LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2024

Heat Wave TRENDS

As the temperature climbs, go ahead and lean into it by dialing up the heat in the kitchen. Turn cocktails, sandwiches and even dessert into hot stuff with a kick of spice.

NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH P. 122 Nashville’s fiery fowl handheld was simply too delectable to stay within Tennessee’s borders. Despite its long-standing popularity in the Music City, its widespread fame across North America only emerged in the 2010s, partly due to KFC’s introduction of rendition delivers all the signature flavour, crunch and tenderness needed to make it worthy of the Nashville name. its version of the dish. Our

BY JESSICA HURAS AND CHRISTINA FRANTZIS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROB FIOCCA

When summer heat reaches its peak, one great solution is to fight fire with fire. It’s no coincidence that some of the hottest destinations around the world, from South America to Southeast Asia, are known for their fiery cuisines. Spicy dishes have been shown to help the body cool off by increasing blood circulation and perspiration. Beat the heat with these ideas for embracing the warm weather by spicing up your summer dishes and drinks.

FOOD STYLING BY CHRISTOPHER ST. ONGE; PROP STYLING BY ANDREA McCRINDLE

Hot on LCBO Shelves

Heartwood Farm Eve Goes Badass Sparkling Cider LCBO 36765, 355 mL, $3.95 Ghost and cayenne peppers grown at the Heartwood Farm & Cidery in Erin bring a lingering liveliness to this refreshing cider.

The Keg Spicy Horseradish Caesar LCBO 36606, 458 mL, $3.85

Smirnoff Spicy Tamarind LCBO 33200, $32.15 With its blend of tangy tamarind, fresh lime and

The Keg’s take on Canada’s classic drink of summer is spiked with horseradish for a boost of zippy flavour.

Mexican-style chili notes, this big-flavoured beverage makes a balanced base for cocktails.

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