< PreviousLiquid Velvet RedsWhen the temperature drops, plush reds feel so right. Their crushed-velvet texture offers just the right weight for the season. What’s more, their lush structure often means more concentration, complexity and length, making them stylish sippers this time of year.With that in mind, here are six seasonally appropriate styles of red wine that feel like liquid velvet – and what makes each charming and distinctive.CALIFORNIAN CABERNET SAUVIGNONCalifornia is awash with sunshine. And Cabernet Sauvignon, those small berries with thick skin, makes ripe, velvety wine in that golden state. Often, Californian Cabernet veers from liquid velvet to crushed cashmere. And it’s precisely that texture that holds the flavours in place – cassis, always, but often blackberry, plum, tobacco, graphite, vanilla, nuts and more. The entry is immediately saturated and generous, lingering languidly on the long finish. Of course, each micro-region and winemaker in that state tries to create an inimitable expression of this wine. But the textural dimension of well-made Californian Cabernet Sauvignon remains the same – plush-like and exquisite, like a gorgeous pashmina wrap for the palate. OREGON PINOT NOIRPinot Noir originally hails from Burgundy, France – a place that creates a style that’s lean, bright and elegant, with suggestions of raspberry and violet, beetroot and cranberry. But, makers in Oregon craft an altogether richer, more opulent style, chock full of velvety dark fruit – warm plums, black cherry and sometimes black pepper and more. The robust style of Oregon Pinot Noir has firmly caught the interest of connoisseurs and budding wine enthusiasts alike, making it quite fashionable right now. Pouring it places you squarely in the know. What’s more, the plush style is particularly apropos as the days get cooler – think cozy sweater in a glass.AUSTRALIAN SHIRAZThe choco-berry-liciousness of Aussie Shiraz is the quintessential fall warmer, with its seamlessly mouth-filling character. This wine always shows jammy fruit and melting chocolate, but it can be quite nuanced too.Frankly, Shiraz from this far-off continent has real range – swinging from easy-drinking, inexpensive pours that work beautifully as warming cocktail wines to deeply serious pours that command attention and respect. The former styles are sweet-fruited and fleshier, while the latter taste drier and more firmly structured. But they all share a wonderful crushed-velvet texture that’s universally appealing this time of year.ITALIAN RIPASSOFace it: Amarone is fancy. It’s a big, bold red made from partially dried grapes that’s pricy to produce and often to pour as well. It’s a smart wine for when you’re looking for something serious, sophisticated and celebratory. And of course, it’s got that velvety texture too. But another style with velvet fruit and a similar flavour profile is Valpolicella Ripasso.Valpolicella Ripasso is made by adding the leftover grape pressings from making Amarone to a batch of basic Valpolicella – a light, dry wine made from freshly harvested grapes – and letting it ferment again. 88When the temperature drops, plush reds feel so right. Their crushed-velvet texture offers just the right weight for the season.89bcliquorstores.comby Carolyn Evans HammondLIQUID VELVET REDS CONTINUEDThis process adds intensity and texture, but not much cost. It’s a smart style to keep on your radar. ARGENTINEAN MALBECMalbec from Argentina is a sumptuous sipper that has gained considerable respect in wine circles lately. Its small, thick-skinned berries just naturally yield that tightly knit mouth feel without the angry tug of mean tannins. It’s a wonderful fall wine. This inky-black wine, which originates in Cahors in southwestern France, has firmly taken root in Argentina and is now that country’s flagship red. Its seductive scents of dark fruit can unravel with amazing complexity – dark chocolate, bonfire, toasted nuts, stones and more. And, when grown at higher altitudes, a lovely chalkiness can underpin the fruit. Malbec is one of the most undervalued wine styles on shelves today.SPANISH RIOJA RESERVA AND GRAN RESERVAFans of velvety red wine need to know about Reservas and Gran Reservas from Rioja in Spain. These wines are made mostly from the Tempranillo grape, which makes a firmly structured wine. The words “Reserva” or “Gran Reserva” on the label means the bottle has aged for at least three and five years, respectively, before release from the winery. To withstand that length of aging before release, the wines must be quite lush and powerful to begin with, since wine loses its fruit concentration with time. But it also gains layers of flavours that add interest. So, when a fine Reserva or Gran Reserva finally reaches your glass, you expect a kaleidoscope of complexity in every lush sip. Here’s to a little liquid velvet to welcome fall. THE SHOW CABERNET SAUVIGNONUSA $21.49 374686 Macerated cherry and crushed black pepper aromas lead to a juicy but structured entry with ripe berries, cigar box, hazelnut and a long, toasty finish. SOKOL BLOSSER DUNDEE HILLS OREGONPINOT NOIRUSA $39.99 608786 This fleshy and full-bodied style of Pinot Noir has lashings of rich, velvety fruit that unfolds with flavours of blueberry pie, vanilla cream and cool minerals. PETER LEHMANN BAROSSA PORTRAIT SHIRAZAustralia $20.99 572875 Rich folds of cashmere fruit, black cherry, plum, toasted coconut, café latte, melted milk chocolate and toasted oak with a red and black licorice finish. MASI CAMPOFIORIN VENETO APPASSIMENTO RIPASSOItaly $22.99 155051 A sumptuous and savoury wine with a plum- and cherry-rich centre threaded with notes of warm earth, nutmeg, fig, tobacco and coffee. Reliably a good-value red. PASCUAL TOSO MALBECArgentina $15.49 129163 Earthy, savoury expression of Malbec brimming with blackberry and black cherry fruit tinged with warm leather, dried cocoa, stone and anise. Lush and resonant. MARQUÉS DE RISCAL RIOJA RESERVASpain $30.99 214817 Plush dark fruit on the nose and palate nuanced with warm wood, tobacco, vanilla, plum pudding and black earth. Balanced, classic and elegant.91bcliquorstores.comSEPTEMBERMULTIPLE STORESBC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19*Join our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.39TH & CAMBIERUM WITH TERROIR PLANTATION ORIGINAL DARK RUMFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 63:00–7:00 PMSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 71:00–5:00 PMCome and try Plantation’s classic cocktails, and also learn how to make them! The Plantation Brand Ambassador will show you why Original Dark Rum is an ideal companion for cocktails. MIXING WITH AMERICAN WHISKEY AND BOURBONFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 136:00–8:00 PMLearn how to mix with some American classics. Join Joel Virginillo, whiskey specialist for Brown-Forman, for a cocktail demonstration featuring Jack Daniel’s, Old Forester and Woodford Reserve. Joel will show you how to make delicious cocktails you can easily try at home!*Time of tasting varies by store. Please check bcliquorstores.com/event for the most up-to-date schedule.BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 194:30–6:00 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.BORDEAUX 2016 PREVIEW TASTINGFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 206:00–8:00 PMJoin Barbara Philip, Master of Wine and BC Liquor Stores Category Manager, in an educational tasting session featuring her top picks of reds, whites and Sauternes from the vintage. Barbara has personally tasted the wines en premier and is excited to share them with you now that they are arriving in the BC market. Tickets are $75 and will be available September 1. Tickets include a complimentary transit pass and may be purchased at any BC Liquor Store. KELOWNA ORCHARD PARKBARREL-AGED BACARDI RUM TASTINGFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 132:00–6:00 PMJoin our friends at Bacardi as they sample the Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum and the new Bacardi 4-Year-Old. All attendees will receive a branded accessory!WINEBEER/CIDERS/COOLERSSPIRITSMIXED PRODUCTSRELEASESSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 9:30 AMAfter a wait of almost three years, the 2016 vintage of Bordeaux is finally here in BC! Join us at select BC Liquor Stores across the province for the release of the much-awaited Bordeaux 2016 vintage! Barbara Philip, Master of Wine, quotes “The 2016 vintage offers top quality across the range, from the famous Châteaux in the Médoc appellations through the petits Châteaux of Bordeaux and Bordeaux Supérieur AOC. The fruit is ripe and powerful but balanced by great