Creators of Toronto: Taste the Story Behind Paradise Grapevine
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Creators of Toronto:Taste the Story Behind Paradise Grapevine
We hosted an intimate evening with Dave Everitt, Founder of Paradise Grapevine, who guided us through a curated tasting of their natural wines while sharing the story behind one of Toronto’s most beloved wine brands.
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In this session, Dave Everitt unpacked the evolution of the Paradise Grapevine brand, from its Bloor Street West roots to a full-fledged winery.
Dave Everitt
Founder
Dave Everitt is the founder of Paradise Grapevine, a natural wine brand and bar redefining how Toronto drinks, gathers, and celebrates. Known for their hand-crafted approach, small-batch wines, and community-driven ethos, Paradise has grown into one of the city’s most recognizable hospitality brands. With a background in events, service, and storytelling, Dave brings a uniquely human touch to brand-building, and plenty of good wine to the table.
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