Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Pineapple Mimosa Punch Punch can be made from just about anything your so please. A simple bottle of prosecco can be dressed for any occasion when fresh, fruity & sparkly elements are at the forefront to create something lovely. Sherbet based punch recipes have long been a Southern party staple. I […]
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Spring Entertaining: Iced Vanilla Latte
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Iced Vanilla Latte Coffee service should reflect a more modern approach when entertaining & the same delicious flavor combinations that perk at your local coffee house will certainly appeal to guests who have grown accustom to bolder brews, spices & other stir ins. Creating a fresh style of serving good coffee […]
Spring Entertaining: Party Nuts
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Party Nuts Nut cups have long been a traditional offering when distinctive receptions are in order. Although a combination of your favorites that are simply roasted & salted are always appropriate, updated flavors & nut blends tend to have guests lingering close to a well balanced recipe full of rich flavor. […]
Cocktail Classics: French 75
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials French 75 Lovely classic cocktails are always appropriate for spring parties & if you’re looking for something a little more polished, serve guests a French 75. Gin, fresh lemon juice & a splash of champagne make these particularly festive. Create a small bar area to make the cocktails & be certain […]
Cocktail Classics: The Mint Julep
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials The Mint Julep The official drink of the Kentucky Derby since 1938, the mint julep carries with it a colorful history. It’s been a favorite cocktail of notable presidents such as Teddy Roosevelt & writers from Ernest Hemingway to F. Scott Fitzgerald with each having particular specifications in which they preferred […]
The Basics: Fresh Mint
Cooking & Baking Essentials From The Garden Fresh Mint When I order dessert in a restaurant, it is with great anticipation & expectation of something marvelous. Seeing how others take a similar set of ingredients, break them down then build them into something uniquely their own is a pleasure & presentation is everything. Fresh mint […]
Cooking Classics: Lemon-Mint Simple Syrup
Cooking Classics The Technique Lemon-Mint Simple Syrup The purpose of preparing a simple syrup is to be certain the sugar granules have been dissolved when sweet taste notes are need for a variety of uses in the kitchen. Although it’s primarily stirred into cocktails & classic everyday beverages, simple syrup is a valuable item in […]
The Profile: Heirloom Iced Tea Spoons
Entertaining Essentials Southern Socials Heirloom Iced Tea Spoons Silver iced tea spoons tend to get lost in a collection of heirloom utensils however these beautiful pieces should certainly be used. The original purpose for the spoons with their long, signature handle was to make it easier to stir sugar into the tall glasses in which […]
Cooking Classics: Lemon-Mint Iced Tea
Cooking Classics The Technique Lemon-Mint Iced Tea Sweetened iced tea is the perfect beverage to serve for any occasion in the South & it’s crucial you learn how to prepare in from scratch. The most classic method is to bring water to a rolling boil, remove it from the heat, then add the tea bags […]
Spring Entertaining: Strawberry-Lemonade Champagne Punch
Spring Entertaining Southern Socials Strawberry-Lemonade Champagne Punch Although crystal punch bowls are ideal for serving a celebratory sipper, they are not always available. When hosting friends & family for an array of southern socials, it’s always a good idea to have a few identical glass pitchers available for serving beverages. Large batches of punch can […]