finesse.” This year’s offerings include more 100 point wines than ever before and a wide selection from more than 200 Châteaux. This is the day that wine lovers and avid collectors will line up to secure their purchases of 2016’s most desirable wines. Line up early to avoid missing out on these timeless classics! Save the date: September 28, 2019 and we hope to see you there.FULL PARTICIPATING STORE LIST ON PAGE 40!FOR UP-TO-THE-MINUTE INFORMATION VISITbcliquorstores.com/promotion/bordeaux-2016Join us for our fantastic selection of seminars and tasting events. Times and dates are accurate as of press time. For updates and last-minute additions, please visit bcliquorstores.com/event. To receive monthly updates and exclusive special announcements, please subscribe at bcliquorstores.com/e-news. 92KELOWNA ORCHARD PARK SIGNATURE BC LIQUOR STORE GRAND RE-OPENINGTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 179:30 AMJoin us for the grand re-opening of our newly renovated Orchard Park store. Check out our brand new look and daily tastings. First 1,000 customers get a free gift!BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 192:00–3:30 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.LANGLEYLANGLEY SIGNATURE BC LIQUOR STORE GRAND RE-OPENINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 129:30 AMJoin us for the grand re-opening of our newly renovated Langley store. Check out our brand new look and daily tastings. First 1,000 customers get a free gift!BARREL-AGED BACARDI RUM TASTINGFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 133:00–7:00 PMJoin our friends at Bacardi as they sample the Bacardi Oakheart Spiced Rum and the new Bacardi 4-Year-Old. All attendees will receive a branded accessory!BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 194:30–6:30 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.PARK ROYALTHE DELIGHT OF GIN WITH KELLY WOODS OF SIN GINTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 56:00–8:00 PMJoin Kelly Ann Woods, actress and founder of craft distillery Gillespie’s Fine Spirits, in a fun and informative workshop featuring Sin Gin. Kelly will walk you through creating exciting cocktails perfect for the season paired with canapés provided by Saha Eatery from Squamish! Tickets are $15 and include a complimentary transit pass. Tickets may be purchased at any BC Liquor Store. FOLLOW YOUR ROAD WITH CONO SURFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 133:00–7:00 PMCome and try some beautiful Cono Sur Bicicleta wines that can be enjoyed with family and friends. A TASTING WITH LUC BOUCHARD, EXPORT DIRECTOR, MAISON DOMAINES HENRIOTTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 176:00–8:00 PMJoin us for a special night with Luc Bouchard from Maison Domaines Henriot, from Burgundy France. There are 300 years of Bouchard family winemaking history in Beaune. Learn about it in this educational tasting featuring some of their iconic wines. This is also your opportunity to get a purchased bottle signed. Tickets are $50 and include a complimentary transit pass. Tickets may be purchased at any BC Liquor Store.BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 195:00–6:30 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.DISCOVER NEW ZEALAND WITH THE NEDFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 203:00–7:00 PMCome and try some elegant wines from New Zealand’s The Ned that can be enjoyed with family and friends.SFUSFU STREETFEST WITH NESTERS MARKETFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1312:00–7:00 PMBC Liquor Stores and Nesters Market are teaming up for the SFU Streetfest! Drop by the BC Liquor Store at UniverCity for a wine and cheese pairing event featuring BC Liquor Stores’ friendly and knowledgeable Product Consultant and Nesters Market’s cheese expert.WESTWOODWESTWOOD SIGNATURE BC LIQUOR STORE GRAND RE-OPENINGTUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 109:30 AMJoin us for the grand re-opening of our newly renovated Westwood store. Check out our brand new look and daily tastings. First 1,000 customers get a free gift!OCTOBERMULTIPLE STORESBC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 17*Join our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.