Cinco de Mayo Margarita Recipes

Enjoy Cinco de Mayo with the classic Margarita or if you're looking for something a little more chilled after a busy day of work try the frozen Margarita. The DIY type of girl here are two amazing and easy recipes from Cocktail Times (cocktailtimes.com).

Margarita

Ingredients:

- 2 oz silver tequila
- juice of half lime
- 1 oz orange curacao (or Cointreau)
Garnish: lime wedge
Rim: salt

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Pour into a margarita glass rimmed with salt and garnish with lime wedge.


Frozen Margarita

Ingredients:

- 2 oz tequila (silver)
- juice of one lime
- 1 oz orange curacao or triple sec
- 1 cup ice cubes
- salt (optional)
Garnish: lime wedge

Direction:

1. Rub the rim of a margarita glass and dip it into salt.
2. Mix tequila, lime juice, triple sec and ice in a blender.
3. Pour into a glass and garnish with a lime wedge.


Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink and Drive!!!

Press Release: Say 'I Do' To Fun Drink Recipes For Bridal Showers

ROCHESTER, N.Y., March 29 -- Celebrating the bride begins long before she puts on the white dress and says "I do." The months leading up to the wedding, the most important women in her life -- mom, sisters, family and best girlfriends -- come together to throw a bridal shower. From the invitations to the food and drinks, everything has to be perfect, but doesn't need to cost a fortune. Simple, colorful and delicious mixed drinks can make any bridal shower memorable while staying on a budget.

Seagram's Escapes suggests forgetting the punch bowl and mixing it up. For a delicious twist on traditional party drinks, the hosts can whip up creative cocktails by using Seagram's Escapes flavors as a base, then adding spirits, juices and fresh fruit. Serving drinks in champagne, martini or wine glasses also makes for an extra special bridal shower touch.

Whether you're planning a bridal shower, bachelorette or engagement party, or just a night with the girls, the hosts can impress guests with these easy-to-mix drink recipes:


Blushing Bride (Watermelon Martini drink recipe)

Ingredients:
- One 11.2 oz. bottle Seagram's Escapes Jamaican Me Happy
- 4 oz. Watermelon Vodka
- Splash of Lime Juice

Directions:
1. Mix ingredients and Shake with ice
2. Strain into a chilled martini glass
3. Garnish with a lemon slice

Serves two


Couples' First Kiss (Sparkling Peach Lemonade drink recipe)

Ingredients:
- One 11.2 oz. bottle Seagram's Escapes Peach Fuzzy Navel
- 10 oz. Dry Sparkling Wine
- 6 oz. Lemonade

Directions:
1. Mix ingredients and Serve over ice
2. Garnish with a slice of lemon

Serves three


Honeymoon Horizon (Orange Pineapple Mojito drink recipe)

Ingredients:
- One 11.2 oz. bottle Seagram's Escapes Bahama Mama
- 4 oz. White Rum
- 8 oz. Club Soda
- 4 lime wedges
- 6 mint leaves

Directions:
1. Mix ingredients and Serve over ice
2. Garnish with an orange slice

Serves three


**Hostess Tips:

•Drink recipes can be easily increased to serve more guests by doubling or tripling ingredients.

•For easy serving, create any of the drink recipes above, pour into chilled glasses and set out on a serving tray. Guests can help themselves, while the cocktails serve as a colorful centerpiece at the same time.

•Consider printing out recipe cards with the drink recipes you serve for guests to take home as a bridal shower favor.


For more information and unique drink recipes, visit www.seagramsescapes.com. Become a fan of Seagram's Escapes at www.facebook.com/SeagramsEscapes. To view and subscribe to more news from Seagram's Escapes, visit http://www.pitchfeed.com/seagram'sescapes/18968.

About The Genesee Brewery:

The Genesee Brewery, based in Rochester, New York, is one of the largest and oldest continually operating breweries in the United States. The brewery makes the historic Genesee line of brands, Seagram's Escapes, as well as Dundee Ales and Lagers family of craft brands, which includes the Original Honey Brown Lager. The Genesee Brewing Company also manufactures beer and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages under contracts on behalf of other companies.

Please unwind responsibly.

