Romance, Red and Hues of Provence (February 8 – February 14, 2015)

Romance and the color red have long-been in very serious relationship. Personally, I prefer hues of purple; but, cupid has his daring way every year. So, it is only fitting that I share Michael’s famous Raspberry Martini recipe and thoughts of Provence that I wrote for Michael. Happy Valentine’s Day! © Kelly McBride Loft
Michael’s Raspberry Martini (makes 2 drinks)
Mulch 12 fresh raspberries with a mortar & pestle. Add the crushed raspberries to a cocktail shaker with 3 jiggers of vodka, 1/2 jigger of extra dry vermouth, 1/2 jigger of Grand Mariner , 1/2 jigger of Chambord with ice. Shake vigorously and strain through a sieve to remove all of the raspberry seeds. Garnish with a whole fresh raspberry per glass.
A Toast To The Painted Hues of Purple in Provence
Dress me in my amethyst chapeau and meet me at Café Le Tilleul escaping to the hills of Provence’s bountiful bouquets. Breath in the lavender, lilac and Cabernet Sauvignon. With a click of the stems from our Bordeaux wine glasses, let the wind gather Chambord painted iris and crocus stems just for our kiss and our night high on the shrub-filled knoll of Saint-Paul de Vence. © Kelly McBride Loft

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