Feeling very pregnant lately—which I type with both joy and also as a complaint. I do love feeling my son wiggle around in my belly. This is the very beginning stages of getting to know him. But I’m also at the stage where it’s difficult to find a comfortable way to sit or sleep and I have to get up to pee about 4x a night. Also nothing fits, so I’m down to rotating the same five outfits, which is again both a blessing and a curse in some ways. I do love this phase of anticipation. It’s like the feeling you have before you go on a big, exciting trip. It’s excitement mixed with a little anxiety ..read more

The El Presidente is a famous Cuban cocktail created in the early 1900s. It’s a variation of the classic Manhattan. It was most likely named after President Mario García Menocal. During Prohibition-era Havana, Cuba became a popular vacation destination for Americans who came for the beautiful weather, beaches and of course, incredible cocktails. The Mojito and the Daiquiri are the best-known drinks from this time. The El Presidente may not be the most famous rum-based cocktail, but it is not one to miss. More Rum Cocktails: Painkiller, Mai Tai, Piña Colada, Rum Runner, Blue Hawaii, Cuba Libre ..read more

I realize we play fast and loose with the term “salad” here in the Midwest sometimes, but this IS a classic and I stand by it! Watergate salad is a cold, dessert-type salad made with marshmallows and Cool Whip. To me, it’s a staple of any backyard BBQ or holiday dinner. I have very vivid memories of this green, creamy salad on plates beside things like Thanksgiving turkey or BBQ chicken. Don’t knock it until you try it! Some call this Watergate salad recipe by other names like Pistachio Dessert Salad or even Pistachio fluff. The name Watergate salad comes from the fact that this side dish has ..read more

While you certainly can buy pre-made Thousand Island dressing what you may not know is you probably have all the ingredients to make this classic sauce already in your kitchen. With just seven ingredients you can whip up homemade Thousand Island dressing in just a few minutes. And while I love this dressing on salads, including a classic wedge salad, there are many other uses as well! You can drizzle this over a sandwich or burger (it’s very similar to Big Mac sauce). Or use this in a cold pasta salad or quick coleslaw. Thousand Island dressing also makes a great dipping sauce for things like ..read more

A Michelada is a savory Mexican cocktail that uses beer, lime, and spices for a drink that’s similar to a Bloody Mary but with a twist. While some may choose to serve this as a brunch cocktail, it can be enjoyed any time of day or alongside your favorite Mexican food (and preferably with a beach within view!). The origins of the drink aren’t agreed on, but it most likely goes back to the middle of the 20th century when Mexican beer started to be served with lime and salt. Related: Classic Bloody Mary, Rosemary Bloody Maria, Sriracha Bloody Mary, Basil Bloody Mary, Frozen Bloody Mary What’s ..read more

The fuzzy navel is a classic 80’s cocktail that uses equal parts orange juice and peach schnapps. This drink is so easy to make and it’s quick to make larger batches for parties and gatherings. With its sweet, fruity taste, this is a refreshing summer cocktail for parties or brunches. Related: Mimosa, Jungle Bird Cocktail, Harvey Wallbanger Cocktail, Paloma Cocktail Why is it called a Fuzzy Navel? What’s the origins of a Fuzzy Navel? Ingredients Directions Tips for Making Fuzzy Navel Variations: More Recipes to Try: Why is it called a Fuzzy Navel? The “fuzzy” part of the name comes from t ..read more

A bomb shot, but add fire. The Flaming Dr. Pepper is an amaretto shot set on fire using overproof rum, then dropped into a lager beer. The flavors mix to simulate the flavors of Dr. Pepper (there is no actual Dr. Pepper soft drink in this recipe). Although we advise extra caution, we’re excited to show you have to make this fun, flaming shot! Related: White Tea Shot, Green Tea Shot, Mini Beer Shot, Mexican Candy Shot, Lemon Drop Shot, Scooby Snack Shot, Washington Apple Shot. Ingredients Lager Beer – Choose your favori ..read more

It’s margarita season! This Strawberry Margarita recipe is so flavorful, fresh and easy to make at home. A twist on the classic margarita, this recipe uses fresh strawberry puree, limes, tequila, orange liqueur and a fresh strawberry garnish to create the perfect drink. You will love the sweet and tart flavor. It tastes SO fresh. More tequila cocktails: Paloma, Tequila Sunrise, Ranch Water, Mexican Mule, Mexican Candy Shot. Ingredients in a Strawberry Margarita Silver Tequila – Choose a mid-priced quality tequila blanco. Orange Liqueur – Such as Cointreau, Grand Marnier or Triple Sec. Fr ..read more

The Americano cocktail (not to be confused with the Caffè Americano) was created in the 1860s at Gaspare Campari’s bar in Milan, Italy. The signature drink is made with Campari, sweet vermouth and sparkling water. It’s bittersweet, bubbly, low ABV and refreshing. More Campari drinks: Negroni, Boulevardier, Negroni Sbagliato. Ingredients in an Americano Cocktail Campari – An Italian bitter. Sweet Vermouth – Such as Gallo. Soda Water – Or mineral water to top. Orange Twist – To garnish. Americano cocktails are often served in both short and tall glasses. Choose a double old fashioned glas ..read more

Taro milk tea is one of the most popular bubble tea drinks I usually see on menus. While of course you don’t have to add boba pearls to taro milk tea, it’s more fun if you do. This drink is a vibrant purple lavender color and made with taro root, brewed tea, and milk. What is taro? Taro is a starchy root vegetable most often grown in Southeast Asia. It’s kind of like a sweet potato or yam, but has a different flavor profile. While you can use raw taro root to make taro milk tea, I almost always use taro powder as it makes the process much easier and I think is just as good. Related: Use this ..read more