A BBQ feast for Dad this Father’s Day By Laurie Wallace-Lynch “Father Knows Best,” as the saying goes, especially when it comes to barbecuing his favourite T-bone steaks or all-beef burgers, but this Father’s Day, surprise Dad by grilling him something truly special and unique! And hey, if it is …
A Binbrook farm that’s rooted in the healing power of organic food is inspired by a higher calling By Kelly Putter Photography by Graham Paine Mario Roque has a vision for his Binbrook farm nestled smack dab in the middle of protected agricultural lands. And though the Hamilton-based home …
Local patisseries bring you the memorable pleasures of French cuisine By Peter Bailey Photography by Graham Paine French writer Marcel Proust proved in his 1907 novel “Remembrance of Things Past” that an action as simple as eating a “petite madeleine” with his tea could summon up a host of …
By Peter Bailey Nestled outside the town of Thornbury, on the southern shores of Georgian Bay, lies the Blue Mountain Fruit Company, a family-operated business with a surprising product. It produces a unique apple known as the Red Prince, marketed in Canada by the family of Marius and Irma Botden, …
More tea to enjoy Love tea? A new tea brand, T. Kettle offers a large, premium assortment of original and new loose-leaf tea blends naturally sourced, certified vegan, kosher and organic. The business has taken over 45 shuttered DAVIDs Tea locations, transforming them into T.Kettle shops plans to expand across Canada and U.S. …
By Danielle Leonard Photography by Graham Paine A steaming bowl of soup elicits, above all, comfort. Perhaps it’s related to the way we consume it, one slow sip at a time. It’s impossible to rush when eating a soup, after all. Balancing the broth-filled spoon from bowl to mouth takes …
By Amanda Lee photography by Graham Paine Part of what makes the holiday season special is revisiting family traditions. For some, it’s trimming the tree, for others it’s watching The Santa Clause (which was partly filmed in Oakville). For author Karma Brown, whose first novel, Come Away With Me, …
Few experiences in life compare to the pleasing waft of a freshly baked apple pie. Or, stepping into the home on a cold dreary day that is filled with the luscious aroma of a homemade soup that’s been simmering for hours. The holiday season often arrives with a natural inclination …
Beer lovers can discover a range of flavours from raspberry sours to Reese’s Pieces By Peter Bailey Photography by Graham Paine There was a time in this great land when the brew pubs did not run. Although John Molson opened his first brewery in 1786, followed by Alexander Keith in …
Within these areas, cab reigns supreme By Carmelo Giardina There are wines that can resonate with us imbibers. Perhaps it’s an elegant pinot, or maybe a cool chardonnay. But no wine is as widely discussed, scrutinized and celebrated – not to mention collected and cellar worthy – as cabernet …