The pinnacle of American sports is upon us! It’s a super good time and if you’ve decided to host a Big Game party, you’ll need to prepare! While the average NFL football game lasts around three hours, the Big Game averages just over four, so you’ll want to take that…
Besides family and celebrations, there is another thing that can bring everyone together and put you all in a jolly and festive mood – cocktails! More specifically, Christmas cocktails. We’ve put together a list of our favorites and added some new ones for 2018. All you have to do is…
While lighting the menorah, dreidel games, and gifts are the most known Hanukkah traditions, you might be in the mood to start your own this year and spice up the festivities. Pairing your dinners with a specific cocktail each night may just add the perfect touch to your family gatherings.…
Thanksgiving cocktails are just as important as the food itself. Instead of showing off your wine-corking skills, shake up a batch of drinks that will surely impress your guests. Here are the top 6 cocktails (and a digestif!) to imbibe before, during, and after the family feast. 1. Bourbon Apple…
November 12th is National Happy Hour Day! The term took on a different meaning during prohibition, 1920 to 1933, where “Happy Hour” became a euphemism for people meeting to drink secretly before having dinner at a public restaurant, where the sale and consumption of alcohol was illegal. Think of it…
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is truly a celebration of life. Celebrating The Day of the Dead has a long history in Mexican Tradition. The Day of the Dead is celebrated on November 2nd. You may hear references to “the Days of the Dead” which refers to the…
The beauty of a gin & tonic is its simplicity. The classic gin and tonic cocktail was introduced to the world in the 18th century by the army of the British East India Company in India, almost by accident, as they added gin to their daily intake of quinine-based tonic…
When most of the United States thinks of fall, their mind conjures bright images of crunchy, colorful leaves, cozy sweaters and cinnamon scented candles. That’s not quite the same for us here in the south. This is Texas; the idea of a picturesque fall where the weather stays below a…
Who says that getting a daily serving of greens can’t be fun? The craze of veggie-based cocktails isn’t going away any time soon. Cocktail connoisseurs are relishing in the invigorating and lighter flavors that vegetable cocktails bring to the table. They’re perfect for those who are trying to cut back…
We’ve had Queen’s ‘We Are The Champions’ playing on a loop. All. Week. Long. Why do you ask? We’re excited about the Kentucky Derby; a new champion will be crowned this Saturday, May 5th! Referred to as the most prestigious horse race in the world; the derby has been conducted…
What’s up with Friday the 13th? To many, it’s an unlucky day. The fear of Friday the 13th stems from a fear of the number 13 itself, also known as “triskaidekaphobia”. That’s one heckuva vocabulary word—try playing it in Scrabble, and everyone’s heads might implode. So let’s put fear of bad…
Easter—it’s the heart of the spring season! While the kids will be squealing with joy as they run about the backyard in a jelly-bean-fueled frenzy, questing for plastic eggs—the real fun will be had around the adult’s table, with these festive Easter brunch cocktails. The Green Garden Cocktail Ingredients: 1…
