LCBO Food & Drink Spring 2026

CONTENTS

Departments

In Every Issue

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Editor’s Notes

GRILLING

TWISTS

Protein Glow-Ups How to lift your weekend barbecue to the next level. By Victoria Walsh

Flavour Bomb Beyond Caprese Salad: Make the most

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Inside Scoop

of creamy burrata. By Michael Elliott

The latest bits, bites and sips to keep you in the know. By Eric Vellend

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ENTERTAINING

TRENDS

Big Time Epic dishes (and bottles) to satisfy the crowd. By Megan Powell, Jesse Vallins, Christina Frantzis & Charlene Rooke

Retro Refresh Vintage cocktails get a fresh new makeover for spring. By Christine Sismondo

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Recipe Index

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BARTENDER’S DAY OFF

45

Playing Favourites Mixologist Mark Dutka, who is inspired by Essex County’s agricultural bounty, shares his go-to Windsor spots. By Jessica Huras

SEASONAL

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SPRING CLEANING

Shades of Spring Honour the season’s colour with flavourful green dishes. By Jesse Vallins

Waste Not Easy weeknight meals that clear out the fridge and pantry. By Eric Vellend

PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES TSE (LEFT); MAYA VISNYEI (MIDDLE & RIGHT)

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GIFTING

Mixed Drinks Finding the right choice of drinks for any occasion or palate. By Doug Wallace

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