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The cookbook club – The new and much improved book club

A new foodie spin on the classic book club

Jun 12, 2017
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ICYMI: Fire destroys Calgary restaurant Mazaya, Barack Obama meets Justin Trudeau in Montreal’s Liverpool House and more

This week started off with the unpleasant news of a fire at the Calgary restaurant Mazaya but continued with exciting news about wines and chefs. In town for a speech, Barack Obama enjoyed some French cuisine with our own Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at Montreal restaurant Liverpool House. On the chef front, Nicole Gomes won the All-Star series of Top Chef Canada.

Jun 9, 2017
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Mamie’s Sweet Tea Cocktail

A bourbon-peach iced tea to keep you cool this National Iced Tea Day.

Jun 10, 2017
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Royal Dinette Butterfly Pea Tea Lemonade cocktail

A caffeine-free herbal tea cocktail that's perfect on hot days.

Jun 11, 2017
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Whitehall's Rhubarbara Windsor cocktail

A gin cocktail that celebrates Canada's produce and its 150th birthday

Jun 9, 2017
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One day in Calgary: 101.5 KooL FM morning hosts Christy Farrell and Fraser Tuff

The hilarious 101.5 KooL FM morning show duo, Christy Farrell and Fraser Tuff tell us where they love to eat and drink in Calgary.

Jun 7, 2017
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Black Bamboo's signature Negroni

Vancouver's cool new pop-up bar, Black Bamboo, shares the recipe to their signature Negroni.

Jun 9, 2017
Sip for a good cause during Negroni Week

Sip for a good cause during Negroni Week

Where to enjoy the modern versions of this classic Italian drink

Jun 6, 2017
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Spice Orange Smash cocktail with Hennessy cognac

Orange marmalade isn't just for your toast. Use it in this cocktail recipe along with Hennessy cognac for a lively, yet rich and warming drink that's perfect for the colder months.

Oct 1, 2016
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Breakfast toaster tarts with B.C. blueberries

Yes, you're probably laughing at the thought of making toaster tarts when the boxed stuff is so convenient, but have you looked at what's in those? Here's a much healthier alternative, with natural ingredients and real fruit, that you can make today and bake them off quickly as you need them.

Oct 2, 2016
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Model Milk's Summer Friends turmeric lemonade

Turmeric is all the rage right now. The rhizome, a cousin of ginger, is hailed for its health benefits and it can be used in a ton of ways.

Oct 8, 2016
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Blueberry chocolate stout bundt cake

This easy to make and elegant bundt cake is the perfect dessert a family gathering. You can make it any time of the year with frozen B.C. blueberries.

Oct 9, 2016
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Mini beef, blueberry and lentil meatloaf

Love meatloaf but feel guilty about not eating enough veggies? This meatloaf made with B.C. blueberries and lentil, in addition to ground beef, is the perfect compromise that delivers on taste and health benefits. 

Oct 16, 2016
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Gentleman's Sour with Odd Society Spirits

A beautiful cocktail with Odd Society Spirits

Oct 22, 2016
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Savoury scroll biscuit with B.C. blueberries

Sharp asiago, savoury prosciutto, sweet and juicy B.C. blueberries and fragrant rosemary--these flaky scroll biscuits are good any time of the day. 

Oct 23, 2016
Top Chef Canada: All Stars episode ten

Top Chef Canada: All-Stars finale in a nutshell

Here's everything you need to know about what happened on the Top Chef Canada: All-Stars finale.

Jun 5, 2017
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ICYMI: Vancouver Starbucks' new menu to include alcoholic drinks, Alberta farmers expand canola production and a cultural-burrito controversy in food news this week

It has been a week full of rising numbers, especially in food production. There will not only be more maple syrup but also more canola in our supermarkets.

Jun 3, 2017
Cafe Medina The Fez cocktail. Photo by Lili Watson

Café Medina's The Fez cocktail

An eclectic cocktail with flavours of cucumber, orange, beets and rosemary.

Jun 2, 2017
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El Camino's Moqueca (Brazilian seafood stew)

Brighten up your day with vibrant Latin American flavours! This version of Brazilian seafood stew from Vancouver's El Camino's, from chef Jason Carr, can be made from scratch in 45 minutes. 

Nov 19, 2016
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One day in Vancouver: Top Chef Canada: All-Stars finalist Nicole Gomes

Top Chef Canada: All-Stars finalist, Nicole Gomes, shares her top picks for where to dine in Vancouver.

Jun 1, 2017
Urban Butcher Asian-style barbecued pork ribs.

Urban Butcher Asian-style barbecued pork ribs

Calgary's newest butcher shop has an Asian-style recipe for your next BBQ

May 31, 2017
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8 Montreal terrasses to beat the heat this summer

Soak in every ounce of summer at these patios in Montreal

May 30, 2017
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Araxi's Dungeness crab cakes with corn salsa

Although you may think about seafood more in the warmer months, the colder months is the perfect time to dig into meaty Dungeness crabs. Use this recipe from Araxi, one of British Columbia's best dining destinations, for mouth-watering crab cakes. You'll never settle for anything less again.

Oct 31, 2016
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Miku Negroni

The classic negroni is a great way to wind down or to start a meal, but if the Campari is a bit too strong for your liking, try adding some Yama Yuzu sake liqueur, like in this negroni recipe by Nick Meyer, head bartender at Toronto's Miku sushi restaurant.

Nov 4, 2016