Category: Cocktails & Spirits

TIP OF THE DAY: Ice Cubes For Valentine’s Day…And More Uses For The Ice Cube Tray

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[1] Red and pink layered ice cubes (photos #1 and #2 © Ocean Spray). [2] Art in a glass. [3] Add some pomegranate ice cubes (here’s how from Kelly Elko). [4] Flower ice cubes: small flowers make a big impression (here’s how from Martha Stewart). [5] More ways to use an ice cube tray: save…
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RECIPE: Strawberry Rose Mojito

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[1] This Mojito is enhanced with strawberry-rose syrup for a special occasion (photo © Nielsen-Massey). [2] Every Mojito requires lots of fresh mint (photo © Indian Home Cooking).   Mojito fans: Nielsen-Massey has tailored the classic recipe for Valentine’s Day, using their vanilla extract and rosewater. If your Valentine plans are already set, put this…
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Jell-O Shots Recipes For Your Valentine(s)

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How about gelatin shots as a treat for Valentine’s Day? Use unflavored gelatin and other drink ingredients to turn your favorite cocktails into a solid form. The alcohol-free version, Jell-O Jigglers, uses Jell-O for flavor and color; and engendered the return of a very old recipe—popular among young ladies in the 1860s, popular among all…
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How To Have A Pink Party With Pink Food & Drinks

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For Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, baby girl showers, bridal showers, or any other occasion demanding that you ”think pink”: All the food and drink are in shades of pink, with some touches of deeper rose and red. There’s also a National Pink Day on June 23rd. If you want to hold your own party, menu…
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RECIPE: Grapefruit Basil Cocktail To Chase The Winter Blues

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[1] Grapefruit basil cocktail (photo © Tommy Bahama). [2] Create a twist with a channel peeler (photo © Two Tarts). [3] Get yourself a channel peeler (photo © 1 Easylife | Amazon). [4] You can knot a long strip of peel (photo © Bar Boulud | Boston).   Each weekend we try a different cocktail…
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