The Weekend Cocktail: The Spring Equinox
March 18, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
March 20 is a date that most of us recognize as symbolic of changing seasons. As we welcome spring, people south of the equator, like my brother John who is in Australia, are actually gearing up for…
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March 12, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
Caesar:
Who is it in the press that calls on me? I hear a tongue shriller than all the music.
Cry “Caesar!” Speak; Caesar is turn’d to hear.
Soothsayer:
Beware the ides of March.
Caesar:
What man…
...Continue reading The Weekend Cocktail: The Ides of March and The Bloody CaesarThe Weekend Cocktail: Russian Spring Punch for the Academy Awards
March 5, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
It is Oscar weekend and a wonderful excuse to celebrate filmmaking with friends and family. Usually I like to serve beer, wine, champagne and one fun signature cocktail. This year I chose the Russian Spring Punch by…
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February 26, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
All eyes are on Vancouver and I am looking forward to spending the weekend watching the last of the Olympics. Not only in my house, but everywhere I go people are energized. I have had conversations…
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February 19, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
I am really enjoying the winter Olympics. Not only has Shaun White been an awe-inspiring athlete, but a world-class entertainer. I have never paid much attention to the half pipe or snowboarding for that matter, but I…
The Weekend Cocktail: New Orleans Hurricane
February 11, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
There is a big party going on in New Orleans that started Super Bowl Sunday and will carry through the weekend until Fat Tuesday. February 12 is when Mardi Gras 2010 officially kicks-off in the French Quarter…
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February 5, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
Here are some fun cocktails for the Super Bowl. Even if you are not really into the game you can enjoy a Sunday evening with friends and family.
Quarterback Sack Drink Recipe
2 oz Gin
2 oz…
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January 29, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
I love this chilly, rainy weather. Usually I like to sip on a nice red wine — or perhaps something a little sweet. A dessert cocktail is a wonderful way to cozy up with good friends in…
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January 22, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
This cold rainy weather makes me want to stay inside and sip on a Rob Roy! In researching this old-time classic I found two completely different origins.
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January 15, 2010 by Karen
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY
Haiti has gone through a horrific disaster this week with damage that will take years to rebuild. I am so moved by this story and the courage of the Haitian people that I pledge to help…
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