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TIP OF THE DAY: Halloween Cocktail Party

You won’t need a fork to enjoy this pumpkin pie—it’s a cocktail.

Developed by Haru Sushi as an October special, it shows that “Halloween spirits” can be delicious.

If you can’t get to your nearest Haru Sushi, make the recipe at home.

PUMPKIN PIE COCKTAIL RECIPE

Ingredients Per Cocktail

  • 3 tablespoons Absolut Pear Vodka
  • 2 tablespoons fresh pumpkin purée
  • 2 teaspoons Cointreau or other orange liqueur
  • 1.5 teaspoons simple syrup
  • Dash of bitters
  • Sprinkle of nutmeg and/or cinnamon
    (preferably fresh-ground)
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    Preparation

     

    For Halloween and Thanksgiving: a great pumpkin cocktail. Photo courtesy Haru Restaurant.

    1. Pour all contents except nutmeg/cinnamon in a shaker over ice. Shake thoroughly.

    2. Pour into a rocks glass or martini glass, straight up.

    3. Garnish with nutmeg/cinnamon.
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    We were inspired by the Pumpkin Pie Cocktail—and THE NIBBLE’s supply of other Halloween cocktail recipes—to invite friends to a Halloween cocktail party. You’ve got plenty of time to plan a party: Go for it! You can assemble a memorable Halloween cocktail menu from the recipes below.

  • Bloody Eyeball Martini
  • Halloween Brandy Cocktails
  • Halloween Gin Cocktails
  • Halloween Kahlúa Cocktails
  • Halloween Vodka Cocktails
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    TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Rancho Gordo Gourmet Beans

    Beautiful cranberry beans from Rancho
    Gordo. Photo by River Soma | THE NIBBLE.

    Beans were nutritious fare for our ancestors. Yet today, many people think of beans as inexpensive food consumed by people who can’t afford better.

    They haven’t had Rancho Gordo heirloom beans!

    There’s no better way to learn to appreciate beans than to try the impressive selection of heirloom beans grown in California by Rancho Gordo.

    Far from serving “affordable” fare, your friends and family will see you as the fine food enthusiast you are. More good news: Beans are extremely healthy food. You’ll read why in the full article.

    Heirloom beans are made from old strains that have more flavor, better texture and a beautiful appearance. Many have been rescued from extinction by specialty growers. Due to lower yield, more demanding growing requirements or other factors, these strains have been passed by by large-scale commercial growers.

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    TIP OF THE DAY: Balsamic & Vanilla Ice Cream

    We’ve previously written about how you can make a sophisticated dessert, simply by topping ice cream with a jigger of Scotch.

    Today, we’ve got a similar tip for a Balsamic Sundae.

    Strawberries drizzled with balsamic vinegar are a classic Italian dessert. Americanize it with some ice cream!

    Ingredients
    For a truly memorable dessert, all you need are:
    * Top-quality vanilla ice cream
    * Fresh strawberries
    * Aged balsamic vinegar (the better the vinegar, the better the dessert)

     

    Drizzle balsamic vinegar on vanilla ice
    cream for a taste sensation. Photo and
    tip courtesy HouseOfBalsamic.com.

    Preparation
    1. Scoop ice cream into a dish, rocks glass or goblet.
    2. Drizzle with a few drops of quality balsamic vinegar.
    3. Top with sliced strawberries.

    Alternative Presentation
    1. Use a flat plate instead of a bowl or glass.
    2. Arrange a handful of fresh strawberries on the plate.
    3. Scoop ice cream next to the strawberries.
    4. Drizzle with balsamic and serve.

    Find more ice cream recipes in our Gourmet Ice Cream Section.

    Find more balsamic recipes at HouseOfBalsamic.com.

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    FOOD VIDEO: How to Choose Vodka on a Budget

      Vodka is the top-selling spirit in America. Food and Wine Magazine’s Ray Isle shows you how to buy a quality vodka without overspending: one bottle for mixing and a second for drinking straight.

  • See the History of Vodka to understand how it all began.
  • Then, try some of these colorful vodka cocktail recipes that go beyond the usual Cosmo or Screwdriver.
  • For a seasonal treat, try a colorful Pumpkin Martini and other Halloween Vodka Cocktails.
  • Find more how-tos in our Video Section.
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    ENTERTAINING: “Halloween Cheese” As Party Food

    Basiron Rosso Pesto gets its harvest-red
    color from the addition of tomatoes and its
    exciting flavor from the addition of basil and
    garlic. It’s is available from iGourmet.com.

    How does an adult food enthusiast celebrate Halloween?

    There’s gourmet Halloween candy and more Halloween candy, of course.

    But you may prefer a wine and cheese party with special Halloween cheeses.

    We have six special cheeses to make your Halloween party a treat. The only trick is tracking them down. But you can find them all online at iGourmet.com.

    • Take a look at these beautiful Halloween cheeses.
    • Try these spooky Halloween recipes to complement your wine and cheese, including Barbecued Worm Sandwiches, Mummified Mashed Potatoes, Spooky Shepherd’s Pie and a special Halloween Chocolate Cake.

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