2021 Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 11 – Orange Hot Chocolate. This was technically supposed to be a #SoberSunday post and be scheduled for tomorrow, Sunday, December 12th but apparently when I was drafting the eBook for this calendar my sleep-deprived brain couldn’t process dates on a calendar, so here we have…
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Freekeh Salad with Halloumi & Tahini Za’atar Dressing
Instead of launching into whatever subject matter I’ve decided I want to explore today, I thought I would take the novel approach of telling you a little bit about this recipe. I’m breaking from my usual practice simply because this may be the first time you’ve encountered the word, “freekeh” and perhaps “za’atar” is also…
Ginger the Honeypot
Fall is upon us and I’m celebrating the season with moody nail colours, leather jackets, and the return of boots. It also means I’m bringing back spiced, whiskey-based cocktails. Ginger the Honeypot is a rye-based drink made with a spiced honey syrup, Chinese Five Spice bitters, lemon juice, and topped off with punchy Jamaican Ginger…
Gifted Grapefruit
Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 12- here we have the Gifted Grapefruit. Citrus is in season and this drink takes full advantage with both freshly squeezed grapefruit and orange juices at play. Alongside Chambord raspberry liqueur, Grand Marnier and vodka, this would make for a nice brunch cocktail for Christmas morning…
Campari Christmas
Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 11 – allow me to introduce the Campari Christmas. This tipple is all things merry and bright – Campari, vodka, Triple Sec, orange juice and cranberry juice, topped off with Prosecco. It’s as interesting as it is festive and deserves a spotlight at your next holiday…
Three Citrus Sour
Let’s Get Blitzen: Cocktail Advent Calendar – Day 3 brings us this brandy-based Three Citrus Sour. Three different kinds of freshly squeezed citrus juice make for a very bright cocktail. The egg white adds a nice froth and a bit of fattiness to balance out the acid. Brandy is a bar cart staple over…
Tropical Turmeric Smoothie Bowl
If you’re still reeling from an overindulgent holiday season and you want a reset, this smoothie bowl is the antidote you’ve been looking for. I don’t know about you but I’m pretty skeptical of any smoothie that doesn’t involve any vegetables. This beauty gets its vibrant orange-hue from a combination of carrots, mango,…
