La Vida Local is an Ottawa-based epicurean adventure company that offers guided food and wine tours across rural Eastern Ontario.
From 20+ vineyards producing cold-hardy grapes and award-winning
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Sunday, September 23, 2018
Explore the wine and cider trail of West Carleton, starting with a visit to Kin Vineyards along the Carp Ridge, where you’ll sample their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and northern hybrid blends.Next tour picturesque Farmgate Cider and taste British-style, sulfite-free ciders. You'll then visit Needham's Market Garden to enjoy sampling Highway 29 fruit wines and their famous corn salsa.
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Friday, August 3, 2018
Tour East Ottawa's original wine and whisky trail, starting with a tour and spirits tasting at Ottawa's first craft distillery, North of 7 Distillery. From there, the bus travels east to Navan, where you'll be "Going Local" for a tour and patio tasting at the area's first winery, Domaine Perrault, established in 1999 by Denis Perrault on the family dairy farm in Navan.
Then it's a short drive to neighbouring Vignoble Clos du Vully, operated by Jan-Daniel Etter, who apprenticed at a winery in Switzerland before honing his craft... more
Tour East Ottawa's popular wine and cheese country, starting with a "Going Local" vineyard tour and patio tasting at the area's first winery, Domaine Perrault, established in 1999 by Denis Perrault on the family dairy farm in Navan. Then a quick trip to neighbouring Vignoble Clos du Vully, operated by young Jan-Daniel Etter, who apprenticed at a winery in Switzerland before honing his craft under the tutelage of M. Perrault. Here you'll indulge in a traditional, savoury Swiss Cake to complement a flight of 6-8 artisan wines. Your... more
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Monday, July 23, 2018
La Vida Local is an Ottawa-based “epicurean adventure” company that offers guided food and wine tours across rural Eastern Ontario. From 20+ vineyards producing cold-hardy grapes and award-winning wines, to artisan cheese-makers, cideries and craft distilleries, the Ottawa Valley is an agri-tourist’s dream. Yet, very few people are aware of the rich bounty available within 100 km of Parliament Hill. La Vida Local will introduce, promote and transport residents and tourists alike to the vast array of epicurean delights... more
Explore the wine and cider trail of West Carleton, starting with a visit to Kin Vineyards along the Carp Ridge, where you’ll sample their Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and northern hybrid blends.Next tour picturesque Farmgate Cider and taste British-style, sulfite-free ciders. You'll then visit Needham's Market Garden to enjoy sampling Highway 29 fruit wines and their famous corn salsa.
