Happy National Unicorn Day! Hi Reader! OK, technically National Unicorn Day is Thursday (April 9). But if your schools are on Spring Break like ours are and your sweet kiddos are driving you crazy full of energy, I have a fun and themed mocktail to occupy some of their time. My color changing unicorn lemonade is one part science experiment and one part fun drink that's easy to do, makes only a small kitchen mess, and requires minimal supervision (especially once the simple syrup is made)....
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Happy National Cocktail Day! Hi Reader! March 24 (today!) is National Cocktail Day, which seems like a great reason to send you some of my favorite and most popular cocktail recipes. All are simple to make. You're sure to find a new favorite among the list! I'm also including (affiliate) links below to my favorite bar tools in case you're new to making cocktails and are in need of tools for your home bar. I own and use every single item on the list or I wouldn't recommend it. 10 Easy Cocktail...
2 months ago • 1 min read
A Quick 🍸 Break Before More Holidays Hi Reader! It's officially November, which means Thanksgiving is just a few weeks away. But I'm not ready to start figuring out Turkey Day just yet. So I'm not going to immediately start sending you Thanksgiving planning emails. I need a break, and a drink. This week's new recipe is a Pear Martini. It uses a largely forgotten and overlooked fall flavor - pear. With apple and pumpkin doing battle to be the autumn fruit favorite, pear's subtle flavor often...
7 months ago • 3 min read
Drink Up the First Day of Summer Hi Reader! It's officially the first day of summer, though this heat wave we're in tells me it was summer way before today! On hot days I love to keep a pitcher of delicious drinks in the refrigerator to keep me cool and hydrated between glasses of water. Plus then there's always something ready for a last minute trip to the beach or pool. This week's new recipe is a blueberry lavender lemonade made with a quick homemade lavender syrup, whole fresh...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Recipes for Strawberry Season Hi Reader! Strawberry season has arrived in Michigan! For 10+ months each year our strawberries ripen on trucks enroute from warmer climates, but every June we're treated to local berries that have ripened on the vine. Kiddo and I will no doubt pick way too many strawberries over the next few weeks, which means I'll be pulling out all of my favorite strawberry recipes to use those berries. I have lots of strawberry recipes on my site, but the ones below are made...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read
Welcome Summer! Hi Reader! Summer is here, so let's kick it off with a brand new cocktail recipe full of fresh ingredients, a fresh list of vodka cocktails perfect for summer, and (drumroll...) a new retail line! This Week's New Recipe Cucumber Martini with Elderflower This cucumber martini recipe - made with fresh cucumber - creates a light and refreshing cocktail that's ideal for sipping on a warm summer evening. Get the Recipe More Vodka Cocktails Vodka cocktails are super popular in the...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read
Cool Creamy Dips for Summer Hi Reader! My husband and I absolutely love smoked salmon dip, but it seems like as soon as we find one we like, something changes - the recipe gets a seasonal update; the deli we were buying it from closes; the restaurant we were enjoying it at takes it off their menu. For years I’ve been saying I’m going to make it myself, and I’ve finally taken the time to do it! New Recipe: Smoked Salmon Dip This is the best smoked salmon dip recipe because it's easy,...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Mother's Day is coming up on Sunday and whether you're planning to treat the mom in your life to brunch, cocktails, or a homemade dinner, I have some easy and tasty recipes for you! Make them for yourself, for your mom, for the person who's like a mom to you, for your friends who are moms. They all deserve to be celebrated! Delicious Recipes for Mother's Day How to Create a Mimosa Bar at Home Get the Recipe Lavender Lemon Drop Martini Get the Recipe Pomegranate Lemonade Get the...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read
The Easiest Appetizer Ever Hi Reader ! Longer days have us eating dinner later, meaning there's plenty of time for an afternoon snack! Dips are my favorite way to keep a delicious snack on hand in the fridge for easy eating. Made with simple ingredients readily found at your grocery store and in your pantry, this week's new recipe is whipped ricotta dip - one of the easiest appetizer recipes there is. It mixes up in minutes using a hand mixer or food processor, then just chill (optional) and...
about 2 years ago • 1 min read