The Prophets of Smoked Meat author Daniel Vaughn wasn’t born in Texas; he chose Texas. There’s no one quite as fanatical as a convert, and Vaughn is exactly that: born in Ohio, Vaughn moved to Dallas for his job at an architectural firm, trading whatever the hell they eat in … Read More
Any whisky (or whiskey) enthusiast will tell you: half the magic happens in the barrel. Bourbon barrels, made from American oak and only used once, can absorb up to eight gallons of the spirit in their staves. Since Bourbon requires fresh barrels, used ones typically get sold to other distilleries … Read More
Richard Paterson has been one of the most prominent master blenders for years, representing Whyte & Macaky and Scotland to the world of whisky drinkers. He also happens to be entertaining, charismatic, and highly opinionated on the subject of Scotch. How To Drink Scotch Whisky [youtube width=”640″]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2NxmZMW7Ys[/youtube] Whiskies That Have … Read More
The rest of Canada may be rolling their eyes at us, but Ontario is celebrating: the LCBO won’t be striking. That’s good news for people who love fun and hate protracted labour disruptions everywhere; although, more realistically, “everywhere” in this case means people from Ontario who aren’t within driving distance … Read More
The long weekend is the perfect time for a Caesar, possibly Canada’s best loved cocktail, which is delicious despite being virtually unknown outside our borders. Put a little twist on it, and it becomes a pineapple basil Caesar. (Obligatory side note: sometimes, churlish Americans who dislike the idea that they … Read More
