A wineglass the size of your head is pretty great. But when that wineglass is full of Raspberry Sangria? Well – it doesn’t get much better than that! The other weekend, Aaron and I went out to our friends’ lake with this ginormous glass (we knew it would be good for a laugh) and a… Read More Giant Raspberry Sangria
Looking for a cocktail that tastes delicious AND has some wow-factor? Your search is over! My Layered Gin Pineapple, made with lemon and pineapple juice, muddled mint and simple syrup, is refreshing down to the last drop. Plus, it’s color changing. YUP – you read right: color changing. Seriously, it doesn’t get much cooler than… Read More Layered Gin Pineapple Cocktail Recipe
This summer I’ve been ALL about decorating with lemons. Bowls, baskets and trays of the pretty yellow fruit have adorned my tablescapes and kitchen counters. And now, with summer winding to an end but the sun still shining strong, I’ve decided to try my hand at something I first saw on Pinterest a few years… Read More How to Make a Floating Lemon Vase
I’m all about making things easy when I can, and this Layered Grapefruit and Rose Vodka Soda recipe fits the bill. It’s super easy to whip together, tastes delicious and looks fancy AF….which, let’s face it, is half the fun. My blogger BFF Alex and I made it recently for a ladies’ night and it… Read More Layered Grapefruit and Rose Vodka Soda
Any fans of The Bachelor or The Bachelorette out there? Well, turns out I’m channeling my inner Chris Harrison. Just like he always declares that you’re in for “the most dramatic season yet”… each week I share “our most delicious cocktail recipe yet!” But guys, my Chris Harrison days might be over – this one… Read More Frozen Water-Yellin’ Watermelon Tiki Drink
Eating a late dinner and enjoying a glass of wine as the sun sets behind you – now that sounds like a great summer evening to me! I love dining outdoors and try to get my family out on the patio for meals as often as possible during the warmer months. For the most part,… Read More 3 Tips for Creating an Easy Outdoor Table Setting
When my friend Alex calls and asks if I’m free to do research, I get excited. Ten years ago, when we were in journalism school together, I would’ve been less than ecstatic at the prospect. But these days she’s referring to researching drink recipes for our summer cocktail series. And our latest creation, the sweet… Read More Prickly Pear Vodka Soda Recipe
When you bring together two things you love, the result can often be amazing. And that’s exactly what happened when we married the refreshing taste of iced tea withhhhhhhhh liquor! Surprise, surprise: Alex and I are back at it again, bringing you the third recipe in our summer cocktail series: our Passion Fruit White Tea… Read More Passion Fruit White Tea Cocktail
May 16 is National Caesar Day here in Canada. And while my girlfriend and fellow blogger, Alex, and I don’t need an excuse to whip up this iconic Canadian cocktail, we’re gonna take it! The thing about Caesars is that if you’re sitting in a restaurant and the waitress walks by with one, you feel… Read More Charcuterie Gin Caesar Recipe
When I’m out on the town, one of my favourite drinks to order is an Elderflower French 75. If you haven’t had one before and are a fan of bubbly, you’ll love it! It’s a sweet gin cocktail made with fresh-squeezed lemon juice and elderflower liqueur, topped with bubbles. So when my bestie Alex (from… Read More Elderflower French 75 Recipe