Tag: cocktail
Midnight Margaritas and Practical Magic (the 1998 original!)
In 2013, Practical Magic (1998) was the April feature film for the old Food ‘n Flix group. Movies & Munchies is revisiting the film this month for a Halloween theme. I have to say that I am super excited to see the sequel so I was glad to revisit the original. On my rewatching of…
The Hanford Necklace for TLC
This is such a weighty subject matter that I almost didn’t do a recipe tie-in. The simple screwdriver cocktail does make many appearances in the novel so I did
Kitchens of the Great Midwest for Cook the Books
I’m sharing a few different recipes to celebrate Kitchens of the Great Midwest: Jalapeno Jelly, Red Pepper-Jalapeno Balsamic Jelly, Spicy Margaritas, and a Peanut-Butter and Jelly Bar.
Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook
I discovered a great cookbook, an excellent spice purveyor, and an interesting and delicious fennel cocktail.
Gatsby’s Speakeasy: a little adult board book
I’m taking a break today from the “best of“ lists to highlight a cute little book. I got Gatsby’s Speakeasy for a gift at Christmas and I laughed out loud because it reminded me of a children’s board book. It’s been on display on my kitchen shelf since then. It’s a cute little book but…
Drink Your Garden by Belinda Kelly and Venise Cunningham
A review of a fun and inventive book plus three “bloody” cocktails for Halloween.
Wild Mountain Thyme
The Movies & Munchies film for March is Wild Mountain Thyme (2020). Terri from Our Good Life (https://www.terristeffes.com/) is hosting. I had preconceived ideas about this movie. From the title I imagined a Hallmark or Lifetime movie. The sweeping views of the beautiful Irish coast opening intrigued me though. Then I spotted Christopher Walken and…
Relish Trays and Brandy Old Fashions
Not familiar with the Midwestern supper club traditions? Read Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal and you will be.
“Words of Wisdom” and a review of Drink Lightly
I’m off on a new theme: recently published cookbook reviews. I’m starting with Drink Lightly by Natasha David.
Paddy’s Punch
From a virtual yelp event during the pandemic (March 2021): We all took a virtual trip to Ireland last night to hang out with Grace O’Malley. Never heard of her? Grace O’Malley is the famous Irish pirate queen. She was fierce, powerful and cunning. She did have an audience with Elizabeth I as to try…