*Time of tasting varies by store. Please check bcliquorstores.com/event for the most up-to-date schedule.93bcliquorstores.comA SPIRIT RELEASE SPECIALWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 306:00–8:00 PMScotch Ambassador Joel Virginillo will host a very special masterclass featuring select products from the 2019 Premium Spirit Release collection. Ticket details coming soon.HALLOWINE WITH CASILLERO DEL DIABLOTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 313:00–7:00PMCelebrate with the official wine of Halloween! Learn how to pair Casillero del Diablo’s bold wines with food at this special tasting event.BOWMORE, LAPHROAIG, TYRCONNELL PREVIEW TASTINGTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 316:00–8:00 PMBeam Suntory Brand Ambassador will lead guests through a special preview tasting of brands such as the Bowmore, Laphroaig and Tyrconnell. Learn about these premium brands in a sit-down educational event highlighting their new releases. Ticket details coming soon.NOVEMBERMULTIPLE STORES2019 PREMIUM SPIRIT RELEASE PRODUCT CONSULTANT TASTINGSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29:30–11:30 AMWondering what those sought-after whiskies taste like? Join our BC Liquor Store Product Consultants in a special complimentary tasting featuring select products from the 2019 Premium Spirit Release. Taste these celebrated sought-after whiskies as they are officially unveiled in BC.BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21*Join our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.*Time of tasting varies by store. Please check bcliquorstores.com/event for the most up-to-date schedule.39TH & CAMBIEBC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 174:30–6:00 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.MASTER YOUR MARTINIFRIDAY, OCTOBER 186:00–8:00 PMJoin us in store to sample martinis from Bombay Sapphire London Dry Gin and Grey Goose Vodka. Whether your tastes lead you to gin or to vodka, you’ll come away ready to Master your Martini.THE SPIRIT OF SCOTLAND: A TASTING THROUGH ICONIC SCOTCH WHISKIESTUESDAY, OCTOBER 296:00–8:00 PMJoin Lukasz Dynowiak, Inver House Brand Ambassador, in an exclusive preview tasting featuring iconic Scotch whiskies including old favourites, as well as new expressions such as the Old Pulteney Single Casks – exclusively bottled for BC Liquor Stores. Ticket details coming soon.HALLOWINE WITH CASILLERO DEL DIABLOTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 312:00–6:00PMCelebrate with the official wine of Halloween! Learn how to pair Casillero del Diablo’s bold wines with food at this special tasting event. PARK ROYALBC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 175:00–6:30 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 9:30 AMJoin us at select BC Liquor Stores across the province for the much anticipated 2019 Premium Spirit Release! This year’s collection of premier spirits is an opportunity to explore the ever changing world of whisky and spirits. These unique products will appeal to both the enthusiast and the avid collector. A collection of remarkable single casks, that were exclusively selected for BC Liquor Stores, adds excitement to the release. These single casks were chosen for their exceptional quality and offer consumers a chance to have a truly unique product that will never be seen again. Don’t miss your chance to stake your claim on the rarest whiskies of the year. So save the date, November 2, 2019 and we hope to see you there!RELEASE FULL PARTICIPATING STORE LIST ON PAGE 76!FOR UP-TO-THE-MINUTE INFORMATION VISITbcliquorstores.com/promotion/ 2019-premium-spirit-release94THE SINGLE MALT EXPERIENCEFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 155:00–8:00 PMFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 225:00–8:00 PMFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 295:00–8:00 PMJoin Scotch Ambassador Joel Virginillo in an educational tasting experience featuring Single Malts such as the Glenfiddich, Balvenie, Ledaig, Bunnahbain, Deanston, Glenglassaugh, BenRiach, Lambay and GlenDronach. Learn about each of these brands as we focus on one distillery per week. Receive a gift with your purchase. A wrapping service will also be available for guests who purchase a single malt over $100 from the portfolio – a perfect gift for the holidays!BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 214:30–6:00 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.PREMIUM BURGUNDY