Taste Magazine

Celebrate spring with all things local. While rosé is an easy choice as the weather warms, why not pick from a bouquet of fresh BC rosés? Looking for something new? Enjoy the latest local beers that offer a fruity twist. If going green is your goal, check out BC wineries carving a pathway to sustainability, then enjoy our sustainable cocktail recipes you can create at home. Scour BC farmer’s markets for fresh local ingredients to help create everything from a spirited Mother’s Day tea party to a delicious Easter dinner. So, put some pep in your step this season and spring into local!

Some other things to look for in this issue of TASTE:

• TASTE Test: Host your own wine tasting!
• Zingy Vino: Acidity in Wine
• Food-Friendly Sake
• Bar Star Interview with Thiago Alves of The Acorn
• Botanical Spirits: A Field of Flavours
• And much more!

There is something so wonderful about the start of a new year, with dreams of new beginnings and endless possibilities. This issue, we embrace that hopeful notion and are looking forward to all that 2022 may bring. We offer up a Moroccan-inspired menu and tropical rum cocktails to transport the senses while you wait to book that next trip. Check out five drink trends you’ll be seeing this year, and find the perfect wine for your astrological sign. With these and more inside, we hope you’ll join us in looking forward to a wonderful year!

Some other things to look for in this issue of TASTE:

• A hot pot menu to celebrate the Chinese New Year
• Warm winter salads
• Join the “dark” side of BC craft beer!
• A feast from the heart for you and your Valentine.
• And much more!

It's the most wonderful time of year! Right? Okay, let’s be honest, the holidays can be daunting with everything on your to-do list. But we’re here to help. In this issue you’ll find plenty of entertaining and gifting ideas that are sure to make your holiday planning a breeze. Looking for cocktail recipes? Enjoy delicious eggnog or Hot Toddies to sip by the fire, and find inspiration for beautiful cocktail kits to create and share. In addition to festive dinner and entertaining recipes, we have our Holiday Gift & Entertaining Guide inside, complete with ideas for every occasion. So get inspired and enjoy the spirit of giving this season!

Some other things to look for in this issue of TASTE:

• Winning local wines for the holidays.
• How to create heavenly Hot Toddies.
• Our Category Managers share their holiday favourites for gifting and entertaining.
• A stunning three-course meal to ring in the new year.
• And much more!

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After the summer we’ve had, we are ready to welcome sweater weather! This issue we celebrate BC with local spirits, regional wines and local pale ales. For the studious bunch, go back to (wine) school to learn about the notorious “noble” grapes and navigate wines too scary to pronounce! We offer an array of delicious dishes, from hearty sandwiches and classy Halloween bites to a decadent Thanksgiving meal. For the avid collectors, check out a sample from the Premium Spirit Release and the 2018 Vintage Bordeaux Release. Settle in, we have all you need to hibernate in comfort!

Some other things to look for in this issue of TASTE:

• Family-run wines to grace your Thanksgiving table.
• Rice dishes from around the world.
• Classy Halloween cocktails.
• BCL 100th anniversary cocktails to celebrate the 2000’s, 2010’s, 2020’s and beyond!
• And much more!

As we head into summer, the future looks bright! While travel to far away destinations may not yet be in the cards, we offer up armchair travel suggestions with delicious wines and sunny cocktails. Soak up the sun with outdoor entertaining, dining and barbecue inspirations and enjoy all of the bright, light and fresh recipes we have for you. This year, BCL celebrates 100 years of serving our valued customers. Visit our website for more information on the celebrations we have in store. We hope there are many more reasons to celebrate over the coming months, so raise a glass to summer: it’s time to shine!

Some other things to look for in this issue of TASTE:

• BC Market Fresh – It’s farmers market season! Here are the perfect pairings for your market haul.
• Prosecco Expands its Bubble – Meet the very first officially designated Prosecco Rosés.
• A Tasteful Celebration – Your guide to a DIY Canadian whisky tasting.
• Getting to Know – Nick Jonas and John Varvatos: Villa One Tequila’s dream team.
• And much more!