In the Globe & Mail, Alexandra Shimo focuses on an oft-neglected aspect of the cocktail-creation process: the ice. From spheres that fill the entire glass to jagged shards, it’s all covered here.
Christine Sismondo gets a bit more real over at The Star as she brands Toronto ” a beer town” and wonders when we’re going to wake up to the wonders of a good cocktail.
I couldn’t agree more. Time and time again, I run into (tons of) servers, bartenders and owners who don’t give a shit and aren’t interested in raising the bar when it comes to mixology. Give me something new! We need a stronger community and we need people who actually give a shit about making a goddamn drink!
The Amateur Gourmet makes his own ginger ale and pronounces it good.
Greg Clow reviews the two new Innis & Gunn beers over at Taste T.O. I’ve had the Blonde, I can’t wait to try the Canadian Cask!
Now that summer’s here, it’s time to start making your own cordial. Megan of Feasting on Art shows you how to make a citrus version.
The Bar Towel’s got a list of all of the upcoming beer events in the area.
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