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How to Make a Negroni Spritz

How to Make a Negroni Spritz

(also known as Negroni Sbagliato) I love the sweet-bitter punch of a Negroni. It's why I said, "YES!" to making a Negroni lip balm all those years ago when Campari...

How to Make a Negroni Spritz

(also known as Negroni Sbagliato) I love the sweet-bitter punch of a Negroni. It's why I said, "YES!" to making a Negroni lip balm all those years ago when Campari...

Why We Love Rosehip Oil For Lips and Skin

Why We Love Rosehip Oil For Lips and Skin

Alright, let's talk about rosehip oil for lips, shall we? It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when we think about lip care, but trust me,...

Why We Love Rosehip Oil For Lips and Skin

Alright, let's talk about rosehip oil for lips, shall we? It may not be the first thing that comes to mind when we think about lip care, but trust me,...

Sparkling Rosé Sangria

Sparkling Rosé Sangria

(Photo from Serious Eats) This recipe I created is a mash-up of two summer favorites: sangria and the Aperol spritz and the whole thing is served over peaches. You can find...

Sparkling Rosé Sangria

(Photo from Serious Eats) This recipe I created is a mash-up of two summer favorites: sangria and the Aperol spritz and the whole thing is served over peaches. You can find...

Riesling Punch with Gin, Cucumber, and Lime

Riesling Punch with Gin, Cucumber, and Lime

Photo by Yossy Arefi, from Modern Potluck (Clarkson Potter 2016) This drink comes from my book, Modern Potluck. It's the best summer cocktail to make for a crowd because it doesn't require...

Riesling Punch with Gin, Cucumber, and Lime

Photo by Yossy Arefi, from Modern Potluck (Clarkson Potter 2016) This drink comes from my book, Modern Potluck. It's the best summer cocktail to make for a crowd because it doesn't require...

Vermouth and Soda

Vermouth and Soda

    Vermouth and Soda with LemonMakes 1 drink 2 ounces sweet vermouth1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice4 ounces soda waterIce In a collins-type glass, mix together the vermouth and lemon...

Vermouth and Soda

    Vermouth and Soda with LemonMakes 1 drink 2 ounces sweet vermouth1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice4 ounces soda waterIce In a collins-type glass, mix together the vermouth and lemon...

Pamplemousse Cocktail

Pamplemousse Cocktail

  Pamplemousse Cocktail Adapted from Food & Wine1 ounce London dry gin1/2 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice1/2 ounce fresh lemon juiceIce1 large basil leaf, for garnish In...

Pamplemousse Cocktail

  Pamplemousse Cocktail Adapted from Food & Wine1 ounce London dry gin1/2 ounce St-Germain elderflower liqueur1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice1/2 ounce fresh lemon juiceIce1 large basil leaf, for garnish In...