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Happy Hour: Cranberry Margarita

partysugar — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:00:46 -0800

While I'm a fan of the classic margarita, during November, I like to enjoy its Thanksgiving-themed cousin, the cranberry margarita. It's surprising how much the addition of cranberry juice changes the flavor of the tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice cocktail. It's festive and familiar, but potent with a rich autumnal hue. Instead of craving tortilla chips and guacamole, I found myself wanting something elegant and savory. Thus, I paired the cran marg with a warm crab dip. Shake and serve straight up, or pour over ice, like I did. To check out the recipe, which is perfect for a party, read more.

Cranberry Margarita
From Bobby Flay

Ingredients

2 cups tequila
1 1/3 cups cranberry juice
1 cup orange-flavored liqueur (triple sec of Cointreau)
2/3 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice

Directions

Combine the tequila, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and lime juice in a large pitcher. Shake over ice.
Strain into margarita glasses or low cocktail flutes. Alternately, strain into low tumblers filled with ice.

Serves 10.

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Frozen Blended Drinks: Love Them or Leave Them?

partysugar — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:00:18 -0700

I'm a fan of just about every type of cocktail, be it a tiki drink, modern classic, or wine-based concoction. However, I'm not too crazy for frozen cocktails like blended margaritas and strawberry daiquiris.

Sure, I enjoy the occasional piña colada poolside, but when it comes to frozen drinks, I normally stay away. They're sugary, too filling, and brain-freeze inducing.

How do you feel about them?

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Come Party With Me: Annabelle's Birthday - Drinks

partysugar — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 12:50:27 -0700

Since many dogs will be in attendance at Annabelle's birthday party, hostess FabSugar will be sure to place several water bowls around her backyard. These will need to be refilled frequently and I've volunteered to make sure that each bowl has water.

There will be water (both sparkling and still) for the people, too, and endless batches of icy-cold blended margaritas. This recipe uses a mixture of freshly squeezed lemon and lime juice, resulting in a drink that is wildly tart. Don't bother using the most expensive tequila, an affordable tequila works better in margaritas. To look at the recipe, read more.

Iced Margaritas
From Martha Stewart

Ingredients

1/2 cup coarse salt
1/2 cup (about 4 limes) freshly squeezed lime juice, plus 1 lime cut in half for the glasses
2 tablespoons (about 1 lemon) freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup triple sec
1 white tequila

Directions

Pour the salt onto a small plate; set aside.
Rub the outside rim of each glass with the cut lime. Dip each glass into the reserved salt; set aside.
Place lime juice, lemon juice, triple sec, and 3 cups ice in a blender, and puree on low speed until completely blended.
Add tequila and blend for 2 seconds. Pour margaritas into the reserved glasses, over ice, and serve immediately.

Serves 6.

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Do You Like Margaritas With a Salted Rim?

partysugar — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 12:50:05 -0700

Yummy Links: From Margaritas to Tom Colicchio

partysugar — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:00:46 -0700

A simple tip for keeping your blended margarita colder longer. - Chow
Speaking of margaritas, here are ten unique flavors to experiment with. - Hostess with the Mostess
Pinkberry, the frozen yogurt chain, announces plans to expand in the Bay Area and the Middle East. - Eater SF
Catch up with New York City's ex-Top Chef contestants. - The New York Times
Only the trailer has been released, but the movie Julie and Julia is already getting criticized. - Eat me daily
What Obama's first 100 days as president mean to serious eaters. - Serious Eats
Find out what's inside actress Jennifer Garner's kitchen. - Bon Appétit
Tom Colicchio talks guitars, tuna, and tequila. - The NYT Magazine

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Off to Market Recap: Margarita Glasses

partysugar — Mon, 04 May 2009 06:50:21 -0700

Cinco de Mayo is manana and I plan on celebrating by whipping up a batch of margaritas for my girlfriends. However, the only margarita glasses I own are oversized and more suited for serving dips than sipping tequila. That's why I asked you to help me by searching the Internet for margarita glasses. You looked for festive glasses that I can use through Spring into Summer. You bookmarked your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Margarita Glasses. How fabulous are these two-toned glasses? The tropical colors bring to mind the Mexican coast at sunset!

Thank you Bengalspice for finding these delightful dishwasher-safe glasses. For more glasses, browse the collection below.

Geeksugar has put together an article that explains how to bookmark on TeamSugar. Check it out for more details!

8 Dishes That Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

partysugar — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 03:50:45 -0700

Cinco de Mayo is next Tuesday and I plan on cooking up a Mexican fiesta this weekend! If I can throw together a party in the office, you can certainly whip up your own celebration at home. For inspiration, I've rounded up my favorite dishes. From margaritas to nachos, here is everything you need para celebrar el Cinco de Mayo!

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Off to Market: Margarita Glasses

partysugar — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 06:50:52 -0700

Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and I plan on celebrating by whipping up a batch of margaritas for my girlfriends. However, the only margarita glasses I own are oversized and more suited for serving dips than sipping tequila. You know what that means: it's time to head off to market in search of margarita glasses. Look for festive glasses that I can use through Spring into Summer. Bookmark your discoveries in the Yum Market on TeamSugar with the keyword tag, Margarita Glasses. I appreciate your searching skills!

To learn how the bookmarking feature functions, please refer to geeksugar's explanation.

To get you started, check out a list of my favorite online stores and read more

Bed Bath & Beyond
CB2
Cooking.com
Crate & Barrel
Ikea
Linens and Things
NapaStyle
Pier 1
Plum Party
Pottery Barn
Sur La Table
Target
Restoration Hardware
Williams Sonoma
Wishing Fish
World Market

Raise Your Glass and Cheers to the Margarita!

partysugar — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 05:50:08 -0800

Yesterday was not only the 81st Academy Awards, but it was also National Margarita Day. Naturally a day that celebrates one of America's most beloved drinks deserves a fun quiz! How much do you know about the lime and tequila libation? Find out now!

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Happy Hour: Jalapeño Margarita

partysugar — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 16:00:15 -0800

Since my mom's favorite drink is the margarita, I'm always looking for new recipes to experiment with. While the classic combination of tequila, orange liquor, and lime juice is delicious, it's exciting to try different variations. When I saw this recipe for a "margarita with a twist" in the new Food Network magazine, I knew it would be perfect for Super Bowl Sunday. Watch out though: It packs a spicy punch! The ingredient that provides the twist (and the heat) is jalapeño. For a brighter green color, use white tequila instead of the gold. I prefer my margs on the rocks, but if you enjoy them blended, by all means, blend it! To look at this refreshing recipe, read more.

Jalapeno Margarita
From Food Network Magazine

Ingredients

1 thin slice of jalapeno
handful of celery leaves
6 ounces lime juice
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar
16 ounces tequila
8 ounces orange liqueur
ice, lime wedges

Directions

Pulse jalapeno, celery leaves, fresh lime juice, and sugar in a blender. Mix with tequila and orange liqueur in a pitcher; chill.
Serve on the rocks in salt-rimmed glasses with lime wedges.

Serves 8-10.

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