Crystalized

Crystalized-courtesy Crystal Head Vodka/crystalheadvodka.com This Canadian spirit is unforgettable, once you've laid eyes on the laughing scull bottle that contains it; a vessel designed by Dan Aykroyd and John Alexander to reflect life, power and enlightenment. Crystal Head Vodka is distilled four times and blended with pristine water from Newfoundland, …

LOCAL FLAVOUR: La Castile

La Castile Manor is as much a feast for your eyes as it is for your taste-buds. The architecture of the 44-year-old landmark in Mississauga is traffic stopping. The interior adornments, including stained glass windows, and huge crossbeam ceilings, are jaw dropping.

Southern-Style Baked Eggs with Grits & Collard Greens

– courtesy Whole Foods Market Southern-Style Baked Eggs with Grits & Collard GreensSkip the oven all together and top each ramekin of collard greens and grits with an over-easy egg, if you like. Spinach makes an excellent substitute for the collard greens. 2 tbsp butter, plus more for the ramekins …

Paradiso Restaurant

Enjoy Paradiso’s lunch and dinner menu, which draws inspiration from the European Mediterranean, prepared before your eyes in the open-concept kitchen. A sophisticated and warm atmosphere along with attentive service makes Paradiso an exciting dining experience. The restaurant has built its reputation on providing the freshest ingredients available. Fresh baked …

LOCAL FLAVOUR: Michael's Back Door Restaurant

“We are like a band introducing a new musician,” Executive Chef Joe Rago of Michael's Back Door Restaurant says about recently hired Sous Chef Mark D'Souza. “We look forward to combining his style and fresh ideas into our collaborative effort.”

Roasted Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

– recipe and photo reprinted with permission from Danielle Walker's Against All Grain Celebrations: A Year of Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and Paleo Recipes for Every Occasion by Danielle Walker, copyright © 2016. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of Penguin Random House LLC.” Photography credit: Erin Kunkel © 2016 Danielle …

Kobe Beef Meatballs

– courtesy of Ivy Bar & Kitchen, Burlington Kobe Beef Meatballs2 oz buffalo mozzarella 1⁄4 baguette 1⁄2 lb ground beef brisket chubs 1⁄2 lb Kobe beef ground chubs 4 oz Grana Padano grated cheese 1 tsp (5 mL) black ground dry pepper 2 tbsp (30 mL) extra virgin olive oil …