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GREAT WINE IS IN OUR NATURE

Made from 100% sustainably sourced grapes

Latitude Sauvignon Blanc Wonderfully aromatic, fresh tasting wines from Marlborough’s ‘Golden Mile’, a strip of land covered with ancient sunstones and highly regarded for its outstanding grape-growing conditions.

Classic Sauvignon Blanc A fruit forward Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc that reflects

Lighter Sauvignon Blanc Grapes harvested early to produce a full flavour profile and wines that are 25% lower in alcohol * .

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SPLENDOUR ON THE GRASS Take it outside: Our delectable picnic menu caters to the whole crowd. BY CHRISTOPHER ST. ONGE 98 ’ADE TO ORDER Homemade ’ades star as a fruitful source of flavour for new and refreshing summer cocktails. BY VICTORIA WALSH 104 KINDRED SPIRIT Styles and ages, cocktails and recipes—here’s everything you need to know about rum. BY CHARLENE ROOKE WITH JESSE VALLINS 112 LOAFING AROUND Yogurt cake, banana bread and cornbread show off their versatility in sweet and savoury ways. BY ERIC VELLEND

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ON THE COVER The darker side of rosé, page 77.

Photography by Maya Visynei

PHOTOGRAPHS BY (TOP) ROB FIOCCA; (BOTTOM RIGHT) DARREN KEMPER

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SPRING MOMENTS MADE GREAT.

Make them smile with LCBO gift cards, ideal for every spring occasion! Find gift cards, stylish packaging and more at LCBO.com/gifts.

Available at LCBO.com and select stores while quantities last.

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THE DARKER SIDE OF ROSÉ

Juicy, Fruity and Fun These fruity, light- to medium bodied rosés are lively and nimble, delicious on their own, and great with food, thanks to refreshing red and blue berry fruit and even some tropical notes. Look for Pinot Noir, Grenache and sometimes even Pinot Gris in these blends. PAIRINGS Think Mediterranean food. The structure in these wines loves cheese or creamy sauces and dips, with the wine’s fruit-forward zing bringing out the best in savoury canapés, vegetarian flatbreads and charcuterie, plus mezes and tapas. OCCASIONS These are great aperitivo wines: best served from an ice bucket, with a spread of delicious snacks, perhaps at the cottage or a convivial backyard gathering. One hundred per cent Garnacha results in a vibrant wine, juicy with raspberry and cherry fruit and delicate floral aromas, with a hint of sweet spice. Speck Bros. Family Tree ‘The Merry Widow’ Rosé VQA LCBO 24972, $16.95 A vibrant strawberry pink from some extra time soaking on the grape skins, this is a beautifully balanced expression of citrus, berries and a hint of tropical fruits. Campo Viejo Rosé LCBO 23745, $14.95

13th Street Expression Cabernet Franc Rosé VQA LCBO 20359, $15.95

Asparagus Crostini with Grapefruit & Mint is a texture and flavour match with a juicier rosé, with the citrus and herbs melding with similar tastes in the wine. Find this recipe at lcbo.com/fdearlysummer22

Combining the subtle herbal notes of Cabernet Franc with a splash of Pinot Noir, this rosé boasts generous currant flavours that add a lovely accent to tapas.

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Fresco di Masi’s low alcohol content (12% or less) makes it as light and refreshing as a cool breeze on a hot day.

Quench your thirst for spontaneous gatherings and say “Cheers” to summer with a light and organic new wine from celebrated Italian winemaker Masi.

Sustainable production: Discerning consumers will appreciate Fresco di Masi’s commitment to organic cultivation and plastic-free packaging.

YOU DON’T NEED A PASSPORT to savour La Dolce Vita this season. Handcrafted in Verona, Italy, Fresco di Masi is made from organic grapes harvested at the coolest time of day and immediately vinified. The result is a high-quality traditional wine with a twist: both Fresco di Masi Bianco Verona and Fresco di Masi Rosso Verona are unfiltered, organic, and low alcohol—

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Fresco di Masi Rosso LCBO 22196, $18.95 Whether sipped as an aperitif or served with Mediterranean cuisine, Fresco di Masi Rosso Verona entices with its ripe-cherry acidity and pomegranate and blackberry aromas.

