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Wine & spirits: Give it a shot Wine & spirits: Give it a shot
Wine & spirits: Give it a shot
When we think about flavouring the foods we cook, most of us reach for salt, pepper, lemon, garlic and other seasonings. here's an inside tip from many a top chef: wine and spirits can add a new dimension to your recipes, too. for centuries, both wine and spirits have served as a tenderizing...
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Wine & spirits: Screw the cork Wine & spirits: Screw the cork
Wine & spirits: Screw the cork
Although wine bottles sealed with natural corks still dominate the shelves of canadian liquor stores, alternative packaging is making significant inroads. price and convenience are only secondary benefits; the primary reason for the change is the industry rage against the failure rate of modern...
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Wine & spirits: In the pink Wine & spirits: In the pink
Wine & spirits: In the pink
If there's one thing some people do not get, it's pink. it's not so much the colour they want nothing to do with, it's the connotation: pink is girly. pink is cuddly, sweet, frilly and delicate. pink can't be manly. so, if a wine is pink, it can't be very good, can it? i mean, wine has to be red...
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Wine & spirits: Gifts for the host Wine & spirits: Gifts for the host
Wine & spirits: Gifts for the host
When it came to choosing host gifts for any occasion, i used to have a one-track mind. invariably, it was a bottle of wine, but thanks to ideas from imaginative friends, my horizons are a little broader. i've discovered new and classic wine accessories that make perfect gifts. the ultimate...
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Wine & spirits: All in the mix Wine & spirits: All in the mix
Wine & spirits: All in the mix
You might be tempted to think that the secret to a great summer cocktail is simply a cold glass, a hot day and a comfy lounger or hammock. sip, relax, sip again while daydreaming your way through a steamy afternoon in which the only thing sweating is your glass. close. the real secret is what's...
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Wine & spirits: Vineyard visits Wine & spirits: Vineyard visits
Wine & spirits: Vineyard visits
Call it a shopping trip, call it a picnic, call it a mental health day. use whatever pretext you need, but call a friend and get yourselves to a nearby winery. it may just be an excuse to chum and yak, but can you think of a more pleasant way? visits to canadian wineries are growing in...
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Wine & spirits: Summer sipping Wine & spirits: Summer sipping
Wine & spirits: Summer sipping
What better way to celebrate our all-too-short alfresco season than with a little party? whether your taste and budget run to catering a lavish cinq à sept under the setting sun in the back garden , or just sparking the 'cue and having friends over for wine and a casual lunch on the balcony,...
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Inspiration cuisine Inspiration cuisine
Inspiration cuisine
Life used to be so much simpler. there was a time, not so very long ago, when having a barbecue for dinner meant nothing more than simply throwing a hunk of meat or a foil-wrapped fish on the old hibachi and turning it once or twice. then we'd wash it down, of course, with a cold beer or a...
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Wine & spirits: Perfect mates Wine & spirits: Perfect mates
Wine & spirits: Perfect mates
When wedding bells chime, family and friends come together to celebrate, raising their glasses with something that's golden and sparkles -- like the bauble on a new bride's finger. no other event provides as many opportunities for megacelebrations. toastmasters and champagne salesmen await your...
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Wine & spirits: Sizing up the situation Wine & spirits: Sizing up the situation
Wine & spirits: Sizing up the situation
Wine comes in a range of different-size bottles that are perfect for various occasions. choose the size that's right for you with the help of our handy guide. standard bottle (750 ml) generally accepted format for most wines. the size was developed in the days when glass bottles were blown...
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Wine & spirits: Oh pinot! Wine & spirits: Oh pinot!
Wine & spirits: Oh pinot!
Long before the movie sideways brought pinot noir to the attention of north american casual wine drinkers, there were genuine pinot geeks everywhere. they studied maps of france's burgundy region and of ancient vineyards planted by monks during the early middle ages. many of these fans also...
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Wine & spirits: Holiday bar prep Wine & spirits: Holiday bar prep
Wine & spirits: Holiday bar prep
There are so many ways to get into the holiday spirit, and having a thoughtfully stocked bar when you're entertaining is one of them. a considerate host should have a significant variety of products to offer, aside from his or her personal favourites. this is a great time of year to add to the...
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Sparkling wines: A list of faves Sparkling wines: A list of faves
Sparkling wines: A list of faves
We all have champagne wishes and caviar dreams, but there's no need to wait for a big lottery win to turn them into reality. genuine champagne is expensive, but there are good bubblies from every wine region of the world that don't need to be mixed with orange juice to make them palatable....
