Today I have some festive holiday cocktail recipes from Pernod Absinthe. They will put the green in your red and green this holiday season with their festive names and colors. With names like The Grinch and The Green Fairy they’re sure to add to the conversation at your holiday party this year. Make one of these your signature holiday drink and make a whole pitcher full to serve to your party guests. La Canne Creuse 2 parts Calvados 1/2 part Pernod Absinthe 1/2 part Punt e Mes 2 dashes Angostura bitters Orange twist Combine ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice, and stir until well chilled. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with the orange twist. The Grinch 1 part Pernod Absinthe ½ Part Simple Syrup ½ part lemon... [Read more]

Today I have the winner of the Paula Deen Bakeware. I want to thank everyone who participated in the contest. It was great fun reading what everyone had to say. I want to say a huge thank you to Walmart for sponsoring the contest. Now lets get to the winner! The winner was chosen by Random.org. Congratulations Pamela to who says, “I would actually give this to my grandma. All of her dishes / pans are very old and she still does all of the holiday baking. She would love to see something like this under her Christmas Tree.” Thank you Pamela for participating in the contest! I’ll be contacting you in the next day or so to find out where to send the Paula Deen Bakeware. Thank you to everyone who participated! I’m sure I’ll have... [Read more]

If you’re looking for a holiday cocktail to add to your collection, here’s a yummy one from Zaya Rum. This recipe puts a new twist on a retro recipe, the Apple Jack Rabbit, which was originally introduced back in 1965. You can use this updated version as your holiday signature cocktail this year. Real maple syrup paired with the fresh mint will give it the perfect flavor for the season, and make snuggling up by the fireplace with friends to reflect on the last year a little toastier. ZAYA APPLE JACK RABBIT ½ oz Zaya Rum 1 oz Apple Brandy 3/4 oz Fresh Lemon Juice 2 oz Fresh Orange Juice ½ oz Maple Syrup Shake it all up and add a mint sprig and apple slices for garnish. This cocktail is a wonderful recipe to put your guests in... [Read more]

Today I have a couple soup recipes from Chef Ryan Scott that will warm you up and get you in the “spirit” of the season. A warm soup can be wonderful for a holiday party, or gathering together with friends to watch the big game. Bravo Top Chef Star Chef Ryan Scott put together a delicious chili and a mahi mahi soup recipe, both featuring rum, to help warm you inside and out this holiday season. Jamaican Jerk Rum Chili Chef Ryan Scott Yield: 8 cups So here is my Sunday fun day chili with a kick, nothing is better than adding rum and beer to a big pot of chili. In this recipe we have made the Jamaican jerk seasoning from scratch, but if you are not feeling adventurous on the day you are making this chili you can find ready made in... [Read more]

Fun and easy appetizers are the key to holiday season entertaining, so I thought I’d put together a list of some of my favorite holiday appetizer recipes to get you in the spirit. Go beyond the chips and dip, or cheese and crackers  to take your holiday party to the next level without a ton of fuss with these easy holiday appetizers that your friends and family can nibble on while they’re catching up on all the fun things that have happened to them over the last year. Here’s a roundup of 20 Easy, fun holiday appetizer recipes. Check them out and give your favorites a try. Taco Tartlets Cranberry Meatballs Holiday Appetizer Crab Puffs Crescent Trees Pine Cone Cheese Ball Guacamole and Bacon Canapes Won Ton Cups With Cream... [Read more]