Tropical Snowballs
The holidays are here. Look around they’re EVERYWHERE! Especially here at The Back Burner where we’re featuring a few holiday treats this week of the sweet variety. While it’s true that there are plenty of sweet cocktails I could bring you this time of year. Brandy laced nogs or something tinged with vanilla. Maybe even more »
Ginger Martini
My cohorts here at The Back Burner have been discussing the joys of gingerbread all week. I like gingerbread. But to me the most joyous aspect of gingerbread– especially during the holidays, isn’t the bread. It’s the ginger and all its possibilities. Ginger is an elegant ingredient where ever it shows its pert little face. more »
Farmhouse Cheddar and Irish Stout Fondue with New Potatoes
Fondue. It’s fun to say. It’s fun to eat. But is it fun to drink? I don’t think so. You might pierce your cheek or burn your lips. So I just have to say, “sorry, no fondue for you, come back next week and order a double”. Because there’s just no way I can come more »
Sidecar Cocktail
This week on The Back Burner we’re supposed to be talking Thanksgiving side dishes. But Thanksgiving was yesterday, and you still have plenty of leftover side dishes in your refrigerator. The last thing you want are more sweet potato recipes or yet another idea for green beans. So no side dishes from me today. But more »





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