liquor snob

Last week, FabSugar and I went to an Elle party at the new Rugby by Ralph Lauren store. The place was packed and the music was bumping, but most importantly the cocktails were flowing freely. Besides your standard white wine by the glass, pitchers of a cool green cocktail were being poured. Served in a stemless martini glass, these cucumber cocktails went down like water. The green color is festive and fun for a Christmas or St. Patrick's Day party. It's easy to mix a big pitcher of these babies, making them perfect for a large event. Take a look at the recipe when you read more

Believe it or not, but you'll now be able to get your hands on absinthe in the US. It probably has the thujone (the supposed psychoactive portion) removed, but it clocks in at 124 proof which should still knock your socks off. - Liquor Snob

If you've ever been to a typical American college party, then you've probably had a Jello shot or two (or ten). Well the folks at Yebisu (a great Japanese beer) have created a beer based version. I wonder if it contains any alcohol or is just beer flavored... - Liquor Snob

• If an American Idol cooking challenge isn't enough Idol for you, check out the new McDonald's American Idol Happy Meal toys. - BuzzSugar
• Although the sous vide technique of cooking is catching on, you should not be using Ziploc bags. - Megnut
• New research is showing that alcohol may enhance strawberry's ability to mop up harmful molecules in cancer. What? Sign me up for a strawberry daiquiri! - Liquor Snob



• A recent study shows that chocolate is better than kissing. Hrmm... I don't know about that one. What do you think? Take MissPolli's poll on TeamSugar. - BBC News
• In case you've always wondered, check out the breakdown on whether or not a tomato is a fruit or a vegetable. - FitSugar
• Who would have thought that the words Pancake and Soup would go great together? - Delicious Days
• In anticipation of Singapore Day in New York's Central Park, here's a bunch of posts on food from Singapore. - Serious Eats
• Do you remember that energy drink (stupidly) called Cocaine? Looks like the FDA is making them change their name. - Martini Lounge
• And last, but not least, I am in serious need of this dish. Gingered Salmon Tartar with Radish and Green Apple on Prawn Crackers. - La Tartine Gourmande

• Discover the difference between Hershey's Kisses and Hershey's Chocolate Truffle Kisses. - Candyblog
• The Discovery Health channel is giving Nathan Lyon, from last year's The Next Food Network Star, his own show: A Lyon in the Kitchen (oh and it starts tonight). - Serious Eats
• I've recently discovered that I really enjoy parsnips and now I have a new recipe to try: parsnips boiled in sap. - Cookthink
• I love lamb. I love tagines. I especially love lamb tagines - Spiceblog



• Maybe I'll skip the baking this week and make some tasty, tasty salted butter and chocolate caramels instead. - Tartelette
• Now you can take your drink wherever you go, introducing liquor flask sandals from Reef. - Liquor Snob
• Unless you're a vegetarian, you're probably going to want a drool guard before looking at these German Beef Roulades. - What's For Lunch Honey
• Learn how to make Hot Cross Buns just in time for Easter. - Becks & Posh
• And finally, for weeks I've been meaning to point out the bacon alarm clock - now you can wake up to the smell of cooking bacon. - Daily Olive

• Even though I'm sure this chocolate cake is rich and decadent, there's something about it that looks light and airy. I suppose that's why it's called the lighter-than-air chocolate cake. - Smitten Kitchen
• Chocoholics beware, it appears that there may be a global chocolate shortage in the immediate future. - Serious Eats
• Did you know you could make your own cheese in 30-minutes? - Never Bashful With Butter
• Bay Area foodies, you're in luck - Shuna's holding two new classes this spring. Knife Skills and Seasonal Fruit. I wish I could take the knife skills one, and hopefully I'll remember to sign up for the fruit one. - Eggbeater
• Ten absinthes in two hours, now that sounds like my kind of Sunday morning. - Chow
• We've all got home improvement projects we'd like to do, why not build a home bar? - Liquor Snob
• Nothing more to say about this, it's a Daikon that looks like a foot. - Neatorama
• And finally, in the world of, this is interesting, but not interesting enough to devote more than a few lines to, Hooters is opening up a branch in Israel. - USA Today

