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In 2020, Heather founded Sips Toronto, a boutique wine business, specializing in events, education and gifting which has now expanded to include hospitality consulting and Canada wide private cellar management services.

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Heather McDougall is a certified sommelier (International Sommelier Guild & WSET) who has spent over a  decade honing her skills in both retail and restaurant settings across Canada.

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She is a firm believer that the world of wine should be fun and delicious. If that is not the case, you are likely with the wrong people. 

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She is the Technical Director for the Canadian Association of Professional Sommelier in Ontario, is the Toronto Ambassador for Star Wine Lists, and is a past national judge for Canada's 100 Best Restaurants.

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