Masraff’s continues to cater to our taste buds! Check out this hearty recipe for their crab cakes of colossal proportions!
fresh lemon juice
Coconut Unfried Shrimp
These delectable shrimp are dipped in egg whites (instead of whole eggs), breaded, and then baked rather than deep-fried.
Cucumber Meets Thyme
Cucumber meets thyme in a refreshing summer cocktail, courtesy of Bar Manager Patrick Abalos at The Westin at The Woodlands. Made using the always delish Botanist Gin!
Roasted Corn Salad
This Roasted Corn Salad rocks with Spanish chorizo and baby kale, topped in a tangy Lemon Aioli Vinaigrette from Chef Justin Santellana at Nick’s Fish Dive & Oyster Bar in The Woodlands.
Subpoenaed in TX, Sequestered in Memphis
The name on this new spring cocktail from Paramour says it all! A refreshing blend of gin, apple and lemon for the outlaw in ya!
Hot Tully
Born in Dublin, Ireland, by Dr. Robert Bentley Todd, this Irish whiskey classic has been warming folks up since 1820! This ‘Hot Toddy’ is made with Tullamore Irish Whiskey, hence the fun play on the name.
Charlie Bird Farro Salad
I discovered this salad at one of my current favorite NYC restaurants – a tiny, eclectic little spot in SoHo called Charlie Bird. In addition to the good food, the wine list is adventurous, great fun—as are the luxurious Zalto wine glasses!
Tuber & Root
A crafty cocktail seemingly MADE for the campfire! This Tuber & Root cocktail from CURRENT restaurant comes crowned with one torched vanilla marshmallow. Enjoy!
Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
“There are hundreds of kinds of cherry tomatoes, wonderful for muddling and pickling, but equally great for their firm and delicate texture. Just the stems alone are a work of art. They also make for an opening sensation. They are the perfect bite-size treat, with lots of flavor and juice.” – Cocktail Chef Matthew Biancaniello
Winter Toe Tickler Punch
The Toe Tickler Punch packs exactly that! This is a dry, flavorful cocktail with Hendrick’s Gin, fresh lemon juice and cinnamon spiced tea. The winter beckons…
Bloodline Cocktail
If you prefer a fruitier cocktail, then the Bloodline is just the cocktail for you to celebrate Halloween! The Blood Orange Liqueur can be used as a base spirit as well as a modifying sweetener and shines equally in modern interpretations of both classic cocktails and original creations.
Madelyn’s Apple Pecan Cake
Savory glazed bundt cake with diced apples and pecans! Many thanks to my friends at Central Market for sharing!
Hudson Whiskey Spiced Apple Sour
Celebrate the iconic drink with an American classic! Hudson Whiskey has played a role in pioneering the craft spirits renaissance, specifically in New York State.
Apple Jalapeño Pie
Some of my wine enthusiast friends forwarded me this recipe from Washington. They were in the state visiting vineyards and fell in love with this fun version of an American favorite.