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Connoisseurship
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Longform journalism exploring craftsmanship, taste, ritual, and mastery — reported from the road.
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From the quiet lakes of Muskoka to the cellars and lounges of Toronto — Issue 1 explores the rituals, makers, and mastery woven into life in Ontario.
Muskoka Grown: Cultivating the Spirit of Muskoka
Deep in the heart of Canadian cottage country, the Muskoka Grown/Dank Craft facility is home to a passionate team intent on rising to the challenge of producing high-quality craft cannabis — and they were kind enough to grant us a full behind-the-scenes tour.
Proudly Independent: A Pint at Muskoka Brewery
In the sleepy town of Bracebridge, you will find a bar stool just your size at Muskoka Brewery — a microbrewery known province-wide for crafting some of the most unique beers on the market and a true staple of Muskoka culture.
Sugarbush Hill Farm: A Maple Masterpiece in Muskoka
Nestled into the rocky landscape of Huntsville, Ontario, Sugarbush Hill Farm is more than a maple syrup producer — it is a showcase of heritage, legacy, and dedication to a craft practiced at the highest level outside Quebec.
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About CR
“An independent longform editorial publication exploring craftsmanship, taste, ritual, and mastery — reported from the places where these things actually live.”
Rob Sanchez — Publisher & Editor-in-Chief · Las Vegas
Matt Jerome — Canadian Correspondent