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In the process of declaring 10 regional dishes you must try this July, I discovered a shocking amount of specialties, from banana splits to stromboli, have their roots in various towns across America. For a little extra fun, I'm going to list a dish, and ask you to guess where each beloved culinary pastime got its start. Ready? Let's begin. Take the Quiz Read more
After finding this recipe for a Long Irish Iced Tea a few weeks ago, I had the hankering for the strong, original cocktail that has inspired so many variations. These highballs are great for Summer sippin', but don't let the name fool you: Long Island Iced Tea isn't actually made with tea. It was most likely named because of its resemblance to tea and lemony flavor. This dangerous drink is a Read more
Beer and football go together like peanut butter and jelly. You must have beer at your Super Bowl party. If you are playing a football-related drinking game — everyone choose a player, each time that player comes into contact with the ball you drink, if he fumbles or scores you chug! — stock up on a bunch of bottles and ice to keep them cold. Have water and sodas on hand for those who choose Read more
Which drink contains more calories - a Mint Julep or a Long Island Iced Tea? Mint Julep Long Island Iced Tea Read more
Just how many calories are in that mojito and mozzarella stick? Check out the chart below before heading out after work so you can keep your happy hour, happy. Let's start with the drinks first and then move on to the food. Drink Serving Size Calories Fat (g) Sodium (mg) Carbs (g) Apple Martini 2.5 oz. 175 0 0 8.5 Budweiser Beer 12 oz. 147 0 0 10.7 Bud Light 12 Read more
Fancy hotels have the best lobby bars: big comfy seats, a bartender that's dressed for success, a creative cocktail list, and best of all — the snacks! The nicer the hotel, the better the snacks, so for every drink I down, I'm liable to eat an entire bowl of nuts, pretzels, olives, or trail mix. But how dangerous are those delicious snacks that taste scrumptious with our mojito? If a Long Read more
