Many of us who are trying to lose weight and get healthy often associate drinking alcoholic beverages in general as bad for our health. However, when you stick to moderate amounts of booze (generally considered a glass or two daily), beer actually can provide many health … [Read more...]
Heart To Heart: A Holistic Look At Alcohol And Health
Centuries old health claims once named vodka the “elixir of lifeâ€, but current health studies indicate that this may be a bit of a stretch. Alcohol may play some role in aiding heart health and reducing diabetes risk, but even in those cases the studies aren’t calling for … [Read more...]
Cooking Is An Art, Share It
You may not see a plate of food sitting on a table in an art gallery like Park West Gallery, but cooking is an art. The culinary arts are so named but it takes an artistic ability to create the perfect plate. It isn’t just about cooking though, there is more to it than the mere … [Read more...]
Keeping Your Wine Cool for an Optimum Experience
The term, "wine cellar" has more meaning for maintaining the beverage than simply because it's an out of the way location to safely store bottles. The cellar was traditionally the ideal location to store wine for two very important reasons: protection from sunlight and steady … [Read more...]
Great Food and Drinks at a Barbecue
As the weather turns in our favor, it’s time to take the tarp off of the barbecue and call up a few friends. If you fancy yourself to be a grillmaster, this is your time to shine. The perfect barbecue is all about good food, good beer, and good friends. As far as good … [Read more...]
Strawberry Coconut Daiquiri
 Living in the city means that you have to keep up with the fast paced lifestyle most people have, which is the reason why once in a while we take a break to get away from it all. This quick and easy cocktail recipe reminds me of just that. Each refreshing sip transports me to … [Read more...]
Chili Mojito
Have you ever heard of tequila shots with tabasco sauce? Apparently some people like taking alcoholic drinks to the next level, which is why I decided to choose a recipe that would serve the same purpose only that its taste is a bit lighter. The hot chili flakes is an interesting … [Read more...]
Vodka the Elixir of Life
Photo Courtesy Of: dmitri_krendelev “There are only two absolutes in life: friends and vodka. And the best times usually involve both†– Unknown For those who don't know, yesterday (October 4th) was National Vodka Day.  This famous drink is considered as the national … [Read more...]
Pink Lemonade Punch
This refreshing drink is perfect for hot days. Feel free to add as much fruit as you like. It is also a good idea to include some cucumber slices to make it more refreshing than it already is. Apple cider or light sparkling wine instead of soda water is another option. I would … [Read more...]
Margaritas : A Last Toast to a fun Summer
Well, summer must be just about out the door now as all this rain hasn’t stopped for the past few days. Good bye summer sun and hello rain puddles! I have only hit the beach once this season and that certainly sounds kinda sad being a local in an archipelago that has 7,100 … [Read more...]
Apple Mint Iced Tea
It’s been scorching hot these past few days. So I’ve been drinking a lot of refreshing drinks. Apart from those drinks you can buy in the supermarket, this recipe is surely on top of my list. It is easy to make and definitely good. You can even prepare a batch for storing in … [Read more...]
Bloody Caesar: Lunch in a glass!
After a Friday night of epic rampage, I have often wondered why my hangovers last for 2 days now. I must be getting old. Ha! It escapes me as to how I have managed to survive my party days just a few years ago when  I can be drunk, hung over and still go to work all in the same … [Read more...]
Sangria Para Siempre !
There’s nothing like a sunny day in your backyard with the barbecue pit smokin’, a floppy hat, some good tunes and a nice tall ice cold cocktail. If you’ve got a pool to go with it, then aren’t you just a lucky soul... if you don’t, there’s always that good ole … [Read more...]
Affogato
Affogato is an Italian dessert that is made of ice cream and coffee. There are variations that also use Amaretto or other liqueurs and sometimes toppings like nuts. It is easy to prepare but extremely delicious. Here’s a recipe based on Giada de Laurentiis, but with a … [Read more...]
Bubble Tea
Bubble tea is a refreshing and healthy drink that everyone can enjoy. It comes in different flavors, but nothing beats this simple recipe that uses tea. Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 English breakfast tea bags 2 tablespoons caster sugar 1 cup boiling water 1/4 … [Read more...]
Watermelon Mai Tai
Watermelons are delicious fruits that contain vitamin C and beta carotene. This fruit contains a lot of water that is why it is refreshing when chilled or taken as a fruit shake. The rind is normally discarded, but in China it is eaten pickled, stewed and … [Read more...]
Raspberry Lemonade
Raspberries have antioxidants and they are rich in vitamin C and Vitamin B 1-3. They also contain folic acid, magnesium and many more. This is a refreshing drink you can have on a hot day. Lemonade is a common drink, but feel free to mix it with other fruits to make … [Read more...]
Coffee Banana Shake
I recently discovered that having fresh fruits for breakfast on an empty stomach reduced my cravings during the day. Since then, I usually have fruit shakes or eat fresh fruit in the morning and then I would eat delicious breakfast meals for brunch. Here's a healthy and … [Read more...]
Jamie Oliver’s Awesome Pomegranate Cocktails
I personally like Jamie Oliver's style and how simple he talks about cooking. He always makes use of fruits or ingredients that are in season. For this month of love, he chose pomegranates. It is a berry that has the qualities of a citrus fruit as well. So here are some cocktail … [Read more...]
Luscious Cocktails
Since Valentines is coming up. It would be good to whip up some delicious cocktails for your loved ones. Here are some cocktail recipes you can try. Enjoy! Sinful Chocolate Martini Ingredients: 1/2 oz Vanilla vodka 1/2 oz Kahlua 1/2 oz Baileys Irish Cream 1/2 oz … [Read more...]
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