If there ever was a time to eat your feelings, it’s Covid times! Comfort food has been the carb-packed indulgent accompaniment to the past year’s trials and tribulations for us all.

In 2013, the British Columbia government created a new category of distillery for the province, kickstarting a revolution in the Canadian spirit market.

I have a much-cherished photograph from my first experience at the Bearfoot Bistro in 2012. It’s a glass topped with a napkin adorned with coloured tape, speared through with a cinnamon stick.

Whistler has you covered for tasty food & drink. Après and casually dine at the cozy, new Braidwood Tavern at the Four Seasons Resort and Residences; check out the newly revamped Quattro, the legendary Whistler restaurant favourite now under new ownership; memorable, signature, dining in style with your “bubble” or family at the magical snow globes at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler.

We asked three of our favourite Whistler sommeliers to tell us about the wine that they’re most excited to share with their guests this winter.

We all want to indulge in winter’s fun side, heading out early to catch the powder and aprèsing until the alpenglow descends; however, this can take its toll.

Progression in an artist’s work is a process that occurs naturally as a result of having more time in the studio, advancing skills and the ambition to evolve one’s work.

Visit Whistler’s exceptional galleries to admire an array of artistic talent and perhaps find that unique piece for your home.

Find a sweater for every member of the family and so much more at Amos & Andes, The Whistler Sweater Shop; get all the winter essentials to keep your kids warm and cozy at Mountain Kids Outfitters.

Treat yourself to some decadent hand-made fudge, and you must try the chocolate-coated, gooey caramel and cashew creations that are their signature Grizzly Claws at Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.