Winter and Covid restrictions means we’re staying home more. How about some of my favorite comfort cocktail hour pairings. Starting with my favorite for fall weather….
Tag: french spirits
American duo creates spirits with south of France flavors
Meet the new French spirit that changes from season to season as it expresses the terroir of the south of France
The Ultimate Made-in-France Gift Guide for Cocktail Enthusiasts 2020
Wondering what gift to buy your cocktail loving friend? Here’s a list for Made in France gifts for all budget from 15 to 2800 Euros!
Introduction to Calvados with Alex Mermillod
This episode covers France’s traditional apple brandy, Calvados. It’s a tasty spirit with a long history and Alex Mermillod from the distillery Christian Drouin joins us to provide a primer on the product: how and where it’s made and drank and even how they get those apples inside the bottles! Alex Mermillod has a true […]
Mojitos & Rum Cocktails at Paris Cigar Bar, Casa Pelletier
One of the most common questions I get is “Where to find a great mojito in Paris?” Read on if you’re curious…
Apple Calvados Quick Bread
Quick take: Make this Apple Calvados Quick Bread recipe and serve with a sweeter cider Quick breads are an easy way to bake up something sweet or savory even if (like me) you’re not much of a baker. I like to make one for a weekend treat or as an easy – but thoughtful – […]
Only Six Seats at Le Gallopin’s Exclusive Weekly Cocktail and Food Pairings
Quick Take: Le Gallopin offers Thursday night five course food and cocktail pairings well worth a visit. The reopening of le Gallopin’s beautiful old cocktail bar brought some glamour back to Paris with their collection of vintage French spirits in such a grand setting. Now they’ve taken the fun even further with five course cocktail […]
