Category Archives: cocktails

Hot Toddy Upgrade with Cinnamon Simple Syrup = Seriously Simple

Posted on February 10, 2017 by Claudia Cali

Snow days call for some hot libations, I spent twenty minutes upgrading mine with cinnamon simple syrup.  This was promptly added to a soy mezcal chai latte To enjoy: 1 cup of light brown sugar 1 cup of water 5-7 … Continue reading →

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Brunch BLT Bloody Mary

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Claudia Cali

Topped with fresh homemade toast, slab of bacon and crisp of lettuce    

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Jell-O Shot Slices

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Claudia Cali

Summertime party favors of Jell-O shot slices Half and clean out pulp of fruit, Fill with jell-o mixture, set overnight in fridge, Slice and serve       

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Sparkling Cranberries

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Claudia Cali

Last year I made these sans alcohol. This year I’ve up it two times, once with champagne and the other with bourbon. Both times the verdict was not enough booze. Next year it’s on! The receipe below is the family … Continue reading →

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New Year – New You

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Claudia Cali

A New Year doesn’t have to mean a New You! The power to change is from within always, but a new year does offer a good excuse to make some new habits. For me, that getting more into here. Let’s … Continue reading →

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Star cube

Posted on December 15, 2012 by Claudia Cali
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