From Faith: I know and fully appreciate how lucky I am—that I can call up our frequent contributor, Connecticut bartender Anthony DeSerio, and request that he make whatever’s floating around in my imagination. This time, boozy, fruit-based popsicles came to mind as an entertaining way to enjoy a cocktail with your friends; we think this could […]
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Alex’s Sangria Recipe
You can easily make Alex Province’s sangria recipe your own. Use a red, white, or even a rosé wine. As long as the wine is unoaked, you’ll have a tasty sangria. Add the brandy or leave it out. Use any fruit you like to infuse the sangria with flavor: apples, melon, limes, lemons, peaches. Anything with a rind would be good.
Cocktail: Fabulous Frozen Summer Punch
From Faith: Open your liquor cabinet and grab a bottle of your favorite spirit. Open the refrigerator and grab your favorite summer fruits. A little fresh mint and you have the makings of a fabulous frozen summer punch, thanks to our contributor, Anthony DeSerio. The fresh fruit flavor of this punch will make your guest think […]
Episode 3: Faith’s Food Adventure in Italy
(Cruise through episodes 1 and 2 for your next trip to Italy, or go with Faith on a food tour next year.) We spent the day in the ancient city of Asolo, then traveled down the road to the mind-altering Villa Barbaro, a 16th Century masterpiece created by the architect Andrea Palladio. Anyone can purchase […]
Episode 2: Faith’s Food Adventure in Italy
The hum from the stone patio was unmistakable, a mixture of Italian and rushing water. We were at an intimate outdoor restaurant in the heart of the walled city of Treviso, a half hour drive from Venice, and one of the best kept secrets in Italy. Our host, Treviso resident Vern Willey, whisked us straight […]
Episode 1: Faith’s Food Adventure in Italy
Oh, the packing! Slipping the last item in my bag, my swimsuit, I realize my dream food safari to the Venice region begins in just hours. I’m on a Food Schmooze® scouting trip, to locate the best places to eat, along with a few secret favorites known mostly to locals, including my friends there, so […]
