January 2012

Irish Up Your Mornings

You don't have to wait until Saint Paddy's Day to start your day with a little Irish in you. Irish coffee is a tried and true favorite for morning, noon or night. There is nothing like a creamy cup of goodness to wake you up after a large dinner as you sit back with friends, or as a weekend treat with a late and lazy breakfast. A lot of people seem to think that all you need to do is dump some Bailey's into your normal brew, but if you want a truly enjoyable cuppa there's a bit more involved.

Kampai! Bring on the Sake

 

I know winter has hit my hometown when my husband busts out the kettle and out sake set. Cold evenings are spent with friends around the table, talking, laughing and sometimes playing cards. They are made all the more warmer with a bit of warm sake to put a fire in the belly and loosen the tongue.