Everyone should have a drink of choice, like a favorite song. Something that works no matter who makes it. And only classic cocktails have that ubiquity. For me- It's the Old Fashioned Cocktail. Years ago, when I was reading Esquire building an archetype of what it means to be a man, I read in an article how a man should have a drink of choice. Knowing how to make a good cocktail, it seemed, was as important as tying a tie or toasting a friend (keep it short and sweet). I fell ...
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Blood Orange Marmalade
This Blood Orange Marmalade recipe helps you dress up whatever dish you're making. From desserts to salads, to cold cuts and bbq, it's incredibly versatile! Since it's not overly sweet and slightly tart and bitter, it feels more adult, and by extension carries a more complex flavor profile. So it's been a while.... It's so good to be back to writing! We took a hiatus because life happened, Alicia and I got engaged! And we moved out! All within 2 weeks, which required tons of planning, ...
Key Lime Bread Pudding
Imagine if Key Lime Pie and Bread Pudding had a love child, a really citrusy, decadent, refreshing love child. Meet Key Lime Bread Pudding! That being said, I was never a fan of bread pudding as a kid. Growing up in Cuba they made it with Caramel (which had a bitter flavor) and raisins (what kid is a fan of raisins???). It wasn't until last year that I gave the dessert a try when I started doing Pop-ups. I was looking for a dessert that carried a rich flavor and some comforting finish ...