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Mulled Wine or Vin Brulé is a popular winter drink in Italy especially around the holidays. This mulled wine is commonly served at Christmas markets in Italy. At Markets in Italy, this mulled wine is often served with a shot of brandy or rum. Guaranteed to keep you warm on a cold night, it’s also […]

Lemon Granita This is a recipe I make often during the hot summer months in Florence.  Sometimes to give it a kick, I add limoncello.  The recipe I use for limoncello is here Lemon granita Ingredients (6 servings) • 2 cups (500 ml) of water • 2 cups (500 ml) of strained lemon juice • […]

Prosecco Sangria Here’s a refreshing drink perfect for summer! 750ml Prosecco 8 oz. (240ml) Vodka 4 oz. (120ml) Limoncello Splash Simple Syrup Lemon Slices Lime Slices Orange Slices Raspberries PREPARATION 1. Add fruits to base of pitcher and add a splash of simple syrup. 2. Pour vodka and limoncello on top. 3. Top with prosecco […]

Nespresso – George Clooney Nespresso, known for its coffee machines and capsules puts out fun commercials starring George Clooney.  Here’s a commercial released on October 16th, 2018 called “The Quest” with George Clooney andGame of Thrones” actress Natalie Dormer. . www.nespresso.com

Sgroppino Sgroppino an Italian classic frozen cocktail is a refreshing drink during the summer months.  Normally made with only lemon sorbet, vodka and proscecco, here’s a video kicking it up a notch adding Campari to the mix.  Also, different flavors of sorbet are also used in addition to the traditional lemon sorbet in this video. […]

Prosecco Van Everyone has heard of the ice cream truck and you may have also heard of the cannoli cart,(video for cannoli cart is here)  but here comes the Prosecco Van!  This London based company tours the UK and has expanded to the US selling Italian prosecco on tap.  If you’re hosting a party, wedding […]

Prosecco Punch Prosecco Punch is the perfect summer drink whether you are hosting a party or relaxing in your backyard.  Here are 2 refreshing versions guaranteed to please! Pineapple Peach Prosecco Punch Ingredients  3 c. pineapple juice 3 c. Seltzer water 1 bottle prosecco 1 c. Vanilla Vodka 2 c. sliced pineapple 2 peaches, thinly […]

Limoncello Spritz If you like limoncello, you will love this limoncello spritz!  While limoncello is normally an after dinner drink, this spritz is light, refreshing and a perfect summer cocktail.  Just add vodka and soda water to your favorite limoncello. Have you ever made your own limoncello?  It’s definitely a process to make but worth […]

A glass of wine a day………  Good news for wine lovers!  If you like wine, here are some more reasons to lift your glass and toast! As this video explains, a nightly glass of wine definitely supports a healthy lifestyle.  Drinking wine in moderation has an abundance of positive effects on the mind and body. […]

How to tell if wine is bad No one wants to drink bad wine, let alone serve it!  There’s nothing more disappointing after you have spent good money on a good bottle of wine and saving it for a special occasion to drink. Obviously, the easiest way to tell if wine has gone bad is […]