IN EVERY ISSUE 34 WHAT’S NEW Find out what everyone is talking about. 40 BAR STAR
Lory Nixon of the hidden cocktail lounge Bagheera.
62 ON TREND
Find out what’s cool for autumn. 64 THE COCKTAIL MENU Featuring low-alcohol cocktails. 69 PRODUCT CONSULTANT’S CHOICE Our expert Marissa Lingwood shares their favourites. 83 MORE FOR YOUR POUR 5 wines under $15. 88 BCL SELECT Available only at BCLIQUOR. 107 RAISE THE BAR Q&A We ask the experts our spirited questions. 120 SPECIAL EVENTS 124 RECIPE INDEX 124 TASTE TEST KITCHEN 144 THE LAST WORD Beer 101.
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36 A TAPESTRY OF
CALIFORNIA WINE California’s diversity lends itself to an impressive range of world-class wines.
LOCALLY YOURS 6 HURRAH FOR BC SYRAH We chat with six local winemakers about this rising BC star. 10 CELEBRATE THE
44 WINE TASTES 101:
PERFECTING THE PALATE Explore how the five tastes are expressed in wine: sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami.
BC WINE HARVEST Enjoy the BC grape harvest season with this wine-infused menu.
48 MUSHROOM POWER Mushrooms take centre stage in these delicious recipes. 54 TRICKS & TREATS: PAIRING WHISKY & CHOCOLATE 58 TAKEOUT INSPIRATIONS Recreate your favourite takeout recipes at home. 70 UNCORKING THE SECRETS TO GREAT-VALUE WINE If you are looking for an everyday sipper or a special occasion bottle, this is your guide to great-value wines. 74 THANKFUL COMFORTS 78 STOMPING IN STYLE A fun look at grape harvest festivals and traditions around the world. 84 MIDWEEK MEALS Flavourful meals to whip up in a pinch. 90 BORDEAUX 2020 RELEASE A time capsule for an extraordinary year, this is one vintage you won’t want to miss. Learn the art of pairing this decadent duo. Delicious recipes for Thanksgiving dinner.
14 FALLING FOR BC BEER Our BC brewmasters
94 CLASSIC HORROR COCKTAILS Complete your scary movie marathon with a cocktail inspired by a classic horror film. 98 BACK TO WINE BASICS This guide will help you confidently navigate the complex world of wine. 102 HOMESTYLE CAKES 108 2023 PREMIUM SPIRIT RELEASE 112 GAME ON! Score big time with these delicious game-day snacks. 116 A RAINBOW OF WINE Freshly baked cakes, perfect for fall. Pick up one of these unique and specialty offerings before they’re gone! Explore the wide and beautiful range of colours to be found in wine.
reveal what they are most excited about for fall.
18 BOUNTY OF BC: APPLE COCKTAILS
Celebrate the BC apple harvest with these delicious cocktails.
22 BC SPOTLIGHT: HESTER CREEK This winery may be rooted in the past, but its focus is on the future. 24 BC HARVEST SALADS Enjoy these bountiful homegrown offerings.
30 BCLIQUOR’S SIGNATURE ADVANTAGE
Discover BCL’s Signature store experience.
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