Skylight One Hanson Hosts 'It's All About Brooklyn!' to Officially Launch the Taste of Brooklyn's High-End Potential Industry

Event to Showcase Select Brooklyn Small Businesses and Introduce a Beautiful, Historic Venue to the Community

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Jan. 20 -- The Skylight Group will officially introduce its new high-end Brooklyn venue to the New York special events industry at a launch party this Thursday, January 21st. "It's All About Brooklyn!" will feature hors d'oeuvres, drinks and desserts from many local vendors to show traditionally Manhattan-focused event planners the current caliber of the borough's offerings against the backdrop of one of its historical masterpieces. The 15,000 square-foot venue is located on the ground floor of One Hanson Place, a beautifully refurbished residential tower that for years was the iconic and historic Williamsburg Bank Building.

The original bank hall serves as the main event space for Skylight One Hanson. The venue features original details including intricate marble floors, carved teller stations and an impressive 40-foot mosaic of New York as a Dutch colony. It also boasts a vaulted 63-foot ceiling with images of the zodiac in the night sky. On Thursday, party guests will be given a sneak peek into the original bank vault, which provides a modern art deco contrast to the Romanesque space above, and will also be available for events. The inner workings of the vault's jaw-dropping 36-ton doors will be beautifully lit by L & M Sound and Light to enable the NYC event industry to discover a new use for this historic underground space.

The event will showcase some of Brooklyn's finest local businesses, including:

•Great Performances, the exclusive caterer for the Brooklyn Academy of Music, which sits adjacent to Skylight One Hanson and is best known for crafting food and beverage menus that celebrate the borough's distinctive flavor

•Stinky BKLYN, a European-style cheese shop with a serious Brooklyn edge located just a mile from One Hanson

•Wine Cellar Sorbets, purveyors that cater to the sweet tooth

•Brooklyn Brewery, which started with a stand on the streets of NYC, and is now one of the 40 largest breweries in the country

•Cakeman Raven, one of Brooklyn's most cherished bakeries, will provide a custom-designed cake that Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz will cut towards the end of the event.


"Skylight One Hanson offers a beautiful event space in Brooklyn's most iconic architectural landmark. Plus, it's conveniently located for guests arriving from the 'outer borough' of Manhattan – and I guarantee that once they see all that Brooklyn has to offer, some of them won't be going back!" joked Markowitz, President of the Brooklyn Borough.

"There is a real demand for special event venues located within architectural monuments both in Manhattan and in Brooklyn," said Jennifer Blumin, President of the Skylight Group. "The space's historical ties to the community make Skylight One Hanson the ideal setting to bring New York's event industry together with the best of Brooklyn's local vendors."


About One Hanson

One Hanson, also known as the Williamsburg Savings Bank is a true Brooklyn icon. This historic landmark, known for its four sided clock, has been reborn into 179 luxury residences, most with views of New York Harbor, and the Brooklyn and Manhattan skyline. One Hanson Place is located at the center of four vibrant neighborhoods and is surrounded by many of Brooklyn's rich cultural institutions such as The Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Brooklyn Museum and The Brooklyn Botanic Gardens. Building amenities include Luxury Attache's concierge services, a Sky Lounge, a fitness center, a children's playroom and a high floor common terrace. One Hanson brings Manhattan luxury and lifestyle to Brooklyn. For more information, visit www.onehanson.com.

To schedule a viewing of the luxury residences located above Skylight One Hanson, or for more information about the property, please call: (718) 233-6600 or email: info@onehanson.com.


About Skylight Group

The Skylight Group is a Manhattan-based event space management firm that specializes in re-conceiving spaces and converting them for high-end event use. With a portfolio that includes Skylight Soho and Skylight West in Manhattan and Skylight One Hanson in Brooklyn, the Skylight Group is known for providing full service and an extensive network of resources to its discerning clients, who include Ralph Lauren, the Whitney Museum, Vogue and Google. Managing every part of the process from inception and construction to long-term operations and marketing, The Skylight Group hosts several hundred events per year, which run the gamut from fashion shows and gala dinners to weddings and photo shoots. www.skylightnyc.com

Happy Hour Cocktail: Gingerbread Latte

If you absolutely adore the taste of gingerbread then you are going to love this drink, the Gingerbread Latte. Even though last years big holidays are over, you still want to party during the rest of winter and this yummy cocktail is the ultimate party drink to serve.

