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When the time comes this holiday season, don’t be afraid to pop champagne!

Champagne Pairings Champagne is a highly versatile drink. Although we can often be intimidated to pair bubbly with our favourite foods, it can be an incredible and fun choice.

"The saying “the days are long, but the years are short” is something that has been on my mind as of late, especially now that we find ourselves in December. It’s easy to spend the holidays on auto-pilot, but by doing so, we are missing out on what makes life in December so exciting. The holidays are the perfect time to reflect on this notion; to slow down, enjoy each moment, and spend time with our friends and family – the reason why we celebrate this time of year in the first place."

Toronto’s Holiday Season And just like that, it’s December. The season of short, cold days, wine by the fireplace, knit sweaters, and an excitement for what’s to come in the new year.

Torontonians should take note. Hygge, an untranslatable Danish word that can be loosely defined as "coziness", is the act of spending quality time with loved ones and friends over good food and drink, usually during the dark winter months. It is speculated that hygge is why the Danes, and the rest of the Scandinavian population, are among the happiest people on earth - it's because hygge, in its purest form, is about our relationships with others. - Read more on THE JOURNAL on our website.

Scandinavian Influence Having lived in Copenhagen for a period of six months, I can empathize with our newfound love for this culture. These nations are home to some of the best, most thriving cities in the world, and for good reason.