Kathy Jollimore This easy grilled bread recipe, covered in salty olive tapenade and Gruyère cheese, is the perfect summer appetizer. Grilled Olive and Cheese Bread 4 servings Prep Time: Less than 30 minutes Total Time: Less than 30 minutes 1 baguette, halved lengthwise Olive Tapenade (see Here’s How) 2 cups Gruyère, shredded Directions: Heat a…
Mark DeWolf Is there a beer style with more allure of the sea than India Pale Ale (IPA)? The name, for many, conjures images of ships loaded with barrels of hopped up ale sailing the high seas to quench the thirst of Brits stationed in India. The act of adding generous amounts of hops to…
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Mark DeWolf Lynne Mackay and Pierre Guevremont’s Lunenburg-based Distillery ushered in a modern era of craft distilling in Nova Scotia since it opened in 2010 in a converted old blacksmith’s shop. Their committed approach to creating spirits based on the highest quality standards has won them admiration and accolades, from near and far. Occasions: Can…
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Mark DeWolf It has been said the great wines of Tuscany are like fine art. They capture time, place and the passion of the artists that create them. Tuscany’s Frescobaldi family faithfully express the terroir and traditions of Tuscany in their products; an honour they have been performing for the past 700 years. Even though…
Mark DeWolf Wine Discovery As we bask in the last hot days of summer, the cool nights of fall are looming, is there a better grape to transition between the two than Malbec? Malbec-based wines are as comfortable matched to Tex-Mex fare and grilled steak, as they are cozying up to a cool fall evening…
Mark DeWolf Coolers first started hitting the market in the 1980s. Do you remember Canada Coolers or Bartles and James? The latter, the genius of E & J Gallo, whose commercials featuring the kindly old pairing of Frank and Ed, and ended with “and thank you for your support,” brought a nation’s attention to the…
Although shortcake is traditionally made with tea biscuits, in this recipe I’ve used a crispy, chewy meringue as its base. This is an easy yet impressive dessert that is the perfect summer treat alongside a chilled rosé sparkling wine. Strawberry Shortcake Pavlova 6 to 8 servings Prep Time: Less than 30 minutes Total Time: More…
Mark DeWolf Sharon Sue-Hang holds an enviable title. She is the Master Blender at Demerara Distillers Limited, producers of the much acclaimed El Dorado rums. But with great honour comes a lot of pressure. Imagine you were responsible for creating the blends of a prestigious spirit house with hundreds of years of history. Of course,…
Based on the famous peach pizza at Halifax’s Morris East, this simple summer salad has local peaches at its heart. For a warm version, grill the peaches just before serving. Peach, Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Salad 4 servings Prep Time: Less than 30 minutes Total Time: Less than 30 minutes 6 peaches, quartered 125 g…
There are certain rum companies that are so rich in history and legend that we all know them, even those of us that might only occasionally drink rum. Appleton Estate is one such company. With better than a quarter millennia of rum making history, this grand estate located in the heart of Jamaica has earned…