West of the City

Food

Simple and perfect, peas may be overlooked as ordinary, but they are so much more. They are an ideal accompaniment, addition or as the star of the show. More

LOCAL FLAVOUR: Salvatore's of Oakville

It's not any chef who can say they've fed the likes of the late Pope John Paul II, hockey legend Wayne Gretzky, former U.S. president Bill Clinton, actors Daniel Craig and Robert DeNiro, as well as Saudi royals. More

LOCAL FLAVOUR: Ivy Bar & Kitchen

The Ivy Bar & Kitchen embraces dualities with the understated grace of a superhero: by day and early evening it's a chic New York-style fine dining establishment where clients are wined and dined and special occasions are celebrated over plates of lamb, Jail Island salmon or dry aged Kobe beef. More

Time for Tea

Indulge in the comforting traditions of afternoon tea at Serendipity Tea House in downtown Burlington. Read More..

A touch of tile luxury

Bring a little (okay, a lot) of luxury to your flooring with the Roberto Cavalli Home Luxury Tiles Collection. Read More..

Nigellissima by Nigella Lawson

Cooking host and author Nigella Lawson is back with her latest cookbook, Nigellissima. Read More..

Krups Barista

With the new Barista from Krups, BYOB takes on a whole new meaning: Be Your Own Barista. Read More..

FOOD: Asparagus

The tender green crop of asparagus is one of spring's first in Ontario. The flavourful shoots are perfect to enjoy in a vivid green soup or salad or simply grilled with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice. Read More..

WINE: Ontario Winners

One constant question put to me is: “Gord, are there are any best buy Ontario reds?” Well, I've found two for you, 20 Bees Shiraz and Hat Trick Red, both fun wines and fine for weekday dining. Read More..

Celli's Osteria opens

If you're looking for rustic Italian cuisine with a contemporary flare, look no further than Celli's Osteria, located in downtown Burlington. Read More..

Tea Sparrow

Listen up, tea lovers, because there's a new club in town. TeaSparrow.com is a new monthly online “club” delivering a variety of four premium and herbal teas to your door. Read More..

Don't miss the bigger, better Good Food & Drink Festival

The Good Food & Drink Festival is back for it's 21st year! Formerly known as the Good Food Festival & Market, this year's festival will take place at the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto's Exhibition Place from Friday, April 5 to Sunday, April 7. Read More..

FOOD: Hot Chocolate

Before we had hot chocolate, the Aztec's had xocolatl. Cocoa beans were toasted and ground, then mixed with hot water and oftentimes chilies. Far from the sweet drink we know today, xocolatl began its evolution after being served to Spanish conqueror Hernán Cortés at the court of Aztec ruler Montezuma II. Read More..

LOCAL FLAVOUR: The Lord Nelson

It is rare to find a restaurant that has the perfect balance of indulgence and simplicity; of warmth and familiarity with impeccable, sophisticated service. But it is an accomplishment The Lord Nelson has mastered. It is no surprise, then, that The Lord Nelson has been a bastion of fine dining for more than 38 years. “Since day one we have believed in and deliverd the best quality and customer service. This does not change and will never change,” explains owner and General Manager Nick Vamvakas. Read More..

WINE: Winter Blah Beaters

Affable, affordable wines to vanquish winter. Read More..

Science meets the art of cooking

Experiment with the art of molecular gastronomy from the comfort of your own kitchen with the Cuisine R-EVOLUTION kit from MOLECULE-R. Read More..

Single-serve Starbucks at home

Enjoy the flavour of your favourite Starbucks beverage in the comfort of your home with the new Verismo System by Starbucks. Read More..

Great new gadget

Calling all bakers! Say goodbye to your old spatulas and wooden spoons and say hello to our favourite new kitchen tool – the CUrV by SKrAPr. Read More..

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