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Wine & spirits: Konrad Ejbich's favourite margarita recipe Wine & spirits: Konrad Ejbich's favourite margarita recipe
Wine & spirits: Konrad Ejbich's favourite margarita recipe
Most margarita recipes appeal to me, except those made with "insta-mix." generally, i prefer chilled over frozen, shaken over blended, and classic over flavoured. however, i'm open to frozen, blended, naturally fruity incarnations, such as strawberry and, my new fave, mango margaritas. here's...
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Wonderful wines and perfect meal matches Wonderful wines and perfect meal matches
Wonderful wines and perfect meal matches
Whether you're playing host or are simply looking for that perfect bottle of wine to give as a gift, it helps to know about wine characteristics and how to match to your food. here are some hints to make your choices easier. check out these suggestions and find the match you like best....
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Wine & spirits: For the love of licorice Wine & spirits: For the love of licorice
Wine & spirits: For the love of licorice
Licorice is one of those love-it-or-hate-it flavours. my own love affair with the taste began at about age three, when a bigger kid made me eat an entire fat licorice "cigar." he hated the bizarre black chewing sticks, so he thought he could hurt me by making me eat "tar." little did he know he...
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Wine & spirits: Riesling rapture Wine & spirits: Riesling rapture
Wine & spirits: Riesling rapture
At my table, german riesling rivals lemonade as the perfect summer drink. with its vibrant fruity bouquet, fresh, tart flavours and comfortably low alcohol level, riesling is suited to sipping on sunny days. lower alcohol – german wines average eight to 10 per cent by volume – can prevent...
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Wine & spirits: Berry cool cocktails Wine & spirits: Berry cool cocktails
Wine & spirits: Berry cool cocktails
Absolutely nothing says summer better than a handful of fresh-picked berries. they wake up our taste receptors with their vibrant colours, intense flavours and natural textures. i salivate instinctively at the ripe, sweet smell of strawberries, the popping crunch of wild blueberries, and that...
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Wine basics: A match made in heaven Wine basics: A match made in heaven
Wine basics: A match made in heaven
Forget the adage that red wine should be served with meat and white wine is for fish. today's savvy hosts know that that rule applies only in a few special cases. for instance, be sure to serve white wine with fish if it's an oilier fish (salmon, sardines, anchovies), since the fat in the fish...
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Wine & spirits: Hot scotch Wine & spirits: Hot scotch
Wine & spirits: Hot scotch
“honeyed nose with a burst of ripe plums. delicate nuances of citrus, spice, nuts and vanilla. creamy mouth feel with a long, dry, ‘tingly' finish.” sound like a wine-tasting note to you? in fact, these descriptors were gleaned from a well-known scotch whisky distiller's corporate...
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Wine & spirits: Rising stars Wine & spirits: Rising stars
Wine & spirits: Rising stars
Long before they sell a single bottle, wine producers can often spend at least five income-free years planning, planting, picking, processing and, let's not forget, praying that someday the name of their winery (and the wine itself) will be on the lips of consumers. here are four of the newest...
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Wine & spirits: Nighty-night! Wine & spirits: Nighty-night!
Wine & spirits: Nighty-night!
With the weather at its worst during this time of year, my advice is to go home, or stay in, for a nightcap. a well-chosen one will satisfy the taste buds and soothe the body, mind and spirit. it should leave you sated and ready for bed without knocking you out, and permit you to wake up feeling...
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Wine & spirits: Hot chocolate Wine & spirits: Hot chocolate
Wine & spirits: Hot chocolate
As cosy as it gets in our snug north american homes, when the winter is bleak and blustery, a mug of hot cocoa can lift our spirits and warm our insides. spiked coffee, tea and even spiced cider are all welcome at this time of year, but nothing gives me nearly as much pleasure as a cup of...
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Wine & spirits: Wine pairings -- wine and chocolate Wine & spirits: Wine pairings -- wine and chocolate
Wine & spirits: Wine pairings -- wine and chocolate
'tis the season for my two favourite food groups: wine and chocolate. food groups? you might think that's a stretch, but after reading red wine diet ($19, penguin, 2007), the new book by british scientist and researcher roger corder, who recommends we drink red wine and eat dark chocolate...
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Wine & spirits: Chilean wines Wine & spirits: Chilean wines
Wine & spirits: Chilean wines
This story was originally titled "wine & spirits" in the january 2008 issue. subscribe to style at home today and never miss an issue! everyone likes a bargain, and i'm no exception. that's why a large chunk of my wine budget is spent on bottles from chile. few people think of the...
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