We are headed into unprecedented times, my friends.  There’s uncertainty in unchartered territory. And we are navigating this challenging situation one day at a time.  As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Covid-19, we send our thoughts and prayers worldwide. For health and safety.  And we do what we can, where we can, to help. So y’all, let’s hunker down at home with our loved ones. Humans, fur babies, and plant babies. We all need to feel the love right now. And we need to relax. And laugh. And know that everything is going to be okay. Because it is. We’v ..read more

‘Tis the season for overindulgence, amirite? That extra glass of wine. A handful of cookies. And chocolate-dipped everything. So a little splash of bourbon in the traditional caramel latte seemed very apropos. Besides, a Caramel Bourbon Latte is the perfect accompaniment to all of those Christmas movies we’ve been binge watching at my house. A drink all warm and comforting. And they’re so easy to make at home. Especially when you use a quick version of caramel sauce that you can whip up in the microwave. I know it’s not actually caramel, but the flavor is, and that’s all that really matters f ..read more

Apparently I’m late to the party.  The Jungle Bird party, that is.  By a whopping 40 years.  But since I was nine in 1978 when this cocktail was invented, I’ll just say, “Better late than never.”  And also, “My mama wouldn’t let me drink rum when I was nine.”  Smart lady.  But while I’ve only just begun hearing about this classic Tiki cocktail, it’s been the bartender’s new favorite for a while.  And now I understand why. Because I finally tried this mysterious tropical cocktail.  Whose sweet, fruity, bitter bad-ass self is all the rage.  And I get ..read more

Even though the calendar shows that summer is technically winding down, it’s still 95 damn degrees outside with 95 percent humidity and therefore tequila is still very much apropos.  And sometimes when it’s that hot, you just gotta throw all caution to the wind (you know – one tequila, two tequila, three tequila, floor).  I jest.  Always drink in moderation.  But then that heat gets the better of you and you decide to let two of the absolute most popular tequila cocktails mingle and meld.  In the same glass.  At the same time.  Like old friends.  And tha ..read more

If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for inexpensive red wines for that much-deserved nightly tipple.  A good glass of red that doesn’t break the bank.  But that actually tastes good.  I mean, it’s gotta be worth drinking.  Amirite? And since Rick and I have a glass (or several) every night, we go through quite a bit of wine at our house.  Don’t tell my mama! Which makes the “inexpensive” part a necessity.  Because, sure, it’s fun to splurge on an awesome bottle for those special occasions, but for our nightly drankin’, we need it to be budget ..read more

It’s that cocktail time of year, amirite? Shiny, sparkly, and boozy.  And to ring in the New Year with some good karma, a fun cocktail was definitely in order.  Because there’s absolutely no need to piddle off the libation gods on the first day of 2018.  So Happy New Year, my friend.  Grab your coupe and celebrate with my Georgian Scarpetta San Remo cocktail.  It’s a play on a recipe the hubs saw on Food Network that hails from a restaurant in NYC.  Bailey and I just tweaked it a bit.  And it’s a delectable tipple, if I say so myself. I mean, really.  H ..read more

Weeelll, I’m going to say yet again that I have a new favorite cocktail.  But in all fairness, it’s not just that I can’t make up my mind.  It’s because I got my hands on a bottle of St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and I ain’t ever lettin’ go, my friend.  Because that stuff is heaven in a glass.  And to keep from sipping it all right straight outta the bottle, Bailey and I whipped up a Bourbon Elderflower Whisky Ginger and then let our Christmas movie night begin! So, first, let me tell you a little bit more about this magical potion called St. Germain.  It’s a peach ..read more

So, I now have a new favorite cocktail.  I know it’s November and I should be thinking warm drinks and apple cider and all of that jazz, but our Georgia weather is still saying, “Hello Summer!” in a very loud and somewhat flirty voice.  Think, “Well, hello, Sailor,” and you would have it just about right.  Which in my book calls for a light and refreshing cocktail.  Especially after a day spent in the great outdoors doing a little plant shopping.  Where it was warm.  Very warm.  And by the way, in full disclosure, two new air plant babies did come home with m ..read more

It’s Monday.  So we need a cocktail.  ‘Cause it’s Monday.  And Friday is still four days away.  And since Monday is also Monstera Monday for all of us plant lovers, I’m going to have my cocktail with the Queen.  Queen Salty that is.  My wonderful Monstera Deliciosa.  But given her queen status and all, a plain ole cocktail simply won’t do.  It must be worthy of Her Highness.  And that means a champagne cocktail.  Go ahead and say that outloud in your real haughty voice.  And then let’s go all girlie with a Grapefruit Mimosa. I could have ..read more

We are headed into unprecedented times, my friends.  There’s uncertainty in unchartered territory. And we are navigating this challenging situation one day at a time.  As our communities continue to feel the increased impact of Covid-19, we send our thoughts and prayers worldwide. For health and safety.  And we do what we can, where we can, to help. So y’all, let’s hunker down at home with our loved ones. Humans, fur babies, and plant babies. We all need to feel the love right now. And we need to relax. And laugh. And know that everything is going to be okay. Because it is. We’v ..read more