Bottles made for Winter nights Winter calls for wines that wrap you in warmth like cashmere and candlelight. These bottles have the weight, texture, and aromatic depth that feel tailor-made for the season. Louis Roederer Brut Premier Champagne. Champagne A.C., France. A benchmark non-vintage Champagne…
Noteable for its playful atmosphere, eclectic interior design and whimsical experiences, Monsieur Jean -Hotel Particulier is one of the newer entries into the Québec City hospitality marketplace. Not to be missed, Monsieur Jean’s vibrant blue entranceway is front and centre on the strikingly prominent corner…
Citrus Season Is Served - Winter Cocktails That Shine When winter’s chill settles in, we crave brightness wherever we can find it—and few things lift a grey afternoon like a splash of citrus. Freshly squeezed juice or a fragrant twist can instantly transform a…
Dakama Chocolate As an enthusiastic omnivore, I might seem the unlikely reviewer of vegan chocolate. But in the case of Dakama Chocolate, I was happy to make an exception. Emily Marshall decided to make chocolate but without sugar during her COVID time off. Sweetness from…
For Sebastien and Sheila Centner, a thoughtfully designed table is the heartbeat of any gathering. A great tablescape doesn’t just look beautiful—it sets the tone, sparks conversation, and makes guests feel like they’re part of something special. In their entertaining philosophy, décor is never an…
Several of this month’s selections are available exclusively from top-notch Ontario wineries. You can order these wines from the websites noted or by calling the wineries. They’ll ship directly to your doorstep. This is an important way you can support these small family farms. Every…
Bindia Indian Bistro Arguments can rage about where in Toronto, or Canada to find the finest Indian food but Bindia, my favourite, consistently scores well with its dependably good food, friendly front of house staff and easy ambiance. And Jyoti, a name derived from…
As Hemingway once said, “wine and friends are a great blend”. Enjoy them both this season. Leindl Gv Grüner Veltliner 2023, Kamptal, Austria. Leindl Gv 2023 Grüner Veltliner from the Kamptal wine region in Niederösterreich is a vibrant, dry white with floral notes and a…
Subtext Coffee Roasters Coffee has come a long way from 17c European coffee houses where a hefty jolt of caffeine was all that mattered. It tasted pretty bad apparently. Some, unkindly, liken it to today’s Starbucks dark roast. Hardly surprising that so many drown bad…
There’s something so special about gathering under the sun with good friends and great food. We recently attended an al fresco luncheon at Kamalame Cay, an intimate and exclusive resort in Bahamas where they kept things relaxed but elegant—just the way we like it—which inspire…
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