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Floridita Daiquiri (Daiquiri #4)

Floridita Daiquiri (Daiquiri #4)

I never used to respect the daiquiri. I didn’t understand the appeal of an overly-sweet alcoholic slushy. Actually, I didn’t have much respect for the old fashioned either – which is now my go to cocktail. Looking back, it’s apparent that

August 16, 2016 Sweepstakes

OFFICIAL “AUGUST 16, 2016 SWEEPSTAKES” RULES: NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. 1. Eligibility: Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is open to legal residents of United States and is void where prohibited by law. Participation in the sweepstakes requires a social media account on Facebook…

August 10, 2016 Sweepstakes Rules

OFFICIAL “AUGUST 10, 2016 SWEEPSTAKES” RULES: NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. 1. Eligibility: Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is open to legal residents of United States and is void where prohibited by law. Participation in the sweepstakes requires a social media account on Facebook…

August 3, 2016 Sweepstakes Rules

OFFICIAL “AUGUST 3, 2016 SWEEPSTAKES” RULES: NO PURCHASE IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. 1. Eligibility: Sweepstakes (the “Sweepstakes”) is open to legal residents of United States and is void where prohibited by law. Participation in the sweepstakes requires a social media account on Facebook…

Philbrook MIX 2016 – Information Page

Philbrook MIX 2016 – Information Page

August 27th is the annual Philbrook MIX, and I’m honored to be on the judges’ panel along with the executive editor of Imbibe, Paul Clarke! To promote the event I’ll be running weekly giveaways leading up to the event. This post will be the spot…

Gin Basil Smash

Gin Basil Smash

I can recall the first time I had a cocktail that broke the mental mold of what a cocktail could be. At a time when the extent of my cocktail knowledge didn’t go beyond the 3 or 4 drinks I overheard people order, there was

Blue Apron – Is There Value?

Blue Apron – Is There Value?

Those of us that frequently cook are always looking for ways to simplify meal planning and reduce the amount of time cooking. Personally, I try to avoid processed foods as often as possible, and that tends to mean I’m either spending a few hours a…