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Gettin' Figgy With It | Taste and Tipple

Gettin’ Figgy With It: Fig & Thyme Sidecar

Greek Eggs with Crispy Potatoes | Taste and Tipple

Greek Eggs with Crispy Potatoes

Trouble in Paradise | Taste and Tipple

Trouble in Paradise: Whisky Tiki Cocktail

Hibiscus Sparkling Rosé Sangria - Wine Rack | Taste and Tipple

Hibiscus Sparkling Rosé Sangria

Prosciutto, Prosecco e Melone | Taste and Tipple

Prosciutto, Prosecco e Melone

Key Lime Pie Dutch Baby | Taste and Tipple

Key Lime Pie Dutch Baby

Milky Way: Prosecco, Rum & Yogurt Cocktail

Drop the Beet: Beet-Infused Vodka Martini

Roquette Man | Taste and Tipple

Roquette Man

Steep On It | Georgian Bay Whisky | Taste and Tipple

Steep On It | Chamomile Whisky Cocktail

Angel Face Cocktail | Taste and Tipple

Angel Face Cocktail

Cardio & Bodyweight Lower Body Workout

Basil, Sun-dried Tomato & Prosciutto Polenta Breakfast Casserole | Taste and Tipple

Basil, Sun-dried Tomato & Pancetta Polenta Breakfast Casserole

Oscars Night Cocktail: French 76 | Taste and Tipple

Oscars Night Cocktail: French 76

Moonlit Lake Cocktail | Taste and Tipple

Cerulean Seas Cocktail

Maneater Tiki Cocktail | Taste and Tipple

Maneater: Tiki Cocktail

Tipples

Gettin' Figgy With It | Taste and Tipple

Gettin’ Figgy With It: Fig & Thyme Sidecar

Trouble in Paradise | Taste and Tipple

Trouble in Paradise: Whisky Tiki Cocktail

Hibiscus Sparkling Rosé Sangria - Wine Rack | Taste and Tipple

Hibiscus Sparkling Rosé Sangria

Prosciutto, Prosecco e Melone | Taste and Tipple

Prosciutto, Prosecco e Melone

Milky Way: Prosecco, Rum & Yogurt Cocktail

Drop the Beet: Beet-Infused Vodka Martini

Roquette Man | Taste and Tipple

Roquette Man

Steep On It | Georgian Bay Whisky | Taste and Tipple

Steep On It | Chamomile Whisky Cocktail

More Tipples →

Breakfast

Greek Eggs with Crispy Potatoes | Taste and Tipple

Greek Eggs with Crispy Potatoes

Key Lime Pie Dutch Baby | Taste and Tipple

Key Lime Pie Dutch Baby

Basil, Sun-dried Tomato & Prosciutto Polenta Breakfast Casserole | Taste and Tipple

Basil, Sun-dried Tomato & Pancetta Polenta Breakfast Casserole

Beet-Cured Salmon Brunch Board | Taste and Tipple

Beet-Cured Salmon Brunch Board

Raspberry Coconut Croissant French Toast with Honey Chamomile Syrup | Taste and Tipple

Raspberry Coconut Croissant French Toast with Honey Chamomile Syrup

Savoury Herbed Dutch Baby with Smoked Salmon | Taste and Tipple

Savoury Dutch Baby with Smoked Salmon

PB&J Oats | Taste & Tipple

PB&J Oatmeal

Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl | Taste and Tipple

Banana Mango Smoothie Bowl

More Breakfast →

Mains

Thai Shrimp Curry on Cauliflower Rice | Taste and Tipple

Thai Shrimp Curry on Cauliflower Rice

Instant Pot Piri-Piri Short Ribs | Taste and Tipple

Instant Pot Piri-Piri Short Ribs with Sweet Potato Fries & Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Sweet Potato Gnocchi In Brown Butter Sage Sauce | Taste and Tipple

Sweet Potato Gnocchi in Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Harvest Salad with Moroccan Chicken | Taste and Tipple

