PARTICIPATING CRAFT CIDER MAKERS (so far)

Annapolis Cider Company (Wolfville)
Boars Back Cider (Aylesford)
Bulwark Ciders (New Ross)
Chainyard Cider (Halifax)
Coastliner Craft Cider (New Brunswick)
Elderkin’s Cider Company (Wolfville)
Grow a Pear (Ontario)
Meander River (Annapolis Valley)
No Boats on Sunday (Nova Scotia)
Noggins Cider (Annapolis Valley)
Planters Ridge (Port Williams)
Seaside Grove (Halifax)
Seven Shores (Nova Scotia)
Red Rover (New Brunswick)
ShipBuilders Cider (Windsor)
Sid’s Cider (Windsor)
Stutz Cider (Annapolis Valley)

DELICIOUS EATS BY

Heartwood Restaurant
Meadowbrook Meat Market

LIVE MUSIC (Both Sessions)

Height Requirement

What is Invasion Cocktail?

Presented by MadeWithLove, the largest mixology competition in Canada, the Invasion Cocktail Festival will be spread across more than 35 bars and restaurants in Montreal and Quebec City. In total, more than 250 cocktails will be concocted by the best bartenders in Quebec and presented throughout the week in the best cocktail addresses on the Quebec scene. Also do not miss our events throughout the week!

The goal

Discover exclusive cocktails creations that will be presented only ephemeral throughout the week, and thus, discover spirits brands and institutions. Invasion Cocktail also aims to promote education to industry professionals with Pro Days, a program of seminars given by big names in international mixology.

In collaboration with Sauza Tequila, Modelo & Corona, we present the very first edition of our soon-to-be traditional Cinco de Mayo fiesta!
Todos son Latinos en Cinco de Mayo!

Latin Music
Mariachis
Photo Booth
Piñatas
LOTS and LOTS of Tequila
Mezcal
Tacos
Cevezas
Bad Decisions

What is Invasion Cocktail?

Presented by MadeWithLove, the largest mixology competition in Canada, the Invasion Cocktail Festival will be spread across more than 35 bars and restaurants in Montreal and Quebec City. In total, more than 250 cocktails will be concocted by the best bartenders in Quebec and presented throughout the week in the best cocktail addresses on the Quebec scene. Also do not miss our events throughout the week!

The goal

Discover exclusive cocktails creations that will be presented only ephemeral throughout the week, and thus, discover spirits brands and institutions. Invasion Cocktail also aims to promote education to industry professionals with Pro Days, a program of seminars given by big names in international mixology.

The 2017-2018 tour of MADE WITH LOVE, the most extravagant mixology competition in Canada, comes to its conclusion with the ultimate and most spectacular stage of the competition: the National Finals! On April 30th, Ottawa will be hosting the final event, which will challenge the 17 finalists who achieved to carve out their place competing at the nine Regional Finals across the country this year!

INSPIRED BY MUSIC

For this final challenge, which brings together Canada’s most passionate cocktail-makers, the event will take on the vibe and feel of a show inspired by music! The Barchefs will have to create the best cocktail they can imagine by drawing upon a soundtrack of their choice.

Featuring an extravagant and unique stage presentation, the finalists will aim to capture the hearts of the judges with their unique cocktail creations. In addition, exclusive and delicious cocktails prepared by the featured Barchefs will be served to guests all evening long! Needless to say, we can expect many delicious creations and wonderful surprises!

KEY INFORMATION:
Date: Monday, April 30th, 2018
Location: Zibi – Albert Island – 6 Booth Street, Ottawa, ON, K1R 6K8
Time: 6pm to 11pm
Tickets: $ 55 available online via www.enjoymadewithlove.com
*Only 300 tickets available!!
**All tickets include access to all the cocktails as well as delicious treats offered in collaboration with some great local restaurants!

