I love granita. Since I moved to Sicily in 2012 I have been sampling as many different types and flavors as I can find. In the summertime granita can be found everywhere. We eat it morning, noon, and night. Not only does it keep you cool, it's a delight to the senses. The simplest recipes … Continue reading RECIPE: Watermelon vodka granita
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A Better Mimosa
The perfect mimosa recipe begins with the best ingredients. The oranges might not like it, but you will love it. I have friends who are eaters. They will put (just about) anything in their mouth. Like most of you, however, I enjoy drinking. But when drinkMakers take short cuts, opting to use 'acceptable' rather than … Continue reading A Better Mimosa
CAVA : An introduction to the Spanish sparkling wine
Bubbles always get me thinking. The flavors one can find in a bottle of sparkling wine are inspiring. For centuries, winemakers have been playing with recipes for infusing carbon dioxide gas into a flavor-packed, alcoholic beverage. The ones who have succeeded have been rewarded with the praise of consumers and critics around the globe. Today, … Continue reading CAVA : An introduction to the Spanish sparkling wine
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