The Oakville chapter of the IWFS gathered in High Park, Toronto, in Sheila Penny and Christian’s lush backyard for a caviar and Champagne sold out event on June 14th, 2023. Our President Nicole Faucher opened the evening and congratulated our co-host Christian Frayssignes (with her one of the co-founders of the chapter 19 years ago) for recently becoming a Wine Judge of Canada.
Six delicious appetizers were served on French baguette toasts and blinis.
Taramasalata / Sardines / Salmon Gravlax / French saucisson and Jesus from Lyon / Salmon roe / Raw langoustine stuffed with Transmontanus caviar.
Paired with André Chemin Cuvée Brut Millésime 1er Cru Champagne 2016
The Champagne was presented by Michael Vaughan, one of the top Canadian wine critics who gave it a 94 score (and Best Buy recommendation) (www.vintageassesments.com)
Then…the Caviar Master Class was led by Grégoire Doulain who also provided (and prepared) all the appetizers and caviars (www.groupe-axyon.com). The caviars were served “A la Royale” (the Royal way) on top of the guests’ hand, to be fully appreciated.
We tasted first a Transmontanus (origin Italy), followed by an Osciètre (origin Bulgaria) both paired with the Champagne. The last caviar was a Crystal (origin China) and was paired with chilled Polish Vodka.
The Master Class was very educative and Grégoire had to answer many questions from the guests.
From every attendee feedback, an IWFS Oakville event that will be remembered!
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