I'm thrilled that Michael, our favorite mixologist, is back with a classic cocktail to warm us on these frigid winter days. Read on to master the art of the Manhattan, then relax, grab a book, and light a fire. Five o'clock is calling... As we all come off our holiday hiatus, it is traditional to … Continue reading Cocktail Hour: The Manhattan
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Cocktail Hour: The Daiquiri
Our resident mixologist is back with the fascinating history of Hemingway's favorite cocktail - the daiquiri. We mixed up a batch following Michael's recipe and I promise you, this is not the boat drink you think it is. The Daiquiri This cocktail resides in same family as the most classic of cocktails: the Martini, the … Continue reading Cocktail Hour: The Daiquiri
Cocktail Hour: The Martini
I'm thrilled to introduce a new weekend feature just in time for summer, Cocktail Hour. Michael, my almost brother-in-law and the most talented mixologist I've ever known (this is not hyperbole), has graciously agreed to share his knowledge and his recipes during the month of June here at a & d. And in true Michael … Continue reading Cocktail Hour: The Martini
In Praise of the Five O’Clock Cocktail
Morning brings the ritual of coffee. When bedtime draws near, I often fantasize about having it in the morning, waking up to the amazing taste, smell, and enveloping warmth. I have been known to audibly moan upon taking my first sip. Midday I am walking or running my gorgeous mutt. Okay, most days. When it's … Continue reading In Praise of the Five O’Clock Cocktail
Anatomy of a Dinner Party
I am sitting at the dining room table with my favorite cookbooks strewn about and Martha's Entertaining open wide, taunting with gorgeous tablescape imagery. As I plan the menu for a dinner we are hosting next weekend, I am thinking not only of the ingredients for my dishes, but also of the ones that comprise … Continue reading Anatomy of a Dinner Party
Freemans Love
New York did not disappoint. A full recap of the weekend's adventures will come, but I could not wait to share our favorite night at my favorite spot in the city: Freemans. Rustic, chic, dark, cozy and intimate, Freemans serves the most amazing cocktails alongside perfectly portioned, mostly-American comfort food. Let's start with the drinks … Continue reading Freemans Love
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