Peach-Lavender Shrub and the Dog Days of Summer
Peach-lavender shrub, also known as drinking vinegar, is the perfect summer refresher. Usually mixed with cold or sparkling water, shrubs are the perfect drink mixer. …
The Power of Green
Michael Pollan, author of a great motivational book, “Food Rules, An Eaters Manual” states the challenge of eating well comes down to two choices: real …
Cucumber Peel Ginger Limeade
The story of summer (if the summer ever shows up in Chicago) is told with a simple, refreshing cucumber peel ginger limeade and yes, adding Vodka …
Pineapple Core Ginger Iced Tea
I LOVE fresh pineapple and enjoy pineapple grilled, baked, broiled, poached, roasted, sautéed, stir-fried, and in my pineapple ginger iced tea. That pretty much tells …
Flower Power Hibiscus Syrup
Flower power hibiscus syrup is a great refreshing beverage for hot summer days. On my way to my favorite Carniceria & Taqueria, I purchased a bag …
Turmeric Milk with Honey and Ginger
Turmeric Milk with Honey and Ginger, known as well as golden milk is a drink from India that has been gaining a following in Western …