesofniagaraonthelake.com/experiences/detail/dig-our-roots

- Riverale Farm Boo Barn - Oct 21-22 - free, suggested donation $5 and non perishable food item https://riverdalefarmtoronto.ca/

**With thanks to Wines of Argentina for the sponsorship**

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Miroki Tong and André Proulx are back after a week off - no longer restrained by terrestrial broadcast in their first episode of the Tasting Together Podcast.

André and Miroki love diving into culture through cuisine and it's the Mid Autumn Festival on September 29th. Nothing like kicking off our first episode with the inspirational story of Baker Joe from Wai Tack Kee - https://www.waitackkee.com/ - Let's hear the story of how one chef has worked to bring delicious Chinese baking to Canada.

We're heading into fall which means many people start reaching for more hearty red wines. We are joined by Expert and Journalist Joaquin Hidalgo to school us on the history of Argentinian wine and whether or not André will ever fulfil his dream of eating an entire cow at an Asado. Learn more about these amazing wines at https://www.winesofargentina.org/en

**With thanks to Wines of Argentina for the sponsorship**

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