As we continue with a little summer break here at With Two Spoons, we’re highlighting recipes from our archives. This week we are talking Cocktail Time! Read on for Simple Summer Drinks perfect for lazy weekends at the lake, evenings on the porch, or a socially distanced driveway gathering. Cheers!
…Sparkling Grapefruit & Gin Cocktail
It seems like everyone has their go-to cocktail. The one that they can order anywhere, without a menu or a second thought. Mine is the gin and tonic. I love the crisp, refreshing, almost bitter flavor and the bubbles of the tonic water.
I first started drinking gin and tonics years ago while on my honeymoon. My husband and I were at a small resort south of Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Though I had spent plenty of time in Mexico prior to that trip, I had never been to the Riviera Maya in early June. Let’s just say, it’s a whole different world in the summer! It was HOT. Sweltering, stifling, tropical heat from sun up to well past sun down. To help beat the heat, we frequently would grab a good cocktail and head straight to the pool, only our heads and drinks staying above the water’s surface!…
Good (Food) Reads
I hope you guys are hungry because this week’s Good (Food) Reads is chock full of recipe goodness. I’m always inspired by the other great food bloggers and home cooks out there and this week was no exception! My sweet tooth can’t wait to sample the Salted Caramel Stuffed Nutella Chocolate Cups and I have great plans for the Corn Fritters. What recipes are you looking to try this week?…