In a recent visit to San Jose, California (a quaint metropolis about 1 hr south of San Francisco), I stumbled upon a cool Mediterranean restaurant with great food and great drinks. Me and a friend were seeking a place to have a quick cocktail (that is usually what we are looking for) and whilst strolling… Read More A Greek Taverna in the Heart of Downtown San Jose, CA
On a recent random Friday, I had a friend in town so we decided to hit up some of the “typical” spots and enjoy an evening on South Beach. There is never a lack of things to do in Miami, but when folks are visiting there are a few spots that most people want to… Read More Drinking on a Random Friday in Miami
Memorial Day is not just about BBQ and burgers on the grill, blockbuster movies, and the unofficial start of summer. Memorial Day is the day that we pay tribute to and honor the service people who put their lives on the line to protect our rights and freedom…including the right to have a BBQ. And since we… Read More What to Drink on Memorial Day!!
Cointreau, the well-known orange liqueur traditionally used as a mixer for margaritas and other cocktails, has introduced the new Cointreau Noir. It is a great blend of the Cointreau orange liqueur and Remy Martin cognac in one. It is meant to be served neat over ice or straight, but can also be used as a mixer. … Read More Sipping on Cointreau Noir
It has been on my bucket list for years, so I was extremely excited about finally taking bartender classes. Having made drinks for friends for years and considering myself the best “amateur” bartender I know; as a liquor enthusiast, I was interested in learning more about recipes, traditional drinks, and the professional skills to take… Read More Becoming a Bartender
ID2T = I'll Drink to That 