LCBO Food & Drink Autumn 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEPARTMENTS

FOOD

TWISTS OLIVE OIL DESSERTS  By Signe Langford Baked cakes imbued with the fabulous flavour of olive oil— ideal for the last warm afternoons on the deck.

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SEASONAL KALE . By Christopher St. Onge

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Prepare to reconsider kale with four new recipes—including a superb Thanksgiving stu ng—that do wonders with this superfood. QUICK & EASY FALLING FOR FRITTERS  By Amy Rosen Light yet satisfying suppers that are easy to pull together on a weeknight or for informal entertaining.

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FLAVOURS PURE & SIMPLE  By Heather Trim

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Nut butters are all-natural testaments to genuine flavour, plus they’re so easily made sweet or savoury with di erent ingredients.

IN EVERY ISSUE

EDITOR’S NOTES

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DRINK

A SPLASH OF CIDER The earthy flavours of hard cider are versatile and go splendidly with white meat, especially the Thanksgiving turkey. WHAT’S NEW A selection of products from around the world available at the LCBO and Vintages. MUST-HAVES Things we love for entertaining and around the house. TRENDSPOTTING Our experts suggest what to Eat, Drink and Try this season.

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SPIRITS  TALL, DARK & HANDSOME  By Eric Vellend Uniquely nuanced, these cocktails o er a depth of flavour perfect for fall with a hint of summery refreshment.

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BEER HIP HOPS  By Stephen Beaumont

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Single-hop beers pinpoint the true flavours and aromas of di erent types of hops, which are instrumental in creating distinctive brews.

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LOCAL THE ART OF ARTISANS  By James Chatto

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RECIPE INDEX

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SOURCE RESOURCE

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Working with passion and pride, three small producers of exceptional wine, spirits and cider create products well worth seeking out.

SPOTLIGHT Wylie Mycologicals Ltd.: Just north of Owen Sound, Bill and Micky Wylie produce exotic mushrooms in a rainbow of colours.

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