Harvest Salad with Moroccan Chicken

Lemony Broccoli Pasta | Taste & Tipple

Lemony Broccoli Pasta

Chickpea Bowls with Fennel Slaw | Taste and Tipple

Chickpea Bowls with Fennel Slaw

Lemon Roasted Salmon and Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto Chips | Taste and Tipple

Lemon Roasted Salmon and Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto Chips

One-Pot Greek Roast Chicken with Potatoes & Asparagus | Taste and Tipple

One-Pot Greek Roast Chicken with Potatoes & Asparagus

Vegetarian

Game Day Nachos | Taste and Tipple

Game Day Nachos

Crostini 3 Ways | Taste and Tipple

Crostini Three Ways

Sweet Potato Gnocchi In Brown Butter Sage Sauce | Taste and Tipple

Sweet Potato Gnocchi in Brown Butter Sage Sauce

Blueberry Broccoli Salad with Ranch Dressing | Taste and Tipple

Blueberry Broccoli Salad with Ranch Dressing

Freekeh Salad with Halloumi & Tahini Za'atar Dressing | Taste and Tipple

Freekeh Salad with Halloumi & Tahini Za’atar Dressing

Lemony Broccoli Pasta | Taste & Tipple

Lemony Broccoli Pasta

PB&J Oats | Taste & Tipple

PB&J Oatmeal

Chickpea Bowls with Fennel Slaw | Taste and Tipple

Chickpea Bowls with Fennel Slaw

More Vegetarian →

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This classic sweet martini is sometimes considered the precursor to the martini - although is very different on the palate. Sweet vermouth and maraschino liqueur make this an easier-drinking alternative to a classic dry martini.

MARTINEZ

- 1½ oz gin
- 1½ oz sweet vermouth
- ¼ oz maraschino liqueur
- 2 dashes angostura bitters
- Garnish: orange twist

- Stir ingredients with ice in a mixing glass until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with orange twist.

This video originally aired on my Virtual Happy Hour Series on Instagram Stories (http://instagram.com/tasteandtipple) on June 23, 2020. For more cocktail inspiration, head over to my blog: https://tasteandtipple.ca.

MARTINEZ COCKTAIL RECIPE

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This Orange Tequila Smash recipe comes from my good friend and former coach Amanda Chen of Salty Paloma, you can find her original post here: https://saltypaloma.com/blogs/salty-talk/mandarin-orange-tequila-smash-recipe. Amanda is a formidable cocktail content creator and the entrepreneur behind Salty Paloma drink rimmers.

When this episode originally aired on my Virtual Happy Hour Series on Instagram Stories (http://instagram.com/tasteandtipple) on May 26, 2020 I was doing a weeklong feature showcasing other cocktail creators who I admire and who inspire me - like Amanda.

ORANGE TEQUILA SMASH

- Rim: Salty Paloma Havana drink rimmer
- 1 orange, chopped
- 1½ oz reposado tequila
- ½ oz lime juice
- Garnish: lime wedge

- Run a wedge of lime around the rim of a rocks glass and dip in the drink rimmer.
- Muddle chopped orange in a shaker tin. Add remaining ingredients and shake over ice until well-chilled.
- Strain into prepared glass over ice.
- Garnish with lime wedge.

For more cocktail inspiration, head over to my blog at: https://tasteandtipple.ca

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ORANGE TEQUILA SMASH COCKTAIL RECIPE

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This original Taste and Tipple cocktail creation is one of my favourites. It's balanced and crushable with the right amount of sweetness, acidity, herbaceousness and bubbly finish. You can find this recipe in my free Fresh from the Garden eBook which you can download here: https://shop.tasteandtipple.ca/products/fresh-from-the-garden-ebook

PLUM, PISCO & SAGE COCKTAIL

- ¾ oz honey syrup
- 3 sage leaves
- ½ yellow plum, diced
- 1½ oz pisco
- ½ oz lemon juice
- small pinch salt
- 1 dash stonefruit bitters (plum, apricot, peach, etc.)
- 1 oz dry sparkling wine
- Garnish: 1 sage leaf

- Add honey syrup and sage to a shaker tin. Lightly muddle the sage. Add yellow plum and muddle until pulpy.
- Add remaining ingredients, except sparkling wine, and shake over ice until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe. Top with
sparkling wine.
- Garnish with sage leaf.

