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Italian Summer – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:33:22 +0000

A beautiful weekend on the way calls for a beautiful cocktail. I find that many people don’t appreciate amaretto enough. It’s a sweet almond flavored liqueur, and if you ask me, there’s only DiSaronno. Accept no substitutions. Italian Summer combines the almondy goodness of amaretto with the tropical standards that make us all of think [...]

The 3 Best Reasons to Watch the Kentucky Derby

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 03 May 2013 18:20:21 +0000

‘The Best Two Minutes In Sports’ is upon us, but for most people…the Kentucky Derby is a non-event. These are the three best reasons to watch the Derby. Martin Hunter, Getty Images 3 Gambling If there's money on the line, it really is an exciting two minutes. So much suspense! Even if you [...]

World Peace – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 18:55:05 +0000

After the week we’ve had, I think we all want a cocktail…and some peace. This recipe was created by Jonathan Pogash of The World Bar in NYC. It is across the street from the United Nations building, and they donate15% of the proceeds to the UN for peacekeeping missions. Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Bombay Sapphire gin [...]

Amazing 2 Ingredient Nutella Cake Recipe

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 18:48:28 +0000

I have seen this recipe on about 100 Pinterest boards and foodie websites, and every time I stop in amazement…so it’s only fair to share it with you all. Kudos to the original creator, it certainly was not me, but it seems impossible to figure out who came up with it first. It really is [...]

Sweet and Spicy Margarita – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 18:17:23 +0000

This week’s cocktail comes to us from contest winner Chris ‘The Cheftender’ Asay from Sea Bright, and is sure to kick up your weekend! This drink combines the sweet flavors of blood orange with spicy jalapeño and fragrant cilantro. While Chris doesn’t have a name for his drink, I’m calling it a Sweet and Spicy [...]

Frozen Margarita Pie – Tequila Recipe Contest Winners

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:31:47 +0000

We asked you to submit your best food or cocktail recipe including tequila, and got some awesomely creative results! Congratulations to Chris Asay and Jackie Weigman! They both scored a pair of tickets to tonight’s Jersey Shore Restaurant Week Eat.Drink.Indulge:Tequila event at 10th Ave. Burrito in Belmar. Chris’s drink will be featured as this Friday’s [...]

Submit Your Best Recipes Using Tequila

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:33:18 +0000

Jersey Shore Restaurant Week kicks off on Friday, April 5, and along with a week of great deals at local restaurants, there are awesome special events, like the Eat.Drink.Indulge:Tequila tasting!

Put your creativity to the test, and you could win tickets!

Spring Sangria – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 18:21:18 +0000

Is it Happy Hour yet? It may still be a bit cold outside, but it’s time for our taste buds to think Spring! This week take one step closer to warm weather with Spring Sangria. Sangria is very easy to make, because you can use (or leave out) any ingredients you like. My Spring Sangria [...]

Irish Gold – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:27:57 +0000

Green beer not your thing? Me either. This weekend’s cocktail steps things up a notch for your St. Patrick’s Day festivities! Green-colored drinks will abound, but we’re going for the ‘Irish Gold’ including traditional Irish whiskey! Ingredients: 2 oz. Irish whiskey (like Jameson or Tullamore Dew) .5 oz peach schnapps 2 oz. ginger ale splash [...]

Sea Breeze – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 18:15:43 +0000

The snow is still coming down, and I’m officially over the cold. Let’s think summer! This week’s cocktail will have you feeling like your one step closer to those toes in the sand! The Seaside St. Patrick’s Day parade is tomorrow, so for Seaside, a Sea Breeze! This cocktail of the week couldn’t be easier: [...]

Thin Mint Martini – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 17:30:03 +0000

It’s Friday, and it’s 5 o’clock somewhere…time for the cocktail of the week! It’s Girl Scout cookie season and on top of that, the many area St. Patrick’s Day festivities start with this weekend’s parade in Belmar. This week, it’s all about the ‘Thin Mint’ martini, inspired by the famous Girl Scout cookie. Ingredients: 1.5 [...]

How to Make Green Beer and St. Patrick's Day Foods

Matt Ryan — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 10:22:48 +0000

March is a great month. We get that feeling that spring is just around the corner and we celebrate everything St. Patrick. Do you have the green beer ready? Have you ever made green popcorn? We’ll show you how to make everything green for the big day and weekend! HOW TO MAKE GREEN BEER [...]

Heart Smart Cuisine

Tom Stark — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:13:31 +0000

From Asian fusion to classic comfort food, blackened catfish to buckwheat griddle cakes, your options for a heart-healthy family regimen are anything but a snooze. So whether it’s a Sunday breakfast, backyard barbecue or dinner on the fly, these 50+ heart-smart recipes courtesy of Meridian Health are sure to garner rave reviews no matter what the occasion

Pumpkin what? 5 Unique Pumpkin Recipes for Fall

Meredith Chambers — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 14:00:40 +0000

If you love pumpkin pie and pumpkin spice lattes, then you'll want to try some of these tasty items. From smoothies to pancakes, check out this list of 5 unique pumpkin recipes to celebrate the Fall season!

Halloween Cocktail Recipes

Matt Ryan — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 23:13:52 +0000

You've got the food, the decorations, the guests are invited, it's time for your Halloween party. You're not just going to have the boring bowl of punch are you? Try out these cool cocktails designed especially for the season from About.com.

The Best Foods for the Grill

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:27:44 +0000

Summer is winding down, so you better bet your grill time in while you can! What are the best foods on the grill? Burgers When it comes to the grill, burgers are boss. I don’t care if they are beef, veggie, turkey, or some combination of the three. Burgers taste better when grilled. Veggies Grilled [...]

Easy Summer Dinner Ideas

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 16:25:52 +0000

Figuring out what to make for dinner is annoying. It’s especially annoying when it’s too hot to turn on the oven and the threat of severe thunderstorms rules out grilling. Here’s a few ideas to try with the family tonight: As with most of my ‘recipes’ it’s all about using what you like and what [...]

4 Refreshing Summer Drinks for You and the Kids! [LIST]

Laurie Cataldo — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:51:51 +0000

We’re looking at temps in the 90s later this week, so crank up the AC and make yourself one (or more) of these to beat the heat. (There’s a virgin recipe for each one as well, so the kids — and your lightweight Aunt Betty — can feel equally cool.) These recipes don’t have to [...]

Cinco (5) Recipes for Cinco de Mayo! [LIST]

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:14:41 +0000

It's the madre of all holidays…at least in Puebla, Mexico. We're talking Cinco de Mayo (May 5th), the day we bust out our sombreros and celebrate our inner Mexican. If you're thinking of having a fiesta to celebrate, be sure to include these recipes! Michael Coté, Flickr Guacamole I have an unnatural love [...]

7 Healthy Super Bowl Snack Recipes

Meredith Chambers — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:30:38 +0000

Sticking with your New Year's diet regimen can be tough when prepping for a Super Bowl party. Check out these 7 super tasty (and healthy) snack recipes that will make your taste buds happy and keep your waistline shrinking!