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World Gin Day is second Saturday in June, a global celebration of all things gin. Sure, you could have a French 75, G&T, Martini, Negroni, or a Tom Collins, but how about something new? That new recipe, the Pimlet (photo #1) follows; but first, some background: > The history of gin. > The history of…
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[1] Salt & Vinegar Martini at Cheeky’s | St. Petersburg (photo © Sarah Maingot). [2] Not everything on a plateau de mer (plate of the sea, also called plateau de fruits de mer, fruits of the sea) is raw, but it’s all delicious with our featured Martini. See more about the plateau de mer in…
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[1] A bottle of Habanero Hot Honey Syrup has many uses in the kitchen. See them below (photos #1, #2, and #3 © Cheeky Cocktails). [2] The two-ounce size makes tasty party favors and stocking stuffers. [3] It’s time to bring back the Bee’s Knees gin cocktail—and make it spicy! The recipe is below. [4]…
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Instead of the conventional glass of wine poured while waiting to sit down for Easter dinner, how about a carrot cocktail? This recipe is from Chef Richard Sandoval, proprietor of two haute Mexican restaurants in Manhattan we love: Maya and Tán. The recipe follows, but first: > The history of carrots. > The history of…
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[1] Cherrystone clams on the half shell with a glass of Chardonnay (photo by Chat GPT 2025-03-31). [2] Topneck clams with a glass of sparkling wine (photos #2 and #3 by FLUX 1.1 2025-03-31). [3] Littleneck clams with a beer. [4] A comparison of some quahog sizes, from the top: littleneck, topneck, and cherrystone. Here’s…
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