This video originally aired on my Virtual Happy Hour Series on Instagram Stories (http://instagram.com/tasteandtipple) on June 25, 2021. For more on this recipe and other cocktail inspiration, head to my blog at: https://tasteandtipple.ca/pisco-plum-sage-cocktail/

#pisco #prosecco #piscococktails

PLUM, PISCO & SAGE COCKTAIL RECIPE

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Fall is officially here and I’ve been dreaming u

Fall is officially here and I’ve been dreaming up some autumnal tipples to celebrate the changing of the seasons. The Gettin’ Figgy With It is a variation on the classic Sidecar (a brandy sour).

I’ll be on All In a Day with Alan Neal on @cbcradiocanada this afternoon at 3:45 pm talking all things fall cocktails - including this recipe. Tune in!

Gettin’ Figgy With It

- 2 oz cognac
- 1/3 oz Cointreau
- 1 tsp Black Walnut Amaro
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/3 oz fig jam syrup
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- Garnish: quartered fig
- Garnish: thyme sprig

Fig Jam Syrup
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup water

- Muddle fresh thyme sprigs with fig jam syrup in the bottom of a cocktail shaker until fragrant with thyme.
- Add remaining ingredients and shake over ice until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a quartered fig skewered on a cocktail pick and a sprig of fresh thyme.

Fig Jam Syrup
- Combine fig jam and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly until the jam and water are fully combined.
- Simmer until reduced to a thin syrup (it will thicken as it cools).

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#sidecar #gentlemancocktails #figcocktails

In today’s blog post I’m tipping my @thesaucym

In today’s blog post I’m tipping my @thesaucymilliner hat to military-inspired style and @msbeltempo for challenging me to discover new outfit options from my own closet and trying to make more conscious fashion choices.

I’m a far cry from a minimalist (as my overflowing wardrobe would suggest) but I am trying to make small changes to reduce my carbon footprint when it comes to fashion. One of the ways I’m doing that it is by first trying to source pieces I’m seeking from consignment shops and thrifting the garments I no longer wear so they can have a second life with someone who will show them continued love.

To that end, I’ve joined the @mineandyoursco affiliate program - the Vancouver-based consignment boutique where I managed to nab this gorgeous @ysl camera bag from. If you’re seeking beautiful designer pieces and trying to make more sustainable choices - head to their website and use code “Tipple10” for 10% off your order.

Head over to the blog post for the full outfit details - link in bio!

📸 : @_finn

#ottawablogger #tasteandtipple #fallstyle #fashion #ootd #streetstyle #fashionblogger #style #styleinspo #ottawa #mymineandyours #portraitphotography #makemoments #momentsmatter #portrait #2021 #fallfashion2021 #beret #millinery #thesaucymilliner #theory #akrispunto #workwear #ysl #leopardprint #monochrome #drip #casadei #agentprovocateur #stirruptrouble

Sure you’ve had regular old sweet waffles, and t

Sure you’ve had regular old sweet waffles, and they’re delicious and all, but have you ever tried savoury waffles? If not, let me put these Cheesy Bacon and Corn Waffles with Eggs and Avocado on your radar.

The batter is packed with corn, sweet onion, bacon, and Monterey Jack cheese. Top it all off with an egg, some ripe avocado and a drizzle of maple syrup if you’re craving that touch of sweetness.

Get the full recipe at link in bio.

