Tag: drink

DRINK: How to Make an Aperol Spritz

An Aperol Spritz always makes the night (or day) better.  Simple, classy and delicious.  We love this new short via Condé Nast Traveler, that give a quick overview on how to put…

DRINK: The Perfect Negroni

There is nothing like an apéritif to start out your evening. We are especially fond of the Negroni. While its exact origins are unknown, it is rumored to have been created in…

DRINK: 5 Champagne Cocktail Ideas

We love champagne.  Or Prosecco, or Cava.  Any sort of wine with bubbles makes us very happy.  But we get especially thrilled when we find a good champagne cocktail.  We’ve discovered 5…

DRINK: Watermelon St. Germaine Cocktail

There is nothing like a summertime cocktail.  For instance, this Watermelon St. Germain Cocktail from the gorgeous site Love and Lemons.                      …

DRINK: Café Obsession

We’re always searching for the perfect café au lait or cappuccino.  It seems to be a challenge to find a version that makes you feel like you’re back in Paris.  A few spots…

DRINK: Spanish Perfection

We recently visited the newly opened Coqueta on SF’s embarcadero.  Chef Michael Chiarello’s latest venture is a tribute to old-school spain and he does not miss a beat.  From the decor to…

DRINK: The Perfect French 75

A recent visit to St Helena produced a fantastic French 75.  Part gin, sugar, lemon juice and sparkling wine it’s the perfect way to start an evening!  Click here for an easy…

TRAVEL: A Visit to Chateau Montelena

We visited Chateau Montelena this weekend – what a treat!  Our group was given a private tour of their vineyards where they grow mostly Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.   Aside from the fabulous…