A French 75 is an invigorating cocktail! It isn’t a particularly strong drink, and we feel it is refreshing and revitalising. This drink is of French origin and named after the French 75-millimeter light field gun. Due to the portability of this gun and rate of fire it was the mainstay of the French…
Cocktails are often created to fit any season. Halloween is no different, and you will find a variety of cocktails with the famous name of Jack the Ripper. It is unlikely you will find this cocktail with the exact same ingredients, but this is the perfect name to go with the spooky Halloween theme and…
With the festive season and good company should come a special drink. Why not try something different with a personal touch? For this delicious vodka cranberry cocktail you will need to simply prepare a specially flavoured sugar syrup. Once done, you will create a seasonal drink with festive flavours to bring cheer into the New…
Take your cocktail game to the next level! Any mixologist knows that a superb cocktail requires more skill than just pouring spirit with soda into a shaker. Here are some tools to help improve your shaking and stirring bartender skills and enable you to create decorative garnishes. While bars and pubs are not really sure…
Passion fruit grows in tropical regions and comes in yellow or purple versions. Both have the seedy pulp that looks slightly slimy. If you have a particular sweet tooth, you can always add some sugar syrup but always taste the fruit first. Freshly made pineapple juice can naturally be sweet. We often choose to make…
A tropical Piña Colada! Everyone who has been on a summer beach holiday, has had one! Origin of piña colada Although we usually associate this cocktail with laid-back pool side vacations, the Puerto Rican pirate Roberto Cofresí boosted his crew’s morale, giving them a beverage or cocktail that contained coconut, pineapple and white rum in…
Cherries are delicious eaten fresh when in season, and equally fantastic to jar and conserve in vodka for the winter. Your special occasions or desserts will taste better with your own homemade cherry concoction! Just be aware… this does not count as one of your 5 a day! When they are in season, we always…
Spain is known as a country rich in history, culture, and traditions. While the cultural offerings are well-known, its equally impressive culinary landscape is less so. We have lived for almost one year in this beautiful country and learned that unique and tasty regional cuisine can be found all around Spain. If you’re a foodie…
This refreshing starter is elegant to present and can be fully prepared in advance! Lobster has an exquisite taste and a luxurious reputation. It is a prized culinary delight enjoyed by seafood enthusiasts around the world. Renowned for its succulent, firm flesh and striking appearance, the lobster has earned its place as a delicacy on…
Salmon is probably the most versatile fish which can be cooked in many ways. Whether it’s grilled, pan-fried, roasted, poached or served in a salad or as sushi it’s always flavourful and delicious. It is a perfect weeknight dinner, but salmon is equally suitable for any celebration or during the festive season. Is salmon healthy?…