Lattes flavors have blossomed beyond French Vanilla, hazenut, and mocha. Where flavors of yesteryear added a richness and warmth, lavender acts quite differently. A lavender latte is aromatic and lightly sweet. Infused Simple Syrup Simple syrup could be considered a specialty drink staple. Made with sugar and water, it packs a punch of sweetness without…
Drinks
This site has lots and lots of different drinks to suit most tastes. You will find a variety of cocktails for every occasion. I have a blue margarita recipe that is perfect for summer, or any time of year really.
My mango cocktail is a favorite. When peaches are in season make a Bourbon peach tea smash, you will love it.
If you like fruity drinks more, then a refreshing guava cocktail is for you. And on a cool day a rose hips tea is delicious and soothing.
Turmeric Latte (Vegan version, too)
Before we jump into making lattes without coffee, let’s look at the humble root and the reasons why people are opting for this healthy, golden drink. What is turmeric? This root is native to India. It has since been cultivated in subtropical regions throughout Asia. Bright orange in color, turmeric has a lot of health…
Refreshing Guava Lime Cocktail
Nothing says summer like a refreshing guava lime cocktail! It’s pretty color and delicious taste is the perfect accompaniment to tapas on the deck with family and friends. Guava juice is sweet and delicious. Stir in some lime juice, a splash of your favorite tequila, give it a quick stir and top with a sprig…
Vietnamese Egg Coffee (Ca phe trung)
Shortly after my daughter moved to Vietnam, she began raving about the food. We raised her a foodie, obviously. No street eat was too questionable, no dish too exotic. But, the one thing she really went on about was Vietnamese egg coffee (ca phe trung or cà phê trứng). When she fist told me about…
Horchata
Horchata is a creamy, smooth sweet summer drink popular in Spain and Latin America. It is traditionally served cold in a tall glass without ice. Unlike Americans, Europeans are not fond of ice in their drinks. Horchata is usually paired with a pastry. The origin of the name horchata derives from Latin, hordeum meaning barley….
Coquito – Puerto Rican Coconut Egg-Free Nog
Coquito is a creamy coconut milk beverage native to Puerto Rico. Literally translated it means “little coconut,” however there is nothing little about this drink. Its taste is rich, creamy and accented with a hint of vanilla and cinnamon. Coquito is traditionally served at Christmas time In my opinion, it should be enjoyed year round….
Vietnamese Iced Coffee – Ca Phe Sua Da
Another Vietnamese coffee recipe. This one is Vietnamese Iced Coffee. Yes, it is sweet, indeed. The Vietnamese name is ca phe sua da. Basically it’s iced coffee with sweetened condensed milk. There certainly are a lot of coffee recipes in Vietnam! There is something you must know… There are usually three or more coffee shops…
Scailtin – Irish Whiskey Milk Punch
Is it milk punch, or milk with a punch? Given its name it must be the latter. In any case, scailtin (Irish whiskey milk punch) is a great drink for a cold winter night. For this recipe I used Jameson because for some reason it seems to be more popular than Bushmills. This old Irish…
Lemongrass Vodka Martini Recipe
The other night my husband and I went out to dinner with two other couples. One of the guys is married to a girl from Indonesia. We heard extensively about their travels to this exotic part of the world with awe and interest. And yes, this is where lemongrass vodka martini recipe comes into play….
Vietnamese Coconut Coffee
In the baking Hanoi summer heat, there is a tasty treat to refresh and give you a nice kick of energy. What is it? Vietnamese coconut coffee! Yes, you read right. Let me tell you all about it. In 2016, during our family’s visit to Hanoi to visit our daughter who lives there, we were…
Prosecco Pomegranate Mimosa
Bring on the bubbly! T’is the season for parties, delicious food, and festive cocktails. Having said that, how about a Prosecco Pomegranate mimosa? Just a new spin on the traditional brunch favorite. The color of Prosecco pomegranate mimosa is so pretty and festive. It definitely helps that pomegranates are in season this time of year…
The Hemingway Daiquiri Cocktail Recipe
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Don Q rum. All opinions are 100% mine. In El Floridito bar, Havana bartender Constantino Ribailagua, concocted the Hemingway daiquiri cocktail recipe in the 1920’s. It is not a secret that the famous writer Ernest Hemingway spent a great deal of his free time…
Grapefruit Rosemary Mojito
Make a mojito with grapefruit before you say goodbye to summer. Summer is a long ways away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t pretend, right? Put on your Bermuda shorts, dig out that tropical shirt, and get out your mojito ingredients. Sit back and dream of tropical breezes, and white sandy beaches. The rosemary…
Citrus Apple Cider Martini
Fall cocktail: The apple cider martini What is one of the best things about Fall? For me it’s apples, apple cider, and apple cider martinis! In the area where I live there are a few apple orchards and a couple of cider mills. When my kids were little one of our favorite Fall activities was…
Sparkling Mango Prosecco Cocktail
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Riondo Prosecco. All opinions are 100% mine. Ah summer, please don’t go, you are my favorite season. Summer is time for leisurely gatherings on the deck or patio. It’s time to share with friends and kick back. For me, part of the summer experience is…
