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inthekitchen

forever festive

sugar cookies
While technically sugar cookies are a favourite for celebrating anything, Christmas raises their profile, presenting a multitude of tempting shapes to whimsically decorate. Not only is High Tea Bakery renowned for its artistry, but the dough holds its own without adornment and gets bonus points for its crispy edges, chewy center and delicate flavour.
By Laurie Hughes

Anyone who gets asked to bring an appetizer or dessert to a festive soirée needs a reliable list of go-to recipes worthy of the season’ s amped up sparkle. Fortunately, shared signature dishes from Winnipeg’ s top chefs and restaurants have armed us with a treasure trove of options as delicious as they are beautiful. If you’ re not sure where to start when that bestie asks you to bring your favourite dish, see the forever festive appetizers and sweets, from past and current city hot spots, poised to get you through the season. All recipes are available on peguru. ca

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