Feb 1, 2021 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists
There once was a time when I thought a frozen bucket of margarita mix was home bartending at its best. I used to get overwhelmed by making cocktails with more than two ingredients. If you enjoy cocktails out, why not make them at home? While your house may lack the... 
Jan 29, 2021 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists
If you’re here, you’ve likely been experimenting with making cocktails a lot over the past year. Thanks to many talented bartenders and photographers, we’ve been entertained with great YouTube videos, virtual cocktail classes, and cocktail blogs.... 
May 26, 2020 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home
I know it’s only May, but this year has already seen an amazing number of quality cocktail books. From bartenders around the world, my list of books was getting so good, I had to share it with you. Now, just to be clear, I am not the kind of person who likes... 
Dec 28, 2019 | books, cocktails, cocktails at home, lists
With so many amazing cocktail books coming out recently (including 2020), it can be hard to decide what to buy. Luckily, I’ve purchased quite a few and have looked through many more. I think great cocktail books bring the reader more than recipes and amazing... 
Jan 2, 2018 | Banff, books, Canada, food, gin, shop local, vodka, whiskey
On New Year’s Eve, we went to Park Distillery for a five-course meal and live music. The distillery makes gin, vodka, and rye whiskey. We booked too late for a table, but had two nice seats at the bar with a great view of the scotches and whiskeys. Some of...
