LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2019

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DEPARTMENTS FOOD

SEASONAL SAVOURY STRAWBERRIES By Signe Langford The berry everyone loves goes savoury—surprising and delighting in flavourful dishes.

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ENTERTAINING FLOWER POWER By Eshun Mott

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For Instagram-worthy dishes, flower garnishes do the trick—here’s all you’ll need to know, from which ones to use, to where to use them. FLAVOURS VARIATIONS ON SEAWEED By Eric Vellend With its umami flavour and health benefits, seaweed has washed ashore again—as seasoning, sheets and more. QUICK & EASY WEEKNIGHT WONDERS By Monda Rosenberg Easily transform store-bought sauces with simple recipes that elevate them from serviceable to sensational. TRENDS HOW TO SOUS VIDE By Jennifer MacKenzie Bring this popular restaurant technique into your own kitchen with our how-to primer, tips and recipes.

DRINK

BEER SUMMER BEER GUIDE By Crystal & Tara Luxmore FromMay Two-Four through to Labour Day—discover new products, can’t-miss picks, and great ideas for any occasion big or small. WINE SALAD DAYS By Charlene Rooke With savoury and substantial toppings—and a well-paired glass of wine—salad is a meal in itself.

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SEASONAL SPIRITED SUNDAES By Julia Aitken

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Desserts and after-dinner drinks become one in spirit-infused ice‑cream sundaes, all inspired by classic dessert flavours.

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IN EVERY ISSUE

EDITOR’S NOTES

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A SPLASH OF ROSÉ Infused with rosé wine, a simply modern jelly dessert that is perfect for summer. 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 Shake up your summer spice routine—in the kitchen, at the BBQ and behind the bar.

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RECIPE INDEX

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SOURCE RESOURCE

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KITCHEN ESSENTIALS The Perfect Cup of Tea: Expand your skills or learn something new through cooking methods, information, recipes and tips.

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