3 Holiday Baking Recipes

Break out the fortifieds for these three decadent, festive desserts from Anna Olson

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Kraze Legz 2010 The Charleston Chardonnay

Top Canadian Unoaked Chardonnays

The best unoaked chardonnays at the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

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Top 5 Wines for Dec. 12 to 16

The best wine recommendations for the week

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5 Holiday Cocktails

Festive drinks for the holiday season, including mulled wine, eggnog and a ginger sparkler

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The Best Canadian Wines of 2011

The best red, white, sparkling and dessert wines from the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

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This Week's Tasting Notes

92 Points

Dow's NV 20 Year Old Tawny Port

Very intense, yet subtle and incredibly complex, with hazelnut, walnut, marzipan, maple syrup, rose, orange zest, honey, coffee...

88 Points

Château d'Orignac NV Pineau des Charentes

A 'mistelle' made by blending Cognac with merlot and cabernet sauvignon in southwest France. This aperitif has lifted...

86 Points

De Bortoli NV Emeri Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp green apple, lemon juice, underripe peach and a light sweaty note make for an interesting nose on this sparkling sauvignon...

Pear, Grand Marnier and White Chocolate Trifle

Recipe: Pear, Grand Marnier and White Chocolate Trifle

  • December 13, 2011

This gourmet, beautiful trifle is the perfect dessert for a holiday meal

Very Fruity Mini Whiskey Fruitcakes

Recipe: Very Fruity Mini Whiskey Fruitcakes

  • December 13, 2011

These fruitcakes are for those who like the intensity of a boozy, fruit-laden fruitcake

Salted Orange Toffee Slices

Recipe: Salted Orange Toffee Slices

  • December 13, 2011

These cookies are sophisticated and elegant, but ultimately a comfort-food

4 Holiday Appetizer Recipes

  • December 8, 2011

Serve your guests these flavourful treats with a glass of wine

Smoked Salmon Mousse with Walnut Salsa Verde

Recipe: Smoked Salmon Mousse with Walnut Salsa Verde

  • December 8, 2011

The walnut salsa verde adds a hit of tanginess to the rich flavours and creamy texture of the smoked salmon mousse

Prosciutto Sushi Rolls

Recipe: Prosciutto Sushi Rolls

  • December 8, 2011

A festive take on Japanese sushi, these bite-sized walnut sushi rolls wrapped in prosciutto are sure to impress your guests

René Van Ede, Moray Tawse and Paul Pender

Tawse wins Winery of the Year at the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

  • December 8, 2011

Tawse has stayed consistent during growth by focusing on quality

Apple Walnut Palmiers

Recipe: Apple Walnut Palmiers

  • December 7, 2011

Flaky and crisp Apple Walnut Palmiers are a holiday treat kids and adults alike will enjoy

Michael, Paul and Daniel Speck

Henry of Pelham lands in 2nd place at the Wine Access 2011 Canadian Wine Awards

  • December 7, 2011

The Speck family attributes their success to fruit, family and terroir

Samichlaus beer

Try Samichlaus beer this holiday season

  • December 7, 2011

A robust, flavourful beer that is perfect for fireside evenings

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