When given the option, I usually choose a crisp glass of rosé, a white-wine spritzer, or a refreshingly fruity cocktail on a hot summer afternoon or balmy evening. But, every once in a while, I crave a icy cold summer beer. Something light, fizzy, and thirst-quenching... ...read more
I have a confession to make. I tried Rosé for the first time with the Momtrends team last summer. I know right, crazy?! For some reason I was always a little nervous about trying it. I always stuck to reds or whites (or margaritas). But, once I had that first glass of Rosé I ...read more
I may not go in for all those special days of the month (I can skip National Corn on the Cob Day), but I do make special room for National Rosé Day. This June we are celebrating the holiday with a fresh Strawberry Peach Sparkling Frosé Recipe that is the perfect way to kick off ...read more
Happy weekend, friends! It's the first Saturday of spring, and we're ready to celebrate, regardless of the wet weather we may be experiencing in New York. Sunshine and warm weather will be here before you know it-- the calendar mandates it, after all. And so we're embracing the ...read more
The most amazing time of year is here. Yep, I'm talking about strawberry season! Here in the south, even though it has been a bit rocky this year with the weather, the strawberries are coming into season. Related: Watermelon slush cocktail recipe The roadside stands are popping ...read more
Being married to a former college ball player means March Madness is kind of a big deal in our house. He may have gone the baseball route when it came to his pro career, but basketball is still one of his first loves, so you can bet that the tournament is on from start to finish ...read more
As promised last week, this week I'm featuring a green cocktail for St. Patrick's Day. This boozy matcha shake is such a treat for the warmer weather. Refreshing and sweet, it's perfect for spring. Related: Three green cocktails for St. Patrick's Day A definite indulgence and a ...read more
Who needs some last minute Valentine's Day ideas? Come on. Raise your hands! Valentine's Day just snuck up on me this year. Does anyone else feel that way? I got sick last month (check out how I survived the flu) and that carried over into this month, so I haven't done the normal ...read more
Let the Super Bowl countdown (and content!) begin! This next week, we'll be sharing lots of recipes, roundups, ideas, and inspiration... and we're kicking off (get it?) the celebration with two unexpected and totally refreshing drinks to serve at your fun football-game affair. ...read more
Midsummer gardens are beginning to explode with fruits, berries, and fresh produce and this fact always makes me thirsty! I drink from my garden as often as I eat from it, and this "garden to glass" lifestyle has begun to change the way I walk through a farmer's market, read a ...read more
Cinco de Mayo is mañana, and we're excited to celebrate with chips, guac, and festive drinks. It's going to be one heck of a Sunday Fun-Day, and we've rounded up three fizzy and fabulous cocktail recipes to make the fiesta extra fun! Enjoy! Related: Check out these Cinco de Mayo ...read more
Cupid's cocktails--that's what I'm calling these three delicious drink recipes. Sweet, bright, and PINK, they'll surely inspire feelings of fuzzy love and buzzy delight come Valentine's Day. Whether you're planning a Galentine's dinner or romantic tête-à-tête with your plus-one, ...read more
Can you believe Halloween has come and passed? That means one thing, the holidays are quickly approaching. And, we all know what that means, our willpower will be tested over and over again. We will be inundated with sweets, carbs, and cocktails galore. Of course, we want to ...read more
If you follow along with my cocktail column here on Momtrends, you already know that I am HUGE brunch fan. Brunch, for me, conjures up images of bellinis, mimosas, and bloody Marys. While I'm a big fan of the first two, the Bloody Mary has never been a cocktail I've liked. Until ...read more
September in the South is, in my opinion, still summer. The eighties and nineties always prevail and make the traditional fall flavors that I crave so much slightly out of reach. As much as I want to relax and sip on some hot cider, at the moment, I still need something iced. ...read more
Now that we are getting back into the swing of school, sports, and homework, life is a bit more hectic than it was in the summertime. If you are anything like me, this means extra coffee. After the first few weeks, I've adjusted to the routine fairly well. It's those first weeks ...read more
Savor and hold on to the last moments of summer with these creamy and delightful strawberries and cream shooters. Everyone will love this signature dessert shooter at your Labor Day cookout this weekend (and check out this manicure idea for the weekend). I honestly can't imagine ...read more
Uh-oh, ladies, my roots are showing...my southern roots that is. This bourbon peach thyme sweet tea cocktail screams summertime in the south. A celebration of summer flavors pairs perfectly to quench your thirst. I bet you cannot enjoy a sip without letting an "ahhhh" slip ...read more
Recently, my family and I enjoyed a week-long stay at a premier resort in Myrtle Beach South Carolina. We make an annual trip there and love every second we get to soak up the sun and sand. This year, I enjoyed a delightful and crisp cocktail sitting by the pool. It was a ...read more
Who wants to add some new ways to eat peaches to their summer menu? I don't know about you, but I'm always looking for new and exciting ways I can incorporate my favorite fruit into my summer diet. Because if there is one fruit, besides watermelon, that totally embody summer for ...read more
Mojitos are classic Cuban drinks that are as refreshing as they are delicious. Traditionally, the recipe is a combination of lime, mint, sugar, white rum, and club soda. Together these ingredients combine to create a fizzy magical elixir to help you conquer the hottest days of ...read more
Summer is all about slowing down and spending time with family and friends. Cookouts reign supreme during this sweltering season, but sometimes, parties are more formal. And what better than a classy craft cocktail for your more intimate dinner parties. This blackberry sage gin ...read more
Do you have a favorite frozen cocktail? Do you prefer sugary sweet cocktails or cocktails where other flavors come through? If you love frozen cocktails and a lovely balanced flavor where the rum shines through, this frozen Mai Tai cocktail is for you. Related: Paloma cocktail ...read more
Can you believe the Fourth of July is almost here? Time is progressing so quickly I can hardly believe it myself. And what does the upcoming holiday mean? It means you need a good Independence Day cocktail. It's all about the cookouts and cocktails! And this summer cocktail is ...read more