> Fresco di Masi Bianco LCBO 22195, $18.95 The colour of late-afternoon sunshine, Fresco di Masi Bianco Verona features white-fruit fragrance with a clean, pineapple-forward finish that makes it an ideal partner for fish and vegetarian dishes.

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There’s no need to wait until April—it’s Earth Day every day in Ontario wine country where the spirit of sustainability thrives. Here, green winemaking starts with a commitment to nurturing the fruits of home. That’s why Ontario VQA wines are made from 100 per cent Ontario-grown grapes. Thirteen Ontario VQA winemakers have chosen to level up their commitment to eco-conscious cultivation, by becoming certified sustainable. Wineries that are certified sustainable take a comprehensive approach to environmentally conscious winemaking. Not only do they follow best practices related to water conservation, waste reduction and eco-friendly power choices, but they also take to heart their responsibility to create sustainable social communities by being good neighbours and employers. Great grapes, environmentally responsible winemaking practices and a healthy respect for the people that live and work within their communities—there’s a lot to love about Ontario’s world-class winemakers. Show your love for these three certified sustainable local wines by bringing them home this spring.

Pelee Island Lola Pinot Grigio VQA 10485 l 750 mL l $14.95 Light & Crisp (XD – 4 g/L) As crisp and refreshing as a spring day, this local wine features green apple, pear and citrus flavours.

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Flat Rock TwistedWhite VQA 1578 l 750 mL l $17.95 Aromatic & Flavourful (M – 18 g/L) You’ll get a taste of the unexpected with this vivid blend of Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Chardonnay. A Vintages Essential

Red HouseWine Co. Cabernet Merlot VQA 20938 l 750 mL l $13.95 Full-bodied & Smooth (D – 11 g/L)

A silky red that boasts ripe strawberry and raspberry flavours. Aging in oak imparts smooth depth.

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Splendour

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’ A DE T O ORDE R STRETCH YOUR IMAGINATION AND GO BEYOND LEMONADE TO DISCOVER A NEW BREED OF COCKTAILS WITH KICKED-UP FLAVOURS, COURTESY OF FRUIT ’ADES FEATURING EVERYTHING FROM RHUBARB TO WILD STRAWBERRIES. BY V I C T O R I A WA L S H PHOTOGRAPHY BY R O B F I O C C A

FOOD STYLING BY CHRISTOPHER ST. ONGE; PROP STYLING BY GENEVIEVE WISEMAN

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LAVENDER & HONEY LEMONADE SWIZZLE P. 162 .

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No matter how you slice it, easy-to-bake loaves are perfect to have on hand for quick snacks or as elevated desserts when company drops by.

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From one of Western Australia’s largest family-owned and -operated wineries, this versatile Shiraz isfloral, with dark berry and spice. Pair with vegetarian chili. ALKOOMI SHIRAZ 2019 Frankland River, Western Australia 138560 (XD) 750 mL $17.00 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 97 points (Royal Adelaide Wine Show) Based on Sangiovese, this Supertuscan includes Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It’s ripe and plush, with red fruit, black cherry and spice. Try it with lamb burgers. DUCA DI SARAGNANO GOVERNO 2019 IGT Toscana Rosso, Tuscany, Italy 25399 (XD) 750 mL $17.00 2 Full-bodied & Smooth 98 points (Luca Maroni)

$17 SOLUTION. AVAILABLE IN STORES AND ONLINE APRIL 30, 2022. Featured products may not be available in all Vintages locations. Visit lcbo.com/vintages for availability and store locations. Prices subject to change.

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DUCA DI SARAGNANO Chianti Governo

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DUCA DI SARAGNANO Super Tuscan

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Taste a winemaking innovation 500 years in the making from one of Italy’s top wineries.* Tuscany’s Governo method, like Ripasso and Amarone, yields wines with profound power and depth. Try for yourself with Duca di Saragnano limited release Super Tuscan and Chianti Governo (96 points, Luca Maroni) available year-round at the LCBO.

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FLAVOURS Pineapple Express It’s not just for Hawaiian pizzas. The pineapple packs plenty of juicy flavour into cocktails, mains and dessert. Learn to use it and cut it like a pro, and reduce waste by using every part of it, from leaves to skin.

