LCBO Food and Drink Early Summer 2016

SEASONAL  POP-UP SUPPER

BREEZER PASSION FRUIT LCBO 447664, 4 pk, $9.95 The passion fruit is known for its musky exotic aroma and flavour; it’s a fruit that automatically conjures up thoughts of a tropical climate. This cooler has the exotic taste and flavour of passion fruit with a light efferves- cence and sweetness. It’s a great way to kick off the summer and is a cue to the warm, sunny days ahead.

The spice blend known as curry may have originated in India but it has found its way into many cuisines of the Caribbean Islands. The common spices found in curry, such as cumin, turmeric and ginger, are all bold and pungent, and they call for a drink of equal punching weight. The exotic fruit flavours of these cocktails are just the ticket as they are as bold and aromatic as the food. They are also a great fruity complement to the dish, since fruit and curry make a classic pairing.

Summer Night Flavours

CARIBBEAN TWIST PINA COLADA LCBO 447862, 700 mL, $6.85

This tasty concoction is loaded with aroma and flavour—one sip and you are immediately transported to the tropics. Serve it with lots of ice and a garnish of pineapple for a real tropi- cal treat. Coconut and pineapple are often found in Caribbean curries, as they grow well in the region—one of the reasons why this Pina Colada seems to make sense with the chicken skewers.

PALM BAY PINEAPPLE MANDARIN ORANGE LCBO 211219, 6 pk, $11.95 This vodka-based cooler delivers the great flavours of pineapple and zesty citrus. It’s not overwhelmingly sweet, which makes it super refreshing. It would be at home being sipped from the can or fancied up in a wine glass with a sliver of orange and ice.

Curried Chicken Skewers with Lime-Yogurt Dipping Sauce recipe on page 147

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