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ONION JAM

Sticky, Savory and Sweet.

 

This is a crowd favorite that pairs well with strong, bold flavours. 

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ORANGE FENNEL MUSTARDA

Lively notes of citrus with a good amount tartness in orangey, fennely goodness!

SOUR CHERRY COMPOTE

Sour, then sweet, then savory - this not your average compote!

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SMOKEY APPLE MUSTARD

Smokey, sweet and hot (not too hot!), this mustard is inspired by the flavours of Montreal.

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BLUEBERRY EARL GREY COMPOTE

This compote is sweet, and tart with subtle notes of Earl Grey.

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SPICY HOT HONEY

A slightly spicy addition to our Charcuterie Condiment family. Like the "fun aunt," this little number spices up any feast.

ONION JAM

Sticky, Savory and Sweet. This is a crowd favourite.

Bold, rich flavour makes our Onion Jam a delicious addition to any charcuterie cocktail hour, picnic or late night snack sesh. Create complimentary flavours with these cheese and wine combos.

CHEESE PAIRING IDEAS 

Look for bold flavours of cheeses like 

Stilton, BrieEmmental, Sharp Cheddar and Manchego.

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WINE PAIRING IDEAS

Look for fruit-forward wines with a good amount of tannins to best cut complement the rich flavours of the Onion Jam. Top Choices to look for: a dry Malbec, well-made Cabernet Sauvignon, or a Ripasso Italian Red  such as: 

Malbec/Carmenere:

Paul Mas Pays D’OC Malbec (FR)

Norton Reserva Malbec  (AR)

Falernia Gran Reserva Equi Carmenere (CH)

Carmen Gran Reserva Apalta (CH)

Cabernet Sauvignon:

Peter Lehmann The Barossan Cabernet Sauvignon (AUS)

Wente Southern Hills Cabernet Sauvignon (CA)

Chateau Ste. Michelle Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (WA)

Louis Martini Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon (CA)

Italian Red:

Zenato Ripassa Valpolicella Superiore (IT)

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ORANGE FENNEL MUSTARDA

Our Orange Fennel Mustarda has lively notes of citrus, balanced with a good amount of tartness. Pair this Mustarda with citrus notes to compliment the natural flavours that make this a perfect addition to spruce up any charcuterie board.

CHEESE PAIRING IDEAS 

Look for fresh, bold flavours such as Manchego, Sharp Cheddar, Brie D'Affinois and Landana cheese. 

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WINE PAIRING IDEAS

Look for citrus or oaky notes to help round out the richness of the flavours. Wines like Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Verdejo are a good bet! 

Pinot Gris

Sandhill Pinot Gris (BC)

The Ned Pinot Gris (NZ)

Pfaff Pinot Gris/Blanc (FR)

Fielding Pinot Gris (ON)

Kim Crawford Pinot Gris (NZ)

Chardonnay 

Toasted Head Chardonnay (CA)

Latour Chardonnay Bourgogne (FR)

Penfolds Koonunga Hill Chardonnay (AUS)

Chateau St. Jean Chardonnay (CA)

La Crema Sonoma Coast Chardonnay (CA)

See Ya Later Ranch Chardonnay (BC)

Verdejo 

Menade Rueda Verdejo (ESP)

 

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SOUR CHERRY COMPOTE

Rich, delicious flavours with a hint of sweetness. Our Sour Cherry Compote is a decadent addition, and must-have, for a well-rounded charcuterie board. Pairs well with light, slightly acidic flavours to bring your charcuterie game to a sweet new level.

CHEESE PAIRING IDEAS 

Look for the light, soft flavours found in D'Affinois, Camembert, Stilton, Blue Cheese or Double-Cream Brie. 

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WINE PAIRING IDEAS

Pair this compote with light flavours with some slight acidity and sweeter fruity, or cherry, notes. Pinot Noir and Gamay Noir are both light enough, and full of cherries, to balance the sweetness and flavours. 

