25 ways to be a welcoming host

Learn how to make your guests feel at ease in your home.

Edible flowers: Take time to stop and eat the roses

Learn to use beautiful flowers to flavour recipes, decorate dishes and delight your dining guests.

Wine 101: Merlot

Our sommelier puts Merlot's bad rap to rest and gives you a few good reasons to try a glass tonight.

Photo gallery: 5 wines perfect for spring flavours

Asparagus, citrus and artichokes can be difficult to pair with, but our sommelier found 5 bottles that pass the test.

Photo gallery: How to choose the right wine glasses

Our sommelier shares her expert tips for picking the perfect wine glasses.

Shower invitations for bridal, baby or engagement parties

Pretty, downloadable shower invitations you can edit in Photoshop or address by hand.

Whisky: What it is and how to drink it

Curious about whisky and whisky etiquette? Confused by single and double malts? We have all the answers on whisky in this expert Q&A with David Mair.

Portuguese Douro Valley red wines

Learn why the wines from Portugal are delivering big taste for excellent value.

Canadian beer bottles: Do you know your history?

Canadians fondly remember the stubby, but can you spot a growler or a bomber? Read on to learn your Canadian beer bottle history and impress your friends all summer long.

White wines you'll love: Aromatic whites

If you dislike strong white wines, you'll love the aromatic whites family - pleasing, flavourful wines that have something for everyone.

Discover Canada's local wines and brews

From Okanagan wines to Cape Breton whisky, enjoy our country's regional beverages.

Three easy party appetizers

Chardonnay: How to enjoy this versatile wine

How to find the right Chardonnay to suit your palate, your menu and your budget.

What to look for in Spanish red wines

Get to know Spanish grape varietals, wine regions and labelling definitions so you can choose a great Spanish wine on a modest budget. 

6 ways to eat your whiskey

From appetizers to desserts, here are 6 recipe ideas to squeeze the last drops from your whiskey bottle