For this cocktail, I was inspired by my first novel THE LOVE FOOL. This recipe was featured in the book club edition of THE LOVE FOOL, and in the summer 2020 issue of Sip the Magazine. The color of this…
Risotto Beatrice Quasi-Sbagliato
Inspired by a scene in my novel A MISTAKE INCOMPLETE, this was the risotto a hopeless, distraught, and disappointed Beatrice cooked to distract herself from her thoughts. The recipe follows the technique for a classic saffron risotto – otherwise known…
Ten Noir Films To Watch
This post has been updated on January 31, 2024. As you may have read in many marketing pieces, interviews or heard in my livestream, my novel A MISTAKE INCOMPLETE is inspired by classic and modern film noir; which I enjoy…
Ginger Negroni Spritz
For this take on a quasi-Negroni, I swapped vermouth with Domaine de Canton ginger liqueur – a French liqueur made with ginger, vanilla, and honey, offering a sweet and spicy flavor to the drink. I also spritz up the cocktail…
Summer Snowman
This winter-inspired cocktail was created for a special appearance on the Sips and Songs with Jacyn and Joey – a musical live-stream series in 2020. I was asked to create a holiday/winter concoction using a nut-based milk substitute. Inspired by…
Il Ladro a Riposo cocktail
The mint and licorice flavor of Fernet Branca mixed with whiskey and honey gives this drink a subtle resemblance of a refreshing iced tea. Topped off with a club soda turns it into a refreshing autumn sipper. In creating this drink, I imagined…