The older I get the less I want to leave the house on New Year's Eve. I have come to call it amateur night. It's a night where everyone is out and about drinking not just a little bit, but A LOT. Not only this, but most of these people are people that really don't… Continue reading The Boozy Guide to NYE at Home
Category: Cocktail of the Day
Inspiration: National Hot Cocoa Day
December 13. Midway through the month, less than ten days away from the Winter Solstice. I can't think of a better day than this for National Hot Cocoa Day. There is nothing better than a cozy day inside, watching fat snowflakes floating to the earth from a frosty window. Fire burning, lights twinkling on the… Continue reading Inspiration: National Hot Cocoa Day
Basic Cocktails 101
So far in this blog when I talk cocktails it's usually something I have created myself. I love that I can share these concoctions with you and receive your feedback! Nothing makes me feel better than when I invent something that puts a smile on someone's face. I do realize though, that we all have… Continue reading Basic Cocktails 101
Cocktail of the Day: The Easy Eden
I have always loved grapefruit so when Ketel One came out with their new Botanicals Vodkas, I was naturally excited for the Grapefruit Rose vodka. I recently bought a bottle, and let me tell you, it's nice. It is every bit as smooth as you would expect a Ketel One vodka to be. I was a… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day: The Easy Eden
Cocktail of the Day: The Equinox
My absolute favorite season is Autumn. I love the earthy smell of the falling leaves and the damp soil. I love the chill in the air reminding us that winter is coming. I love the comfort food that we are drawn to when the temperature falls. Most of all I love Mother Nature's fiery gown… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day: The Equinox
Cocktail of the Day
Maybe you are one of those people that gets a taste of the cooler weather and instantly longs for Spring to roll around again. Maybe you dread the coming winter. That's ok. Not everyone loves the cold. I have the perfect hot tea cocktail for you warm weather lovers to enjoy on these longer, colder… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day
Cocktail of the…NIGHT
It's 1:30am and I can't sleep. This isn't a good thing at all since I have to be up in four hours. I'm not sure how many of you out there have a spouse who is a violent sleeper, but if you don't, be thankful. I spend a lot of these nights on the sofa,… Continue reading Cocktail of the…NIGHT
Cocktail of the Day…after a hangover
Hello everyone! I'm so sorry I missed yesterday's cocktail, but honestly, I was hungover and didn't even want to think about drinks. I kept trying to make myself get off the sofa and come over and write a post, but it just wasn't happening. It's been raining for days in Kansas City, so Friday night… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day…after a hangover
Cocktail of the Day and Welcome!
Hey everyone! I'm Mrs. Pillar. I welcome you to my new blog! I am married to my best friend, and we live in Kansas City, MO. I am a stay-at-home wife who loves to cook, knit, decorate, and figure out crazy little ways to make our home beautiful, on a budget, but above all, I… Continue reading Cocktail of the Day and Welcome!
