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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The Weekend Cocktail: The Ides of March and The Bloody Caesar

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

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The 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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The Weekend Cocktail: The Northern Shield Cocktail

February 26, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY 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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The Weekend Cocktail: The Flying Tomato salutes Olympian Shaun White

February 19, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY GWEN KENNEALLY

flyingtomato400I 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…

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The Weekend Cocktail: New Orleans Hurricane

February 11, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY 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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The Weekend Cocktail: Super Bowl Cheers

February 5, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY 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

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The Weekend Cocktail: Homemade Irish Cream and a Winter Dream

January 29, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY 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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The Weekend Cocktail: The Classic Rob Roy

January 22, 2010 by Karen  
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gwen-headshot-110x110BY 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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The Weekend Cocktail: Haitian Cocktail and Help Haiti

January 15, 2010 by Karen  
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BY GWEN KENNEALLY

rum150Haiti 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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