Got into the hobby about a year ago myself. First off, have faith in your abilities. Not all my brews have been as successful as eachother but a couple have been absolutely splendid and at least comparable to commercial efforts with a very simple setup. Second, sorry to poo poo the 14th St Home Vitner reccomendation but I'm not overly fond of the gentleman who runs it. Wouldn't sell me campden tablets and was very insistent on his methods and told me not to believe the internet. Pretty bonkers if you ask me. Gone to Grape to Glass for most of my grain. The guy is a little fussy in his own way too. Seems to prefer to do business over email and was a little grumpy when i phoned him, regardless his stock seems second to none.
Unfortunately their stock is a little limited especially when it comes to beer but I would very much recommend Wine Kitz in Varsity. They've been tops in terms of customer service and I have no hesitation whatsover when i've had to ask for guidance whereas the other guys have been a little finicky.
Cheers and good luck.
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