Jul 10, 2008 -
The Minimalist
Add a Splash of Ad-Lib: Master the pattern for sour drinks and you can mix hundreds of cocktails at home without a book or recipe.
By MARK BITTMAN
Published: June 25, 2008
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/06/25/dining/25mini.html?th&emc=th
HERE’S how I learned to make cocktails. Some years ago, I discovered mojitos, which I liked a lot, at least when they were made well.
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Jun 14, 2007 -
Courtesy of Tyler Florence, as seen on the Food Network All Star Grillfest: South Beach tv special. Cheers!
For the Ginger simple syrup:
1/4 cup grated fresh ginger
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup cold water
For the Mojito:
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 lime, cut into wedges
20 to 24 fresh mint leaves
4 ounces ginger simple syrup
4 ounces vodka
5 ounces club soda
Ice cubes
Blueberries, for garnish
Mint leaves, for garnish
For the Ginger simple syrup:
Peel and grate the ginger and add it, together with the sugar and cold water, to a saucepan.
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Jul 26, 2007 -
Vogue's website style.com has "5 Great Home Remedies" in their beauty section this month.The recipes are from notable beauty insiders. Here's what they listed:
Naturopathica's Skin-Softening Avocado Mask
This quick-fix moisturizer from the famed East Hampton spa thwarts dry skin fast.
1/2 avocado
1 egg
1 tablespoon plain yogurt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional; adds extra moisture)
Blend all ingredients together.
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Mar 31, 2007 -
Black RussianI've spoken (as have others) recently of the goodness that is the Mojito. And now, I'm hooked on Black Russians. (Measurements are for Australian audiences.
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