summer

  • Pico de Gallo

    Serving chips and salsa along with your margaritas on Cinco de Mayo? Try this simple pico de gallo recipe. It takes no skill and tastes much better than the stuff you can buy in the store. I like it spicy, so I left the seeds in the jalapeños. Remove the seeds for less heat. I also like it a little crunchy, so I included bell peppers. Mix it with some avocado, and you have a … Read more

  • 10 Boozy Ways to Beat the Heat

    I don’t know about where you are … but where we are it’s damn hot! Here are some recipes to help you manage during this unseasonable heat wave.

    1. Raspberry Sparkler: Raspberries, Campari, tequila and blood orange soda will help you stay cool.
    2. Pineapple Mai Tai: Also known as a Pai Tai, this island cocktail is made for hot weather.
    3. Strawberry Basil Mojito: Load it up with ice and enjoy the perfect pairing
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    Watermelon Granita

    This Week’s Drink is brought to us by guest blogger Caitlin D. (@catincal).

    I’m the kind of girl who giggles for no reason, loves twirly dresses and is the first to grab a karaoke microphone. Oh, and I love cocktails.

    I’m a huge fan of outdoor dinner parties in the summer and love matching a festive, seasonal drink to a traditional BBQ menu. One of my favorite bartenders, Esteban Ordonez, created the following recipe with … Read more