Posts by Kacey
Spicy pairings
Wines That Can Handle the Heat With the cold months keeping us inside, we’re turning up the heat in the kitchen. Pairing wine with spicy food can feel intimidating, but when it’s done right, it’s incredibly rewarding. The key is understanding how heat interacts with acidity, sweetness, alcohol, and texture. Rather than fighting the spice,…
Read MoreSaucy Meatball Cook-Off
Our Annual Cook-Off is back Sunday, March 15th! This time its Saucy Meatballs edition! Join us as local restaurants compete for the prize of Cook-off Champion and bragging rights over the next year (and a nice trophy to go with it) by showing off their best Saucy Meatballs! You vote on who your favourite is,…
Read MoreElevating Your Table: Icewine Pairings That Go Beyond Dessert
In celebration of Niagara Icewine we are exploring this luxurious libation with some unique and inventive ways to enjoy it. Elevate your Table with Icewine Icewine is one of Canada’s most celebrated delicacies. With its vibrant acidity, layered sweetness, and expressive aromatics, we believe Icewine has a natural place at the table from the very…
Read MoreA Sparkling Holiday
A Sparkling Holiday The holidays call for celebration; and nothing shines brighter than a bottle of Sparkling wine. Whether you’re trimming the tree, clinking glasses at midnight, or hosting the ultimate holiday dinner, there’s a Sparkling wine to match your mood. Inspired by our favourite Holiday movies, songs, and moments, here’s how each bubbly in…
Read MoreMother’s Touch Candle Workshop | June 20th
Join us for a summer solstice candle-making workshop hosted by Mother’s Touch Home + Fragrance. Guests will hand-pour their own candles while sipping on sparkling wine. Create your own outdoor mosquito-repelling candle, or choose from fresh summer scents like Ocean Breeze, White Tea, and Cucumber, or tropical favourites like Coconut, Mango, and Orange. Leave with…
Read MoreWhat We’re Drinking This Fall: Henry of Pelham’s Cozy-Weather Wine Guide
Cozy Weather Wine Guide When the clocks fall back and the sweaters come out, our wine racks start shifting too. This time of year is all about slow-cooked dinners, comfort food cravings, and evenings spent leaning into that “let’s stay in” energy. And the perfect pairing for those moments? Local Niagara wine, of course. Whether…
Read MoreDeciphering Ontario Wine Labels and Terminology
A Guide to Henry of Pelham Wines Understanding wine labels and terminology can be a daunting task for wine enthusiasts and novices alike. Each bottle tells a story about its origins, quality, and the care taken during its production. Let’s delve into how we categorize our wine at Henry of Pelham by breaking down our…
Read More2025 Harvest Begins!
HOT, DRY, NIAGARA SUMMER: HENRY OF PELHAM STARTS 37TH WINE-GRAPE HARVEST Cool start to the 2025 season balanced by a hot summer and well-timed rain. St. Catharines, Ontario, September 3rd, 2025 – Earlier this morning on Niagara’s Short Hills Bench, the first ripe grapes of the 2025 harvest were hand-picked at Henry of Pelham Family Estate…
Read MoreExported from Niagara: Around the world in wine
Exported from Niagara: Around the world in wine Our wines have done their fair share of globetrotting. From being poured in our own backyard to appearing on dinner tables around the world, Henry of Pelham wines are seasoned travelers. So grab a glass and read on as we explore the countries where our wines are…
Read MoreGuilty Pleasure Pairings
Guilty pleasure pairings we just can’t resist. We don’t judge your guilty pleasure indulgence; we just want to make sure it’s paired with the perfect wine! No matter the snack, we have the bottle to match. Salt & Vinegar Chips + Sparkling Picture this: You’re sitting poolside with the sun beaming down, and a bag…
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