Elevating the presence and understanding of Greek wine through experiences
Greek Wine Week is a not for profit, grassroots festival founded in Toronto in 2023 with a simple goal: to elevate the presence and understanding of Greek wine through experiences that connect people to the culture, producers, and stories behind the bottle.
What began as a small series of events created by passionate advocates for Greek wine has grown into the first festival of its kind dedicated entirely to the wines of Greece. Today, Greek Wine Week brings together consumers, hospitality professionals, media, and trade through winemaker dinners, tastings, masterclasses, and collaborations with restaurants and cultural partners across the city.
Guided by the ancient Greek concept of moderation, the festival celebrates wine as it has long been enjoyed in Greece: alongside food, conversation, and hospitality.
Each year, winery representatives travel from Greece to participate in the festival, offering guests the opportunity to meet the people behind the wines and explore Greece’s indigenous grape varieties and historic wine regions.
Our Mandate
Our mandate is to:
- Promote Greek wine and its indigenous varietals to Canadian consumers and hospitality professionals
- Provide a platform for Greek producers to connect directly with the market
- Support education around Greece’s wine regions, history, and culture
- Foster collaboration between wineries, restaurants, media, and the hospitality community
- Build a lasting cultural and economic bridge between Greece and Canada through wine
- Promote responsible enjoyment through the ancient Greek concept of moderation
Greek Wine Week champions the wines of Greece and the people who produce them through accessible, engaging, and educational experiences that inspire discovery and appreciation.
Meet the Team
Greek Wine Week is built through collaboration between our team, participating wineries, and Toronto’s hospitality community.
Steve Kriaris
PresidentSteve Kriaris is the President of Greek Wine Week. With 25 years in the Canadian wine industry focused on Greek wines, he has been a longstanding advocate for expanding Greece’s presence and relevance in the market. Known for connecting producers with the hospitality and retail community, Steve’s vision is to build a platform where wineries, restaurants, and wine lovers come together to explore the depth and diversity of Greece’s wine culture. Through his leadership and community building, the festival continues to grow as a meaningful bridge between Greek wineries and Toronto’s dining and wine scene.
Voula Monoholias
Festival DirectorVoula Monoholias is the Festival Director of Greek Wine Week and leads the festival’s marketing, communications, and creative vision. Known for her ability to turn ideas into experiences, she guides the festival’s storytelling, partnerships, and audience engagement. With a focus on cultural connection, Voula brings winemakers and guests together at the table and helps shape a festival experience that is elevated, welcoming, and rooted in heritage and hospitality.
Pam Panesar
Operations DirectorPam Panesar is the Operations Director of Greek Wine Week and leads festival programming and execution. With extensive experience in operations and event management, she directs the planning and delivery of the festival, from venues and scheduling to participant logistics and on site execution. Her steady leadership and attention to detail ensure the festival runs smoothly and maintains a consistently high standard across the full week of experiences.
Upcoming events
We are currently confirming our full Greek Wine Week 2026 lineup and adding events on a rolling basis.