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A Zesty Passionfruit Mojito Recipe from St. Kitts
On a recent trip to St. Kitts, we enjoyed lots of rum cocktails, but one that kept popping up was the Passionfruit Mojito. It is refreshing, zesty, and tangy, perfect for a day at the beach or a backyard picnic. Try this easy to make recipe right at home, just in time for Memorial Day…
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Why You Should Order a Strawberry Bellini Instead of Peach Right Now
In Italy, there is a deep appreciation for fresh, seasonal ingredients. Many restaurants and cafes in Italy follow a “farm-to-table” approach, meaning that they source their ingredients from local farms and markets. As a result, menus change frequently to reflect what is in season. For example, in May, you are unlikely to find a peach…
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The Perfect Aperol Spritz Recipe
We recently returned from an amazing trip to the Amalfi Coast in Italy. One of the highlights of our trip was trying all different kinds of spritzes while we were there. From the classic Aperol Spritz to variations made with Limoncello or Campari, we couldn’t get enough of this refreshing cocktail. It was the perfect…
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Celebrate King Charles with a Cocktail
King Charles will be coronated this weekend, and whether you will be in London or not, you can toast to him with a signature cocktail from Highclere Castle Gin. Recipe: 2 oz Highclere Castle Gin.25 oz Scotch.5 oz lemon juice.5 oz orange Curacao Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake…
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A Cozy Cocktail Recipe from a Cozy Staycation in Boston
Winter is in full swing here in Boston so a staycation away from the hustle and bustle could be a nice way to beat the cabin fever. The Newbury in Boston certainly agrees and has launched a new “fireplace program” that makes it one of the coziest places for a staycation in town. But before…
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Spring Cocktails With Highclere Castle Gin
We may still be in depths of winter here in Boston, but Spring will be here before we know it! And they best way to get into the right spirit is with a little Highclere Castle spirit! Try this cocktail at home and keep reading for our favorite places to try a craft cocktail made…
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Chocolate Lover’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and that means we all need to start shopping for the perfect gifts for our loved ones. What better gift than chocolate? If you have someone special in your life who you are shopping for this year, you will want to keep reading to learn more about the dark chocolate…
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Bordeaux in Boston: A Special Wine Dinner
Learning about Graves-Sauternes Wines Last week I attended a special wine dinner at Catalyst in Cambridge. Hosted by Graves-Sauternes, we tried lots of amazing wines all paired with the amazing menu at Catalyst. The four-course meal was created by Chef William Kovel and the guided tasting was led by local Boston wine expert Nick Daddona.…
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3 Tips for the Perfect Summer Cookout
Summertime is officially here, which means it is also time for backyard cookouts! I know the first cookout of the summer can be stressful, so we put together our top tips for throwing the perfect backyard cookout this season. Keep reading for our top BBQ tips. 1) Use Hero Bread With health and wellness, the…
