Maraschino Whoopie Pies

It’s Valentine’s Day next week and that means your mailbox is probably going to be full of red envelopes, heart-shaped cards, chocolate and flowers. While I like chocolate any time of the day or night 365 days a year, next Tuesday is the day when chocolate sales seem to go through the roof. And why… Continue reading Maraschino Whoopie Pies

The Manhattan Cocktail

Psst… I have a secret to tell you.  I love to swing dance. Don’t tell, but I’ve been swing dancing since before Swingers and the big swing craze that followed in the 90’s. It’s actually how I met my husband. Yes, just like that couple in the movie. Anyway, during all my club hopping there… Continue reading The Manhattan Cocktail

Maraschino Cherries

I know Fridays are usually dedicated to classic cocktails here on Kitchy, but today, I’m doing a garnish for those cocktails instead. Today I bring you maraschino cherries. While it’s true, they’re not a cocktail, the cherries are soaking in liqueur and are then used as the finishing touch in several cocktails.  As a matter… Continue reading Maraschino Cherries