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Halloween is the season of indulgence: candy corn, caramel apples, pumpkin-spiced everything. But if you’re like me, October doesn’t feel complete without a spooky sip in hand—something dark, theatrical, and just a little sinister. That’s why I couldn’t resist diving into Cocktails from the Crypt: Terrifying Yet Delicious Concoctions Inspired by Your Favorite Horror Films

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from Cocktails from the Crypt Movie Morsel: The creature’s design was the handiwork of special effects maestro Sam Winston (who also directed the film!). He crafted Pumpkinhead to be both frightful and sympathetic, much like the cocktail’s spiky kick followed by a sweet, cinnamony relief. Dare to summon a cocktail that’s as mischievously potent as

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What’s Your favorite scary cocktail? Curate the ultimate horror movie night with this collection of chilling cocktails that are sure to sate even the most bloodthirsty killers. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of classic frights, love to indulge in the madness of B-movie magic, or delight at the thrills of modern masterpieces, this collection has

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Wine and memoir make a heady pairing, and Natalie MacLean, one of Canada’s best-known wine writers, proves she can blend them as deftly as a winemaker layers aromas in a glass of Pinot Noir. Her book Wine Witch on Fire: Rising from the Ashes of Divorce, Defamation, and Drinking Too Much is not your usual

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from Wine Witch on Fire Frittatas originated in Italy and have to be the easiest egg dishes to make. And, you don’t have to flip the eggs like one has to for an omelette. Frittatas are a fool proof meal and the perfect solution to the empty fridge syndrome (a great way to use leftovers).

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Natalie MacLean, a bestselling wine writer, is shocked when her husband of twenty years, a high-powered CEO, demands a divorce. Then an online mob of rivals comes for her career. Wavering between despair and determination, she must fight for her son, rebuild her career, and salvage her self-worth using her superpowers: heart, humour, and an

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A cookbook that feels like a warm invitation into someone’s kitchen is something magical. Jana Roerick’s The Little Island Bake Shop: Heirloom Recipes Made for Sharing (Figure 1 Publishing) is exactly that kind of book—a collection of cherished recipes rooted in tradition, hospitality, and the irresistible allure of homemade baked goods. Inspired by her beloved

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from The Little Island Bake Shop I don’t sell doughnuts inn my shop, but I used to make them back when I was wheeling my cart around Toronto Island. This dough doesn’t require yeast and it makes an old-fashioned cake doughnut that is super satisfying. Don’t be intimidated by frying the batter – it’s much

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