BY VICTORIA WALSH | PHOTOGRAPHY BY MAYA VISYNEI AND ROB FIOCCA

PINEAPPLE & BASIL AGUA FRESCA P. 169

Imported pineapple is available year-round in Canada, but did you know that it’s in season right now?! Take advantage of this alluring fruit’s prime time in recipes both savoury and sweet. Reinvent pineapple with a sheet pan dinner, enjoy in a lively sipper or even tell strawberries to move over by having it star in sweet shortcakes.

FOOD STYLING BY CHRISTOPHER ST. ONGE; PROP STYLING BY CATHERINE MCFADYEN

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GOOD TIMES MADE SIMPLE. NEW COLD BREW TEA

Ingredients • 1,5 oz Spicebox Whisky • 1/2 cup of cantaloupe passed to the blender or pounded • 1 oz Juice of lime • 3 oz One, Two, Tea! • Ice PREPARATION In a shaker, pound the cantaloupe or pour the cantaloupe first crushed to the blender. Add the whiskey, lime juice and ice. Shake 10 seconds. Pour into a highball glass, retaining the contents of the shaker. Add new ice and the One, Two, Tea!. Serve.

Ingredients • 1,5 oz Sortilège Original • 3 oz White Cranberry Juice

• 4 oz One, Two, Tea! • 0.5 oz Grenadine • Maraschino Cherries for topping (optional) • Ice

PREPARATION In a wine glass, add the ice and then the grenadine. Then add the Sortilège, cranberry juice and One, Two, Tea!. Garnish with cherries on a pick and serve.

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Recipes With wine, beer and spirit pairings by the LCBO’s Customer Engagement Group.

Inside Scoop from page 23

in case guests wish to add more spice or dilute their drinks more. Garnish each glass with a sprig of thyme.

container and discard solids. Store, refrigerated, for 1 to 2 weeks.

BLUE LAGOON It’s unclear who invented the original radiant blue highball, though it likely happened shortly after the cult movie of the same name was released in 1980. In our version, the vodka is bumped up, the Curaçao is dialed back, and fresh lemon juice and club soda make it sparkle. 1 1/4 oz vodka 1/2 oz Cointreau 1/2 oz Blue Curaçao 3/4 oz strained fresh lemon juice 1/4 oz Simple Syrup (recipe follows) 1. Pour vodka, Cointreau, Curaçao, lemon juice and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker. Add three ice cubes. Shake for 5 seconds. Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with ice. Top with club soda. Lightly stir. Garnish with lemon wheel. 3 oz club soda, chilled Lemon wheel to garnish

Makes enough for 16 drinks

Makes 6 drinks

EARL GREY TEA SYRUP To a saucepan, add 1 cup

NOLITA COCKTAIL There’s nothing better than a refreshing long drink on a hot afternoon, like this sophisticated non-alcoholic sipper that brings faux tequila and Italian bitter tonic together with fresh citrus. 1 1/2 oz Søbrii Ø-Tequila 1 1/2 oz fresh pink grapefruit juice 1/2 oz fresh lime juice 2 oz Festivo Portofino Bitter Tonic 1 sprig rosemary 1. Over ice, shake Søbrii together with citrus juices for 30 seconds. Strain into tall glass filled with fresh ice. Add tonic and garnish with rosemary. more interesting—and inclusive— thanks to non-alcoholic bitters and a gorgeously fizzy and lightly sweet sparkling rosé… Something to celebrate! 3/4 oz Novara 2 oz Fentimans Victorian Lemonade (or another premium brand of sparkling lemonade) 5 oz Bottega 0 Rose 1 sprig mint 1. Fill a large wineglass with ice and build the drink by adding Novara and then the lemonade. Gently stir it up, then carefully pour in the Bottega 0 Rose. Garnish with mint. Makes 1 cocktail NOVA SPRITZ Spritz season just got a lot

(250 mL) water, 1 cup (250 mL) sugar and 4 Earl Grey tea bags. Bring to a boil, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool and discard tea bags. Cover and store, refrigerated, for up to 3 weeks.

