Game Day Entertaining Raise A Glass Classic Old Fashioned All fabulous tailgating socials begin with good cocktails to set the tone for the day. Now is the time to assess glasses, basic barware fundamentals & stock up on a little team spirit. Look to Game Day Entertaining: A Toast To Football Season for pointers on […]
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Rebecca Gordon’s Buttermilk Lipstick Presents The 2018 Playbook Of Game Day Entertaining & Tailgating Recipes
Game Day Entertaining College Football Preview The 2018 Buttermilk Lipstick Playbook Of Game Day Entertaining & Tailgating Recipes Join me in celebrating the most wonderful time of the year! As football season unfolds over the next several months, so will your complete guide. I’ll be sharing everything you need to know to host your most stylish […]
Cocktail Classics: Moscow Mule
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials Moscow Mule The Moscow Mule is a refreshing cocktail to serve when entertaining during the warmer months. The combination pairs particularly well with Smoked Chicken, Sweet Chili-Lime Ribs With Honey-Ginger Barbecue Sauce & Sweet Chili-Lime Smoked Pork Shoulder. While the Moscow Mule formula is simple enough– vodka, spicy ginger beer & lime juice– there’s […]
The Basics: Watermelon
Cooking Essentials From The Garden Watermelon Watermelons can be purchased large or small & if you are not planning on entertaining, some of the more petite sizes are much easier to manage plus they still offer many servings before the quality begins to deteriorate if you plan to hold the slices a few days in […]
Cocktail Classics: Gin Rickey
Cocktail Classics Southern Socials Gin Rickey Signature cocktails are a lovely way to get celebrations underway so when the weather is warm, it’s important to choose something cool & refreshing. The original Gin Rickey was created & served at Shoomaker’s in Washington, DC in the late 1800’s. It’s a straightforward recipe prepared in a highball […]
Spring Entertaining: Pineapple Mimosa Punch
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 […]
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 […]
