The weather is finally turning colder, the snow is falling and the slopes are open. This is Colorado, and a flurry of winter activities are literally at your doorstep. From sledding to snowshoeing to skiing, you’re bound to find something you’ll enjoy. But I’m not here to talk about that. I’d prefer to focus on what comes at the end of the day. Known around the world as Après (French …continue…
It’s been…a very long time since we posted. To be fair a lot has happened. Most notably, we got pregnant and now have another little one running around. Well, maybe not running yet, but you get the idea. But with Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s time we brushed off the computer and shared some thoughts about how to be a thoughtful guest at Turkey Day. If you’ve been invited somewhere for …continue…
I’ve been experimenting a lot with homemade shrubs lately in my cocktails. For those not familiar, a shrub is an old-fashioned way of preserving fruit by macerating it with sugar and then adding vinegar. Shrubs have been experiencing a bit of a resurgence in the craft cocktail world lately and I’ve been having fun making my own at home and then figuring out ways to incorporate them into cocktails. …continue…
Thanksgiving. That wonderful day when you’re encouraged to overindulge in those things worth indulging in: family, friends, food and drink. I suspect in most homes, wine gets the center spot at the dinner table. But this year, why not give beer a chance at the spotlight? Thanksgiving is a long day, so lets break this down step by step. If you’re going to start early, I suggest you stick to …continue…