Drinks

Cocktail Writing and Photography: The Union Bar and Pandan Fashioned Cocktail Recipe

Posted by on Feb 16, 2012 | 0 comments

Cocktail Writing and Photography: The Union Bar and Pandan Fashioned Cocktail Recipe

My ears perk up when I heard that Latitude Restaurant opened a sister restaurant and bar in Chinatown.  I became even more intrigued when I found out that their food and cocktail menus are inspired by Southeast Asia.  Will this newcomer rise up to join the growing list of the best cocktail bars in Vancouver?

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Cocktail Writing and Photography in Vancouver BC and Austin TX

Posted by on Feb 2, 2012 | 4 comments

Cocktail Writing and Photography in Vancouver BC and Austin TX

Last year, bartenders in San Francisco, Seattle, and Portland made some of the best cocktails that have touched these lips.  I’m always on the quest to experience the best cocktails that every city I visit has to offer. At the end of the day though,

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The Vancouver (Canucks) Cocktail

Posted by on Jun 15, 2011 | 2 comments

The Vancouver (Canucks) Cocktail

The last time our boys were in the Stanley Cup finals was in 1994 so it’s no surprise that the city is beyond hyped. Add to the equation the fact that we’ve reached game 7 and you can imagine the dense anticipation that fills the air.

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Watermelon Jalapeño Cocktail Cooler Recipe for Summer

Posted by on May 11, 2011 | 1 comment

Watermelon Jalapeño Cocktail Cooler Recipe for Summer

Sure, I adore my classic craft cocktails but I won’t turn down large-batched, fruity cocktails either. No, I don’t mean the syrupy concoctions swirling around in frozen margarita machines.

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Mexican Martini Recipe to Celebrate National Margarita Day

Posted by on Feb 22, 2011 | 5 comments

Mexican Martini Recipe to Celebrate National Margarita Day

I love a proper margarita but living in the Pacific Northwest initially soured the drink for me. Firstly, being so far from the Mexican border, it’s dreadfully difficult to get a premium tequila

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