June 2012

A Lillet Wine Cocktail

A Lillet Wine Cocktail

June 22, 2012
Every party needs a signature cocktail, and I can’t think of anything better than a cocktail that starts with Lillet and ends with Sancerre with a little Cognac and Cointreau in between. Lillet is a slightly sweet fortified wine-blend with floral and citrus notes. In France it is usually served [...]
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The Sherry Noisette Apéritif

The Sherry Noisette Apéritif

June 1, 2012
Every celebration calls for something special to toast the occasion and begin an evening of merriment, and a sherry apéritif with a touch of toasty hazelnut and a hint of orange is just the cocktail to get the party started. An apéritif is a cocktail that is served before the meal intended to stimulate the [...]
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Anchovy Toasts with Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic, & Thyme

Anchovy Toasts with Chickpea Puree, Roasted Garlic, & Thyme

June 1, 2012
Every apéritif needs a little salty nibble to be complete, but don’t let the thought of anchovy deter you from this umami-rich canapé that will make your taste-buds glad you gave in. Roasting the garlic transforms it from deliciously offensive to sweet and mellow deliciousness. The anchovy adds a salty balance [...]
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