I had this for the first time in Austin, TX. I was surprised I had never thought of this. Rose water is an Arabic staple and is used in deserts. Rose water is not sweet like simple syrup, but more like an extract and is used much like we commonly use vanilla. I have seen [...]
That is Jamaica, pronounced Ha-My-KA, not Ja-MAY-KA. The dried Jamaica, as seen on the plate, doesn’t exactly resemble the Hibiscus flower it once was. The dried flowers are sold in big open bins in Hispanic/Latino grocery stores. It’s flowers make a beautiful deep red tea that combines beautifully with red wine. It is absolutely delicious. [...]
Ouch. Time to order Chipotle-away from Billy Mays. This drink brings the heat and is delicious with BBQ and tacos. Add some beer for the Michelada from heaven. Bloody Maria Makes 1 Bloody Maria 2/3 Cup tomato juice 2 limes cut in half ½ a chipotle in adobo sauce, minced 1 ½ oz citrus vodka [...]
I keep many types of flavored vodka in around in case I get the itch. This is one of my favorites. A shot of this vodka mixed with different types of pop, like Squirt, 7-Up or Sierra Mist is fabulous. It’s not a girly or fruity drink…just something simple and flavorful that you could serve [...]
This drink is very 80′s. But don’t let that fool you…I don’t think pink lemonade vodka was available then. It is meant for summer because it’s girly, sweet, and tart. Add an umbrella and bring it to the beach in a thermos so it stays cool. If you are going to the beach in the [...]
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In sixth grade I became friends with Beth, a cute little thing, who took me to the Detroit Yacht Club. Her family would invite me to swim inside (fancy), dress up, and eat dinner. I loved eating there because the things they served were familiar, but with a snobby twist. We sat next to fountains, [...]
I have taken the dul out of adult drinks. This year for Sandy’s birthday I invented a cake drink. Everyone who drank it knew what was in it, and really did enjoy it. Use the same shot glass for all three ingredients so the birthday person will have minimal dishes to wash. This kind of [...]