LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS

47 HOLIDAY CHEERS!

Departments drink 47 ASK THE EXPERTS HOLIDAY CHEERS! By Christine Sismondo

Made with local craft spirits and created by four Ontario bartenders, these festive drinks keep it simple yet fabulous.

73 SEASONAL PACKAGE DEALS By Charlene Rooke

A curated cocktail kit themed around someone’s favourite drink—with special touches included—makes a welcome gift. 89 FESTIVE SMOKE & BUBBLES By Dick Snyder New Year’s Eve bubbly and Ontario smoked fish shine extra bright when paired; great for small gatherings or for gifting.

167 GIFTING WRAP IT UP By Dré Dee

201 TWISTS THE GOODS ON GIVING By Erin McLaughlin Bottles that give back in more ways than one turn holiday shopping at the LCBO into something extra meaningful.

207 ENTERTAINING BRUNCH AT HOME By Victoria Walsh Lazy mornings with guests call for simple breakfast sandwiches along with tasty low- and no‑alcohol drinks.

183 LOCAL BOARDING UP By Crystal & Tara Luxmore Four locally sourced cheese and nut boards, with sips to match, are terrific for sharing with neighbours or enjoying at home.

Seasonal bags, boxes and tubes from LCBO and Vintages make beautifying your presents a snap—especially with any of our classic, new and festive bottle recommendations inside!

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264 ONTARIO MAKER MERRY MESSAGES By Brenda Morrison

18 EDITOR’S NOTES 25 INSIDE SCOOP By Eric Vellend The latest bits, bites and sips to keep you in the know.

Ontario-made greeting cards helpmake this the most wonderful time of the year for friends near and far.

262 RECIPE INDEX

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HOLIDAY 2020 FOOD & DRINK