About this Event
The holiday season is nearly here, and the Australian Wine Society of Toronto is thrilled to invite you to our annual AWS Christmas Dinner!
Gather with friends old and new at the beautiful National Yacht Club for a festive evening of wonderful company, exceptional Australian wines, and a spectacularly crafted holiday feast.
Let’s raise a glass together to celebrate the warmth and joy of the season.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, December 4, 2026
- Price: starting @ $135 per person (all inclusive)
- Location: National Yacht Club (NYC)
- Includes: Three-course plated dinner, curated wine service, and fresh coffee or tea service
Menu & Pairings
Welcome Reception and Canapes
An appitizing opener for the evening of canapes and refreshing sparkling wines and additional favourites.
Featured Pairing: Astro Bunny Pet Nat Sparkling (new), Jacob’s Creek Sparkling, Jip Jip Rocks Sparkling Shiraz and Killikanoon Killerman's Run Shiraz 2017.
First Course
Choice of:
- Roasted Squash and Apple Soup: Cranberry orange scone.
- Sugared Pear and Pickled Beet Salad: Ontario white cheddar, gem lettuce, maple pecans, white balsamic dressing.
- Pistachio Crusted Goat Cheese: Gem lettuce, blueberry hot honey glaze, garlic toasts.
Featured Pairings: Sidewood Sauvignon Blanc 2025 and Fowles Farm to Table Pinot Noir 2021
Main Course
Choice of:
- Roast Ontario Turkey: Savory dressing and gravy, herb mash, buttered honey carrots, green beans, homemade cranberry orange preserve.
- Duo of Bacon Wrapped Beef Tenderloin and Garlic Shrimp: Roesti, buttered honey carrots, green beans, tarragon butter
- Butternut Squash Agnolotti: Sage cream, wilted greens, charred heirloom tomatoes.
Featured Pairings: Hollick Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon 2022, Fowles Farm to Table Pinot Noir 2021 and Sister’s Run Sunday Slippers Chardonnay 2024.
Dessert
Choice of:
- Golden Apple Caramel Cheesecake: Fresh cream and berries.
- Chocolate Truffle Cake: Fresh cream and berries.
- Served with fresh-brewed coffee and tea
Cellar Specials
Select mature vintages poured throughout the evening:
- Pirramimma Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
- Yarra Valley Dry Red #1 2010
- D’Arenberg Dead Arm Shiraz 2012
- E & E Black Pepper Shiraz 2014
Space is limited. Please confirm your course selections and dietary restrictions upon RSVP.
Event venue & nearby stays
National Yacht Club, 1 Stadium Rd, Toronto, Canada
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