LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2022

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SUMMER DEALS

While shopping at the LCBO, keep in mind that you can earn Aeroplan® points on every purchase (one point for every $4) plus more on bonus point promotions. Redeem for a $10 LCBO card for every 1,000 points. Here are three of the best deals running this summer. They’re all made in Canada, and the offer is good until July 16. For more information, including other offers and how to sign up for Aeroplan® for free, visit lcbo.com/aeroplan.

Lily Sparkling Wine VQA LCBO 418657, $17.95

Boy Meets Grill ASK AN EXPERT

To get some inside tips for better grilling this summer, we talked to Food & Drink contributor Jesse Vallins, who is also the executive chef at the iconic Barberian’s Steak House in Toronto.

Northern Keep Vodka LCBO 15012, $31.45

What are some common grilling mistakes? Not waiting until the grill is hot enough before putting food on it. It’s why food sticks and doesn’t get nice grill marks. Not adequately cleaning it. A clean grill is always going to grill better. Clean it after you cook while it’s still very hot. It only takes a few minutes. What’s the best way to light charcoal? Use a chimney. Takes a little bit longer, but you don’t need to use lighter fluid. Don’t pack it too tightly with charcoal because fire needs oxygen. In 20 minutes, you’ll have hot coals. Pour them into your barbecue, then pour more charcoal on top.

(coulotte in French) is the muscle above the top sirloin. It has great marbling and is very tender. A Merlot steak is cut from the backside of the upper leg—there are only two per cow! It’s flattish, rectangular, and has a texture similar to flank, but with a finer grain. What are some tips to grilling juicy burgers? Make sure you have enough fat in your grind; I would say 25 per cent. Keep the mixture as cold as possible, close to 32°F (0°C), right up until cooking. Don’t overwork your mix or it will lead to a tougher texture. Don’t make patties less than 1-inch (2.5-cm) thick and don’t move them around too much. Finally, allow your burger to rest 3 to 4 minutes after it’s off the grill. Bite into it too early, and the juice will all pour out.

Moosehead Lager LCBO 25819, 473 mL, $2.95

Are there any “secret” cuts of steak worth seeking out?

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Petite or clod tender is between the top blade and shoulder. It’s quite lean with a deep beefy flavour, but it’s still so tender. The sirloin cap

Try Jesse’s grill recipes, paired with white wine, in “Together at Last” (p. 141).

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