Denise Reid, Gleaner Writer

Brand and product development manager at GraceKennedy Dianna Smith and her counterpart executive chef and food consultant Walcon Austin toast each other at GraceKennedy's wine tasting which was held at Grand Lido Braco. - photo by Denise Reid

Launching its new line of wines from the Bliss family, GraceKennedy recently hosted a fine evening of wine tasting at Grand Lido Negril.

At the launch, the hotel's chef Gal Kotzez whipped up a few choice hors d'oeuvres to complement the taste of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sauvignon blanc and Chardonnay wines.

Out to enjoy the wines were food and beverage manager of Beaches Sandy Bay Richard Warren, Armando Haces, Patrick Watt, Carl Barnett, Frederick Rodriguez Marti, Charmaine Innis, Dianna Smith, Carlene Christie and Marlon Ennis.