HERE ARE THE FINALISTS FOR THE 2017-2018 TOUR

QUEBEC CITY
Judges’ Choice: Marie-Alexe St-Cyr – Le Sam, Bistro Evolutif
Public’s Choice: Pier-Olivier Dumont – Shaker Charlesbourg

WINNIPEG
Judges’ Choice: Justin Cyr – The Cornerstone Bar & Restaurant
Public’s Choice: Adam Kowal – The King’s Head Pub

EDMONTON
Judges’ Choice: Tyler Gushaty – Independent
Public’s Choice: Leland Morrison – Bar Clementine

CALGARY
Judges’ Choice: Ian Storcer – Model Citizen
Public’s Choice: Andrew Derksen – Charbar

VANCOUVER
Judges’ Choice: Chelsea Rose Schulte – Cocktails & Canapes Catering + Events
Public’s Choice: Dylan Robert Williams – The Westin Bayshore

HALIFAX
Judges’ Choice: Marika Bouchard – Black Sheep Restaurant

MONTREAL
Judges’ Choice: Antoine Vendette – Barraca Rhumerie Montréal
Public’s Choice: Isaac Bedard – Crowd Bar & FLair

OTTAWA
Judges’ Choice: Eric Romolock – Fauna Ottawa
Public’s Choice: Jay Doggey – Common Eatery

TORONTO
Judges’ Choice: Axl Gonzalez – Los Colibris
Public’s Choice: Harrison Lee – The Diplomat

The MADE WITH LOVE 2017-2018 finalists will give all they have this April 30th to win the coveted title of MWL’s Best Barchef in Canada, and win one of these 11 trips:

2 trips to Italy with Campari
3 trips to Nicaragua with Flor de Cana
2 trips to France with Grand Marnier
2 trips to Kentucky with Woodford Reserve
2 trips to Spain with MADE WITH LOVE

THANK YOU TO OUR PRECIOUS PARTNERS
1800 Tequila
Campari Canada
ESKA
Flor de Caña
Grand Marnier Canada
Red Bull
Ungava Gin
Woodford Reserve

19+ // Non-refundable

www.enjoymadewithlove.com

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Spirit of Toronto is Canada’s annual showcase of the finest whiskies and premium spirits from around the world!

Since 2004 this spectacular gala has become a ‘must’ on the food & drink calendar: a selection of 100 plus whiskies and premium spirits, intimate tutored tastings, live jazz, a gourmet table d’hôte, food and drink pairings, dedicated cocktail bars, and the opportunity to taste and learn with brand ambassadors, distillery representatives and industry professionals.

Details of the 2018 edition are in the works and will be announced on this website, or stay in touch by subscribing to our Updates list above!

Vancouver Island, British Columbia – April 3rd, 2017 – The Northwest Cider Association’s (NWCA) third annual BC Cider Week is only 25 days away– happening from April 28th to May 7th. This ten-day craft cider celebration will see many cider events, tastings and festivities anticipated throughout British Columbia.

The official BC Cider Week celebrates the art of craft cider and the upcoming summer season with events spanning the entire province. Tasting events from Kelowna to Vancouver Island include 3 festivals, tap take overs, cider pairing meals, and much more throughout the 10 day event.

Events are posted on the NWCA website and facebook page and more events are registered weekly. Four festivals will highlight local cider:
April 28th : Bacon and Cider Festival in Kelowna.
April 29th : Orchard and the Sea launches it’s first festival called British Columbia Cider Festival at Heritage Hall in Vancouver.
April 30th: SeaCider is bringing back their popular Cider Social on Vancouver Island.
May 6th: Okanagan Craft Cider Festival at BC Tree Fruits in Kelowna

“The BC Cider industry is experiencing a lot of excitement and growth and our Third Annual BC Cider Week celebrates this,” said Emily Ritchie, executive director of the Northwest Cider Association. “We are excited to be moving this festival to the spring – kicking off the summer season with many great events throughout BC.”

Watch for more events posted on Facebook: facebook.com/bcciderweek. When applicable, tickets and reservations are strongly encouraged, such as for the BC Cider Week Kick-off and Send-off events. Thank you to our sponsors Commercial Logistics, the transport division of Container World and to SIP Northwest.