Happy Hour {Empress Royal Hawaiian}

Happy Friday! We’ve made it to week six in quarantine. Today I’m sharing another gorgeous and delicious Empress gin cocktail! As noted when I kicked off my happy hour series last week, I’m not a regular gin drinker, but I have thoroughly enjoyed the Empress recipes. Without further ado, I present the Empress Royal Hawaiian!… Read More

I Love {Post Meridiem Cocktails in a Can}

Now that I have my Halloween tour behind me, I am excited to switch gears and share some fun, easy, delicious cocktails!! I first found Post Meridiem at the checkout at my local package store and had to give them a try. There are five different cocktails (Old Fashioned not pictured). They use all authentic… Read More

My Favorite “Foolproof” Appetizers

I lovemaking new things, both for my family and when entertaining, but it’s great to have a few tried and true recipes that you know will turn out great every time. I have made both of these “foolproof” appetizers for years – jalapeno cheddar crackers and caramelized bacon. Not only are they delicious, but I… Read More

Daily Delight {Cocktails on the Porch}

With perpetually busy schedules, it seems like impromptu girlfriend gatherings are better these days than trying to coordinate a date well in advance.  A few weeks back I invited my neighbors over for Friday happy hour just a few hours in advance.  I wanted to share some tips and tricks for how to pretty effortlessly… Read More