Palette to Palate

Palette to Palate: Let's Go Wild

November 7, 2026 7:00-10:00 PM

 

 

Explore your wild side!

In the spirit of Tom Thomson's love of the wild, this special evening invites guests to celebrate art, creativity, and community. Enjoy wild-inspired food by Chef Jason Merton, Perfect Pairings with wine industry expert Robert Ketchin, music by DJ Todd, vault tours, silent auction, and interactive artmaking with Heather Travis. The evening will be hosted by none other than radio personality and MC Philly Markowitz!

Perfect Pairings: Discover the Wines of Georgian Bay with Robert Ketchin

Join us at the event for a special wine tasting experience with Robert Ketchin, a pioneer in Georgian Bay’s emerging wine industry and co-founder of Georgian Hills Vineyards. With over 50 years of experience in the wine and beverage industry, Robert brings a wealth of knowledge, passion, and expertise to the table. His vision for establishing a thriving cool-climate wine region in South Georgian Bay has helped put local wines on the map. Discover the distinctive flavours and characteristics of wines shaped by our region’s unique landscape and climate as Robert shares his insights, stories, and passion for exceptional Ontario wines. As Robert likes to say, “Tasting is Believing!”

Embrace the evening’s theme by dressing to impress with the Gallery’s curatorial team awarding prizes for the wildest. Think bright colours, animal prints, or any fun, flashy, or generally fabulous attire.

Tickets are $75 and include 7 tasting stations

Cash Bar
$20 for the Perfect Pairing at the event
$10 for the Vault Tour at the event

All proceeds support the Tom Thomson Art Gallery’s exhibitions, programs, and community initiatives.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026

⏰ 7–10 PM

📍 Tom Thomson Art Gallery

🎟️ Ticket Link (Login or Create Your Perfect Mind Account to Access Tickets).

🎟️ Tickets also available at the Tom Thomson Art Gallery 

+ Dress to impress – show us your wild side!

 

Palette to Palate MENU   Crack the CanvasCaramel crème brûlée with a delicate, crackable sugar crust, beautifully finished with edible flowers. A little interactive art—with a sweet reward beneath the surface.   Flights of ColourA colourful hummus triptych: three individually garnished tastings presented together for each guest featuring “Off the Beet-en Path”, “The Golden Hour” carrot ginger hummus, and “After Dark” chocolate hummus.   Wild ChildMini steamed bao buns filled with sticky hoisin pork belly, crunchy Asian slaw, and sesame seeds. Soft, sticky, crisp, and playful.   Into the Wild WoodsA small tasting of earthy mushroom soup with roasted garlic and thyme, finished with crispy mushrooms and a swirl of truffle cream. Rich woodland flavours with an artful flourish.   The Black SheepA mini lamb slider topped with whipped goat cheese, caramelized onion jam, and peppery arugula, tucked into a homemade black bun. A bold little bite that stands out from the flock.   A Black Tie Affair   Shrimp cocktail reimagined in a mini wine glass, with layers of avocado-lime mousse and classic horseradish cocktail sauce. Finished with an elegant garnish—a little formalwear for a wildly creative evening.

 

Contact the TOM

Phone: 519-376-1932
Email: ttag@tomthomson.org

840 1st Ave W

Owen Sound, ON N4K 4K4

Contact us

Phone: 519-376-1932

Gallery Hours:

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 5:00

Sunday - Monday Closed

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