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Lamb Burger Sliders with Beetroot Relish and Tzadziki

Posted on Aug 10, 2014 by Peggy

The burger – be it White Castle or Farmer’s Market Veggie-Grain – could be the most telling testimonial, the most apt memoir of the 20th and early 21st century American palate. Little sis “Slider” drills into this hypothesis. The Slider, especially, is suited to our national temperament and accommodates our multitasking lifestyle. It’s easily held in one … Full recipe post »

Lobster Bisque and other Wintry Seafood Stews

Posted on Dec 30, 2013 by Peggy

Greetings and good wishes for 2014! Last Thursday our band of revelers headed to the country for an old-fashioned family Christmas hosted by Shirley and Stuart at their charming farmhouse. The guest of honor was one large turkey sacrificed the day before for the feast, then smoked outdoors on a Big Green Egg (any smoker … Full recipe post »

Lucy’s Holiday Sling Punch

Posted on Dec 13, 2012 by Peggy

The past few years have embraced the “craft cocktail” movement by storm. Across the land, bartenders and hosts are displaying their creative genius experimenting with handmade infusions, fresh-squeezed and mashed juices, exotic spices and flavored, purified ice. Perhaps 2013 will be the year of the “craft punch bowl” scene. But it’s fun to include an out-of-the-ordinary … Full recipe post »

Strawberry & Mescal Cocktail

Posted on Sep 23, 2012 by Peggy

Lucy, my son’s girlfriend, is my favorite dinner guest; her remarkable cocktail concoctions are the perfect ice-breaker at any get-together; what she concocted at our last dinner party has been my favorite libation to date. I insisted upon purchasing ingredients, and – per her suggestion – went on a wild-goose chase hunting down the best mescal I … Full recipe post »

Lucy’s Smoky Peach-Mint Julips

Posted on Aug 18, 2012 by Peggy

“When using mint, or any herb, in a cocktail, You NEVER want to break up a leaf – only express the oils,” said Lucy, as she gingerly pressed mint leaves against the glass with a muddler. My son Zan, and his partner, Lucy, invited me and Richard over for appetizers at their Detroit digs before … Full recipe post »

The Pig’s Punch – a perfect holiday cocktail to serve with pork.

Posted on Nov 28, 2011 by Peggy

Here’s a drink to whet your whistle from Lucy Carnaghi, a bartender at Zingerman’s Roadhouse. Some folks think a family is lucky if it includes a doctor or lawyer in the brood. Maybe so, but I feel lucky that my son’s dating Lucy, who made this special drink to kick off our holiday festivities. “I … Full recipe post »