LCBO Food & Drink Spring 2025

CELEBRATIONS

Rites of Sprıng Spring’s hallmark rituals are an annual call to celebrate the season. Whether you’re hosting the crowd or ringing the doorbell as an invitee, cherish the moment in a time-honoured way: with a special toast. Here’s how to make each occasion one to remember.

BY DOUG WALLACE ————— PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES TSE

Milestone Moments

Taking the time to recognize landmark events in the lives of our friends and family helps keep us connected. A decade defining birthday or anniversary is a great reason to pull out all the stops. A colleague’s crowning achievement or a mentor’s retirement is a time to acknowledge a job well done. Celebrating an engagement or wedding shower is a chance to create anticipation for the big day. When you’re hosting, a crowd-pleasing cream liqueur, iconic wines and a non-alcoholic option with bubbly appeal provide a great range of options. For gifting, cellar-worthy Champagne and wine, or premium whisky commemorate the moment.

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Oban Little Bay Single Malt Scotch Whisky LCBO 405423, $99.95 Moët & Chandon Ice Imperial Champagne LCBO 279455, $97.30 Sancerre La Clef du Roy VINTAGES 42831, $37.95

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Mionetto Prestige De-Alcoholized Sparkling Wine LCBO 42139, $18.95

Château de Sancerre Blanc VINTAGES 42202, $35.50

Forty Creek Cinnamon Bun Cream LCBO 44150, $33.95, coming in June

FOOD STYLING BY CHRISTOPHER ST. ONGE; PROP STYLING BY STACEY SMITHERS

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