top of page
Media
Smoke-Transparent-Free-PNG.png
Smoke-Transparent-Free-PNG_edited.png
Smoke and Barrel logo white copy 2.png

Welcome to our media gallery

Click on the images to open the segment

background.jpg

What's in season?

A Taste of June
Get inspired by what we're cooking and what's blooming across Niagara’s fields and forests.
Here’s a look at our early summer menu — a celebration of the season’s first harvest, kissed by lake breezes and the escarpment’s wild edges. Local ingredients lead the way in dishes designed to honour flavour, craft, and place.

Spring Pea & Mint Soup
Whipped Goat’s Cheese | Lemon Oil | Chive Flower | Pickled Shallot
Served chilled, vibrant and herbaceous — an ode to the garden

~

Ontario White Asparagus “Mille-Feuille”
Napa Cabbage Kimchi | Smoked Trout Roe | Ramp Mayo | Sesame Tuile
Earthy meets umami — a refined layering of texture and bite

~

Strawberry + Rhubarb Cured Steelhead
Crispy Sorrel | Yuzu Gel | Radish | Spruce Tip Vinegar
Bright, coastal, and kissed with acidity — June on a plate

~

Charcoal Grilled Pork Belly
Garlic Scape Relish | Honey-Tamarind Glaze | New Potato Purée | Charred Scallion
Rich and smoky, balanced with sharp greens and sweet heat

~

Wildflower Honey Custard Tart
Fresh Strawberries | Elderflower Cream | Rhubarb Glass | Oat Crumble
Floral, fruity, and delicately crisp — Niagara’s dessert bouquet

 

Perfectly Paired With:
Chardonnay or Gamay Noir from the Niagara Escarpment
Mineral-driven, vibrant, and food-loving wines with a true sense of place

Copy of Food • wine • one of a kind (33 × 81 in) (33.077 × 82 in).png

June in Ontario is the beginning of a beautiful bounty. From crisp greens to vibrant berries, this month marks the transition into full-blown growing season. Here’s what’s fresh from local farms and perfect for your table, pantry, or next event

Vegetables 🥬

  • Asparagus (early June)

  • Lettuce (romaine, butter, leaf)

  • Spinach

  • Arugula

  • Radishes

  • Rhubarb

  • Green onions (scallions)

  • Swiss chard

  • Kale

  • Pea shoots & snap peas

  • New potatoes (late June)

  • Fiddleheads (early June)

  • Garlic scapes (late June)

  • Herbs: parsley, mint, cilantro, chives, dill

Fruits 🍓

  • Strawberries (start mid–late June)

  • Rhubarb (still in season)

  • Gooseberries (late June, early July)

Edible Flowers & Wild Foraged🌼

  • Lilac

  • Violet

  • Elderflower

  • Dandelion (early June)

  • Wild sorrel

  • Wild leeks (end of season early June)

  • Fiddleheads (early June)

Coming Soon in Late June & EarlyJuly

  • Cherries

  • Zucchini

  • Raspberries

  • Beans

  • Beets

  • Carrots

Untitled design-2.jpg
Whats in season
Poutine.JPG

Join Us!

Tuesday July 1st, 2025

"Canada Day Poutine Party"

SB Niagara x Flat Rock Cellars

Celebrate Canada’s birthday with a coast-to-coast culinary throwdown featuring poutine, wine, craft beer, and live music by The Martin Brothers. Sip, snack, and soak up the vineyard views in your finest red & white.

IMG_8903_edited.jpg

Join Us!

Friday July 18th, 2025

i4C's "Friday Night Flights ✈️" 

@Niagara District Airport

Kick off your i4C weekend at Niagara District Airport, where an ordinary hangar transforms into a vibrant tasting lounge! Sip top-tier cool-climate Chardonnays, savour dishes by Niagara’s beloved chefs, and enjoy late-night craft brews in a one-of-a-kind setting.

2022-09-11_14-12-21_666.jpeg

Join Us!

Saturday August 9th, 2025

"Malivoire: Picnic Party in the Vineyard"

You're invited to join us at Malivoire Winery for an unforgettable day filled with alfresco-inspired food to pair with our exceptional wines while you enjoy entertainment and activities for all ages!

Untitled design-3.jpg

Join Us!

Sunday October 5th, 2025

"It's a Harvest Party"

Toast to the bounty of the season with a lively harvest-inspired dinner crafted by Chef Tim MacKiddie. Celebrate the turning of the vines with Ed Madronich and Andrea Pérez Castillo over bold wines, beautiful food, and vineyard views in their golden-hour glory.

NGWF+Logo+Purple.png

Join Us!

Sunday July 6th, 2025

Brunch by the Lake: The Ultimate Brunch Battle

8 chefs. 8 wineries. 1 epic lakeside showdown.
Taste your way through a decadent, wine-paired brunch battle on the shores of Lake Ontario—where flavour meets friendly competition in the most delicious way.

i4c.jpeg

Join Us!

 Saturday July 19th, 2025

"Chardonnay in the Vineyard World Tour, Tasting and Dinner"

Step into one of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s most charming vineyard settings for an unforgettable evening under the stars. Begin with a grand outdoor tasting of i4C’s world-class Chardonnays, then gather for a family-style feast featuring elegant cool-climate reds like Pinot Noir, Gamay, and Cabernet Franc. 

2022-08-06_16-12-13_693_edited.jpg

Join Us!

Saturday August 9th, 2025

"Between the Lines Winery Reserve Release Event "

This immersive tasting experience will take you on a flavour journey through the vineyard, into the cellar, and up into our rustic loft. At each stop, you’ll enjoy a thoughtfully curated food and wine pairing designed to showcase the complexity and beauty of our Reserve collection.

Cigar_event_Instagram_Post_faf4124d-3659-45c0-bef8-9f4b038c81cb.png.webp

Join Us!

Saturday July 12th, 2025

Smoke & Vine at Between the Lines Winery

An evening of bold flavours and easy luxury. Join us July 12th for a curated summer night of fine wine, barbecue by Chef Tim, and a premium cigar under the open sky. Sip, savour, and unwind among the vines with good company and vineyard views.

1.jpg

Join Us!

 Sunday August 3rd, 2025

"Picnic in Bordeaux"

Experience a Taste of Bordeaux — No Flight Required! We’ve teamed up with Domaine Queylus to bring you the elegance and charm of a French countryside picnic, right here in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula.

Enjoy an afternoon of delicious food, wine, and leisurely fun, all set in a stunning vineyard setting.

Pinot noir.jpg

Join Us!

 Saturday August 30th, 2025

"Celebrate Pinot Noir Day"

Join Chef Tim MacKiddie, Ed Madronich, and winemaker Andrea Pérez Castillo for an intimate three-course dinner perfectly paired with Pinot Noir.

Sip, savour, and celebrate with stories, flavour, and unforgettable vineyard charm.

Niagara events
FEATURED RECIPE

Contact

Thanks for your interest in Smoke and Barrel. For more information, feel free to get in touch and we will get back to you soon!

Thanks for submitting!

CONTACT
bottom of page