Appetizers & Drinks

August 5, 2019 . Mummy has been busy working on her new craft project… a NANTUCKET BASKET… but weaving baskets can make you thirsty so she came up with a “grown-up” drink to take advantage of the wild blueberries that have just come out at the farmer’s markets here in Maine! If you enjoy a little cocktail late in the…

When Mummy and I were in Paris, we found so many wonderful foods at the fresh markets in our neighborhood.  One afternoon, she decided to grab a few mushrooms, french butter, herbs and cheese… and together, we developed this delicious recipe for stuffed mushrooms. I wasn’t able to eat any since they have onions in them, but they sure did…

Tonight, for “Millie’s Martini Monday,” Daddy said he wanted a MAN’S DRINK! Here ya go Daddy. This tastes just like those “red hots” you ate as a kid, but with a grown-up KICK to it. Enjoy! . “Red Hot Cocktail” . 1 part Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey 1 part A & W Cream Soda . Stir together with ice and serve…

Are you ready for another YUMMY Holiday Martini recipe? This one is a SURE WINNER! . Coconut Cookie Martini . 1.5 ounces Malibu Rum 1.5 ounces Buttermilk 1.5 ounces Half & Half 1/2 ounce Egg Whites (use the kind in the carton from the refrig. section of the grocery…easy breezy!) 1/2 ounce simple syrup (you can make your own or…

Everyone knows my Mummy LOVES her “Cosmo,” so today I found this yummy variation for her…I’m waiting to hear if she loves what I made for her. Mummy? Yippppeee… she gives it TWO THUMBS UP! . “The Cosmo Chi Chi” . 3 ounces Citron Vodka 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier 1 1/2 ounces Cranberry Juice 3 ounces Tropical Sweet & Sour…

Here’s to my 4th night of Christmas Cocktails for my Mummy. If you are following along, I hope you are enjoying them!  . Chocolate Mint Martini . 1 ounce Vanilla Vodka 1 ounce Kaluha 1 ounce Creme de Cacao 1 ounce Chocolate Liqueur 1 1/2 ounces Half & Half . Pour into a shaker with ice and SHAKE SHAKE SHAKE……

For my FIFTH Holiday drink, I am serving up a “not so sweet” cocktail for those who have a SOUR attitude after all of the hustle and bustle this week! . The Sour Grinch Cocktail . 1 1/2 ounces Bourbon 1 ounce Orange Juice 1/2 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice 1 ounce Honey Water (mix 1/2 honey and 1/2 hot water)…

For my New Year’s cocktail tonight, I wanted to choose something bright and cheerful… and with it, I am wishing you the happiest and brightest of days in the coming NEW YEAR! . “Lemon Meringue Martini” . 3 ounces Vanilla Vodka 1 ounce Cognac 1 1/2 ounces fresh Lemon Juice 1 ounce Simple Syrup . Mix everything together in a…

We are always looking for easy recipes that we can prepare on the grill while traveling.  This is an EASY one for home OR travel and you will LOVE IT.  This is super great for parties too.  If you have any leftovers, they are great to eat later, just cold from the fridge while you watch the late show on…