Oct 23, 2021 | city guides, cocktails, Croatia, Dubrovnik
As the title implies, it isn’t exactly easy to find a decent cocktail in Dubrovnik. The Balkans are still very much into their wines, which makes sense given how good they are. But, sometimes you just feel like a cocktail, or I do at least. When we visited... 
Oct 16, 2021 | city guides, cocktails, Kansas, Lawrence, rum
The first time I visited John Brown’s Underground, my husband declared it the best bar in the Midwest. We’ve lived in Kansas City for the past 20 years and we’ve been to all the notable local bars. Both in Kansas City, Missouri and on the Kansas side... 
Oct 9, 2021 | Chattanooga, city guides, Tennessee
When I changed day jobs almost six years ago, I started traveling to Chattanooga, TN a couple times a year. As I became friends with a couple of my co-workers there, I started going for fun as well. During the pandemic, I drove out twice and flew there for the first... 
Oct 4, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, recipe, rum
As I established in last year’s Fall cocktail post, I will pass on pumpkin spice but love everything apple. I grew up in Maine picking a variety of apples every fall. We would come home and turn them into pies, cobblers, and applesauce. I love an apple cider... 
Oct 2, 2021 | bourbon, Chattanooga, city guides, Tennessee, whiskey
I love a good distillery tour. Even if I don’t learn anything necessarily new, it’s still fun to get a glimpse behind the scenes. Plus, it gives more meaning to the tasting at the end. I have traveled to Chattanooga, TN a couple times a year for the past... 
Sep 21, 2021 | cocktails, lists
Back in July, I heard friends start talking about putting up their holiday decorations and calling it a year. Regardless of what holidays you celebrate, I think we can all agree that we could use a drink. Whether it’s a toast to better days ahead, or a quiet... 
Sep 18, 2021 | city guides, Croatia
Located in the Adriatic Sea, you’ll find the island of Hvar, Croatia. Known for its nightlife, it also has a more refined side. From pleasure yachts and luxury hotels to beaches, you’ll also find several great bars in Hvar for a cocktail. And, since I am a... 
Aug 24, 2021 | champagne, cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe
I have been a long-time fan of the French 75 cocktail. It’s classic, yet sophisticated, and is easy to make. You can sip one at brunch or in celebration of something big or small. I have yet to meet someone who doesn’t enjoy one. Even if people... 
Aug 18, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, recipe, tequila, vodka
I’m sure I’m not the first cocktail blogger to be skeptical of non-alcoholic spirits. I’ve tried a few in cocktails over the years with varying results. So far, I’ve liked the ones that don’t profess to be specifically mimicking a... 
Aug 12, 2021 | cocktails, cocktails at home, gin, mezcal, recipe, rum, tequila
I’ve always been a sucker for watermelon. I like the artificial flavor but fresh watermelon is best. It takes a little work to juice a watermelon but it’s so worth it. Summer isn’t official in my book until I am sipping on some watermelon cocktails....