what to serve

Ice-cold beer is a straightforward pairing for this family barbecue menu. Choose a light-bodied Asian lager such as Tiger Beer (LCBO 537258, 500 mL, $2.30). Lively and balanced, Tiger Beer is one of Vietnam’s most popular brands and a fixture at Toronto’s Vietnamese restaurants. Holland’s

Heineken (LCBO 18, 6 pk, $14.50) comes to the table with floral and grassy hop notes and a crisp, cleansing finish.

Japan’s Sapporo Premium Beer (LCBO 546564, 650 mL, $3.95) is brewed in a food-friendly dry style, with light bitterness and citrus notes.