Earlier this week (i.e., yesterday), I tested a version of a beautiful blackberry cocktail from The Gastronom called The Black Scot. Here’s how it went down — Jeff came home from work and, as is his usual practice, headed downstairs to the garage to wash (or cuddle or whisper sweet nothings to) the car . […]

Beer “cocktail”!  What?! Sounds funny, but this beverage is so refreshing and thirst-quenching! Just what you all need to sip on while you’re rooting for your favorite team this Sunday . . . I enjoy beer.  I really do. But sometimes I just want to get fancy.   Know what I’m talking about? Well, this […]

The combo of clementines and thyme is genius!   This Clementine Thyme Margarita is pretty amazing. The sweetness of the clementines, the earthy flavor of thyme combine really well with tequila. Usually, I opt to leave the salt off the rim of my margarita glass — but not for this drink! The salt is awesome […]

Nutella hot chocolate!   Why has it taken me so long to discover this? I first tried Nutella, probably, 15-16 years ago.  I was warned that it was addictive. We’d spread it on chewy Italian rolls.  Dangerous.  Damn you, Nutella! It didn’t take long for me to recognize the slippery slope I was headed towards. […]

A kicked-up version of your basic mimosa. You need this! Vodka!  What a pleasant surprise! It’s a lovely companion to the sassy fresh grapefruit juice, earthy rosemary and crisp bubbly. Who knew?! I’m thinking this drink is appropriate year-round, but today I’ve got her all dressed up for New Years Eve!   Enjoy! – The […]