Chatelaine

A clean, well-oiled BBQ is essential for the perfect sear and for keeping food from sticking to the grill.

Bask in the glory of summer at these outdoor fests.

Like Kirby, I experienced a traumatic incident that altered the course of my life forever.

A collection of garnishes, spirits and mixes to elevate your caesar cocktails.

Grab a cool drink and your comfiest patio chair—these five page-turners are bound to keep you busy.

When a series of health issues turned my once-vibrant grandfather into someone I no longer knew, I kept his memory alive by making his signature half-sours.

Ripe strawberries—and their short shelf life—remind us to seize joy when we can. And what better way than with dessert?

This dessert will be your back-pocket recipe all season: Make the semifreddo and compote ahead of time to suit your schedule. The best part? A semifreddo is just that: semi-firm. This dessert won’t get too solid to eat, no matter how long it’s frozen.

This casual cake makes a perfectly acceptable breakfast, too.

We use a double dose of strawberries in this impressive dessert. Freeze-dried berries give the meringue its blush-pink hue, while fresh berries add aromatic sweetness. Every batch of fresh strawberries is different so adjust the amounts of sugar and lemon juice as needed in Step 5.

All the nostalgic fun of a toaster pastry—with so much more fresh flavour.

Natalie Moores came out during the pandemic. Now, she’s headed to three Pride festivals across Ontario, proving it’s never too late to celebrate.