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Looking for a unique way to incorporate the Christmas themed cocktails with your holiday menu? Candy canes are one Christmas themed food that can be incorporated into a variety of different cocktails. If you are on the lookout for ways to make a candy cane cocktail, try the options below. Peppermint White Christmas Ingredients: 2 Candy Canes White Creame de Cocoa Champagne Peppermint White Christmas is an iconic winter themed drink that has become popular owing to the rising prominence of this drink on social media pages that are dedicated to cocktails and Christmas themed food. To start off this drink,…

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There is no denying that maple syrup is terrific on pancakes, but it can also add a unique flavoring and zest to a wide variety of dishes, by making boring foods exciting. Here are some mouthwatering ways to use maple syrup. Pies Maple syrup can enhanse the flavor of your pies, the way nutmeg and cinnamon can. You can add maple syrup directly into the pie as a replacement for molasses or you can drizzle it on top of the crust. If you are really feeling decadent, you can even make a maple syrup pie. Bacon Bacon candied with maple…

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The Daiquiri is a cool and refreshing cocktail that is made with rum, lime, and sugar or simple syrup. While the original recipe is rather basic, there have been many variations of this classic drink. Every year on July 19th this iconic cocktail is celebrated on National Daiquiri Day. Drinking establishments and home mixologists whip up their favorite versions of the icy cold daiquiri to honor the day. This cocktail is especially enjoyed during the dog days of summer when the air is hot and humid. Daiquiris can be made two ways. The first involves using a cocktail shaker or…

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The 4th of July is a great time to get together with friends and family for some great food and beverages. Several mixed cocktails feature red, white, and blue ingredients, perfect for a festive and fun 4th of July party or celebration. Make these 4th of July themed cocktail recipes for your Independence Day celebration. Red, White, and Blue Shot Recipe Ingredients • 1/2 Ounce of Blue Curacao • 1/2 Ounce of Grenadine • 1/2 Ounce of Peach Vodka Instructions 1. Take out a 1.5-ounce shot glass and set it on a flat kitchen surface. 2. Pour the grenadine layer…

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Prosecco is Italy’s answer to Champagne, it tastes sweeter, making it an excellent sparkling wine for a celebrations. If you’re looking for some Prosecco cocktail ideas, try the recipes below. A Little About Prosecco While Champagne tends to be dry, Prosecco is all fruit and flower. The fruity, blossomy aromas of Prosecco make it an excellent choice to pair with sweet appetizers and cured meats, as well as with Asian dishes, like sushi. Simple Syrup Recipe Simple syrup is basically sugar water and it’s super easy to make. Ingredients: • 1 c. sugar • 1 c. water Instructions: 1. Add…

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With summer right around the corner, many people are already beginning to think about large cookout menus and all the alcoholic drinks to accompany them. What could possibly be better than a tall glass of icy cold lemonade on a hot summer day? Why boozy lemonade, of course! This refreshing cocktail should be at the top of every hosts drink wish list. Wow party attendees with beautiful boozy beverages, pour a big tall glass, sit in the sun and relax. Choose the Type of Alcohol Give this cocktail your own personal flair with a base of lemonade and the liquor…

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Join us for Nothing Wasted, an evening of beer and food aimed at combating food waste and hunger. Seven Long Island breweries will be serving beers that were brewed with leftover bagels from the Long Island Bagel Cafe. Local restaurants will be serving food to compliment the bagel beers. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Island Harvest and Rescuing Leftover Cuisine. Tickets include unlimited beer and food tastings. Featuring Bagel Beers from Barrage Brewing Co. (Farmingdale) Blind Bat Brewery (Centerport) The Brewers Collective Beer Co. (Bay Shore) Greenport Harbor Brewing Co. (Greenport/Peconic) Sand City Brewing Co. (Northport)…

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Brunch with your girlfriends is a great way to relax, catch up with old friends and enjoy a fabulous meal at the same time. If you’re hosting a brunch, you’ll want a few recipes that are easy yet elegant, so you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your friends. When planning a brunch, you’ll want to think carefully about all the courses that you’re going to serve. It’s a good idea to offer at least two appetizers, a choice of main courses, dessert and at least two cocktails that can help kick the party off. But…

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