Sweet Corn: The Golden Treasure Of Summer
byThe first thing I think of at a picnic or when I attend an outdoor summer party, is sweet Ontario summer corn. I consider…
Food & Drink
Stop and smell the Rosé
byRosé used to be considered a slightly unsophisticated patio pleaser, a wine somewhere in between red and white. Historically, it was often sweet and mostly fairly unexciting. However, times have changed and rosé is rapidly on the rise, both in quality and flavour and certainly,…
Yours to Discover (and Eat): Ruby Red Ontario Strawberries
byStrawberries are one of Ontario’s sweetest reminders of summer. It’s not unusual to feel nostalgic when thinking of summer afternoons spent in the strawberry…
In a Glaze of Glory: Add a delicious finish to your Easter holiday dinner
byEaster today is a little different from its origins. After all, I’m not sure how many Catholics in the 14th century would have celebrated…
ONTARIO RHUBARB: CAN IT BE FORCED?
byIf you were thinking that rhubarb was one of the first crops out of the ground every spring and it’s harvested along with strawberries…
IN OUR OWN BACKYARD: A Winter of Local Eating
byIf you live for lattes, waking up to a steaming cup of local lavender tea might sound hard to swallow. Get past the lack…
Indulge Your Inner Sommelier With Decadent Food and Wine Pairings From Local Restaurants
byAlong with colder temperatures and changing leaves, fall brings a new set of decadent flavours to our plates. Chefs around the region are trading…
MOVE OVER WINE & CHEESE: BEER AND FOOD COME TOGETHER IN UNEXPECTED WAYS
byWine has long held sway as the beverage of choice for those dining out or entertaining at home, often becoming the focal point for…
ODE TO THE ORCHARD: Delicious Ontario Apples
byApples are so versatile! You can enjoy them as crunchy cruditées, or cover them in caramel, or lovingly load them into pies and other…
SUMMERTIME SIPPING: The Best Local Restaurants and Bars for Summery Wine and Cocktails
byLil’ Brew Hops Located next door to its “big sister” Hungry Brew Hops, this eclectic mixology bar features an extensive (and growing) wine list,…