Sidecar
Two parts strong, one part sweet and one part sour. These are the perfect proportions of this classic cocktail.
mixology ideas
Iced coffee cocktails
Hot coffee on a really hot day is only suitable for coffee diehards and specialty coffees are pretty much out of the question. For the rest of us there is a solution, and that's a delicious cup of iced coffee.
8 classic gin cocktails for beginner bartenders
If you entertain often and enjoy making drinks for your guests, you shouldn't have to fuss with recipe books if you want to impress. Knowing how to mix these 8 classic gin cocktails is a good start for every home bartender.
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entertaining ideas
Your cottage vacation guide
What better way to spend the dog days of summer than by relaxing at the cottage? For many of us, the happy place we go to in our minds when we’re stuck in traffic or shoveling snow off the front steps is a Muskoka chair. On a dock. Sun beating down. Water gently lapping underneath. Cold drink of choice in hand. Breathe deeply with me: ahhhh...
Summer grilling recipes from Bob Blumer
There's nothing quite like the smell of a summer barbecue. The sun, the fresh air, meats sizzling on the grill -- add a pack of good friends and some cool cocktails and you have the perfect recipe for a fantastic outdoor party.
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wine ideas
Pairing wine with BBQ fare
Summer means outdoors, and barbecueing is the quintessential outdoor activity. When you've got the perfect food ready to eat, there are many wines which can make the meal even that more pleasurable. Here are some guidelines.
How to start a wine cellar
We offer up a list of suggestions containing a varied selection of wines to kickstart your new wine cellar.
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beer ideas
10 great summer beer experiences
One of the best things about summer is that it presents us with a wealth of indulgent, hedonistic opportunities to enjoy beer, such as...
Which food with which beer?
While it’s true that beer goes down great all on its own, and is an excellent accompaniment to a plate of nachos, it’s also a versatile and interesting accompaniment to even the finest foods.
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