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Emily Sarah Downs

Cuisine Coordinator, Tips From Town, Ridgewood, NJ

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Raspberry Lemonade Cooler

“Homemade” raspberry-citron vodka and lemonade are the key ingredients for this summer refreshment. Makes a pitcher full but you may want to double up for a party of peeps! This drink needs a little prep (w/no effort), but it’s worth it in the long run because it makes enough for a small party!  In all honesty I […]

Blueberry-Plum Vodka Mojitos

Taking advantage of summer’s offerings with a bit of booze. Martha Stewart originally made this with blackberries but I decided to go with blueberries since we had an amazing amount here at home. Perfect for a poolside party. See More of Our...

Bourbon Slush

Superlicious slushy sipper of the summer. Can’t let a summer slip by without a batch of these. Make sure to allow a full 24 hours of proper freezing time until ready to serve. This one is a definite crowd pleaser and fantastically refreshing.

Lemon-Berry Grotto

Welcome the start of June this week with a sparkling adults-only strawberry “lemonade”.

Hummus & Veggie Sandwiches

Crunch, munch, lunch!  Super fresh, super crispy and super delicious.  Oh… and did I forget, healthy?

White-Wine Sangria

             

Mussels in Tomato-Basil Wine Sauce

The Jersey Shore is loaded with mussels, so they are available on every menu close to the beach. But if you find you have a hankering and aren’t near the shoreline, preparation at home can happen in a cinch. Bring a bit of the beach home with...

Fresh Whiskey Sours

Freshly squeezed orange and lemon juices are the key to these whiskey sours.  Refreshes the senses and warms the soul.

Pina-Naranja Margarita

Sunshine in a pitcher.   No matter what the forecast says… rain, snow, hail… sunny pineapple-orange margaritas brighten up anyones spirits!

Burrata, Strawberry, and Basil Salad

Not only is this “salad” gorgeous, it’s delicious and fun to eat. I love cutting into Burrata cheese and having its filling combine with the sweet strawberries, crunchy walnuts, fresh basil and savory balsamic syrup. It’s a...

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