LCBO Food & Drink Early Summer 2024

8 Brand New Bag

5 Moveable Feast Looking for an elevated and individualized twist to a charcuterie board when hosting your summer soir é e? Serve i ndividual cups, boats or boxes of artfully arranged meats, cheeses and accou trements. Toronto caterer Olive & Fig (olive-fig.com) offers customization options (including vegetarian, gluten- or nut-free) from $185 per 10 people . –CR 6 Ready to Ware Toronto designer Xenia Taler’s cups and bowls score points for both func tionality and design. Made from reclaimed bamboo, they’re durable, eco-friendly and dishwasher-safe. The bold prints make them an eye-catching addition to backyard barbecues and other alfresco events. –Jessica Huras (xeniataler.com) whimsical plates,

Whether you’re going on a picnic, heading to the cottage or attending a backyard barbecue, arrive in style with the LCBO’s new Puffer Cooler Bag (L CBO 38633, $12.95 ). The brightly coloured carrier is leakproof and insulated, ensuring your drinks stay colder longer. There’s even a side pocket for stor ing keys, sunscreen and other essentials. –EV

7 Going Grey

If you’re looking for a fun day trip or weekend getaway, check out Grey County (visitgrey.ca), the picturesque region on the southern shore of Georgian Bay. You can hike the Bruce Trail, visit one of the many cideries, including Thornbury Craft (thornburycraft.com), and experience the local cuisine at farm-to-table destination Down Home by Sumac & Salt (sumacandsalt.com). –EV

9 Heat Wave Made in Thunder Bay, Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. Camp Sauce (177 mL, $12, heartbeathotsauce.com) was inspired by memories of Ontario camping trips. Featuring Scotch bonnet peppers, dates, maple syrup and malt vinegar, this sauce has a smoky sweet heat that’s terrific with summer staples from hot dogs to grilled corn. -JH

OLIVE & FIG PHOTO: SELINA WHITTAKER; GREY COUNTY PHOTO: CAMIELLE STEWART

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