Gingerbread Latte (from Cocktail Times)


Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 parts Absolut Vodka
- 1 part Hiram Walker Gingerbread Liquer
- 1/2 part Kahlua
- 1 /2 part Milk
Garnish: whipped cream, nutmeg

Directions:

1. Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice.
2. Shake vigorously and strain into a martini glass.
3. Garnish with whipped cream and a shake of nutmeg.

Tasting Table 'NY Specials Edition' Debuts January 2010

NEW YORK, Dec. 15 -- Tasting Table, the free daily epicurean email, will launch its "NY Specials" edition this January. This new weekly email will offer subscribers special access to the city's tastiest food-centric happenings, from delicious deals to exclusive tables at restaurant openings.

Beyond just discounts, NY Specials will also connect readers to Tasting Table-approved restaurants, bars, wine shops and markets through private dinners, specialty menu offerings and highly coveted reservations.

"In the year since we launched, we've learned that our readers are not only hungry for dining recommendations and culinary expertise, but they're also eager to share Tasting Table's relationships with our city's outstanding hospitality scene," says Tasting Table CEO Geoff Bartakovics. "Where our daily New York edition covers the best of the city's food and drink, our weekly NY Specials email will provide that unique access to experience those establishments."

The inaugural NY Specials email is set to launch in January 2010. Tasting Table readers can sign up now at http://TastingTable.com/NYspecials.

ABOUT TASTING TABLE:

Tasting Table (http://tastingtable.com) is the free daily email about the very best of eating and drinking culture across the country. Each day, subscribers receive one delicious discovery, covering a range of epicurean topics including dining, wine, cocktails, personalities and food travel. Tasting Table stands out for its unique approach to editorial coverage: Every recommendation is based on first-hand research not blog posts or press releases and is delivered to readers in a smart, lively voice.

Cinco de Mayo Happy Hour Drink: Cinco Herradura Cocktail

After work I'm meeting some friends for authentic Mexican food (we made reservations just to be on the safe side that we will get seated). But, before I get too busy to post here's a Cinco de Mayo cocktail from Cocktail Times. The Cinco Herradura seems like a fun drink and while everyone else is ordering Margaritas you can be a little different and order this little delight.

Cinco Herradura Cocktail

Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 oz Tequila Herradura silver
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- Splash of lemon-lime soda
Garnish: fresh lime wedge, green, red and white sugar for rimming

Directions:

1. Stir the tequila, fruit juices and soda together in a tall glass.
2. Garnish with a fresh lime.
3. Rim a third of a tumbler with lime and dip in green sugar. Rim the adjoining third of the glass with lime and dip in white sugar; rim the last third and drip in red sugar.

Cocktails for Two or Ten. Four Books to Spice Up Your Next Party.

You love throwing parties or just having friends over for drinks. But your usual signature drink is starting to feel a little stale. It's a new year, spice it up a bit. Find a new fave. A few books for fun cocktails are:


Party Drinks! 50 Classic Cocktails and Lively Libations by A. J. Rathbun ($12.95)



Ultimate Guide to Pitcher Drinks: Cool Cocktails for a Crowd by Sharon Tyler Herbst ($13.95)



101 Sangrias and Pitcher Drinks by Alexandra Grablewski and Kim Haasarude ($16.95)



It's 5 O'Clock Somewhere: The Global Guide to Fabulous Cocktails by Colleen Mullaney ($17.95)

Friday Cocktail: Zen Breeze Green Tea Cocktail

Since it's so snowy outside, I felt like posting a summer type cocktail recipe. I hope you like it. Enjoy.

(From eatertainment.com)

Ingredients:
Serves 1

1 oz - Zen Green Tea Liqueur
1 oz - Vodka
5 oz - White Cranberry Juice
1 lime slice or rosemary stick

Directions:

1. Mix the Green Tea Liqueur, Vodka and white cranberry juice.
2. Serve in an ice-filled highball glass.
3. Garnish with a lime slice or a stick of rosemary.

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive.

Take Holiday Entertaining To the Next Level with IZZE Food Pairing Ideas

Chef Lachlan Mackinnon Patterson of Frasca Food and Wine Shares Food Pairing Recommendations & Favorite Holiday Recipes

BOULDER, Colo. — Holiday celebrations include enjoying festive parties and delicious meals with family and friends. This holiday season take hosting and entertaining to a new level by pairing the food with a beverage that enhances the flavors of each dish.