• It's finally official, Ben & Jerry's Stephen Colbert inspired Americone Dream launched last night. Check out the video clip and promotional pictures. - BuzzSugar



• I can't seem to get enough of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival coverage. Especially when it has a fun recap like this one (behind the bash photos and more), makes me really wish I'd been there.- Food Network Addict
• Fer Food breaks down the difference between a yam and a sweet potato. - via Tastespotting
• New York Magazine asked four members of the fashion community (two models, an editor, and a show producer) to keep food diaries during fashion week. Interesting how the model eats more than the editor. - via Serious Eats



• Does the flame in a Flaming Dr. Pepper, really bring anything to the party? - Liquor Snob
• Leave it to the BBC to bring us Kill It, Cook It, Eat It, a program designed to "bring together the two key moments... the death of the animal and the eating of its meat."- Megnut
• Who knows what sort of stuff you'll find when you look for food related things on youtube. Would you have stumbled upon Elton John composing Oven-Instruction Music? - The Amateur Gourmet

• Whole Foods continues its organic world domination by acquiring Wild Oats Markets - MarketWatch via Tastespotting
• Who knows Italian pasta sauce better than five Italian grandmothers? No one, that's why they got to blind taste test 16 different store bought sauces. - Serious Eats
• Learn how to Make the Perfect Caiprinha. - Liquor Snob



• I've had a neglected scone pan sitting in my cupboard for months, this beautiful strawberry scone doesn't call for a special pan, but maybe it will be a bonus excuse to use it. - Orangette
• Does catering to your kid's picky tastes ruin them for life? Will they have weight issues and horrible palates? - Chow
• Dang, New York City does have everything. This time it's an entire restaurant devoted to Mac & Cheese. - Gastrokid
• The O.C. ends tonight, and if you're wondering what to serve at your finale watching party, then wonder no more. - EW.com

• Be sure to check out the battle between Martha Stewart's and Amy Sedaris's vanilla cupcakes. Sometimes the beautiful ones don't always win. - Cupcake Bakeshop
• If you've become overwhelmed by all of the chocolate desserts that the Valentine's season offers, then give these scrumptious Sour Cream Lemon Bars a try. - Baking Sheet
• Sometimes the most simple dish can win over all of your guests. If you're looking for something delicious that will do the trick, try these Chicken Breasts Braised with Hard Cider & Parsnips. - The Amateur Gourmet
• Either you love Valentine's Day, or you hate it. Either way you can get a tasty meal. - Chow



• If you've ever found yourself wondering what happened to Stephen Asprinio from Top Chef Season 1, then wonder no longer. He's opening up both an "ultra-modern" wine boutique and a contemporary Tuscan restaurant. - Slashfood
• I'll let it be known now, I have a serious weak spot for fried eggs, that's why this Southern Fried Eggs "Benedict" is going to get devoured this weekend. - The Delicious Life
• What's a holiday without specialty drinks? If you need a few more ideas, check out these flirty drinks. - Liquor Snob

• An amazingly creative "Ot-Ot" soup (carrots and pluots). I hope it tastes as devine as her photo of it looks. - Becks & Posh
• Got Pot? Milk made from hemp seeds will hit the stores in Canada early this year. - Slashfood



• Prepackaged shots of vanilla vodka mixed with schnapps, seem too dangerous for me. - Liquor Snob
• There's just something fantastic about soft boiled eggs, but if you don't have an egg cup, they're nearly impossible to eat. I think I'm going to have to run out and buy these guys. - Kitchen Contraptions
• Coffee with a kick! Meth Coffee just launched, it's a super caffeinated brew, containing Yerba Mate (an herb loaded with caffeine). - Single Serve Espresso



• I love a great tomato sauce. This one for a Basic Tomato Sauce looks absolutely gorgeous. Elise's gorgeous photo says it all. - Simply Recipes