You might think it’s strange, but Shirley Temple Mocktails are my go-to happy hour drinks. Yes, I’m a woman in her mid (okay, late) 30s. And, yes, you will see me order this drink at every fancy occasion without any shame whatsoever. BECAUSE IT’S DELICIOUS. This book-inspired recipe for The Haunting of Brynn Wilder was actually inspired by my Instagram author chat with Wendy Webb. Attendees were encouraged to bring a cocktail to the...
Refreshing Mint Iced Tea is my swan song for this summer's recipes. We've made it to the end of August, people, during one of the craziest years in history. Although I'm loathe to give up hot, summer nights and the Amazon maxi dresses I've been wearing on repeat since Memorial Day, I have to admit... I'm kinda ready for some fall coziness. A little bit. Almost. Mainly because I'm missing my cozy sweaters like whoa. And my leggings. And scarves....
Move over, Cherry Coke, because Spruce Soda is my new favorite soft drink. You heard me. Spruce Soda. I admit, it doesn’t sound like a very Jane-ish book-inspired recipe for The Jane Austen Diet. But, it’s adapted from the recipe for Spruce Beer, which was a popular drink in Jane Austen’s time. Author Brian Kozlowski included the recipe for Summer Spruce Beer in The Jane Austen Diet, and I’ve made a modified version here. I also decided...
It may be September, but I’m hanging on to summer like whoa with this creamy, dreamy Coconut Iced Caramel Macchiato. About a year ago I found myself with some time to kill before an appointment, so I ducked into a nearby Starbucks. I spied a gorgeous photo for a Coconut Iced Caramel Macchiato, and my tongue practically unfurled onto the floor. I looooove all things coconut. Plus, a quick look at the calorie count display (which I love and hate...
Fair warning, Tartlets: once you taste a Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca, it will be your new summer drink obsession. #SorryNotSorry I know a lot of people prefer alcoholic summery drinks (Rosé all day, and all that), but we at the Cottage aren't really a booze-lovin’ bunch. That said, I still enjoy a good refreshing drink, especially when I’m reading under my pergola during the sweltering New Jersey summers.
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