"Food can be great-tasting as is, but you take it to another level when you enjoy it with an accompanying beverage," said Lachlan Mackinnon Patterson, owner and chef, Boulder-based Frasca Food and Wine. "Choose a premium, non-alcoholic option, like IZZE® Sparkling Juice, to pair with each course and taste the flavors come to life."

Here are a few suggestions from Chef Mackinnon Patterson regarding IZZE food pairings for the holidays:

** Salmon, whether hot or cold, is delicious paired with citrus-based beverages such as IZZE Sparkling Clementine or Sparkling Grapefruit. For a flavorful appetizer that's easy to prepare, place sliced smoked salmon on small toasts with a bit of cream cheese mixed with scallions (see picture below). It's sure to be a favorite.















** Doing a sit-down dinner? Try roast pork loin. Stuff the pork loin with your favorite dried fruits and cheeses for a delicious main dish (see picture below). To bring out the flavor, try this dish with IZZE Sparkling Pomegranate.















** Put a new spin on what you drink with your turkey and pick a sparkling juice, like IZZE Sparkling Blackberry which has sweet and fruity notes. It enhances the taste of the meat and will be enjoyed by all.

** Warm lentils served over salad make a great vegetarian side. Pair this dish with IZZE Sparkling Peach to bring out its intricate flavors.

** Mix up a few signature IZZE cocktails, serve them in smaller glasses and pair them with a few of your favorite appetizers. Encourage guests to sample the appetizers with each of the drinks to enjoy the flavor to the fullest. Add a special touch to each of the cocktails by adding sugar to the rim of the glass or a garnish of berries. Use fancy silver picks to make the appearance even more special.

** Pair your activity with a beverage. For example, after a long day skiing in the crisp cool air, a warm beverage is perfect. Try making hot cocoa with IZZE Sparkling Blackberry to give the coca an intense fruit flavor.

Beverage Pairing Tip: If the range of courses includes a variety of flavors and they are served individually, choose a unique beverage to enhance each dish. If the meal is served with all the courses on the table together, then keep it simple and select a beverage that works best with the main entrée.

"Because so much of the holidays are about food and entertaining, we wanted to heighten people's experiences by giving them some suggestions on how best to enjoy the most flavor from their foods;" said Kelli McCusker, CMO, IZZE Beverage Company. "We are excited to partner with award-winning Chef Mackinnon Patterson to develop these recommendations and share them with our consumers."

IZZE Sparkling Juice is an all natural blend of pure fruit juice and sparkling water with nothing artificial. It is available in seven true-to-the-fruit flavors, including new Sparkling Peach. Each flavor pairs well with a variety of foods. IZZE is great-tasting when served over ice or when used as a mixer.

Ringing in the New Year
Beverages, especially those with bubbles, play a very important role in New Year's festivities. This year, think beyond champagne and look to sparkling juices. Sparkling Juices, like IZZE, make delicious festive cocktails and, for those who prefer non-alcoholic options, mocktails, too. Raise a glass filled with a signature IZZE drink and ring in the New Year with fruitful exuberance.

For more information, visit www.IZZE.com.

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Press Contact:
Meg Heitlinger
meg@izze.com

Hot Cocktail: Cran-Apple Cobbler

The last thing I like to do is get stuck in a rut even it's with cocktails. I have my favorites but I like to expand my favorites by ordering or making different ones. Sometimes they're not so great but others are.

One that I find absolutely delicious is the Cran-Apple Cobbler (from cocktailtimes.com). So delicious that I'm going to serve it at my upcoming party this Saturday.

Cran-Apple Cobbler


Ingredients:

- 1 1/2 oz Smirnoff cranberry twist
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 4 oz apple cider
- 1 oz cranberry juice
Garnish: apple slice
Rim: crushed graham cracker

Directions:

1. Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Strain into a chilled martini glass rimmed with crushed graham cracker.
3. Garnish with apple slice.


Remember: Don't Drink & Drive and Drink Responsibly

Happy Hour Drink: Chocolate-Covered Strawberry Martini

Maybe since I've been craving a hot chocolate today, I thought I would post this stylish afternoon cocktail. Enjoy

Credit: Cocktail.com

Ingredients:
3 oz. Stoli Strawberry vodka
1 1/2 oz. Godiva Chocolate liqueur
Ice
Garnish: chocolate-covered strawberry or a regular large strawberry

Directions:
1. Combine vodka and chocolate liquer in a shaker with ice.