TASTING WITH BARBARA PHILIP MWTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 286:00-8:00 PMJoin BC Liquor Stores Category Manager and Master of Wine, Barbara Philip, for an exclusive tasting event featuring a selection of premium Burgundy wines including a BCL Select barrel release of the 2017 Hospices de Beaune (only 248 bottles produced). Be the first to enter for an opportunity to purchase before the official release. Ticket details coming soon.PARK ROYALMACALLAN, HIGHLAND PARK, AND GLENROTHES PREVIEW TASTINGFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16:00–8:00 PMJoin Brand Ambassador Jeffrey Meyers in an educational preview tasting featuring new releases from Macallan, Highland Park and Glenrothes – all included in the 2019 Premium Spirit Release collection. Ticket details coming soon.2019 PREMIUM SPIRIT RELEASE PRODUCT CONSULTANT TASTINGSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29:30–11:30 AMJoin our BC Liquor Store Product Consultants in a special complimentary tasting featuring select products from the 2019 Premium Spirit Release. Taste these celebrated sought-after whiskies as they are officially unveiled in BC.TAYLOR FLADGATEFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 86:00–8:00 PMJoin Jorge Ramos, Taylor Fladgate’s Export Director, for a rare vertical tasting of 50-year-old single harvest tawny ports together with 2016 ports from Fonseca, Croft and Taylor Fladgate – a one-of-kind tasting event for all port enthusiasts! Ticket details coming soon.CELEBRATE THE GREY CUP WITH TWISTED TEA & THE BC LIONSFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 154:00–7:00 PMMeet and greet your favourite BC Lions players in an afternoon filled with fan favourite food, games, prizes and of course – Twisted Tea! BC LIQUOR STORES NEW & BCL SELECT TASTINGTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 215:00–6:30 PMJoin our Product Consultants for an opportunity to taste new and BCL Select offerings – only available at BC Liquor Stores. Come and try products hand-picked by our experts in an informative tasting session.VICTORIAPREMIUM BURGUNDY TASTING WITH BARBARA PHILIP MWTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 266:00–8:00 PMVISTA 18 WEST COAST GRILLJoin BC Liquor Stores Category Manager and Master of Wine, Barbara Philip, for an exclusive tasting event at Vista 18 West Coast Grill featuring a selection of premium Burgundy wines including a BCL Select barrel release of the 2017 Hospices de Beaune (only 248 bottles produced). Be the firsts to enter for an opportunity to purchase before the official release. Ticket details coming soon.39TH & CAMBIE2019 PREMIUM SPIRIT RELEASE PRODUCT CONSULTANT TASTINGSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29:30–11:30 AMJoin our BC Liquor Store Product Consultants in a special complimentary tasting featuring select products from the 2019 Premium Spirit Release. Taste these celebrated sought-after whiskies as they are officially unveiled in BC.CANADIAN CLUB 42-YEAR-OLD TASTINGSATURDAY, NOVEMBER 212:00–1:00 PMJoin us as we celebrate the 2019 Premium Spirit Release with a Canadian Club tasting and food pairing led by our Canadian Club Ambassador, Tish Harcus.PNW MEETS ISLAY, THE SINGLE MALT EXPERIENCESATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21:30–3:30 PMEnjoy a taste of premium single malts from two very unique regions at the highly anticipated annual 2019 Premium Spirit Release event.OLD-FASHIONED COCKTAIL CLASSTHURSDAY, NOVEMBER 76:00–8:00 PMJoin the Bacardi Brand Ambassador in a fun and informative cocktail class featuring Aberfeldy 12-Year-Old and Santa Teresa 1796 Ron Antiguo de Solera. Learn how to make unique cocktails and taste for yourself what makes a great old-fashioned. Ticket details coming soon.WAYNE GRETZKY ESTATES WHISKY & COCKTAILSFRIDAY, NOVEMBER 84:00–7:00 PMJoin Wayne Gretzky Estate’s Master Distiller, Joshua Beach, for an exciting tasting of Wayne Gretzky Whisky products. You can also enter for a chance to win a trip to meet Wayne Gretzky at an Edmonton Oilers game!95bcliquorstores.comSPECIAL EVENTS & TASTINGS CONTINUEDAUTUMN INSPIRATIONSSweet Potato, Beet and Apple Galette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97Creamy Carrot Alfredo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Velvet Parsnip Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98SAVOURY