November-December 2017

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Features

A Stress-free Christmas Dinner
By Chef Brad Smoliak, Kitchen by Brad

25 Years of Kinnikinnick
Gluten-free excellence | Mary Bailey

Wines from the Rich Uncle and the Cash-strapped Friend
We ask those who make a living in wine — what would you like to see under the tree from your friend with more taste than money, or your rich rellie?

Recipes of the Season
Holiday faves from Edmonton Home Show Tomato Stage presenters

Edmonton Gold Medal Plates
Chef Shane Chartrand of Sage takes top honours

Departments

Dish
Three Edmonton restaurants garner national attention; books on whisky, wine and home-style cooking; how to clean up with style

Wine Maven
Wine producers from Spain, Italy, France and the Okanagan share their latest vintages with us | Mary Bailey

Wine Maven Event Calendar

Pantry
Anatomy of a gift basket. ’Tis the season of giving and receiving. These delicious food stuffs would be welcome in any gift basket or as a thank you or hostess gift.

The Proust Culinary Questionnaire
Joe Parrottino, Ace Coffee Roasters

Beer Guy
The Darkest One | Peter Bailey

Kitchen Sink
What’s new and notable

The Crossword
Myles Mellor