Lisa Wolansky
Lisa Wolansky is a journalist living in Edmonton, taking in all the city has to offer. She enjoys great food, great wine and a nice body massage. Her love of different cuisine inspires her to not only to explore the Canadian food scene by dining out, but also by creating colourful and exciting dishes in her own kitchen. Although wine is usually her beverage of choice, Lisa also has a newly found love for bourbon. Lisa has been in the media industry for over 10 years, working with City TV, Shaw TV and Global News.
Hansen Distillery shares generations of family traditions with moonshine
It’s a family tradition that’s been passed down from generation to generation.
Baijiu Milk Punch
Rich, carb-laden foods aren't the only things that can warm you up in the wintertime. Robust and spicy cocktails can also help you get you all toasty.
The Common's New York Sour
Just like with our food and our clothes, our taste for cocktails change with the seasons, and something light and refreshing just doesn't cut it when there's snow on our boots. At Edmonton's The Common, mixologist Landon Cann opts for ag
Warm up with winter cocktails at these 5 spots in Edmonton
Boozy, spicy and with a twist.
Laughing Stock Vineyards: how David and Cynthia Enns went from the finance industry to the business of fermentation
From spending their days around numbers in the finance industry, to following their dreams of buying a vineyard and making wine, Cynthia and David Enns have done want many hope to when they started Laughing S
Behind the vines with Tyler Harlton of TH Wines
From the farm, to pro hockey player, to lawyer, to starting a winery, Tyler Harlton has had quite the ride.
Spice Orange Smash cocktail with Hennessy cognac
Orange marmalade isn't just for your toast. Use it in this cocktail recipe along with Hennessy cognac for a lively, yet rich and warming drink that's perfect for the colder months.
The cognac comeback
No longer is cognac only enjoyed in a snifter by the fire. Although this is still appealing, the way people are sipping this smooth brown liquor has certainly changed.
The Sidecar cocktail
This is a classic cognac cocktail, first published in 1922, that's a great entry point for someone who would like to get into brandy.
The resurgence of local butcher shops
In and around Edmonton, these butchers are bringing back the traditional meat shopping experience.