POPCORN | HONEY | GIN FIZZ | MARTINI This week I have four picks featuring one of my favorite herbs. Rosemary pairs so well with red meat, pork or shrimp, and I love using it in cocktails too. Tonight we are having friends over, and I’m going to take a stab at the [...]
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I’m adding a new addition to my On The Bar posts with a “Pinterest Picks” round-up! One ingredient and four inspiring photos for your next cocktail creation. This one is all about Grapefruit, and It’s probably my favorite fruity mix for cocktails. I’m in love with the beautiful colors in these photos. Who’s ready for [...]
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Parties and celebrations are in full swing this month so I have booze and bar gifts on the brain. Here are a few gifts for the wannabe mixologist on your list that would make unique hostess gifts too! 1. W+P BARWARE 2. BITTERS 3. GROWLER CRATE 4. COMMERCIAL JUICER 5. JAPANESE ICE PICK [...]
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Our fridge seems to be packed with hot sauces and jams (mostly Emily G’s), too much to eat really so I try to get creative. Chicken wings and Bloody Mary’s are an obvious choice for the hot sauce surplus (obsessed with this one), and jams make a nice accompaniment to many meats, but mostly I’ve [...]
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Cranberry & Lime Simple Syrup… In a medium pot combine 1 bag of fresh cranberries, zest of one lime (squeeze the rest), about 2 cups of water and 1 1/2 cups of sugar. Bring to a boil and when cranberries began to burst, reduce heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Strain and store [...]
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