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IG Live with Yasir Naqvi, Liberal Candidate for Ot

IG Live with Yasir Naqvi, Liberal Candidate for Ottawa Centre. Today I was joined for an IG Live with the Liberal candidate for Ottawa Centre, Yasir Naqvi @yasirnaqvicdn . We made a zero-proof Raspberry Bramble and discussed hot button issues that will top of mind for voters heading into Federal Election Day.

Be sure to make your voice heard by heading to the polls on Monday, September 20th. #vote #elxn44 #federalelection #myottawa #ottawacentre

Please note: this is not an endorsement nor exercise in partisanship. I have extended the same opportunity of cocktails and conversation to the Conservative candidate for Ottawa Centre @ottawacentrecarol and NDP candidate for Ottawa Centre @angellaforottawa and hope they will take me up on the invitation.

Current craving: my Warm Fig & Brie Tart with Waln

Current craving: my Warm Fig & Brie Tart with Walnut Crust. Yes, this is basically a melted cheese pie topped with figs, maple syrup and fresh thyme. I don’t think I need to say more. Recipe on the blog at link in bio!

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Today is the first day of school for many students

Today is the first day of school for many students across the country. While I'm not planning to pursue any more formal education, Professor Tipple will continuing to teach Mixology 101 and we have a lot more cocktails coming up in the curriculum this semester.

As I continue to guide my many students in the fine art of craft cocktails, I wanted to look the part. So, I had a custom suit made. I'm not sure if I've ever felt more like a bad bitch than I do wearing this three-piece bespoke suit.

Head over to the blog to read my latest fashion installment with notes on buying a bespoke suit and all the outfit details!

📸 : @_finn

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A long weekend means an extra day for BRUNCH! Trea

A long weekend means an extra day for BRUNCH! Treat yourself to a big bowl of these Greek Eggs with Crispy Potatoes. Lemony, herby roasted taters, tzatziki, feta, crumbled bacon, toasted sourdough, chili garlic oil and runny eggs.

I’m not sure what more you could want in a breakfast. Yes, there are a few components but you can easily get them ready while the potatoes are baking.

Get the full recipe on the blog, link in bio.

#brunch #greekeggs #breakfast #bakefeed #foodbloggerpro #eatpretty #fromscratch #f52grams #beautifulcuisines #foodandflatlay #foodphotography #tastemademedoit #mypinterest @pinterest #buzzfeast @buzzfeedfood #huffposttaste @huffposttaste #foodblogger #ottawabloggers @ottawabloggers #myottawa #hautecuisines @hautescuisines #storyofmytable #foodblogfeed @foodblogfeed #imsomartha #fbcigers #likeyoumeanit

I’m baaaaaack. Two weeks off was just what the d

I’m baaaaaack. Two weeks off was just what the doctor ordered and I return to you, dear Tipplers, feeling refreshed and creatively energized.

Today on the blog I’m sharing this tropical cocktail made with two kinds of whisky to transport you to a beachside retreat - if only in your imagination. Stay tuned for some fresh food, fashion and decor content landing on the blog in the next few weeks!

Trouble in Paradise

- 2 oz rye whisky
- 1 tsp Islay single malt Scotch
- 1/3 oz coconut water
- 1 oz mango juice
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz orgeat
- 1 dash Angostura aromatic bitters
- Garnish: fresh mango slices
- Garnish: fresh mint bouquet

- Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin. Short shake over 3 ice cubes.
- Strain into Tiki mug over crushed ice.
- Garnish with fresh mango and mint.

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Your comprehensive guide to how to spend 48 Hours

Your comprehensive guide to how to spend 48 Hours in Montreal has landed on the blog. I’ve covered off my top recommendations for where to stay, eat, drink and shop in one of the best cities in Canada.

Head to the link in my bio or https://tasteandtipple.ca/48-hours-in-Montreal/ to ensure your next visit to MTL is well-spent.

