Hey, know what I drank at the college party yesterday? A smashing thing! A euphorizing, strong yet easy cocktail called “Whiskey Sour“. I’m really fond of collecting cocktail recipes so i came up to the bar tender and checked the ingredients (put it down on a napkin). Here is what it takes to make it (check this online wine store for the whiskey options):

I think big cookies are more fun! But they are harder to make, so you need some tips from an expert… and that would be me. Not to brag, but I have made (stop to think and calculate) upwards of 1.94 MILLION big cookies in my lifetime. Not to mention all of the ridiculous little cookies I have made in my day. Even our so-called “little” cookies are considered “big” by lots of folks. (I think I have made way more than 750,000 of our so-called “baby” cookies … which are also big enough to be something to write home about.)

Lobsters are a true delicacy and the base of a global fishing industry that nets roughly 1.8 billion USD in trade each year. Lobsters can grow really huge and the official size record is held by a 44.4 lb (20.14 kg) lobster caught in Nova Scotia, Canada. There are more than one way to cook a lobster and which method to use depend on your culinary preferences and which type of dish you want to make.

Throughout history, the nutritious flax seed has been an important element of the diet in large parts of Europe and Asia, and when the puritans migrated to North America flax seeds were one of the things they brought with them. Unfortunately, our modern diet in the west tends to contain very low amounts of flax seed and many people never east flax seed. This is sad, since flax seed and the oil found within has been linked to several important health benefits.

Tilapia is a highly versatile fish and you can eat tilapia seven days a week for many months without ever having to use the same recipe twice. Tilapia is not only inexpensive and readily available; it is also a lean and highly nutritious type of food. A lot of us need to include more fish in our diet to optimise our health. If you’re out of tilapia recipes, there is a myriad of excellent mouth-watering recipes to be found online.

Flax seed oil contains a type of essential fatty acid known as alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Numerous independent studies indicate that this fatty acid seem to be beneficial for a wide range of health problems, including very common plagues such as arthritis, heart disease, and inflammatory bowel disease. Including more flax seed or flax seed oil in our everyday diet is therefore a good idea if we wish to prevent such common problems. Many people are confused about how to integrate flax seed in their normal diet, but cooking with flax seed oil is actually very easy.

Online wine stores are to be taken into account if you want to fill up your cellar or bar with quality wine and strong alcoholic drinks. They always offer you a large scale of various quality wines and spirits. At the same time shipping opportunities and prices are also very loyal and it doesn’t make any difference what state you are in – your order will be delivered nevertheless.

What is more, there is not need to visit a supermarket – all you need is an electronic credit or debit card and basic computer skills under your belt. There is an enormous amount of shops that sell wine and other liquors online and if you place a large order you can always count on a substantial discount. As easy as that! No need to get up from your seat and think of the opportunity to place wine bottles boxes into your car! The managers will do everything for you and very fast.

There’s a chill in the air, which means the season is upon us for warm gatherings around holiday tables with friends and family. With such hectic schedules this time of year, we’re all looking for stress-free ways to enjoy the holidays.

When it comes to food, a simple appetizer can make an elegant statement. Choose flavorful ingredients right from your pantry, such as raisins.

The sweetness of raisins adds a wonderful depth of flavor to savory dishes, and they become even more succulent when plumped in juices or wine.

Try this easy and delicious raisin recipe for your next holiday party. California Raisins, port wine and rich pecans make a decadent filling for Brie cheese wrapped in a warm, flaky puff pastry. Simply plate the Brie with an assortment of crackers, a sliced baguette and apple or pear slices for an impressive holiday appetizer.

Baked Brie with

California Raisins

Makes 20 servings

1 wheel of Brie cheese (about

two pounds), chilled

1/4 cup California Raisins

1/4 cup port wine

1 egg yolk

1 tablespoon water

2 tablespoons toasted pecans

1 sheet puff pastry, thawed

For most people, it’s simply a part of their morning routine. For others, it’s a social commodity, but regardless of its use, coffee is a major staple in the American diet. In fact, approximately 130 million Americans drink an average of two to three cups of coffee a day.

