Gastronomista

The thing about minimalism is that it's all about deception.  What you think is simple is actually quite complex, and there in lies the magic.  I don't think I would ever call myself a mini...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/07/clarified-salty-paloma.html

I find inspiration for cocktails: in food, in deserts, but most often, I find inspiration in the spirits themselves.  Whenever I'm getting acquainted with a new spirit, I taste it neat, and...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/07/lemongrass-saturn.html

This recipe is inspired by one of my favorite summer treats - mango with chili and lime.  When I lived in New York City I would always buy bags of chili mango from the street vendors who cam...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/07/tajin-mango-margarita.html

I love the time of year when Spring transitions into Summer - there is the promise of the Summer ahead, and it seems like all the flowers are blooming.  This time of year always makes me exc...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/06/lilac-gin-fizz.html

I posted this delicious Milk Punch on Instagram a few weeks back, but I thought it needed a more permanent place to live, the internet! The world is shut down and it's a great time to hone ...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/05/jungle-bird-milk-punch.html

I love Chili Oil - and I know I'm not alone.  I always have a bottle in the kitchen, sourced from my local Asian market.  I'm always looking for fun ways to bridge the gap between culinary...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/05/chili-oil-reposado-old-fashioned.html

When I was just starting this boozy journey and beginning to learn about different types of spirits, I remember being incredibly overwhelmed with options of what to try and what bottles to in...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2020/01/introducing-spirits-network.html

The holidays are officially upon us, which means, holiday party planning.  For those of you looking for an easy-to-prepare punch, I've got just the one for you.  It's made with Boodles Rhub...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/12/strawberry-star-anise-gin-punch.html

It's already starting to get cold here in Colorado, and it's making me dream of escaping to a tropical island far far away with big beach umbrellas and tropical drinks.  While an island esca...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/11/rhum-knickerbocker.html

I've been a fan of The Hangar 1 Distillery for quite a few years now, and have always found their products to be wonderful for cocktails and for sipping.  Their vodka is made from grapes an...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/11/milk-honeycomb-punch.html

I have had the opportunity to travel to Italy on quite a few occasions, some for work, some for school, and others for pleasure.  After every trip I have felt a part of myself shift - and w...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/08/amaro-lucano-affogato.html

I'm continuing my summer trend of imbibing only frozen drinks.  It's working out well. Frozen Palomas have always been one of my favorite on-menu summertime orders, and I wanted to try to r...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/08/paloma-sorbet-floats.html

We’ve officially entered the part of summer where I want everything frozen – namely frozen cocktails.  This cocktail is inspired by the snowcone variations I’ve been seeing at some of ...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/07/watermelon-tequila-sno-cone.html

Summer is officially upon us, and in turn, so are summery cocktails.  Nothing says summer more than Margaritas in my book, especially when spiked with spicy chili liqueur and tropical flavor...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/07/exotic-margarita.html

In my humble opinion, the Toddy is one of the best cocktails ever created.  It’s simple, easy to make, and warms your soul in more than one way.  As you know, I love finding new ways to ...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2019/01/hibiscus-lemongrass-tequila-toddy.html

It’s Citrus Season!!  My most favorite produce season of the year!  I’ve been loading up on all the exotic citrus coming into the market, especially fresh yuzu the Japanese citrus that ...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/12/yuzu-tequila-sour.html

Prosecco has quickly become one of my favorite bottles to always stock in my fridge.  It’s great to sip on its own, it’s an essential ingredient in a spritz, and it’s absolutely divine...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/12/mionetto-miomosa-party.html

I’ve been really inspired by all the fresh apples that are in season right now, and even at the small market in our town, we’ve been getting a great selection.  Honeycrisp (my favorite fo...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/12/apple-y-prosecco-spritz.html

Yes, I know fall is upon us - but trust me - you're going to want to bookmark this recipe for next summer.  It's ah.mazing. I recently saw that you can use your ice cream maker to make...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/10/ice-cream-maker-froze.html

This summer I have been working with the French Ministry of Agriculture to feature some of the products the organization represents, specifically cheese and wine (I know, my job is tough...)...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/10/ginger-pinot-blanc-spritz.html

I have a serious question for you: is there anything better than wine and cheese?  Yeah, I didn't think so. One of favorite things about visiting France is enjoying the fresh bread and lo...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/09/french-wine-and-cheese.html

I know I've waxed on about how much I love 1888 Rum before , but I'm here to do it again.  Not only because I love this rum that drinks like a whisk(e)y; sweet while at the same time dry a...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/09/1888-rum-over-coconut-water-ice.html

Exciting news!  I was recently featured in IMBIBE MAGAZINE, sharing some of my favorite places to drink (and eat) in the Vail Valley .  If you ever come to Vail - for skiing or a summer es...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/08/gastronomista-in-imbibe-magazine.html

Continuing the Gastronomista CAMPARI AMERICA SPIRITED CONNECTIONS INTERVIEW SERIES , this month is a conversation about mentorship with one of the best in the business, James Beard Award nomin...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/07/jeffrey-morgenthaler.html

In case you haven't noticed, it's gorgeous out there.  It's officially rosé season, and it's time to load up your fridge for the duration of the summer. I love a glass of crisp, extra dr...

http://www.gastronomista.com/2018/06/rose-season-entertaining.html