Lillet Blanc Spritzer
Lillet is a French aperitif made from Bordeaux wine and fruit liqueurs. The fruit liqueurs are made by steeping fruit peels in distilled spirits. Lillet makes absolutely the most divine spritzers. Combine Lillet Blanc, prosecco and seltzer water with a little lemon wheel garnish and it will transform the most dull chilly winter evening into […]
The BEST Juicer -Fluicer by Dreamfarm
This is the BEST citrus juicer! The Fluicer is an easy squeeze citrus juicer that folds completely flat for space-saving storage – fits flat in your kitchen utensil drawer. Three sizes – orange for oranges, yellow for lemons and green for limes. (I use my lemon Fluicer for my limes.) Strains out the seeds so […]
Gardner’s Spritz
Fanciful Elderflower flavors in a sparkling cocktail. Empress 1908 Elderflower Rose has a rich aroma and a surprisingly understated floral palate. With exquisite citrus and spice notes and a hint of sweetness.
Maiden’s Prayer Cocktail
A delicate blend of Cointreau, gin, lemon and orange juice. This cocktail is the answer to my prayers!
Sweet Cherry Amaretto Margarita
Amaretto adds the perfect sweet nutty flavor to my sweet cherry margarita.
Cherry Bourbon Amaretto Sour
One of my favorite cocktail ingredients is amaretto. It adds a nutty sweetness to my cocktails. My Cherry Bourbon Amaretto Sour is the perfect cocktail to sip outside around the fire pit or inside next to a cozy fire.
Cava Cava Orange Martini
When you see Cava Cava oranges in the grocery store, I encourage you to pick up a bag or two! You’ll find them in season between December and April. Cara Caras are a type of navel orange, but they have a surprise inside! The ones that are labeled “pink inside” are just that – a […]
Raspberry French 75
My favorite gin is Empress 1908. They have a “new to me” gin – Elderflower Rose. It has a beautiful pink rose color. “Empress Elderflower Rose is handcrafted in copper pot stills and features a bright floral bouquet of nine unique premium botanicals. Distinguished by its surprisingly understated floral palate complemented by citrus and spice […]
Champagne Saffron Risotto
A fabulous dish – equally comfortable sitting at a fancy dinner or casual supper. Delicious and filling on its own, or paired with grilled shrimp or lobster and a green salad. The saffron and champagne are delicate flavors, so seafood would be my choice to pair this risotto (so the flavor of the fish/meat does […]
Sugar and Spice Cashews
You are going to want to try this recipe – my sugar and spice cashews are dipped in confectioners sugar, then fried, which gives them the perfect crunch and spiced with cayenne and lime zest.
