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Shake Up Halloween Spirit With A La Diabla Cocktail

September 19, 2016 By Aly 6 Comments

For your Halloween soiree, shake up a La Diabla Cocktail. This sweet & sassy raspberry pomegranate cocktail packs a bite that will sneak up on you!

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When my gal Heather invited me to put on my witch hat and channel my inner Halloween spirit for the #HalloweenProject, I couldn’t wait to grab my cocktail shaker and shake a little “spirit” into the festivities.

Whenever I throw a get-together, I always have a signature cocktail and La Diabla will be my signature cocktail this year. I was inspired by this recipe from Real Simple and put my stiletto spin on it. La Diabla is sweet and sassy with the flavors of raspberry and pomegranate woven throughout with a bite from the tequila and the ginger. This cocktail goes down smooth but it does pack quite the stiletto kick so you need to pace yourself when sipping this libation….

Aloha Style Homemade Eggnog #GetCozyCocktail

December 10, 2015 By Aly 9 Comments

This luscious Aloha Style Homemade Eggnog invites you to get cozy by the holiday tree while dreaming of warm Hawaiian breezes and sunshine. This easy homemade eggnog flavored with coconut, vanilla, spices and Maker’s 46® Bourbon will be a holiday favorite!

Growing up, my Bampa would make his famous eggnog from scratch with eggs and cream whipped to perfection with foamy peaks floating on top accented with freshly grated nutmeg. Since he passed, we have had store-bought eggnog on the holidays that I always jazz up with a hint of nutmeg and, of course, a splash of bourbon but it just is not like the eggnog that I remember from my youth.

Maker’s Mark issued a #GetCozyCocktail challenge to create a delicious eggnog for the holidays using their premium bourbon, Maker’s 46®, and you know I couldn’t resist throwing my stilettos into the recipe ring. Maker’s Mark, as you all know, is my go-to bourbon of choice. They say for the best results in cooking and baking, use what you would drink and, for me, that’s Maker’s Mark. It is a must have in my Bourbon Pulled Pork, this decadent Bourbon Soaked Eggnog Cake, Spiced Boozy Cherries, etc. Essentially, if the recipe needs a little bourbon, I am grabbing my Maker’s Mark. …

Toast Halloween With A Bewitching Blood Red Rum Punch #DontHesitaste

October 15, 2015 By Aly 16 Comments

This hauntingly delicious Blood Red Rum Punch will satisfy any thirsty ghost or goblin. Pomegranate and Black Cherry juice are mixed with spiced rum, a bit of citrus and sweetened with a skinny grenadine syrup.

This spooky sip was created using Sweet ‘N Low® as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars. #donthesitaste

Who doesn’t love a rum punch, right? Well I have a hauntingly delicious Blood Red Rum Punch for you to toast Halloween with that will have your guests dancing all night long.

*cue the #TBT tunes*

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A Refreshing Berry Thyme Spritzer For A Trop50 #GirlsNightIn

May 14, 2014 By Aly 15 Comments

For a refreshing mocktail perfect for summer, you need to make a pitcher of this refreshing Berry Thyme Spritzer

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I have the ultimate refreshing summer sip for you today – a Berry Thyme Spritzer that I know you are going to adore.

When I told some friends that I was testing out some new recipes and how did they feel about a Girls’ Night In – they were all for it. Lately it seems that going out requires one to essentially take out a mortgage and the club scene is a bit too much. I tend to prefer the more relaxed version of great food, great friends and lots of laughter – the essentials for any fabulous Girls’ Night In, right?…

A Spicy Mocha With Chocolate Whipped Cream To Start The Day #BrunchWeek

May 8, 2014 By Aly 27 Comments

This divine Spicy Mocha with Chocolate Whipped Cream is a delicious way to start the day. Rich chocolate and espresso are simmered with chiles and then dolloped with a chocolately whipped cream for a bit of an indulgence. Forget the coffee shop – this is so much better!

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Welcome to the second annual Brunch Week hosted by Terri of Love and Confections and Susan of The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen! Join us May 5th through 10th while we celebrate the deliciousness of brunch and to prepare for Mother’s Day and summer brunching season. We have 32 bloggers bringing you their best brunch game, from cocktails to eggs benedict to donuts, there is something for everyone this week. Our amazing sponsors have donated some great prizes for a gigantic giveaway, so make sure to enter!

I have a divinely warming mug of Spicy Mocha with Chocolate Whipped Cream to share with you today.

I’m quite the coffee gal – and if espresso is in the mix – even better. There’s nothing like some fantastic espresso percolating on the stovetop. Melded with some warm chocolatey milk spiced with cinnamon and chilies – even better. Top it with a creamy chocolatey whipped cream – perfection….