In the “better late than never” category (of which you’re going to be seeing a lot this week) I was invited to a really great event by the nice people at Don Julio. As you may know, I’ve previously posted about this tequila; I’m already a fan. The Farm to Shaker event featured several courses […]
Video Pick: How to Make Spiked Cider
Today’s video pick comes from Mashable’s YouTube channel: How to Make Spiked Cider. You will need: 1 quart apple cider 1 large orange (sliced) 1 dash of nutmeg 4 cinnamon sticks 5 cloves 1 slow cooker Rum It seems simple enough. Enjoy! * * * SOURCE: How to Make Spiked Cider | Mashable via YouTube
Video Pick: Horchata Rum Punch
Today’s video pick comes to you from content partner Vianney Rodriguez, Sweet Life food blogger and recipe creator. Her “Horchata Rum Punch” is a great spin on a traditional southern cocktail (the milk punch) … and easy to make! Horchata Rum Punch (Serves 1) Ingredients 2 Oz Rum 1 Oz Simple Syrup 4 Oz Horchata […]
Three reasons to get the Keurig KOLD
My Keurig K-Cup Coffee Maker is one of my favorite appliances. In fact, I’d say it’s one of my favorite things altogether (though many would say that it’s because it gives me my beloved coffee). I love that I can make a cup of coffee or tea in about a minute. And, although the price […]
Facts about Tequila for National Tequila Day
Today is National Tequila Day. In honor of this festive occasion, I’ve pulled together a few facts about our favorite beverage: It’s distilled from the Blue Agave plant. Blue Agave grows best in blue volcanic soil that can be found near the city of Tequila, in Jalisco. It’s named after the city of Tequila, which […]
Celebrate National Margarita Day on Sunday, February 22, 2015
Did you know that tomorrow is National Margarita Day? Yep. And, once again, I will commemorate the day at least in spirit (pun intended). This fabulous drink is celebrated every February 22nd. Last year it fell on a Saturday (the better to celebrate). I suspect that even though this year it falls on a Sunday, […]
Celebrate National Tequila Day
Today is National Tequila Day. I’m not planning anything big this year… though this last year I’ve found a new favorite Tequila (Don Julio Reposado) and had a few events where Tequila was the beverage of choice. Last year for National Tequila Day I did some research and posted a list of facts about Tequila; […]
Video Pick: Beer Margarita Recipe from Martha Stewart
Today’s Video Pick is another Martha Stewart recipe: Martha Stewart’s Beer Margarita Recipe: “Comedian Rob Corddry and Martha get up close and personal as she shows him how to make tortas and mix beer margaritas.” More from Martha Stewart: Martha Stewart: http://www.marthastewart.com Subscribe to the YouTube channel for more Martha Stewart videos: http://full.sc/PtJ6Uo * * […]
Celebrate National Margarita Day!
I am told that National Margarita Day falls on February 22nd, which is (coincidentally) a Saturday. That means that all of you who want to go out and celebrate can do so without having to worry about the day-after hangover. That’s very important. Margaritas used to be my standard drink order; I became an expert […]
Cocktails to celebrate Pisco Sour Day
I seem to have stumbled into a series about drinks without even trying. Following up on National Tequila Day and National Rum Day… today is National Pisco Sour Day (Saturday, February 1, 2014). I am told that a few Houston hotspots are celebrating this “holiday” by offering a signature Pisco Infusion at a special price […]