As someone who spent over 10 years working in some of the world’s best bars and restaurants, I don’t flinch at the thought of an elaborate multistep recipe that yields a very specific single cocktail.

Watermelon is delicious, it can't be denied, but there's so much of it. Don't let extra go to watse; turn it into watermelon ...

Most of us know fruit cocktail as the little diced fruit that comes out of a can. You can probably name the ingredients with your eyes closed: colored cherries, green grapes, peaches, pears and ...

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Rose, jasmine, honeysuckle, lavender -- are pure romance. And lemon verbena, that wonderfully aromatic herb with slender green leaves, may be the most romantic of them all. Its captivating perfume is ...

We all love maple syrup generously poured on our breakfast favorites, bringing its rich sweetness to every bite. But as classic as maple syrup is with waffles, French toast, and buttermilk pancakes, ...

1. Combine 1 cup water with sugar, cinnamon and pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat, lower heat and simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. 2. Remove syrup from heat ...