By noon yesterday, the temperature in my apartment was nearly 100ºF (38ºC) and with the sun bearing down full force on the entire city, and so few trees to provide any shade, it was the first scorching day of summer in Paris.
Delicious and warm Mexican Coffee made with a splash of tequila, coffee liqueur, and vanilla ice cream. Clearly, we all need a cocktail, however THIS coffee-cocktail should also be known as, Mommy Juice - it works WONDERS! Soooo... HI! How are you?? Happy mid-week!
This sweet, vibrantly-colored, non-traditional horchata recipe was shared with us by Fany Gerson, who recommends using any kind of fruit that is in season, the riper and juicier the better. Horchata de Moras (Berry-Rice Drink) This sweet, vibrantly-colored, non-traditional horchata recipe was shared with us by Fany Gerson, who recommends using any kind of fruit that is in season, the riper and juicier the better.
When life hands you a hot day, you naturally make lemonade. As the summer wears on, though, you may long for a bit of extra zip, so add some ginger here, a little mint there, and you'll have something to help you forget all about the heat. Recipes
Pour in the soda slowly, allowing it to cascade over the ice cream, then top off until the glass is full.
Prep Time: 15 minutes + chill time 2 teaspoons lime zest 1 3/4 cups Rose's Sweetened Lime Juice 3/4 cup granulated white sugar 2 (750 ml.) bottles of chilled Pinot Noir or Syrah 2 medium peaches, cut into chunks (no need to peel) 2 medium nectarines, cut into chunks (no need to peel) 1 1/2 cups red grapes ice to serve Mix lime zest, lime juice, and sugar in a large pitcher.
Boozy Bourbon Cherries A great gift for cocktail lovers! >> Boozy Bourbon Cherries I have had this recipe bookmarked from The Family Calendar Cookbook for several months now. I knew it was something I'd want to make in the summer... when cherries are affordable and plentiful and delicious!
Sangria isn't just for summer. Thanksgiving is the perfect holiday to stir up a big seasonally-inspired pitcher - perfect for kicking off the holiday season. Since we're celebrating, I decided to add a little class to the pitcher this week with a bit of VS Cognac and some bubbly wine.
We are bringing cocktail hour back to Tumbleweed Farm and I think you all should join in on the fun. I know I complain about the weather too much but man, it's hot here! I mean really hot. It's so damn hot that I burned and blistered my knees while planting 500 heads of lettuce ...