By Stephanie Whittaker
The holiday season is a time of year when social gatherings kick into high gear. Whether the occasion is personal or work-related, the event becomes magical when it’s celebrated over memorable food and fine wines at a vineyard. Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli and Angela Marotta, co-owners of Two Sisters Vineyards in Niagara-on-the-Lake, reveal their plans for the upcoming season and describe how you can enjoy social gatherings there and find perfect gifts for holiday giving.
Living Luxe: Melissa and Angela, the holiday season is a time when we attend more social events than usual—both work-related and personal. Can you tell us about the events that take place at Two Sisters Vineyards?
Melissa and Angela: During the holiday season, we host a variety of events. Our spaces accommodate everything from intimate gatherings to groups of up to 100, allowing us to customize each event to our guests’ vision. Our Barrel Room, for example, transforms into an ideal venue for corporate dinners, sommelier-led tastings, team-building events, and family gatherings. There’s something special about enjoying an event among the barrels, where the magic of winemaking happens. Our team is dedicated to making each occasion unforgettable.
Living Luxe: Do holiday parties at the Vineyard need to be large, like office events, or is it possible to have a small gathering during the holiday season?
Melissa and Angela: We’re happy to customize our spaces and events for both small groups and larger gatherings of up to 100 people. Our team is skilled at creating memorable experiences regardless of group size. Whether you’re looking to treat your corporate team to a wine-tasting experience, bring family for a seated dinner, or get together with friends for a personalized tour, we’ll ensure your experience stands out this holiday season.
Living Luxe: Can employers book a wine-tasting event for their employees as their holiday office party?
Melissa and Angela: Absolutely! We offer a seated tasting led by our senior wine consultants that can be customized for your team. We often incorporate trivia and other engaging team-building activities into our tastings for corporate groups. Kitchen76 can enhance the experience by providing charcuterie boards to pair with the wines, canapés before the tasting begins, or even a seated dinner.
Living Luxe: Wine is a wonderful gift. Can you describe the kind of gifting—both personal and corporate—that Two Sisters Vineyards can facilitate? What are some favourite gifts that your customers like to give, and what gift packages do you recommend?
Melissa and Angela: Our wines make perfect gifts for both wine enthusiasts and those just beginning to explore. We strive to ensure that the presentation of our gifts is as exceptional as the award-winning wines inside. We offer co-branded wooden crates, sleek carriers, and magnetic boxes, along with customized bundles tailored to our clients’ needs. One of our most popular options is the co-branded wooden crates, which allow clients to present a personalized gift with their logo prominently displayed. Customers often choose to gift their personal favorites. Since many companies have employees spread across the country, we also provide virtual tasting experiences, enabling us to send each participant the same selection of wines. Our estate sommelier hosts these tastings, bringing everyone together virtually for a fun and educational experience.
“WE WILL ENSURE YOUR EXPERIENCE STANDS OUT THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.”
Living Luxe: Please discuss the nature of holiday dining at Two Sisters Vineyards. Are there special menus that are unique to the holiday period?
Melissa and Angela: We revise our menu seasonally, staying true to our Italian roots. Guests can expect comforting dishes made from the finest ingredients, perfectly paired with our award-winning wines from Two Sisters Vineyards.
Living Luxe: Are there plans to open Two Sisters Vineyards for dining on Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve?
Melissa and Angela: We will offer a special menu on New Year’s Eve, allowing our guests to enjoy a memorable meal before ringing in the new year. However, we will be closed on Christmas Day to give our team the chance to celebrate with their loved ones.
