A day by the sea should really be a soiree, fit with great snacks and the best beach drinks to sip on. Toes in the sand, breathing in the salty air, even that unwanted sunburn is a welcome treat, especially for those without the privilege of perennial sunshine. Now, I know what you may be thinking—a … Read more
Cocktails are there and then they’re gone—it’s part of their romance. They leave behind glasses that need to be washed, recipes in old books, and a hangover if you’re not cautious, but these are distant echoes. For all the effort and care that a good mixed drink requires, the most important part might be the … Read more
There are times for elaborate drinks, and then there are times for 3-ingredient cocktails, the kind of drinks you can casually whip up after work while you cook dinner. These tried-and-true recipes require only a few bottles (at maximum) from your bar cart—and they’re so simple that you may find yourself learning the measurements by … Read more
This summer my partner discovered the wonders of an espresso martini. Some might say he’s two summers too late (it’s me, I might say that). Others could argue bartenders have had time to perfect their versions and up the ante on them following the New York Times 2021 declaration. And still others (me, again) might … Read more
