LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2022

EDITOR’S NOTES

Make a Splash!

Now that we are easing into getting back together, this is the year to roll out the red carpet when entertaining. We’re all for BBQs, picnics and potlucks, but after a few summers spent apart, consider planning something extra special. Here are a few ideas… Who doesn’t love a carnival—for the rides, of course, but even more for the food! We asked our Food Editor, Eric Vellend, to twist some of those favourites into cocktail party versions that are sure to delight your guests— especially when you deck out your backyard to match the theme. Check out page 98 to get inspired. If your family and friends are campers—or if you’ve been thinking of giving camping a try—we have a host of hearty plant based ideas for what to serve while you’re away, starting on page 124. Or if a big family reunion is in the works, turn your attention to “Supersized” on page 159. There you’ll find recipes that are sized up to serve a crowd, plus large format drinks and mixed packs to have on hand. Speaking of drinks, they are top of mind in the summer— and imperative for raising a toast. For something deliciously decadent, our five “Creamy Cocktails” on page 104 feature ice cream as the starring ingredient—they’re perfect as an afternoon treat or instead of dessert. For pure refreshment factor, we love “Tall Orders” on page 51.

and put those delicacies on full display in the recipes starting on page 57. And what’s a BBQ without pasta salad? We all have our go-to recipes, but we wanted to shake things up a bit and asked Victoria Walsh to break down the basics of how to bring fresh flavours to this summer favourite (page 133). Last, but not least, two traditional rites of summer are weddings and road trips. Drinks Editor Charlene Rooke has plenty of ideas for liquid gifts starting on page 110 and our editorial team has pulled together 9+ foods and drinks that are worth a stop as you make your way across the province (page 26). Whether you’re keeping busy or taking it easy, we hope you enjoy the issue and your summer!

Using only a few ingredients, these are long, icy, easy-to-make cocktails that taste as great as they look. Summer also has its classic, never-out-of-style cocktails too—perhaps none more so than the Daiquiri. Turn to page 85 to read all about the origins and evolution of this drink and then choose from several recipe options to find your favourite. As with every season, there are certain staples that can’t be missed: seize the moment and seek out local melons to replicate any of the tasty recipes in “Mad for Melon” on page 118. Also keep an eye out for the freshest Canadian seafood popping up in grocery stores and markets

If you’re looking to keep up with the latest drinks, trends and entertaining inspiration, check out the LCBO’s Summer Hot List at lcbo.com/hotlist to make the most of all the moments of summer.

JODY DUNN Editor, LCBO Food & Drink

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PHOTOGRAPH BY JAMES TSE

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