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2024 Wine Program Excellence Awards
March 1st, 2024Celebrating the best food and wine pairings in the business, restaurants throughout British Columbia and Alberta have been recognized for creating wine lists that complement their establishment’s unique menu and concept. Candidates submitted their wine and menu lists, and were then visited by judges who reviewed their programs
Read More2024 Spirited Industry Professional
March 1st, 2024The annual Spirited Industry Professional Award is presented to an individual who has made a significant contribution to the sales, service or promotion of wine in British Columbia. The 17th annual award goes to Tim Pawsey. Tim has been covering the food and wine revolution for about 20 kilos. His hallmark is seeking out and
Read More2024 Sommelier of the Year
March 1st, 2024Ian Casterton, Key Account Manager, Andrew Peller Limited The Sommelier of the Year Award recognizes working sommeliers who consistently demonstrate an outstanding passion for marrying wine with food and a dedication to exceptional service. This year’s winner, Ian Casterton, Key Account Manager, Andrew Peller Limited, was s
Read More2024 Terry Threlfall Scholarship
March 1st, 2024The Vancouver International Wine Festival is pleased to partner with the BC Hospitality Foundation, the Canadian Association of Professional Sommeliers and the Threlfall family on a scholarship in the name of our beloved friend and colleague, Terry Threlfall, who passed away suddenly in October 2020. The scholarship is awarded t
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