PASTRIESSpinach and Ricotta Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Braised Beef Vol-au-Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100Chicken and Leek Pot Pies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101FLAVOURS OF AFRICADukkah Sweet Potato Salad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102Moroccan Chicken and Almond Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103Doro Wot served with Injera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105HAPPY PLANT-BASED THANKSGIVINGMushroom Wellington served with Plant-Based Gravy . . . . .106Farro with Butternut Squash and Kale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107Roasted Carrots and Parsnips with Verde Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . .108Maple Pumpkin Cashew “Cheesecake” with Salted Caramel . . . . .108BOWLS FOR THE SOULPea and Ham Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109Wonton Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111Creamy Turkey and Wild Rice Soup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112A KISS OF COCOACocoa Pasta with Wild Mushrooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113Chocolate and Rosemary Short Ribs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115Cocoa-Kissed Bison Tenderloin served with Orange-Glazed Carrots and Brussels Sprouts . . . .117ITALIAN KITCHENArancini with Saffron Aioli . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118Polenta with Mushrooms and Poached Egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118Beef Braciole with Tomato Sauce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118PAIRS WITH ROBERT MONDAVI FUMÉ BLANCUSA $24.49 221887Thank you to Mary Conti of Rochester Hills, Michigan for their recreation of the Salmon Wellington from Holiday 2018.We want to hear from you!Recreate a recipe from TASTE at home for a chance to have it featured in an upcoming issue! 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If you have any questions about this collection notice, please contact us at taste.magazine@bcliquorstores.com.96Autumn Inspirationsfrom page 8SWEET POTATO, BEET AND APPLE GALETTE¼ cup (60 ml) ice water2 tsp (10 ml) apple cider vinegar, divided2 cups (500 ml) all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting1 tsp (5 ml) salt1 cup (250 ml) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra¼ tsp (1 ml) pepper½ tsp (2.5 ml) fresh thyme leaves5 oz (150 g) goat’s cheese, at room temperature, divided1 large red beet, peeled and sliced into ⅛-in (0.25 cm) thick rounds1 medium sweet potato, peeled and sliced into ⅛-in (0.25 cm) thick rounds1 medium baking apple (Honeycrisp, Gala or Fuji) sliced into ⅛-in (0.25 cm) thick rounds 1 Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C).2 In a measuring pitcher, stir together ice water and 1 tsp (5 ml) apple cider vinegar, set aside.3 In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut butter into flour mixture using a fork or dough blender. When done, butter should be roughly pea sized and well coated in flour. 4 Add water mixture 1 tbsp (15 ml) at a time and stir into flour mixture with a fork until a shaggy dough forms. Gently knead dough in bowl with hands 3 or 4 times. Shape dough into a disk, wrap in parchment paper and refrigerate while preparing filling.5 In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, olive oil, remaining 1 tsp (5 ml) apple cider vinegar, pepper and thyme until well combined. Set dressing aside.6 On a floured work surface, roll out dough to about a ¼-in (0.5 cm) thick round. Move dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread 3½ oz (105 g) of goat’s cheese on dough, leaving a 1½-in (3.75 cm) boarder around. Alternate layering slices of beet, sweet potato and apple over goat’s cheese working in a circular pattern and slightly overlapping. 7 Drizzle with reserved dressing before gently folding bare edges of dough inwards on top of filling. Brush crust with a little additional olive oil. 8 Bake until crust is golden brown, and vegetables are softened, about 40 to 50 minutes. Let cool for about 10 minutes before garnishing with a crumble of remaining 1½ oz (45 g) goat’s cheese. Serve slices warm or at room temperature.Serves 8PAIRS WITHWILD GOOSE PINOT GRISBC VQA $18.99 536227CEDARCREEK CHARDONNAYBC VQA $18.99 237974Next >