LCBO Food & Drink Holiday 2019

MIX AND MATCH

Meatless menus

WHITE WINE Your white wine is aro­ matic and flavourful , favouring New World varietals. It drinks well with most vegetables, even the brassicas and bitter greens that can be difficult to pair. Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Fumé Blanc VINTAGES 221887, $22.95

REDWINE Think full-bodied and firm reds that ground your food and con- tribute earthy flavours earned through longer bottle ageing. Muga Reserva Rioja VINTAGES 177345, $26.95

ROSÉ An easygoing and fruity rosé complements a menu that might incor- porate spicy flavours from Indian, Asian or other vegetarian-focused cuisines. Henry of Pelham Rosé VQA LCBO 613471, $14.95

You cook vegan or vegetarian main dishes, but your food has so many robust flavours from nuts, miso and other umami bombs, your guests never miss the meat. You use non-dairy products and bor- row spices from various cuisines. You tend to cook: £ tofu, Tofurky or other soy proteins £ roasted vegetable mains £ lentil or other pulse/bean loaves/patties £ non-dairy “cheese” or cream sauce £ miso sauce or gravy £ potatoes or other starchy root vegetables

Find the recipe for Warm Green Lentils online at lcbo.com/fdholiday19.

for toasting A sparkling wine with plenty of fla- vour (such as cava, which often carries an undertone of anise that will make veggies sing), offers a festive toast with your meal. Villa Conchi Brut Seleccion LCBO 577148, $17.55

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HOLIDAY 2019 FOOD & DRINK