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Why Did You Eat That: Summer Sipping

By Kirsten|July 15th, 2009|Recipes, Why Did You Eat That?|

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I’m like a college kid on summer vacation this year. Needless to say, this has allowed me to hone my cocktail mixing skills. Sad, but true. However, my “adversity” equals your quenched thirst. Below are a few of my favorite summer cocktails sure to be a hit at your next summer soire.

Ginger Pineapple Heaven (seriously is like heaven in a glass)

Canton Ginger

Pineapple juice

Pineapple slice

Mix 1 part Canton Liquer, 2 parts pineapple juice in a martini shaker with ice. Shake and pour. Garnish with a pineapple chunk. Experience heaven.

St. Germain Cocktail

St. Germain

White wine (I suggest something dry)

Club Soda

Fill glass with ice. Add one part St. Germain, 2 parts white wine, and a splash of club soda. Note: Can also be made using prosecco.

The John Daly (Get it??)

Firefly Sweet Tea Vodka

Lemonade

Fill a glass with ice. Pour in 1/2 Firefly Vodka, 1/2 lemonade. Stir and enjoy. For an extra kick, you can add a splash of club soda.

Kiki’s Special Sangria

**This is a (very) loose take on the sangria from Trata in Water Mill. You can get the recipe for their sangria, but they have some very unique ingredients that are basically impossible to find.

4 bottles Sauvignon Blanc

1 bottle White Zinfandel

10 oz. Triple Sec

6 oz. 7 Star Brandy

1 cup sugar

6 oz. Pomegranate juice

6 oz. 7Up

Fresh fruit cut into cubes or small slices. You can use whatever you like, but realize it will effect the way your sangria tastes. Apples, pears, grapes, pineapple, mango all work well.

Combine all wine, liquor and sugar in a large glass container. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Add fruit, pomegranate juice, and 7up and stir again. Refrigerate over night for flavors to combine. (If you can’t wait that long- it’s still fine to drink right away).

Cheers!

xx,

WhyDid

Beauty Buzz: The Skinny on Yerba Mate

By Kirsten|July 14th, 2009|Beauty Buzz|

As we all know, there is no quick fix for losing weight (well, at least not one that doesn’t involve scalpels and lasers). However, there are things they may aid in your battle with the bulge. One of these little tricks is an old South American tradition that is as easy as switching from coffee to tea.

South Americans are known for being fit and sexy. One reason for this, other than genetics, could be attributed to a daily ritual involving drinking a tea made from a species of holly called yerba mate. The leaves are collected, dried, steeped in hot water and then sipped from a dried gourd through a bombilla (fancy straw).

So what is all the fuss about? Well, yerba mate gives you energy like coffee and other caffeinated drinks, but without the jittery feelings and a more sustained effect. Researchers have also found that yerba mate is rich in antioxidants, vitamins (including A, C, E, and B’s), and minerals (iron, calcium, potassium, and zinc) as well as acting as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and yes– what you’ve been waiting for– a thermogenic (burns fat). Additional benefits include mental clarity as well as acting as a mood enhancer.

While people still drink yerba mate the traditional way (a la gourd and bombilla) you can also purchase tea bags for easy brewing. Like other teas, it can be sweetened with sugar or honey (I prefer mine with a little lemon). So if you’re willing to give up your morning coffee, I really can’t see the downside. It’s cheaper than Starbucks.

xx,

WhyDid

I’m Baaaack…

By Kirsten|July 13th, 2009|Uncategorized|

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After a brief hiatus (ever heard of the quarter life crisis?), I am back and in full effect. As I spent some quality time on the terrace perfecting my tan (always with SPF, people), plowing through some “summer reading”, and sipping on some summer cocktails, I also did a little deep thinking. There comes a point in every young woman’s life where she begins to reassess all aspects of her life- her relationships, her career (or lack thereof), and where she’s headed. While I won’t get into the nitty gritty personal details of my own quarter life crisis, I will leave you with this:

“Just because they make it in your size, doesn’t mean you should wear it.”

I realize that sounds like a pretty straightforward statement, but let’s go a little deeper here. Not only am I suggesting that wearing something unflattering for your figure is a bad call, but also that just because you “can” do something doesn’t mean that you should. For example, they say the reason that men cheat and dogs lick their balls is because “they can.” Well, in my book, neither of these are particularly appealing or socially acceptable. My point is, don’t do something that doesn’t feel right. It may or may not “fit” but how does it look? Hows does it feel?

Just something to think about. Carry on.

xx,

WhyDid

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