Rob Roy

My husband and I love cocktails. When we go out to dinner, we never look at the wine list. Instead we ask to see the cocktail menu, especially if there’s a page (or two) devoted to martinis. My alcohol of choice has always been vodka, and hubs’ has always been scotch. He’s even gotten a… Continue reading Rob Roy

Old Pal

We’ve all heard of the Old Fashioned. It’s a classic that’s constantly ordered in bars all over the world. But what about it’s cousin the Old Pal? Never heard of it, right? Well that’s because this particular cocktail isn’t nearly as famous. But just because it’s not as popular doesn’t mean it’s not worth a… Continue reading Old Pal

Mai Tai

I’m allergic to pineapple. I know it doesn’t seem like that big a deal, but whenever I decide to visit somewhere tropical it becomes something of an issue. I start to see pineapple salsas over fish, pineapple desserts or worst of all cocktails made with pineapple juice. While I can usually avoid the first two… Continue reading Mai Tai

Hot Toddy

It’s finally raining here, which means it finally feels like Fall. It’s chilly and windy and there are big, fat raindrops running down my windows and I couldn’t be happier. I can finally pull out my jeans and boots and sweaters and bundle up to go out. Then when I get home at the end… Continue reading Hot Toddy

Jack Rose

Although it’s still in the low 80’s here in Los Angeles, it is November which means the leaves are changing colors, Thanksgiving is right around the corner and every kind of apple is available at supermarkets and farmer’s markets everywhere. So, since it is actually fall, I decided I’d do an Autumn cocktail. Why is… Continue reading Jack Rose