Featuring: @fairmontqueene @nacaratmtl @editionboutique @style_labo_montreal @alambika @thecloakroombar @lecartet @foxymtl @olive_et_gourmando @maison_pepin

#mtl #montreal #travelblog #travelblogger #mtlmoments #tourism #escape #canadiantravel #montrealtravelguide #yul #mtlarchitecture #mtleats #foodblogger #cocktailblogger #visitmontreal #fairmontqueenelizabeth

Heard it was #NationalWatermelonDay and wanted to

Heard it was #NationalWatermelonDay and wanted to direct you to this One in a Melon 🍉 cocktail I created during my guest host stint on the @georgianbayspiritco account. It is a delightful summer sipper and will make you love watermelon more than you already do.

One in a Melon 🍉

- Rim: 1 tbsp salt & 1 tsp chili powder, combined
- 1/2 cup watermelon, diced
- 2 slices jalapeño (optional)
- 2 oz Georgian Bay Vodka
- 3/4 oz honey syrup
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Garnish: watermelon wedge

- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a highball glass. Rim the glass with chili salt mixture. Set aside.
- Add watermelon and jalapeño (if using) to a shaker tin and muddle until juicy.
- Add remaining ingredients and shake over ice until well-chilled.
- Double strain into prepared glass over ice.
- Garnish with watermelon wedge and serve with a straw.

Honey Syrup

- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water

- Combine honey and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer, stirring often until honey is fully incorporated.
- Cool to room temperature and then store in a jar in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.

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GIVEAWAY 🎁 - To celebrate my birthday next week

GIVEAWAY 🎁 - To celebrate my birthday next weekend I wanted to give YOU the gift of a beautifully curated home bar and some cocktail know-how to go with it. I’m giving away a $500 CAD gift card to the barware store of your choosing (such as @chefs.paradise , @cocktailemporium , @alambika , or @cocktailkingdom ) AND a private hourlong virtual cocktail class with me and up to 9 or your friends (alcohol and ingredients not included).

To win, follow these steps:
1. ‘Like’ this post.
2. Follow @tasteandtipple
3. Comment below tagging a friend you’d like to share a drink with. Each comment with unique tag is a separate entry.
4. Share this post to your story and tag @tasteandtipple for a bonus five entries.

Giveaway is open to residents of Canada and the United States and closes on Monday, August 9th at 11:59 a.m. EST. Winner (1) will be chosen through random draw and be contacted through Instagram private message on August 9th, 2021. Winner must be of legal drinking age in their region of residence.

Prize package includes:
- $500 CAD gift card to the barware store of your choosing (MUST be a barware store).
- Hourlong private virtual cocktail class hosted by Yvonne of @tasteandtipple for up to 10 participants including instruction for two custom cocktails - not including alcohol or ingredients. (This prize pack could be an in-person class if the winner happens to live in Ottawa).

This giveaway is in no way, shape or form associated with Instagram or Facebook.

**This is my only account and the winner will be contacted via DM and announced on in my Story on August 9th. Do NOT follow or respond to any accounts impersonating me that might message you requesting your credit card information!

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Building a business is a lot like building muscle.

Building a business is a lot like building muscle. It’s a huge time commitment that requires consistency, drive, determination, accountability, sacrifice, and patience.

It’s frustrating when you plateau and you often have to ask for help to get to the next level. You might suffer a setback or get derailed entirely. Once you’ve done it, people will likely say, “Wow, look at you! You got big overnight.”

But all they see is the finished product, it’s almost impossible for them to grasp the amount of time and work that went into it to arrive at that destination.

Before I even started blogging, I took courses in photography, invested in equipment, learned how to create and design a website, hired a graphic designer. Then I spent nearly 3 years showing up consistently, writing blog posts twice a week, honing my craft, discovering my voice before I made a single cent in income.

It took a pandemic and a fundamental shift in my approach and ethos before I started being able to turn a profit. One of the biggest changes I’ve made in the last year is in understanding and communicating the value of my work - and charging accordingly. My goal for 2021 is to quadruple my blog income from 2020 - and it’s looking like I’ll be able to hit that mark, or close to it.

