Watermelon is the star of summer. It's sweet juiciness make it perfect for shakes, smoothies and juices galore. For a more fun and adult way to enjoy watermelon, check out this watermelon granita! Ingredients  1 1/4 cup watermelon, frozen and deseeded 4 shots Vodka 1/2 cup watermelon juice or coconut water 1tsp mint extract honey, … Continue reading Watermelon Mint Granita →

Step aside watermelon, Lychee is the new fruit in town. These pretty packages provide a sweet, juicy burst of tropical flavor with each bite. Its borderline syrupy nature is refreshing on its own, but why settle for the kids version? Make this Lychee martini! [ recipe title= "Lychee Martini" Servings- 4] Ingredients  16 lychees, frozen … Continue reading Lychee Martini →

Hi!!! I'm back! I hope everyone had an amazing Christmas with full of family, fun and ...of course... FOOD! 2020 is less than 4 days away. Seriously, where has the time gone?! But... before diving headfirst into those resolutions, there's room for (a few) more indulgence right? 😉 Well, I'm here to help. This creamy … Continue reading Recipe Post: The Black Forest →

Hi!!! I hope everyone's having a great (not too stressful) time getting into the holiday spirit! But, of course, when the times do get stressful, there's nothing like a nice cocktail to take the edge off. Well, winter drinks come with some complications: there's the hard choice between dessert and a drink; there's also the … Continue reading Warm Winter Cocktails →

Pumpkin is the essence of Fall. Of course, it's not fall anymore, but the Pumpkin Spice Latte never gets old. Also, now that Christmas drinks have replaced the PSL in Starbucks, here's a way to get a fix with an added twist. Ingredients  4 cup milk of choice 1/2 cup pumpkin puree, warmed nutmeg cinnamon … Continue reading Recipe Post: Rum Pumpkin Spice Latte →

Think hot chocolate is for kids? Think again. This upgraded hot chocolate is the perfect treat that'll surely bring up those precious, comforting childhood memories. Enjoy! Oh, and see if anyone can guess the "secret ingredient." Ingredients  4 cups milk of choice 2tbsp cocoa powder 4tbsp nutella, softened 4 shots burbon 1tsp peppermint extract Whipped … Continue reading Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate →

Hi!! Since my early decision apps are done, I have some extra time this week. More time= More food right?. Usually, yes, but I'm switching things up a bit this week. How about a drink?! Beer Latte anyone? I'll admit, this idea isn't mine. The idea may be Starbuck's, but that didn't mean I couldn't … Continue reading Recipe Post: Beer Latte →

Although Shanghai is and always will be my home, I spent the first 11 years of my life in Memphis. I didn't appreciate the mosquitoes or music (am I the only one), but I sure loved the obligatory gallons of sweet tea and lemonade. Turns out, the adults got to add another dimension- a generous … Continue reading Recipe Post: Spiked Sweet Tea →