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While Italy is well known for its wine, its cocktails have an equally solid reputation. With such a wide variety of national spirits, there is one for every taste: from the sweet and sunny limoncello to the bitter Campari, Aperol or the unbeatable almond liqueur.

We love summer, we love cocktails and we love keeping up with the trends! So here are two ingredients that will have you clinking glasses to the season and impressing all your friends!

Lobster season in Quebec peaks from the end of April to the middle of July. So on Mother’s Day or Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day, everyone can celebrate in style.

To celebrate the official arrival of summer, here are three lively and very tempting white wines to discover and share.

Here in Québec, the caribou isn’t just the animal adorning our 25-cent pieces; it’s also (and most importantly!) carnival-goers’ beverage of choice.

Why not shake things up a bit this Easter and organize a combination sugar-shack-plus-traditional-Sunday-brunch event? Combining these two springtime traditions makes for an original get-together highlighting all the delights of maple sugar season!

Maple sugar season has arrived! Whether to accompany a traditional cabane à sucre or simply for the sake of trying something new, here are three cocktail recipes featuring our province’s favourite springtime treat.

Ready to reinvent the classic Easter brunch? Here are two chocolatey sweet ideas that are guaranteed to make you this year’s brunch boss!

Not all movie lovers can be found in Hollywood every winter—in fact, most occupy a front-row seat at home in order to watch the Academy Awards. Here are a few ideas for setting the tone for your special evening.

Touriga Nacional: It may not ring a bell now, but giving one of Portugal’s lesser-known vintages a try might have you discover your new favourite bottle. Here’s a hint: ever had a glass of Port? Then Touriga Nacional might already be a well-loved favourite!

Created by mixologist Vincent Vaillancourt­-Séguin, these three cocktails showcase the versatility of cider, which can be enjoyed in all its forms (dry, sparkling, sweet, distilled, etc.).

Mulled wine is a bit like winter’s version of sangria—infused with citrus and spices, but served hot instead of on ice. There are many variations, but all are based on a few central ingredients.