…from the Perspectives’ Happy Hour BarHow you doin’? Before the pandemic we were eating in one of the fine, old restaurants in San Francisco when my guest asked the waiter, what is the best house cocktail? Being an older union waiter with an attitude he replied, gin on the rocks. I guess if we were looking for a creative mixologist we would be in the wrong place. He wasn’t kidding… the establishment was a no-frills bottle bar. No blenders or any kind of fancy contemporary equipment. So, it was gin and tonic. Today, barkeeps in almost every city hire creative mixologists that come up with some of the most inventive drinks ever using all sorts of unconventional ingredients. It’s a challenge I’m up for. With this recipe, I’m showing off my creative side with a hot charred chile, orange and prosecco which gives this spritz the fizz. The chile peppers give a bit of kick, but you can leave them out if you prefer. Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Yield: 6 cocktails Ingredients 1 large thinly sliced orange (6-slices) 6 long fresh red chile peppers 12 ounces Aperol 20 ounces Prosecco 6 ounces soda water Directions
ChefSecret: Aperol is an Italian aperitif made of bitter orange and, among other things, rhubarb. It's available at large bottle shops or online. Quip of the Day: People who wonder if the glass is half empty or half full miss the point. The glass is refillable. ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. #Cocktail #AperolSpritze #Prosecco #CharredHotChile #Cheers #HappyHour #2024 #T2T #URM #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2024
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…from the Perspectives’ Happy Hour Bar How you doin? Apple cider mimosas are so simple, refreshing, and festive! With fresh apple cider, bourbon, sparkling wine and a cinnamon sugar rim, they're the perfect winter cocktail for seasonal celebrations. They're easy to make, and they're ready in just 5 minutes! How to make an apple cider mimosa? It as easy as pie… Apple Cider Mimosas are festive and refreshing, making them perfect for special occasions or winter brunches. Here's how in just a couple of easy steps:
Like the classic mimosa, this apple cider cocktail pairs perfectly with pancakes, waffles, eggs and bacon for brunch. It's also a great pre-dinner drink with appetizers like baked brie or camembert. Prep time: 5 minutes Yield: 1 cocktail Ingredients 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar 2 ounces apple cider (or unfiltered apple juice) ½ ounce American bourbon 2 ounces sparkling wine 2 apple slices (to garnish) Directions
ChefSecret: Try something different and substitute the bourbon with nice spiced Caribbean rum. Quip of the Day: Drinking Mimosas is like taking a tropical vacation without leaving your breakfast nook! ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel to Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. #Cocktail #AppleCiderMimosa #Mimosa #AppleCider #Bourbon #SparklingWine #Cheers #HappyHour #2024 #T2T #URM #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2024 From the Perspectives’ Happy Hour BarHow you doin’? Happy New Year! A cold day brunch or chilly evening dessert wouldn’t be quite right without an Irish Coffee to jump start the festivities. I combine my cocktail ingredients into a glass or cup… coffee, orange juice, maple syrup, cream and flavorful spirits that provide a kick! As you will see, this riff is on The Classic is a little involved but, believe me, it’s sooo worth it! Ingredients 1 ounce Mozart White Chocolate Vanilla Cream 1 ounce Old Forester 86 Bourbon 1/2 Ounce Orange-Vanilla-Maple Elixir* Hot French-Press Coffee (or cold brew if iced) Espresso Whipped Cream** Directions
How To Make *Orange-Vanilla-Maple Elixir Ingredients The peels of 4 oranges 1 cup granulated sugar 1 vanilla bean, sliced down the middle 1 ounce real maple syrup (not pancake syrup) 1 ounce orange juice Directions
**How to Make Espresso Whipped Cream Ingredients 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon super-finely ground espresso (or instant espresso) Directions
ChefSecret: For a smaller amount or for whipped cream on the fly, add 3 ounces of heavy cream and 1/2 ounce of maple syrup and a pinch or two of espresso to a clean shaker tin. Drop in the spring from your strainer then shake it like you mean it for 30 to 60 seconds. Quip of the Day: My Irish Coffee is the perfect breakfast because it contains all five adult food groups: fat, sugar, caffeine, chocolate and alcohol. ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, be positive, stay well and drive safely. … from the Perspectives’ Holiday Happy Hour BarHow you doin’? Something tells me that you are scheming about New Year's Eve right now. You're plotting out a damn good time, and you want to know if there's something you can do with champagne besides drink it by the fluteful. The answer is YES! There is quite a lot you can do with champagne besides the obvious. There are any number of champagne cocktails that you can create to fit the mood. The following champagne cocktail recipe—or sparkling wine recipe (we’re not sticklers to the rules) will help you celebrate the victories big and small. Starting a new year is certainly a win, but so is meeting up with your mom for brunch or making bubbly cocktails for a game night with friends. There's no occasion too small for a champagne-and-something. When in doubt, use a dry brut champagne. And point the cork away from your loved ones' eyes and faces. Picture this for your New Years festivities—Flutes of Champagne cocktails are passed out by the armful on New Year’s Eve, but a more interesting flute is one with the addition of aromatic bitters and a sugar cube. This champagne cocktail—The Original Champagne Cocktail—twists the traditional just the right amount. Ingredients 1 sugar cube 2-3 dashes Angostura bitters Brut Champagne Fresh lemon twist Directions
ChefSecret: I like to use La Perruche rough cut cubes of pure cane golden brown sugar which are appreciated by foodies for their traditional shape and authentic taste. La Perruche origins date back to the 19th century in Nantes (then a major port for agricultural commodities from the Americas); they are a renowned producer of premium sugar. Quip of the Day: I’m gonna order a pizza from Dominos five minutes before the new year and when they arrive, I will say, “I ordered this a year ago!” Then I’ll get it free. ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America, Tunnel To Towers, Union Rescue Mission and/or American Red Cross. Wishing you all a Fantastically Happy New Year! #Cocktail #HappyHour #Champagne #ChampagneCocktail #AngosturaBitters #LaPerruce #SugarCube #HappyNewYear #Cheers#Holidays2023 #2023 #QuarantineKitchen #Covid19 #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2023 From the Perspectives’ Holiday Happy Hour BarHow you doin’? I want to talk about Eggnog—not the store bought stuff—the eggnog you make yourself. It’s really not that hard. Eggnog is a holiday staple that has been gracing glasses for centuries. It’s made of eggs, cream, sugar, spice and a spirit, but within that definition lies a lot of room for experimentation. Eggnog can be consumed hot or cold. Some people make it with bourbon, some with rum, while others choose cognac or sherry or a combination of spirits. Many recipes suggest shaking the ingredients with ice, while others treat the drink more like a baked good, enlisting bowls, whisks and spatulas to whip and combine eggs. There’s not one right way to make Eggnog, but if you’re going to follow someone’s lead, you might as well follow my lead—I’ve been doing this for years. My Eggnog recipe features a split between bourbon and spiced rum. The ingredients are simple—spirits, eggs, sugar, milk and cream—but the procedure requires a few steps. Egg whites and yolks are separated and mixed with the other ingredients, then eventually combined, yielding a fluffy, richer version of the drink. Make a batch for the holidays as a sweet and creamy treat for yourself and your guests. This recipe yields 12 servings, so once the punch bowl is filled, set out cups and a ladle, and then sit back and relax. Your job is done. Prep time: allow 20 minutes Yield: 12 servings Ingredients 6 large, pasteurized eggs, separated (you can buy pasteurized eggs in most grocery stores, or you do it yourself—see the ChefSecret below) 3/4 cup granulated sugar, divided 8 ounces bourbon 4 ounces spiced rum 1 quart whole milk 1 pint heavy cream Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg and a cinnamon stick Directions
RAW EGG WARNING Consuming raw and lightly cooked eggs poses a risk of food-borne illness. ChefSecret: How to Pasteurize Eggs
Quip of the Day: Q. Why are Christians boycotting eggnog this year? A. They heard that if you drink it, you become eggnostic. ------------------------------------------- Do you have a question or comment? Send your thoughts to ed@perspectives-la.com. All recipes and cooking tips are posted on our website https://www.perspectives-la.com/covid-19-survival-guide. ------------------------------------------- To you and everyone dear to you, be strong, positive, stay well, stay safe and be kind. Take a breath and count your blessings, and if you have a little extra to share with others, please consider donating to Feeding America and/or American Red Cross. #Cocktail #HappyHour #FestiveEggnog #Eggnog #Bourbon #Rum #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear #Cheers#Holidays2023 #2023 #QuarantineKitchen #Covid19 #FeedingAmerica #RedCross #PerspectivesTheConsultingGroup ©PERSPECTIVES/The Consulting Group, LLC, 2023 |
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