Fresh and local is what's it's all about. A feeling of refreshment and all things new and green defines spring and motivates us to look forward to the season. Delivering a spring palette of topics from the 100 Mile Diet to Everything Pinot plus 20 Must-Try BC Wines, this issue is chock full of more than 40 recipes. Enjoy these perfect-for-patio articles in the Spring 2009 issue of Taste. 

100 Mile Diet - shop local, eat local

A Taste of New Zealand - grapes that are first to see the morning sun

The Many Flavours of Vodka - new infusions from bison grass to blueberry

Salt of the Earth - what's so special about salt?

Everything Pinot - an in-depth discussion on that infamous Sideways grape

Let's Do (Spring) Lunch! - light dishes to share with friends

Eco-alternative Packaging - glass isn't always greener

Virtual Rhône - a tasting tour through France's Rhône Valley

Spring with the Stinkin' Rose - garlic with glamour