LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2016

GOT A LIGHT? Be prepared to light candles for impromptu alfresco din- ners or unexpected brown- outs by keeping a Matchstick Bottle from Skeem Design ($22.98) on hand. Featur- ing a unique strike-on label, these vintage-style bottles contain wooden matches with colourful tips—lovely to display or give, alongside a candle. Available at Town (Toronto, 647•748•8696, townthestore.com).

BUZZ WORTHY The good old-fashioned method of using a jar filled with sugar water to attract and capture wasps has been given a modern makeover with this attractive SagaformWasp Trap ($36.99). A great hostess gift when visiting a cottage! Available at Bergo Designs (Toronto, 416•861•1821, bergo.ca).

CROWD PLEASER Originally designed for storing olive oil, the fustis is fast-becoming the “it” way to serve drinks this summer. With a 15-litre capacity, the stainless-steel beverage dispenser ($249) is a real crowd-pleaser at summer parties. Keep filled with water, fresh juice or even a large batch of Mojitos! Available at CB2 (Toronto, 416•366•2828, cb2.com).

FOR HIP STIRS Here’s a delightful way to add a retro touch to your mocktails and cocktails (and help guests identify their drinks). These acrylic Mod Stir Sticks (set of 8, $31.99) are made in the mid-century design capital of Palm Springs and are available at BYOB Cocktail Emporium (Toronto, 647•727•3600, cocktailemporium.ca).

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