I’m going to take courses in Bartending this summer.
Monday
Jan 10, 2011
I'm going to take courses in Bartending this summer. - by londynfabulousz (♕Call Me Sunshine!)
Summer Time Cocktails or It’s Summer, Time For A Cocktail!
Monday
Oct 25, 2010
Summer Time Cocktails or It's Summer, Time For A Cocktail!
Yuzu Cucumber Sour
Servings: 1 Drink: created by H Joseph Ehrmann
2 oz. Square One (TM) Cucumber
2 oz. Beverage Artistry (TM ) Yuzu Luxe Sour, Thawed
1/2 oz. Egg White
Method:
1 Put all the ingredients into a shaker without ice and shake hard for 5 seconds.
Add ice and shake hard for 10 seconds. Strain into a coup glass and garnish
with cucumber skin zest. Variation: You can substitute Yuzu Luxe Sour with Beverage Artistry
Mojito or Sweet and Sour.
Mojito Exotico:
Servings: 1 Drink: Created by Adam Seger
1 Kaffer Lime Leaf
5 Basil Sprigs
5 Mint Sprigs
1 1/2 oz. Beverage Artistry Yuzu Luxe Sour, Thawed
1 1/2 oz. White Rum
Club Soda
Method:
Muddle lime leaf, basil and mint in a glass until aramatic
Top with soda, stir and serve.
Our version of Lemonade:
La Lemonata:
Servings: 1 Drink: Created by Patricia Richards / Wynn, Las Vegas
1 1/2 oz. Beverage Artistry Yuzu Luxe Sour, Thawed
4 oz. Sun Orchard Fresh Lemonade
1/2 oz. Rock Candy Syrup ( Trader Vic's ) or Simple Syrup
1/2 oz. fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
4 oz. Club Soda
Method:
Fill a 16 oz glass with ice, pour the first 4 ingredients over ice
Top with club soda and a slice of lemon.
Cover and shake 3 times upside down and then right side up.
Serve
Mango Delite:
Servings: 1 Drink: Created by Tom Canavino / Island Splash
Method:
1 oz White Rum,
2 oz. Beverage Artistry Mango,
1 oz cream of coconut, 3 oz fresh mango,
1 1/2 oz crushed pineapples,
1 scoop vanilla ice cream ( customer's chioce ) and 8 oz crushed ice to blender.
Blend until smooth and serve in a tall glass.
There is nothing better than a cold drink during the hot days of summer. These drinks are simple to make and easy to enjoy. You can get free drink recipes and free information on where to find the drink mixes used in the drinks by clicking on this link http://www.beverageartistry.blogspot.com
Tom has traveled the world but has spent many years in the Caribbean Islands learning many local recipes for some amazing drinks. He was owner of Island Splash frozen drink mixes and distributed his product throughtout Mexico's resorts and the Caribbean Islands
Top Five Things for Summer Travelers at BATUMI, GEORGIA
Sunday
Oct 10, 2010
Top Five Things for Summer Travelers at BATUMI, GEORGIA
Batumi is the first Georgian city that you reach after driving 20 kms from Turkish border. Rich and resplendent in its natural beauty, here are the top five things that you should not miss while you are at Batumi.
1) The Balmy Beaches: Batumi is beautifully surrounded by the Black Sea on one side and the green hills on the other side. The sunset at the Batumi beach is very special and if you enjoy long walks, it offers the perfect setting with a well-kept park behind the beach. The park has a sea facing promenade, where life is buzzing between the trees at its many cafes. So refresh yourself with Batumi-style Turkish coffee and traditional snacks such as kebabs (mtsvadi) and mouth watering Acharuli Khachapuri (a recommended Batumi delicacy of bread filled with cheese, fried eggs and butter).
2) Entertainment for Kids at Batumi: Located 3 km from the city centre is a fascinating collection of ocean life at Aquapark. is a favorite with children. Even closer from the city centre is the Dolphinarium. A big favorite among adults and kids both is the leisure centre "Tsitsnatela" which houses 40 kinds of attractions: "Kamikadze", "Children's Tower", "Ferris Wheel" "American Slides" and many more. This one is situated in Ozurgeti region, Shekvetili village some 500 m from the sea.
3) Must See Tourist Spots: Among the many attractions within the city and in the region the most memorable ones are Gonio-Apsaros (a Byzantine castle Ten miles south of town with a crenelated wall which now guards a courtyard of citrus trees) and the detritus of stone Roman waterworks ( scattered under a magnolia tree). Also there is the unbeatable Water dance and Music show at night, A deep Botanical garden, Nurigeli Lake and some great religious structures like Catholic & Armenian churches and Old Mosque.
