Recipe: Grilled Lemongrass Steak with Asian Coleslaw
Pair this delicious summertime sandwich with a glass of Sangiovese
Grilled Lemongrass Steak with Asian Coleslaw and Spicy Garlic Aioli on ACE Bakery White Baguette
Recipe: Lentil Gazpacho
Gluten- and dairy-free chilled soup for summer barbecues
Cook the red lentils with 375ml of water either for 8 minutes in a pressure cooker or boil on the stove top for about 20-25 minutes until the lentils are really soft. Skim off any foam as it cooks on the stove.
99 Bottles: Your Summer Beer Guide
99 ways to wet your whistle this summer, plus a few extra for good measure
By Don McSwiney for Avenue Calgary's June edition.
Best Patio Beers
The best beers for enjoying on a summer day
By Don McSwiney for Avenue Calgary's June edition.
Recipe: Grilled Summer Shrimp
Enjoy this seasonal seafood dish with a glass of rosé
In a mixing bowl, add together olive oil, parsley, lemon juice, hot sauce, garlic, oregano, salt, black pepper and 2 ounces of Rosé. Set aside a quarter of mixture for basting later. Pour remaining marinade into a large resealable plastic bag with shrimp. Seal, shake and allow to marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
Thirst Quencher
How to make the perfect gin and tonic
To kick off the month of June, this week’s featured cocktail is a thirst-quenching gin and tonic. Few drinks are as refreshing as this classic, often referred to as “air conditioning in a glass.” It is the perfect drink for backyard parties or to enjoy while catching some sun on the patio of your local pub.
Long Weekend Gift Guide
The perfect warm weather presents for your host, or yourself
Whether you're heading up to a friend's cottage or are decorating your outdoor space, these gifts will inspire a summery vibe in no time.
Wasting Away in Margaritaville
Celebrate the long weekend with a margarita
Most people have been to Margaritaville and, by all accounts, it is a wonderful place to visit. There’s sun, there’s sand and there’s a sort of blissful manana torpor brought on by the seemingly endless parade of tequila-lime juice-orange liqueur cocktails for which the town is named.
