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Jun
05

I’ve just returned from Picton as I attended the first ever – Great Canadian Cheese Festival.

The festival was held at Cyrstal Palace Fairgrounds, in Picton from June 3rd to 5th, with a full schedule that included: A Cheese Tour, Tutuored Tastings and Seminars, a Gala dinner and more.

I decided that a day trip to attend the Sunday Artisan Cheese and Fine Food Fair would be perfect.  I am SO glad I attended. First of all – I love cheese. Second of all – it allowed me to visit Picton. How could I not go?

The venue was stunning. There were some vendors inside a gorgeous building and some vendors outside under tents. I really did enjoy the setting. Who was there? Lots of cheese makers, lots of wine, a nice variety of beer ,and a few food vendors. I can’t complain.

I enjoyed many of  the cheese samples (with about 4 lactaid pills) and was thrilled to be introduced to new cheeses.

I discovered :

More discoveries: I loved the presentation of these chocolates that were infused with wines from Mercury Chocolates (located in Cobourg).What a beautiful dinner gift for someone who loves wine and chocolate!!

Seeing as the Crystal Palace was so close to the main street in Picton, I had to make a stop at Buddhas Dog (172 Main). I was eager to try Chef Flynns’ (who I met by the way) dragon breath mousse with rhubarb compote and locally grown asparagus on a home made hot dog bun. I  was happy!! Thanks to @OntarioCulinary for the great recommendation.

It was the first year that the Cheese Festival took place and I understand that it will be an annual event. I am thrilled for them. Congratulations to George Kolesnikovos who is the founder and director. I’m sure each year will get bigger and better.  Here’s a picture of George – he was easy to find!!

It was easy to find George!!

Looking forward to attending next year!!

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2 Responses to “Report: Great Canadian Cheese Festival”

  1. June 6th, 2011 at 12:17 | #1

    When I finally looked at your Buddha Dog tweets, it appears we may have been just steps behind you in having our late lunch. I think we drove every road in The County yesterday from east to west. Loved every bit of it. Wacky for cell signal though.

    Great write-up on your Sunday in Picton. Sounds like you were glad you went to the Fair.

    I just put up my post on Buddha Dog! Want.One.In.Ottawa.

  2. June 11th, 2011 at 22:30 | #2

    great post…thx again for inviting me had a blast…can still taste the cheese & wine in my mouth lol

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