in memoriam
Hilton Dinner of the Bon Ton Bakery died November 14. Hilton’s sense of community was unwavering. He made contributions to our food community through his work at Bon Ton and as a member of the Edmonton Food Council as well as to the community at large. He will be missed. Hilton and his wife Michelle bought the Bon Ton from founder Eugene Edelmann in 1998 and continued to build the bakery into a beloved Edmonton institution. Condolences to his family, the Bon Ton family and his friends and colleagues. Find the obit here: Obituary remembering.ca.
glass monkey happy monday is back
What is Happy Monday? All wines are $20 off. Call 780-760-2228 to make a reservation or book via Open Table here: theglassmonkey.ca.
sunworks turkeys for the holidays
Sunworks is now taking order for their fresh, certified organic, BCSPCA certified humane heirloom Orlopp Bronze turkeys. A whole turkey too big for the smaller celebrations we will be having this year? Reserve a fresh turkey breast or thigh instead. Order online: sunworksfarm.com; call 1-877-393-3133, pop by the Sunworks stand in the Old Strathcona Market or visit the Sunworks store within Blush Lane (8135 102 Street).The order deadline is December 20 or when they sell out, whichever comes first. Pickup is at the Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market on Wednesday, December 23, 8am-3pm, or from 4pm-9pm if you are picking up in Blush Lane. Keep in mind that reserving a turkey guarantees a turkey but not a specific size. Pick up early for the best selection.
black friday sale at heart of the home
Shop in store at 12539 102 Avenue or shop online heartofthehomeyeg.ca. Get a jump on Christmas shopping with these deals—20 per cent off in stock Le Creuset cast iron cookware;15 per cent off Mason Cash pottery; 30 per cent off Fred and Friends Dinner Winner trays; 25 per cent off Moncillo home cleaning products and an additional 15 per cent off sale Miyabi knives. Sale ends Sunday, November 29 at 4pm.
sign of the times?
The XIX restaurants in Terwillegar and St Albert are closing for dining in until further notice. Takeout begins Friday November 27.
on trend: amari caldo
’Tis the season for hot drinks and one of the hottest trends is amari caldo (hot amari). Amari are the Italian aromatized wines drunk after dinner to aid digestion. We can thank Daniel Costa at Corso 32 who introduced us to the whole concept. He was the first to encourage drinking Amari and stocks dozens. Cibo Bistro has a good selection too. To buy for home, check out the selection at Color de Vino. Use three parts amaro to five parts hot water, with a citrus twist. Easy peasy. Every region has its own style—Nonino with its citrusy flavours would be delicious, Montenegro is easy to find, but the best for hot drinks may be the less-known Alpine amari such as Braulio, with notes of pine and juniper. It’s like you are drinking the forest—how wonderful after a walk in the woods. Or, try Antica Serravalle, made in Piedmont. For more on amari: thetomato.ca.
photo by Mary Bailey
new! question of the week
Each week we will ask a food and drink related question and publish the most interesting answers.
This week’s Q: Considering we can go only with our household or one other person; are you more likely or less likely to dine in a restaurant in the next three weeks? Find the new restrictions here: alberta.ca