Category Archives: Beverage

Salty Hound of Baskerville – A Halloween Drink

Posted on October 22, 2018 by HelenFern

As you sit and wait for all those trick or treaters on Halloween night, here’s a terrifying drink to sip, right out of a Sherlock Holmes story!

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Summer Tequila Mint Julep

Posted on August 21, 2018 by HelenFern

I really enjoy a cold mint julep on a hot summer day – sitting outside on the deck, listening to the birds and sipping on a refreshing cocktail. But I didn’t have any bourbon! So I decided to see what … Continue reading →

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Strawberry – Lavender Lemonade

Posted on July 12, 2018 by HelenFern

A hot summer day calls for ice cold lemonade! And with all the plump strawberries everywhere, why not fancy it up? How about the flavors of strawberries and lavender in that lemonade swirling around in your mouth, cooling you down … Continue reading →

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Twenty Memorial Day Ideas

Posted on May 22, 2018 by HelenFern

Memorial Day is upon us! Some folks love to celebrate with a barbecue – others with a picnic. Here are TWENTY ideas! Hope you enjoy.

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National Irish Coffee Day

Posted on January 25, 2018 by HelenFern

I had no idea there was a day for Irish coffee. Did you? This warming beverage was first served in the 1940’s at the Shannon airport in SW Ireland. Intending to warm the weary travelers stopping in, Chef Joe Sheridan … Continue reading →

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