Life In Pleasantville
Food, Travel, Life
For many years Costa Rica was thought of as a travel haven for backpackers and thrill seekers. There were very few all-inclusive resorts and it was just not a “Family Travel” destination. This’s all changing! Central America has become a much sought after travel destination and Costa Rica is leading the way. Several years ago my husband …
This recipe for a Cranberry Mojito has been a summer favourite around here ever since a friendly server at our local watering hole succumbed to my pleas and divulged the recipe. I share it often because I’m generous that way, plus it lets me use the word “muddle,” which, and I don’t care who you …
Easter Brunch is one of my favorite things. I think because it is an official sign that summer is finally on it’s way. The colors of Easter are pretty and fun. Brunch in itself is FABOOSH because it is served late enough in the morning it is more than acceptable to have a cocktail. After …
Someone told be the other day how many shopping days were left until Christmas and I nearly fell over. How did this happen? Where was I? I hate when holiday hell just sneaks up on you like that. I need time to get my brain ready long before I can think of actually making plans …
Meet my new favourite drink, the Grand Raspberry Fizz—a cocktail that has me rethinking how versatile Grand Marnier can be. Honestly, no one was more surprised than me to discover Grand Marnier as the star attraction in a drink. Typically, I’ve kept it in the background as a flavour booster, giving a subtle orange kick …