I’m still very far from where I want my business to be but I know that with consistent effort, continuous growth, mentorship, and YOUR support - I will get there. The same recipe applies for that 8-pack I’m working on.

Thank you for coming to my TED talk.

Wearing @lululemon Energy Bra and Fast and Free High Rise Tight 28” - hit the “Shop Lululemon” button at the link in my bio to use my affiliate link. #thesweatlife

📸: @_finn

#businessowner #businesswoman #womeninbusiness #entrepreneur #contentcreator #goals #businesstips #fitness #fitspo #ambition #muscle #kettlebellworkout #kettlebell

ATTN: WHAT I REALLY WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY! 🎁 W

ATTN: WHAT I REALLY WANT FOR MY BIRTHDAY! 🎁

When I asked you guys what you were getting me for my birthday (coming up on August 8th - mark your calendars) you said everything from a trip to NYC to bespoke footwear and everything in between. While I do *love* an extravagant gift, all I REALLY want is to share a drink and some quality time together.

I’ve teamed up with @barfromafar to create a Birthday Cocktail Kit to get the party started. If you live in the Ottawa or Toronto area, my birthday wish is that you’ll order this kit and join me for #virtualhappyhour on Friday, August 6th and shake up this Strawberry Birthday Cake cocktail together.

The kit includes a total of four unique drinks inspired by the most-gifted birthday presents: cake, money, chocolate, and flowers. You can order your kit from barfromafar.com or through the link in my bio!

Hope you’ll join me in raising a glass to celebrate another year wiser and somehow better looking!

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If you’re like me and spend too much time on Tik

If you’re like me and spend too much time on TikTok you’ve probably seen these “what I eat in a day” videos circulating. Frankly, I find them hilarious because most are so extremely “healthy” - green smoothie for breakfast and a single unseasoned poached egg, salad for lunch, salmon and kale for dinner, a snack of almonds or fresh fruit if they’re feeling peckish. If that’s what you eat in a day, everyday, good for you! But I think it sets an unrealistic and sometimes unforgiving tone for what we put in our bodies.

I’m tempted to do a “what I eat in a week” video because I think we need to normalize balance and “imperfect” diets. Most days I just have black coffee for breakfast and sometimes I eat popcorn for dinner. Of course there are weeks or days when I repeat to myself, “My body is a temple” and I mainline leafy greens but my diet changes depending on how I’m feeling, where I am or who I’m with.

I worry that consuming content that is inflexible on diet and only celebrates discipline and restraint encourages shame and disordered relationships with food. I’m not a nutritionist or dietician - these are just my opinions.

Since restaurants reopened, I’ve been dining out most nights (just doing my part to #savehospitality ) and have probably consumed about two green vegetables in the last 3 weeks. Obviously I love decadence and carbs but now my body is telling me to give peas a chance. With that in mind, I think it’s high time to revisit this Grilled Summer Farro Salad with Cilantro Lime Dressing - it has grains and grilled halloumi so my body probably won’t go into shock when I try to reintroduce vegetables. I’ve included the link to the blog post for this at the link in bio!

Thank you for coming to my TED talk.

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It’s #NationalDaiquiriDay so I thought I’d sha

It’s #NationalDaiquiriDay so I thought I’d share this Cold Snap Daiquiri I came up with for my rum cocktail class with @chefs.paradise back in the fall. I’m so excited about the prospect of being able to host in-person classes sooner than later! Stay tuned for my next class with Chef’s Paradise which will be slated for the early Fall!

It’s definitely more of an autumnal moment but is equally tasty in the height of summer.

Cold Snap Daiquiri

- 2 oz spiced rum
- 3/4 oz vanilla ginger syrup
- 3/4 oz lime juice
- Garnish: apple fan

- Add ingredients to a shaker tin and shake over ice until well-chilled.
- Strain into a chilled Nick & Nora glass.
- Garnish with an apple fan.