2. Strained into a cocktail glass.

3. Garnish with a strawberry.


Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: Watermelon Margarita

I love this fruity drink, it's not too sweet. I found the recipe on the Domino magazine website and tried it one hot weekend.

Watermelon Margarita

Ingredients:
3 cups seedless-watermelon chunks (about 1 lb. peeled watermelon)
1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice
1/2 cup sugar (or less, to taste)
1 cup tequila
1/2 cup Grand Marnier

Directions:
1. Combine watermelon, lime juice and sugar in a blender, and blend on high until completely liquid and frothy.

2. Combine in a pitcher with tequila and Grand Marnier. Fill pitcher and stir (you can chill before serving if you like).

3. Add ice to glass and pour.

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: The Hawaiian

I'm in a tropical sunny mood and thought I would post this tasty drink, The Hawaiian. The pineapple juice gives it just the right fruity flavor.

The Hawaiian (from Drink of the Week)

Ingredients:
2 oz. Gin
1/2 oz. Cointreau or Triple Sec
1/2 oz. Pineapple Juice
optional: pineaple slice for garnish

Directions:
1. Combine ingredients in a shaker with cracked ice.
2. Shake well and strain into a cocktail glass.

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Have a good Weekend!!!

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: Cosmic-Politan

This drink is perfect for a hot summer day or evening. Not only does it taste great but it looks great served at a party.



Cosmic-Politan (from CocktailTimes.com)

Ingredients:
- 1 cup ice
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 1 tbsp grenadine
- 1 cup watermelon puree
- For garnish: 1 mini skewer of a small piece of watermelon, pineapple and a small strawberry

Directions:
1. Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a fruit skewer.

To make watermelon puree:
1. Remove seed then place sliced watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth.


Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Have a good Weekend!!!

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: PAMA Sea Breeze

I really like the taste of the PAMA Pomegrante Liqueur and I just love the taste of it mixed with some of my favorite drinks for instance the sea breeze.

PAMA Sea Breeze


Ingredients:
2 oz. PAMA Pomegrante Liqueur
2 oz. Cranberry Juice
1 oz. Grapefruit Juice

Directions:
1. Mix all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Pour into a tall glass and enjoy.

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Have a good Weekend!!!

Style and Focus News Bites

** Entertainment: Rupert Grint has signed on to do the independent film "Cherry Bomb". The movie centers on best friends Malachy (Grint) and Luke (Robert Sheehan), embarking on a wild weekend and come across a beautiful but troubled stranger (Kimberley Nixon). Production on the film, penned by playwright and screenwriter Daragh Caville has already begun and is tentatively scheduled for a 2009 release. (Digital Spy) - Entertainment

** Fashion: Christian Louboutin To Open Paris Store. The 100-square-meter Paris store located in Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, will feature a county-fair theme. Mr. Louboutin has also decorated the new space with vintage chairs and a large crayfish sculpture. In addition to shoes, the shop will sell Mr. Louboutin's line of handbags. (Wall Street Journal) - Fashion

** Business: Lil Wayne Launches Champagne Brand. Lil Wayne (whose's real name is Dwayne Carter) has teamed up with French vineyard and wine manufacturers Voirin-Jumel to produce a range of champagne - entitled Halo champagne. There will be four varieties available: Halo Brut, Halo Brut Vintage, Halo Rose and Halo Pinnacle. (Contact Music) - Business

** Fashion/Business: Steve & Barry's Seeks Financial Help. The sportswear company Steve & Barry's LLC is expected to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The privately held New York-based company said it is being represented by a bankruptcy frim and is in negotiations with lenders. Published reports said that the chain could liquidate about 100 of its stores bud did not specify which ones. (Detroit Free Press) - Fashion/Business

** Entertainment/Art: Jackie Chan Museum Planned in Shanghai. Construction has begun on a museum for Chan in the Chinese financial capital Shanghai. Earlier this week, Chan attended a ceremony marking the start of work. The museum will display props and costumes from Chan's movies, photos and other memorabilia. Construction is scheduled to finish in October 2009. (The Associated Press) - Entertainment/Art

