Experience Professional Fromager Roxanne Renwick at the 2026 Great Canadian Cheese Festival.
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Roxanne Renwick
Professional Fromager & Brand Ambassador
Roxanne Renwick is a Professional Fromager whose expertise spans the entire lifecycle of cheese—from the creamery to the category shelf. As a Cheesemonger and Brand Ambassador for some of Canada’s most prestigious labels, including Cow’s Creamery of PEI, Gunn’s Hill Artisan Cheese of Ontario and Dairy Farmers of Canada, Roxanne blends her decades of experience cheesemaker storytelling, hosting cheese & spirit events with a deep sensory knowledge of Canadian cheeses to create visually stunning and delicious experiences.
MASTERCLASS PRESENTER
Mark Bower
Certified WSET Level 2 in Wines
Mark is a lover of everything food and drink and a certified WSET Level 2 in Wines graduate with culinary training from George Brown College, he brings both technical knowledge and kitchen instinct.
Cocktails and Cheese? Yes, please!
Roxanne Renwick & Special Guest Mark Bower
Why should wine have all the fun? Join professional fromager Roxanne Renwick and spirits expert Mark Bower for an indulgent masterclass in bold pairings. This session explores the high-impact intersection of Canada’s finest cheeses and distinctive Canadian whiskies and craft cocktails. It’s a match made in heaven for those seeking a richer, more spirited tasting experience.
What to Expect
Cocktails and Cheese
Join Roxanne and Mark for an intimate, guided tasting. Limited capacity—reserve your spot today.
All-inclusive: $80.25
Multi-Disciplinary Experts of the Craft
Roxanne Renwick
Roxanne Renwick holds a Professional Fromager Certificate from George Brown College, a foundation she uses to consult for top-tier retail groups and dairy organizations. Currently serving as a Brand Ambassador for Gunn’s Hill Artisan Cheese, COWS Inc., and Plaisirs Gourmets, she is a critical link between independent producers and the public.
Roxanne’s unique perspective is informed by her background in photography (Ryerson University) and UX Design (BrainStation), allowing her to present cheese not just as a food, but as a complete sensory and visual brand experience. Whether she is acting as a retail category consultant or a judge at competitions, Roxanne’s work is dedicated to elevating the status of Canadian artisan cheese in the global marketplace.
Mark Bower
While living abroad in South Korea it made him appreciate the balance, fermentation, and the cultural stories behind food and drink.
He loves writing about food, alcohol, and music pairings. I am often most inspired by jazz, exploring how flavour, aroma, and sound interact to create memorable sensory experiences.
Along with being an avid homebrewer of beer and cider, he continually experiments with fermentation and flavour profiles.
Whether through a structured tasting or a relaxed, story-driven evening, he likes making whisky and cheese approachable, engaging, and thoughtfully paired.
Experience the Full Festival
Discover the artisan vendors, more masterclasses.
The Artisan Marketplace
Explore the award-winning cheesemakers, craft breweries, and small-batch producers.
All Tutored Tastings
From whisky pairings to non-alcoholic alchemy—see the full weekend schedule
Tickets & Info
Get the details on admission levels, location, and how to make the most of your weekend.