#tasteandtipple #liquor #drink #drinks #craftcocktails #cocktails #tw50bc #drinkup #mixology #mixologist #mixeddrinks #drinkstagram #cocktailsofinstagram #thirst #imbibegram #homebartender #letsdrink #drinkphotography #cocktailphotgraphy #cocktailporn #feedfeedcocktails #feedfeed #boozeblogger #bombesquad #mypinterest @pinterest #rum #daiquiri #craftedmixology

It’s come to my attention that today is #nationa

It’s come to my attention that today is #nationalicecreamday and I wanted to help you cherish this special occasion by directing you to my no-churn Strawberry 🍓 & Coconut 🥥 Semifreddo recipe from the blog.

Only 25 minutes of hands-on time and then let it firm up in the freezer and prepare to be dazzled.

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Here’s a picture of me, sitting on a patio, peer

Here’s a picture of me, sitting on a patio, peering into the air conditioned interior of my favourite restaurant, longing to dine in a temperature controlled space sheltered from the elements, and suddenly realizing, “I can go in there!”

Who is excited for the return of indoor dining in #Ontario today!? Which bar are you bellying up to first?

📸: @izzyestabrook

#indoordining #ottawa #myottawa #yow #yoweats #613eats #fashionblogger #ottawabloggers

Aloha! Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum is here to TIKI UP

Aloha! Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum is here to TIKI UP YOUR SUMMER! A Sailor Jerry Tiki Party Contest is just what the Hula Girl ordered!

I’m stoked to be partnering with @sailorjerry for their “Throw your Own Sailor Jerry Tiki Party” contest that has now launched for legal drinking age residents across Ontario, Alberta & British Columbia!

Enter for your chance to WIN some kick-ass Sailor Jerry swag for your next Tiki night, while you sip on a (bold and smooth as hell) Sailor Jerry Spiced Rum cocktail. (Over 50 TIKI prize packs to be won, folks!)

Here’s the Jerry Scoop:

Step 1: Throw on your fav TIKI shirt! Let’s get this party started!

Step 2: Visit sailorjerrytikicontest.ca and enter your info for your chance to WIN!

Step 3: Why not get yourself in the Tiki spirit and whip up a tasty Sailor Jerry Pina Colada or Painkiller. (No time like the present to enjoy; responsibly, of course)!

Step 4: Flex your Sailor Jerry swagger and tag @sailorjerry #sailorjerrytiki
*Contest runs from now until August 30th, 2021. Must be legal drinking age. Please Respect His Legacy. Drink Sailor Jerry Responsibly.

#sailorjerryrum #sailorjerrytiki #sailorjerryCAN #sailorjerry #ad @alchemystsinc

Go have fun and kick ass!

I *love* brunch and I’m so excited to soon be ab

I *love* brunch and I’m so excited to soon be able to host my friends and family for brunch feasts with everything from eggy breakfast casseroles to fruit and yogurt parfaits. My beet-cured salmon brunch board is the perfect grazing brunch option for outdoor entertaining at the cottage or on your condo balcony. You can get the full recipe on the blog at the link in bio! P.S. don’t be intimidated by curing salmon, it’s wildly simple and yields incredible results.

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I’m so grateful to have such talented and creati

I’m so grateful to have such talented and creative friends who inspire me with their work. My friend Dianne @diannagramflowers is a brilliant gardener and florist — her backyard is a true oasis of natural beauty. She created this stunning arrangement for me and my jaw dropped upon seeing it. It took every ounce of restraint not to garnish all my cocktails with the selection of beautiful blooms in this arrangement but Dianne warned against it because those beautiful bell-shaped flowers are foxglove and happen to be quite poisonous. Stay tuned for more appearances of her talent in my cocktail photography and give her a follow if you’re seeking more floral beauty in your feed!

#florals #flowers #floraldesign #arrangement #flowersofinstagram #flowerphotography #mypinterest @pinterest #creative #rose #foxglove #gardenlife

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