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If you’ve got a vegan coming over for dinner, there are a number of easy-to-cook plant-based proteins to throw on the grill. Cut extra-firm tofu into chunks and thread onto skewers with veggies and a bold marinade. Pick up a package of Impossible Burger (Sobeys, 340 g, $11.99), a vegan faux mince for next-level veggie burgers. Or grill a hunk of seitan (a.k.a. wheat gluten), glaze with teriyaki sauce and slice it like a steak. Plant-based proteins

and remove from the heat. When they’re hot, drain and quickly grill to crisp and char the exterior. Once you’ve embraced this two-step method, there’s no going back.

Hot dogs and other precooked sausages have a tendency to dry out on the grill. For moist, juicy links every time, give them a bath first. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add your dogs, cover

9 GRILLING CORN Boiling corn for a crowd can turn into a logistical nightmare. There is a better way. Soak ears of corn in their husks for two hours. Drain and grill over high heat, turning occasionally, until nicely charred, about 15 minutes. Place in a stockpot or clean cooler, drape with a kitchen towel and cover with a lid for up to two hours. The corn stays hot while you’re grilling the rest of dinner, and when it’s time to serve, just peel and eat!

10 When it comes to grill- friendly wines, turn to Ontario. Here are my top three picks. Best BBQ wines

Henry of Pelham Cuvée Catharine Rosé Brut VQA LCBO 217505, $32.95 Delicious with fish, chicken and even lamb, this pink sparkler goes with just about everything. Try with: Grilled “Pizza al Tonno” with Tomato & Herb Salad

Tawse Sketches of Niagara Riesling VQA LCBO 89029, $18.95 This racy, off-dry Riesling is the perfect pour with pork, from slow-smoked ribs to spicy sausages. Try with: Miso Pork & Japanese Eggplant Skewers

Malivoire Gamay VQA LCBO 591313, $19.95

This bright, fruity red is light enough to enjoy with grilled salmon, and it has enough heft to match a juicy cheeseburger. Try with: Wine Can Cornish Hens with Sumac & Pomegranate Molasses

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