FOOD & DRINK EDITOR
HOLIDAY CHEER!
This issue will have you eating, drinking and being merry all month long.
can also be made without spirits by replacing the alcohol with lime seltzer water. Cheers to that! Need a last-minute appetizer idea? Charcuterie on a stick—it's something simple you can present alongside the cocktail. These can be easily made with a variety of local charcuterie meats and cheeses, pickles and olives, and served on a stick. No mess, no fuss! Lastly, we bake. Christmas baking has been a long-standing tradition in our family. My amazing mother has lovingly passed on several desserts that will be served for generations to come. It will only then begin to feel like Christmas in our house. Then we'll sit by the fire waiting for the snow—and Santa. I hope you find some holiday inspiration in this issue—I personally am looking forward to trying Chef Tara's pumpkin gnocchi. P.S. Do what makes you happy—don't wait! Socialize and stay safe this season and see you next year!
Ah, holiday season. A time of visiting good friends you’ve been too busy to see all year, dressing up, giving gifts and general merriment. There are a few yearly traditions I like to include to get into the spirit at our house. Sending Christmas and holiday cards to friends and family is one of the first things I do. Even shopping for the perfect cards is part of the ritual— complete with a handwritten greeting that's mailed out three weeks before Christmas. Next, we like to attend a local parade. Music, lights, colours and candy canes—and the highly anticipated wave from ole St. Nick himself. On to the meal planning—because let's be honest, it's all about the food and drink during the holidays. A good drink recipe is essential this time of year to have on hand when friends pop in to see you. The great thing is, this Cranberry St. Germain can be made with other spirits as well as Prosecco for a little extra bubble. This
Jackie Herbert Food & Drink Editor jherbert@pei-living.ca (Photo: Evan Herbert)
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Cheers!
CRANBERRY ST. GERMAIN INGREDIENTS 1 lime (zest and 1/2-ounce juice) 1 tbs sugar for rimming glass Ice cubes 2 oz vodka 1 oz elderflower liqueur such as St. Germain 1 oz cranberry juice Frozen cranberries for serving
METHOD Add drink ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Shake to combine and pour into the glass. Garnish as desired, and ENJOY! These can also be made for a large crowd in a punch bowl or pitcher.
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