How to Make Mint Tea

August 8, 2011 Beverages
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Having a bad day? House flooded? Cat had to go to the vet? Learn how to make mint tea, and watch your worries fade away.

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Florence, Italy: Gilli Cafe

April 5, 2011 Beverages
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A sad review of Gilli Cafe in Florence, Italy. Their service was so bad that I never got the chance to try their coffee.

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New Years Eve Cocktail Recipes

December 31, 2010 Beverages
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If you’re looking for New Years Eve cocktail recipes, then here are a few that you’ll love. Start the new year off right with some ridiculously tasty beverages.

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Peppermint Hot Chocolate Recipe

December 23, 2010 Beverages
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This mint hot chocolate recipe will be the perfect after dinner sipping beverage, with or without a kick for the grown-ups!

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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

December 21, 2010 Beverages
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This salted caramel hot chocolate recipe is the most decadent hot cocoa you’ll ever have. A touch of salt perfectly compliments the velvety smooth texture.

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Peanut Butter Curry Hot Cocoa Recipe

December 6, 2010 Beverages
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This hot cocoa recipe is like none you’ve ever tried before: it includes cocoa, peanut butter, and a touch of curry. A sweet, decadent treat that you’ll never forget!

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Bartending in Fantasy Land: The Golden Café 2010

October 13, 2010 Beverages
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The Golden Cafe at Burning Man 2010 was a mainstay of ethanol enthusiasm. These four cocktail recipes will treat you real’ good this summer.

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Roasting Coffee Beans at Home

July 5, 2010 Beverages
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Have you ever considered roasting coffee beans at home? James di Properzio explains the ins and outs of the process, and why it’s such a simple thing to do.

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It’s Five O’clock Somewhere: The Perfect Chocolate Martini

March 12, 2010 Beverages
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Looking for the perfect chocolate martini recipe? This tried and true cocktail recipe needs to be made NOW, because it’s five o’clock somewhere.

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Peanut Butter Hot Cocoa Recipe

November 17, 2009 Beverages
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This peanut butter hot cocoa recipe is one of the best hot chocolate recipes you’ll ever find. Hot, rich and creamy, this is the perfect drink for those cold winter nights by the fire.

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The R&R – A Perfect Summer Cocktail Recipe

September 2, 2009 Beverages
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The R&R is a perfect bourbon cocktail recipe for that nice bottle you’ve got hiding in the wet bar. This souped-up iced tea will leave you euphoric thanks to the caffeine and caramely liquor. Definitely a winner.

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Blood Orange Margarita Cocktail Recipe

August 31, 2009 Beverages
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This blood orange margarita is the perfect cocktail recipe for the long Labor Day weekend. Make a pitcher and chill out with friends and family, one more time before autumn peeks over the horizon.

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Win a Copy of “Mix Shake Stir”

August 7, 2009 Beverages
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Want to win your own copy of Mix Shake Stir? Then enter the free giveaway!

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Mix Shake Stir – A Review, Part 2

July 31, 2009 Beverages
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This mixology book is not only aesthetically gorgeous, but contains some of the best drink recipes I’ve ever had. Despite a few flaws, this is a great book to add to your collection. This is part two of the review.

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Mix Shake Stir – A Review, Part 1

July 29, 2009 Beverages
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This mixology book is not only aesthetically gorgeous, but contains some of the best drink recipes I’ve ever had. Despite a few flaws, this is a great book to add to your collection. This is part one of the review.

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Bell’alimento! Making Espresso in a Moka Pot

July 6, 2009 Beverages
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Want to learn how to make espresso in a moka pot? Let the lovely Paula show you how, complete with photos.

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Cherry Limeade, the Radioactive Way

June 4, 2009 Beverages

Just had to repost this, because it looked too lovely for words: The Cooking Photographer: Cherry Limeade the Radioactive Way. I don’t like cherries, so I’d probably change up the fruit to strawberries or raspberries. Add a little something-something, and you’ve got a great poolside cocktail. *swoon*

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French 75 Champagne Cocktail

April 9, 2009 Beverages
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The French 75 is a great champagne cocktail recipe, but beware its lethal subtlety!

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Post New Years Eve Hangover Cures

December 31, 2008 Beverages
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These hangover cures will help salvage your morning after. No matter how great that party was last night, there’s no reason to feel like arse the next day.

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New Years Eve Champagne Cocktail Recipes

December 30, 2008 Beverages
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These champagne cocktail recipes are a fabulous way to ring in the new year.

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