4) Events at Batumi: The events held during the tourist season practically meet the needs and tastes of all-age customers. The Festival of Folklore is annually held in Batumi. It takes place on the open-air stylized stage and captivates the viewers by grandeur of performance. Every summer Batumi hosts the festival of Symphonic music. This little town fills with divine sounds of music for several days. Georgia is a prominent country for its theatrical achievements. A beautiful and lively traditional festival held in August is the festival of Neptune on the beach. It is a picturesque show of suntanned happy and hilarious people enjoying the sun, the sea and life, which lasts until late midnight and involves various funny games and contests.
5) Best Georgian Hospitality at Batumi: Georgians believe and practice two facets of life- guests come from God and Friendship rules the roost-as a person's worth is judged not by how much money he or she has in his pocket but how many friends he has. Tourists experience the true Batumi culture at the sparkling new Hotel EraPalace. It is an eight storied hotel in one of the main streets, which gives tourists possibility to move and reach any place of the town quickly. For families looking for a relaxed time with quality service, Hotel "EraPalace" offers a swanky restaurant where guests can taste delicious Georgian and European meals and a cool Cafe where professional bartender prepares fabulous summer drinks.
George Capana has been writing professionally since 2005. His articles on technology, travel and international crimes have been published on a number of websites. George holds a Bachelor of Arts in history from Florida University.
Top Five Groomsmen Gifts for a Summer Wedding
Thursday
Sep 2, 2010
Top Five Groomsmen Gifts for a Summer Wedding
Very few things are as synonymous with the summer months as a beautiful summer wedding. While many aspects of wedding planning are sometimes time consuming and overwhelming, not everything has to be difficult. When it comes to finding the perfect gifts for members of your wedding party, consider using the list below of the top five groomsmen gifts for a summer wedding to help put your mind at ease.
Keep It Entertaining
Some men fancy themselves to be phenomenal bartenders in their own home. For these alcohol aficionado’s, consider giving them a gift that enables them to practice their skills whenever they desire.
A bartender kit is a great gift that really lets your groomsmen know how thankful you are for all of their help and support during this exciting time in your lives. A bartender kit in a beautiful wooden case can keep all of its contents neatly organized. Key elements that every bartender kit should possess include a corkscrew, a bottle opener, a pour spout, and a bottle stopper. Another great addition to this bartender kit is a thermometer that ensures that every beverage they serve is chilled to perfection. You can also include an informational book of the most popular drink recipes for them to practice serving you.
Keep It Fun
Some guys love to sit around, drink their favorite beers, smoke celebratory cigars, and play a great game of poker with their closest friends. A great way to thank your groomsmen for all that they have done is by supplying them with a beautiful, personalized, and easily portable poker set.
A perfect poker set will include upwards of three hundred chips constructed from top of the line composite clay as well as professional grade playing cards that you can find on any of the tables in casinos in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. A great poker set will also feature a carrying case made of quality wood that can be personalized with your groomsmen’s name or cover image catering to their specific tastes.
Keep It Working
If one thing is certain, it is that many guys love working with tools. Any man that loves to work with their hands should never be without a handy tool kit, whether they are working around the house or on a big construction site. Consider giving your groomsmen travel tool kits complete with everything they will need to keep their gadgets and gizmos in proper working order. Add the personalization of their initials or monogram to give it that extra special touch.
Keep It Whimsical
Certain groomsmen gifts are practical while others can be just plain fun. What could be more fun for your groomsmen than transforming a simple game room, or garage hangout, into their very own pub? You can do just that by giving the men of the wedding party their very own personalized pub set!
With the right set, you can help the men in your life turn their household pub fantasies into reality. Search for a set that includes a vintage pub sign that proudly displays his name, or a name he would like to create for his pub. The pub set will also include a sixteen ounce stein and a coaster set that are also personalized with his first name, last name, and established year. The coasters can be neatly organized and held in a beautiful mahogany caddy that sits perfectly directly on his bar for whenever he is entertaining friends or family. This could come in handy during those poker nights!
Keep It Organized
There is no better way to help your groomsmen keep all of their technologies together than by giving them a personalized valet made from beautiful quality wood. Convenient slots positioned at the top of the valet will keep the most often needed items such as cash, watches, and keys, readily available and in sight. This, placed near the front door of your home, works as a convenient reminder for your man to not leave without them. The lower pull out drawer of this handy item will keep the technologies that are more expensive completely protected and organized.
Tiffany Jordan is a freelance writer who writes about weddings, usually focusing on a specific aspect of a wedding like groomsmen gifts.
