Author Archive
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Sweet Adelaide, genesis of a classic
I wanted to create a cocktail for the Sweet gals to celebrate their first departure from NOLA. I thought of the women that would be taking this cruise so I did something that would fit in as light and refreshing to pair with all of the spicy and rich food that we serve in the […]
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Have a Hissy Fit this Valentine’s Day
“I’m glad Valentine’s Day is on Saturday this year,” an out-of-town friend said, “I don’t have to watch everyone else in my office get flowers.”
Every few years in New Orleans we don’t concern ourselves with making Valentine’s plans. We have Mardi Gras. -
THE Essential Bartender, Dale DeGroff
How fortunate are we that Dale DeGroff chose bartending as his career. We all have Dale to thank for bringing back fresh juices and mixers to this country.
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SERIAL MONOGAMIST
I love a theme. In thinking about some of the most fun nights in my life I always remember the cocktails.
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The Most Important Cocktail… er, Day of the Year
All of the talk and debating ends on Tuesday. Some of us will be happy with the outcome and others will not be easily consoled.
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Trick or Treat my little friends
Here in New Orleans Halloween gives boys and girls the chance to dress like girls and boys… And witches, devils, naughty school girls and the like. Let’s not forget the occasional political character. In costume of course. What other city offers tours of cemeteries?
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How Lu Found Herself Behind Bars
I’d like to introduce myself, Lu Brow, Bar Chef at the Swizzle Stick Bar.