** Advertising: McDonald's Hatches New Billboard. A Chicago McDonald has unveiled it newest billboard a 21 feet egg. The billboard is adjacent to the McDonald's restaurant at Clark and Addison which is in the shadow of Wrigley Field. It's been ingeniously designed by ad agency Leo Burnett - Chicago, to crack open to promote McDonald's fresh eggs for breakfast. It includes a timer that starts opening around 6 a.m. each day then the egg closes up around 10:30 a.m. The egg-travangza in Wrigleyville also will open for each Chicago Cubs home game through at least mid-August. (Chicago Sun-Times) - Advertising


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** Accessories/Cause: Russell Simmons Launches The Green Initiative Bracelet. The bracelet will be exclusivly sold at selected H.Samuel stores in the UK and from hsamuel.co.uk. The Simmons Jewelry Co. are proud to introduce an exquisite collection of premium quality malachite and raw diamond unisex bracelets in aid of the Diamond Empowerment Fund. The design of the bracelet is symbolic of the African continent with the green malachite a symbol for the care of the planet, natural and human resources. The Green Initiative bracelet is available in two unisex sizes and is priced at £125. There will be a donation of $20 ($US) to the Diamond Empowerment Fund from the sale of each piece.

The Diamond Empowerment Fund(DEF) which was founded in 2007, is a non-profit international organization that was established to work towards the empowerment of Africa. The fund’s mission is to raise money and support education initiatives that develop and empower people in African nations where diamonds are a natural resource. (Press Release) - Accessories/Cause

** Entertainment: DJ AM (real name Adam Goldstein) has sued the New York Daily News for libel and false-light invasion of privacy, alleging that a June 22 article published online and in print about his lack of earning prowess since he and former fiance Nicole Richie split is false. His lawsuit states that his career is not in financial trouble. (E!) - Entertainment

Teas to Soothe Your Mind, Body and Soul

It's no secret that I love tea and I'm always trying to find a new or different one.

One that I came across is the Berry Anti-Oxidant tea from Yogi Tea. They offer a lot of unique and fun flavors such as Mexican Sweet Chili, Himalayan Apple Spice and Tahitian Vanilla Hazelnut as well as the traditional flavors.

For more info or where to purchase visit the website Yogi Tea or call 1-800-YOGI-TEA

Friday's Happy Hour Drink: Venetian Wine Spitzer

The wine spritzer is one of the easiest drinks to make. It's a very lovely and sophisticated drink. One of my favorite one to make is the Venetian Wine Spitzer (a popular drink in Venice). It's a nice a light drink perfect for serving at parties, lazing around the house reading a book a hot day or for times when you don't want any strong acohol but want a cocktail.

(Recipe and photo from the Food Network)

Venetian Wine Spitzer

Serves 2

Ingredients:
4 ounces chilled white wine
4 ounces carbonated flavored water, chilled Fruit garnish, your choice

Directions:
1. Mix both ingredients together.
2. Then pour into a wine glass with fruit of the flavored water as garnish.

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive

Have a good Weekend!!!

Premium Tea Sampler for the Tea Lover

This British Tea Sampler ($24.50, williams-sonoma.com) is perfect for the tea lover and could make a cute gift for Mother's Day. This samples set gives you a chance to try a variety of teas ideal for tea parties. The premium hand picked teas come from the British Tea Company, and are prepared in individual sachets that are packaged in its own pyramid-shaped box.

The sampler contains: 16 tea sachets (which include four types each of: Earl Gray, Jasmine, Darjeeling and English Breakfast) in a storage chest that has the history of each tea printed on the underside of the lid.

Happy St. Patrick's Day with Irish Coffee Recipe

A delicious and fun after work drink for today is Irish Coffee which is Perfect for St. Patrick's Day. Although I'm not a big coffee drinker I actually like this beverage. It's great especially if you don't feel like downing green beer tonight.

Irish Coffee


(photo credit: fabulousfoods.com)

Ingredients:

1 cup hot coffee
1 oz. Irish Whiskey
3 sugar cubes or 1-2 teaspoon(s) of sugar
Garnish: Whip Cream and/or Creme de Menthe

Directions:

1. The Whiskey should be heated to a high temperature.
2. Add the desired number of sugar cubes to a cup or mug. Then pour in black coffee.
3. Use a spoon turned upside down and pour the HOT whiskey over it so it flows down gently.
4. Top off the cup with whipped cream. (Do NOT stir after adding whip cream).
5. Optional: drizzle Creme de Menthe over whip cream.

Have a Safe and Fun St. Patrick's Day!!!

Remember: Drink Responsibly and Don't Drink & Drive