Bring on the Bubbles from page 43

THINK PINK Strawberries, ruby red grapefruit and rosemary perfectly complement the dense bubbles that Prosecco is known for. 1. To a cocktail shaker, add 1 to 2 strawberries (fresh or frozen), chopped. Muddle or mash with a spoon. Fill the shaker with ice and add 1 oz ruby red grapefruit juice. Shake sharply and strain into a flute or coupe. Top with 4 oz Prosecco and garnish with a rosemary sprig. GINGER-CUMIN SYRUP Flavoured syrups are simple to make, but add a ton of flavour and complexity to your cocktails. The longer you leave the cumin seeds and ginger in the liquid, the more intense the flavour will be. Makes 1 cocktail 1 tbsp (15 mL) cumin seeds, crushed 2 tbsp (30 mL) grated fresh ginger 1 tsp (5 mL) lemon zest 1. Add all ingredients to a small pot. Bring to a boll, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Continue to boil for 1 to 2 minutes. 1 cup (250 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) white sugar

Makes enough for 16 drinks

Less is More from page 61

PALOMINO PUNCH This zesty, lower-alcohol punch takes inspiration from the southern coast of Spain, where it’s common to sip a little fino sherry in the afternoon with a light snack. Dehydrated citrus wheels can be made at home or purchased online at cocktailemporium.com or the craftybartender.com.

Makes 1 drink

SIMPLE SYRUP Bring 1 cup (250 mL) water to a boil and stir in 1 cup (250 mL) sugar until dissolved. Pour into jar and let cool. If storing, cover and refrigerate for up to 1 month.

10 oz Tio Pepe Extra Dry Fino Sherry 10 oz pineapple juice 4 oz fresh lemon juice 10 oz Grace ginger beer Fresh and dehydrated lime wheels (for garnish) Fresh thyme (for garnish) Extra ginger beer

Makes 1 1/2 cups (375 mL)

1. In a small punch bowl, combine sherry, pineapple juice and lemon juice. Add king cubes of ice to keep dilution to a minimum; if unavailable, regular ice will do. Add ginger beer and lime wheels for garnish.

2. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Strain liquid into a lidded

2. Serve with ice-filled punch cups and extra bottles of ginger beer,

Makes 1 cocktail

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1. Always put pizza stone in the oven before you turn it on. 2. Toss the leftover sauce with penne and plenty of Parmesan. 3. Always proof store-bought pizza

A Splash of Vodka

Retro rosé sauce spiked with vodka is the star of this easy, cheesy pizza.

PIZZA ALLA VODKA (P. 170)

[WHAT WE USED] Vodka’s contribution to this rosé sauce is subtle, but essential. You may not notice it, but it’s a lesser sauce without it. We used Sobieski Vodka ( LCBO 181636, $31.55 ), a smooth, affordable, rye-based spirit from Poland that adds a touch of sweetness and peppery spice.

Penne alla vodka was a ubiquitous pasta dish in the 1980s. The beloved vodka-spiked emulsion of tomatoes and cream has experienced a resurgence of late—you can even buy it jarred at the supermarket. Here, we use it on a plain cheese pizza that’s anything but plain. With our special technique, you’ll get a restaurant-quality pie with a golden crust, gooey mozzarella and nutty parmigiano. Once you try vodka sauce on pizza, there’s no going back. —Eric Vellend

dough before you stretch it.

PHOTOGRAPH BY JAMES TSE; FOOD STYLING BY LINDSAY GUSCOTT; PROP STYLING BY CHRISTINE HANLON

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Now you’re cooking with electric. The all-electric IONIQ 5.

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Whether in the kitchen or on the road, design and performance matter. The beautifully-designed, first-ever IONIQ 5 marks the new standard for electric vehicles and is the latest addition to our industry-leading range of electrified options. Every part of the IONIQ 5 was designed to please. It leads the way in range, with up to 488 kilometres on a single charge ^ , and in speed of charging, with an incredible 100 kilometres of additional range in just five minutes with a 350 kW DC fast charger. Inside the IONIQ 5, you’ll discover a full suite of exciting features, like dual 12.3" screens, Augmented Reality Heads-up Display and your very own Driver’s Relaxation Seat — allowing you to recharge while your IONIQ 5 does. So, when you’re ready to plug into electric, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be Plugged into you.

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™ / ®The Hyundai name, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned or licensed by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. All other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ^All-electric driving range of 488 kilometres based on a battery capacity of 77.4 kWh and battery usage rate of 18.6 kWh/100 kilometres. Calculated based on a fully charged battery. Based on manufacturer testing and used for comparison purposes only. Actual range may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Vehicle is shown with optional accessories. Equipment shown is not included.