LCBO Food & Drink Summer 2026

LCBO NOTES

From our Interim President & CEO

Dear Friends,

pouring something new and unexpected can be a real treat for guests. I also urge you to explore our world of spirits. The sheer variety of this ever-evolving category gives you endless options for seasonal cocktails. And the fresh takes we’re seeing with no- and low-alcohol products means no one’s glass needs to be empty. If exploring the new feels like a lot, there is no one better in the business than our knowledgeable in-store staff to help you decide what to try. We take sharing expertise and guiding you to make the perfect choice seriously. You can also go to LCBO.com or our mobile app to find features and stories to inspire your new summer favourite. Cheers to an amazing season with friends, family, and the best the LCBO has to offer!

Who doesn’t look forward to summer in Ontario—and not just because of the warmer weather! The new season brings a change of pace: long evenings on a patio, weekends away at a cottage, and the fun of spontaneous get-togethers. In the spirit of changing up routines, summer is also the perfect time to shake up your LCBO product choices and explore the new arrivals on our shelves, and in this issue of Food & Drink . Innovation in the drinks industry is happening at a remarkable pace, and the LCBO team does a standout job of keeping up with the constant change, discovering and curating unique products from around the world, and also championing the incredible work of local producers from right here in our backyard. Ready-to-drink (RTD) products continue to surprise and delight with new formats and flavours, while beer and cider lovers won’t be disappointed by our amazing selection of domestic offerings. For me, a chilled, crisp VQA Ontario white wine is the perfect pairing for a warm summer night, and while I have my favourites,

AARON CAMPBELL Interim President and CEO, LCBO

PORTRAIT BY CARLYLE ROUTH

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