Spec’sology Blog - Entertain

Coming up with things to keep the kids entertained during Easter has never been a problem, but what about activities for adults? Many of the things that work for kids can be easily adapted for adults. And, let’s be honest, after all the food prep and decorating, you deserve to have some fun as well! Check out some of our favorite Easter games you can play with adults of all ages! Mini Wine Bottle Easter Egg Hunt Single serving wine bottles make for the perfect treasure hidden inside your 21+ Easter eggs. You’ll need larger Easter eggs which you can

The largest non-official work holiday is almost here! Non-official work holiday? By this we’re referring to the last few weeks of March where you keep one eye on keeping up appearances and the other firmly planted on some sort of visual display showing college basketball. It’s March Madness! And while American companies reportedly lose at least $1.2 billion per every hour of unproductivity during the first week of the NCAA tournament, you can certainly raise the bar on your watch parties with some delicious cocktails. So, before the whistle blows be sure to have your cocktails ready to roll with

Throughout June, people all over the globe will be celebrating World Pride Month in honor of the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City. With the rainbow flag being one of the symbols of Pride, we’re supporting the LGBTQ community with a collection of colorful cocktails you can make at home to celebrate Pride! The Cheever Ingredients 1 oz. vodka½ oz. cream½ oz. cream of coconut½ oz. blue curaçao3 oz. pineapple juice Directions Pour pineapple juice, vodka, cream and cream of coconut with ice into a blender and blend.Strain into a large glass with ice cubes.Float the blue curacao on

By Mandy Jamrok Have you ever wondered how coffees from all around the world can taste and feel so drastically different on the palate? With so many bean varietals and brewing options out there, it can become overwhelming to decide which beans and methods work best for you. Not to worry- Spec’s is here to help Frappe’s for Father’s Day! Summer weather is officially upon us! While we might be spending our Summer Holidays a little differently this year, that doesn’t mean they can’t be just as much fun. Father’s Day is on Sunday, June 21st, 2020- so in celebration,

If you’re anything like us, when you think of Easter, you tend to think in pastels. So, when you’re crafting your Easter Brunch menu, of which Easter-themed beverages are surely a part, you’ll want to take a look at our collection of pastel colored cocktails to set the perfect mood. And, if you’re curious as to why pastel is tied to Easter, the following explanation will provide a deeper meaning to this seasonal décor. Why Pastels? Pastels of white, violet, pink, and green, along with are generally associated with particular aspects of Christian beliefs. According to the "Encyclopedia Britannica," the

Soooo, here we are stuck at home wondering how to keep ourselves entertained. …running out of ideas already? Luckily for you we’ve put together beverage and boredom pairings to keep you entertained. We’re pairing the latest, trending shows and movies with themed drinks so you can get your social on without leaving the couch. Love is Blind • Netflix Love is Blind is the ultimate combination of social distancing meets the dating game. According to Netflix - “Nick and Vanessa Lachey host this social experiment where single men and women look for love and get engaged, all before meeting in

Build Your Own March Madness Hosting Platters When you’re hosting a march madness watch party the last thing you want to do is spend all your time in the kitchen trying to feed all your guests. On the other hand, you don’t want to spend hundreds of dollars ordering enough food for everyone, hoping they pay you back. Thankfully, there is another option that takes very little time and costs significantly less than ordering out - DIY party platters! With the right ingredients (that don’t require cooking) and strategic plating, a party platter will appear far from simple to guests

Mardi Gras is all about overindulgence, in fact, the name itself is French for Fat Tuesday. It takes place the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday and is a celebration of all the rich food and drinking excessiveness before the leaner days of Lent begin. The most famous Mardi Gras celebration in America takes place in New Orleans, home to some of the richest food and abundance of alcohol in the U.S. While not everyone has access to the plethora of bars found in New Orleans, you can still have a collection of Mardi Gras themed cocktails at your party! Check out

Galentine's Day, a celebration of female friendship, first entered pop culture through the popular TV show Parks and Recreation. In a 2010 episode, the character Leslie Knope, played by Amy Poehler, introduced the concept as a pre-Valentine's Day brunch where women come together to celebrate their friendships. She described it as “ladies celebrating ladies,” complete with waffles, heartfelt gifts, and lots of love. While originally fictional, Galentine's Day quickly resonated with audiences and took on a life of its own. Arriving the day before Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day is a day to celebrate the love you have for your lady

In case you’re wondering why all your friends are refusing to attend your National Hedgehog Day Party on February 2nd, it’s because the Big Game happens to be on that very same Sunday. *If you aren’t a big sports fan, the Big Game refers to the annual championship football game of the National Football League that pits the winner of the AFC against the winner of the NFC. And because you’ll spend all day in a state of perpetual curiosity; AFC stands for the American Football Conference and NFC stands for the National Football Conference. The game was born out

Champagne is known as the drink of choice for celebrations of all kinds, but this bubbly beverage is so much more than a special occasion sipper. Champagne can be used in all sorts of dishes from risotto to Jell-O and everything in between! We’ve put together a list of great Champagnes and sparkling wines for the holidays along with some recipe ideas to use with any leftovers you might have. Or if you’re like us, you might just want to buy an extra bottle or two as there’s no such thing as leftover Champagne. Top 5 Best-Selling Champagnes Brands of

Thanksgiving is coming up soon, and this year why not kick up the fun by infusing your holiday dishes with a little something extra! We talk a lot about food and wine pairings, but did you know that if it pairs well you can cook it right into the dish? We’re talking everything from bourbon to beer to biscuits and birds! We’ve put together some of our favorites to help you add a splash of palate pizzazz to your plate! Rosé Cranberry Sauce Ingredients 1 ½ cups Rosé12 oz fresh cranberries2 cups sugar1 red pear1 pomegranate1 orange juiced1 orange, zested