LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2017

BY BRENDA MORRISON  •  PHOTOGRAPHY BY VINCE NOGUCHI WHAT YOU NEED TO CELEBRATE CANADA AND MAKE THE MOST OF OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING ALL SUMMER LONG. MUST -HAVES

COMPACT SOLUTION Brilliant for neighbourhood parties and camping, Kikkerland’s Portable Wine Glasses ($12.50/set of two with black or white stems) are made of durable plastic with a substantial 10-oz capacity. To store them, twist off the stems, which fit inside the glasses, then stack together. There’s even a detachable carrying strap! Available at Midoco (Toronto, 416•588•7718, midoco.ca).

SUMMER STYLE Classic gingham is more popular than ever with Canadians this summer simply because of the pairing of red with white. These Canvas Gingham Baskets ($42.99, nested set of two) are a stylish way to store fresh fruit or serve burger buns at a barbecue. Avail- able at Rolo (Toronto, 877•765•6438, rolostore.com).

MARK YOUR TERRITORY As much a way to show off one’s patriotic pride as a bright idea for summer decor, these colourful pennants can be displayed individually or strung together. There’s one for Canada plus every province and territory ($18 each)—or collect the entire set of 14 for $99. Available at Drake General Store (Toronto, 416•538•2222, drakegeneralstore.ca).