New posts and random finds roundup
Since I was too lazy (and busy working) today to come up with anything original today, I’ve decided to list some interesting and yummy-looking posts I’ve found today — and a few by me or my writers...
View ArticleYoo-hoo isn’t just for kids anymore: The Hooville Martini
While thumbing through an in flight magazine on the red-eye to San Antonio a few years ago, I stumbled across this fabulous cocktail recipe — the Hooville Martini. Whoever thought of using Yoo-Hoo as...
View Article‘Random stuff I’d like to make’ roundup: Valentine’s Day edition
Happy Valentine’s Day! Remember that beef stew I talked about making two weeks ago in my new cast iron dutch oven? Yeah, we ate it all before I could photograph. It was darn good. Needless to say, I’ll...
View ArticleThe white wine spritzer gets a classy, 21st century makeover (recipes)
Credit: Voga Italia While many consider the wine spritzer to be a throwback drink (made popular in the ’70s and ’80s), it seems that lately the spritzer has been making its way back onto the trendy...
View ArticleDreaming of Rio: Cachaça is Brazil’s answer to rum
Cachaça! Brazil's national booze produced from sugarcane (photo: Wikimedia Commons) Though most of the U.S is stuck in the doldrums of a chilly, gray winter, I’m in sunny Brazil. While the temperatures...
View ArticleIt’s the bomb: Get a sweet buzz from this Chocolate “Bomb” Stout Float
Believe it or not, beer and chocolate make a great pair. Better yet, beer and chocolate ice cream make an amazing pair. The inspiration for this boozy treat came from a drool-worthy photo of a similar...
View ArticleSXSW Madness!
Hey, y’all! Just wanted to let you know that you can catch my SXSW (South By Southwest) festival coverage here on cltampa.com. I’m scouting for free parties (even for non-badge holders), great food,...
View ArticleCinco de Derby: Drinking decisions for a double holiday
Whether you're donning a feathered fascinator or a colorful sombrero this Saturday, here are some Cinco and Derby drinks perfect for celebrating this double holiday. (Photo: Polkaroo via Flickr) This...
View ArticleEverything’s Coming Up Rosé
Credit: Samantha via Wikimedia Commons Head on over to my pal Penny’s blog, Penny’s Romance Reviews, to check out my guest post on one of my favorite drinks for her weekly “Martini Club”: Rosé! It’s...
View ArticleSpice up your Cinco: Two twists on classic tipples to celebrate the 5th of May
Due to the simple fact that we Americans have to make just about every holiday an excuse to drink, I’m sure that most of you are well aware that Cinco de Mayo is this weekend. That means parties,...
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