Pinot Noir 

Meiomi Pinot Noir (CA)

Stoneleigh Pinot Noir (NZ)

Angel’s Gate Pinot Noir (ON)

Louis Latour Pinot Noir (FR)

Beaujolais or Gamay Noir

Jadot Combe aux Jacques Beaujolais Villages (FR)

Road 13 Gamay Noir (BC)

Frogpond Farm Organic Gamay Noir (ON)

Tawse Gamay Noir (ON)

 

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SMOKEY APPLE MUSTARD

Tangy and sweet, our Smokey Apple Mustard is a perfect way to bring fresh, bold and complementary flavours to your charcuterie board. Look for medium-bodied and smokey flavours to pair well with this mustard, sure to be your new favourite go-to! 

CHEESE & MEAT PAIRING IDEAS 

Look for smokey, bold flavours of Tickler Cheddar Cheese, Serrano ham or Chorizo sausage. 

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WINE PAIRING IDEAS

Pair with medium-bodied reds to balance out the tangy, balanced and natural flavour of the mustard.  Look for wines like Cabernet Franc, Rioja (Tempranillo) and Mencia. 

Cabernet Franc 

Tinhorn Creek Cabernet Franc (BC)

Santa Ana La Mascota Cabernet Franc (AR)

Saumur Les Espinats (FR)

Featherstone Cabernet Franc (ON)

Zuccardi Q Cabernet Franc (AR)

 

Beaujolais or Gamay Noir

Marques de Caceres Rioja Crianza (ESP)

Marques de Rizcal Rioja Reserva (ESP)

Abad Dom Bueno Mencia (ESP)

 

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Bluberry Ear Grey Compote

BLUEBERRY EARL GREY COMPOTE

 Our Blueberry Earl Grey Compote is sweet, and tart with subtle notes of Earl Grey. Look for light crisp, floral, herbal and or fruity wines with bright acidity to blend together the fresh, berry flavours of the compote. Your charcuterie night will surely be a night to remember. 

CHEESE PAIRING IDEAS 

A guaranteed sweet treat, pair this with Brie or Camembert, sliced pears, lovely biscottis or scones, and bam -  you have yourself a gorgeous evening with the gang. 

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WINE PAIRING IDEAS

Pair this compote with crisp, floral and fruity notes. Wines like Prosecco or Rosé (sparkling or not) balance the tartness of the blueberries and highlights the subtle Earl Grey taste. 

Prosecco 

Masi - Modello Prosecco (IT)

Vaporetto - Prosecco Brut No 8 (IT)

Bolla Prosecco (IT)

La Jara - Prosecco Brut Organic Vegan (IT)

Villa Sandi - Asolo Prosecco Superiore Brut(IT)

 

Rosé

Mateus Rosé - Sogrape (PT)

Rosé - Stoneleigh Lighter (NZ)

Bordertown (CA)

Rigamarole (CA)

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SPICY HOT HONEY

A slightly spicy addition to our Charcuterie Condiment family. Our Spicy Hot Honey is a crowd pleaser that will take your charcuterie board and foods to a whole new level. It pairs amazingly with a wide range of cheeses that are mild and creamy, tangy and acidic, or blue cheese. Balance the sweetness of the honey with salty meats. 

CHEESE & MEAT PAIRING IDEAS 

Spicy Hot Honey truly shines with cheeses like Brie, Blue Cheese, Goat Cheese or any sharp aged cheeses.  As for meats, look for smokey and salty meats like Pancetta, Proscuitto, or Salami to have the perfect sweet and salty balance. 

FOOD PAIRING IDEAS 

Feeling adventurous? Our Spicy Hot Honey is  heavenly when drizzled over cheese and meat pizzas, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, fried chicken, pretzels, bacon, in marinades and dressings, and even in cocktails. 

WINE & BEER PAIRING IDEAS

Pair with soft, light-flavoured wines that will cut compliment the saltiness in meats and balance mild to tangy, acidic cheeses. If you love beer, look for hoppy IPAs and Pale Ales or Lagers with sweet undertones to match the sweetness of the honey. 

Wine

Bourgogne Aligote (FR)

Chateau Armajan Des Ormes (FR)

Quail's Gate - Reisling (CA)

Woodwork Chardonnay (USA)

Morande Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (CL)

 

Beer

Partake Pale Ale (BC)

Go Easy Dry Hopped Pale Ale (North Van - BC)

Primetime - Bridge Brewing (North Van - BC)

Deep Cove Lager (North Van - BC)

Cheers

Cheers to Our Friends at Unfussy Wine 
for helping find the perfect pairings that will elevate your charcuterie condiments

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