Many health professionals agree it’s not necessarily a bad thing, especially if you go for the decaffeinated variety. Antioxidants, for example, abound in coffee, which can reduce inflammation and prevent chronic diseases. However, what about the pesky short-term effects of coffee such as stomach pain and heartburn?

Maybe it was Mom’s classic sugar cookies or Grandma’s gingerbread that made the holidays so memorable for your family. As the years go by, it’s hard to imagine the holidays without the flavors and aromas of treasured foods that evoke memories of celebrations past.

“Foods and their aromas have special meanings throughout the year, but nothing compares to the flavors and scents of the holidays,” said Stan Dorsey, vice president of research and development for Cinnabon Inc. “There’s something about the smell of cinnamon, nutmeg or brown sugar wafting through the air that takes us back to cherished holiday memories.”

Eat your veggies – especially your lettuce. But don’t confine yourself to iceberg lettuce or salads! Darker greens have about the same number of calories and carbs -very low! – but pack a lot more punch in the vitamins and other nutrient categories. By substituting radicchio, watercress, escarole or spinach for the iceberg lettuce, you add vitamin C, riboflavin’s, manganese and other essential vitamins that aren’t present in lettuce. Try them braised, steamed or grilled for something a little different from the usual salad.
Here are some recipes for greens that will tickle your taste buds and make your heart happy!
Wilted Spinach Salad:
The onions take on a natural sweetness that contrasts with the tangy yogurt and the bite of the spinach. A family favorite that’s low in calories and high in important nutrients.

From sophisticated holiday soirees to casual gatherings, legendary nights require the right mix of fun, friends and spirits.

The pros at Southern Comfort and Finlandia Vodka offer some time-tested tips that will help ensure that your holiday get-together is the talk among your friends:

* Offer five to six appetizers per person if other food is available; seven to eight if it’s not.
* Have 2 to 3 pounds of ice on hand for every 10 people; double this amount if serving frozen drinks.
* Chill glasses by filling them with ice and water before making and serving drinks.
* Pour drinks immediately after blending to keep them from getting watery.
* Measure everything. Your drinks will taste better. One bottle of Southern Comfort or Finlandia Vodka provides, roughly, 10 1- to 1 1/2-ounce pours.
* Utilize fresh fruits and spices of the season for the perfect cocktail, from a caipiroska to a mojito to a martini.
* Keep up on the latest cocktail trends, but serve a few signature cocktails as well. Or, put a twist on classic drinks, such as these recipes for a Finlandia Cranberry Smash and a SoCo Eggnog Martini.

FINLANDIA CRANBERRY SMASH

Is a good breakfast on your agenda?

Because mornings are often hectic, some families try to get by with skimpy breakfasts or skip the meal entirely. You and your children, though, have already gone without food for 8 to 9 hours. Without a good breakfast, your bodies and your brains – which have no blood-glucose reserves, the brain’s main energy source – have even longer to wait for an energy boost. It’s much better to get up a little earlier to have a complete breakfast.

Studies over the last 30 years have confirmed again and again that children who eat a balanced breakfast score significantly higher on tests and are less depressed, anxious and hyperactive than children who eat an unbalanced breakfast or skip the meal.

When you want to serve a quick-and-easy meal for just the two of you, count on eggs. Handily portioned by nature, eggs are conveniently packaged for quick-and-easy meals for one or two. Plus, eggs are one of the most versatile of all foods. You can fry, scramble, poach or bake them or cook them in the shell. You can also turn eggs into omelets or a frittata, quiche or strata.

French toast is yet another option -; a special but very economical option. In the Cajun areas of Louisiana, French toast is called pain perdu, lost bread. Long ago, thrifty cooks discovered they could rescue day-old (or older) bread which otherwise would have been wasted by soaking it in a mixture of eggs and milk before cooking it. When it’s dressed up with a topping, though, who would ever guess that French toast had such a practical origin?

Don’t have season tickets to see your favorite football team this year? That doesn’t mean you can’t have just as much fun watching it from the comfort of your living room.

Why not host a party at your house and watch the game with some of your buddies? Whether you’re inviting a crowd or just a few friends, here are tips for easy ways to throw a phenomenal football bash: