DINE: From Table to Travel

Whisky & Oysters: Canada’s Finest Flavours, Shaken and Shucked


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In this flavour-packed fourth episode, Sara and Adam Waxman raise a glass to Canada — literally — with special guest Dave Mitton, Canada’s leading whisky ambassador. Together, they explore the deep heritage of Canadian whisky, its global reputation, and why it’s finally earning premium recognition on the international stage. From nostalgic sips of Weiser’s 42-Year-Old to a discussion on barrel aging, terroir, and blending methods unique to Canada, Dave walks us through what truly sets Canadian whisky apart.

Then, the Waxman's dive into the world of oysters with Patrick McMurray, the only Canadian to win the World Oyster Shucking Championship. A Guinness World Record holder and oyster sommelier, Patrick opens up (literally and figuratively) about Canada's oyster scene—from East Coast brine to West Coast tide-tumbled gems—and explains how oysters shape ecosystems, menus, and even national identity. Sarah even recalls the time she found three pearls in a single oyster at Canoe.

From sips to shucks, this episode celebrates iconic Canadian tastes and the people who passionately represent them.

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DINE: From Table to TravelBy Jay Ashton