LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2017

It’s the first true sign of the Ontario summer—getting the planting done once the last fear of frost is over. That’s some- thing to celebrate, and we have just the menu for you, per- fectly suited to that first triumphant garden party of the year. And as the days go by and the sun gets warmer, a glass of icy sangria starts to look better and better. Check out the deli- cious variations we offer on that classic favourite. Or maybe Chardonnay is your preference? We have a report from last year’s International Cool-Climate Chardonnay Celebration (i4c) in Niagara to serve as a preview for the next one, hap- pening in July—it’s not too early to start booking your place at this fabulous weekend full of amazing wines and gourmet food. Talking of delicious treats, Joanne Yolles provides stun- ning recipes for miniature desserts that will be the talk of any party. And Lucy Waverman turns up the heat with kebabs that call for the latest hottest spice rubs and marinades. The temperature’s rising. Summer is coming! EARLY SUMMER

PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROB FIOCCA

64 GARDEN VARIETY | 72 SWEET SOMETHINGS | 78 CELEBRATING CHARDONNAY 86 KEBABS WITH KICK! | 92 SANGRIA 2.0