Tag Archives: Beverages

Some of Our Favorite Treats and Drinks for the Holidays

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Mama

For the times they are a-changin’ – Bob Dylan The tree is decorated. The gifts are bought and wrapped. The cards and packages have been mailed. What’s left? Christmas Baking! We aren’t doing a family get together to bake Christmas … Continue reading →

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What’s Cookin’ – Citrus White Wine Spritzer

Posted on May 29, 2012 by Mama

Two drinks, popular in the 1980s, are making a comeback – sangrias and wine spritzers. I used to drink both of these beverages in the Summer – back in the day.  I ran across a few articles and recipes lately for some new … Continue reading →

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What’s Cookin’ – Hot Apple Cider

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Mama

A few days ago, I shared a recipe for Glühwein (hot mulled wine).  The recipe for hot apple cider is almost identical but since it is non-alcoholic, it is good for young and old alike. Apple cider is a common … Continue reading →

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What’s Cookin – Glühwein (Hot Mulled Wine)

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Mama

I love my son-in-law.  And not just because he’s married to my daughter.  He is a genuinely nice guy.  And he likes to cook.  In fact, he will be the lone guy at our annual Christmas Cookie Baking Day since … Continue reading →

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What’s Cookin’ – Bourbon Slushes

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Mama

I am not a big drinker.  We’ve had enough of those in our family.  I like to drink wine, and I will have one or two beers in a Summer season.  I rarely drink hard liquor. But, I do make … Continue reading →

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