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Strawberry Mojitos: My Diary of Us

Strawberry Mojitos

The weather dropped forty degrees from the time we went to bed last night until when we woke up this morning.  Whatttttt the whatttt??  Insane, yesterday the promise of Spring was here and just like that, poof...Winter came back to play.  The weather has been crazy all over the country and even though we are all pulling our jackets back out today, I've still got Spring on the brain.  And what better way to will Winter away than with a refreshing strawberry mojito?

I may be pregnant, (if you didn't see my announcement on social media, this is news to you) but that doesn't mean that I can't still enjoy a good mocktail!  And since we are moving at the end of the month I have to get in my cocktail hours with all of my girlfriends before we leave! 

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PostedMarch 5, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
TagsStrawberry Mojitos, Mojito Recipe, Seasonal Cocktails, Strawberry Cocktails, Cocktails, Cheers, Thirsty Thursday
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Summer Cocktails: My Diary of Us

Dreaming of Summer Cocktails

It's been raining here for 4 days straight.  And I know I shouldn't complain because most of you have been living in snow this whole time and compared to that I guess I have had it pretty good.  At least you can play in the snow, you can't play in the rain when it's 35 degrees.  One thing is for sure, either situation calls for cocktails and lately all I can do it dream about summertime and cocktails and bare feet and tan lines and watermelon and all things sunshine!  And since I've been dreaming of summer cocktails, I figure let's talk about some of my favorites so we can pretend it's hot outside and we are sipping on some yummy deliciousness!

Sound like a plan?  Good!  Let's be transported somewhere tropical, somewhere warm, and pretend we can feel the sun warming our skin and can taste a cool drink on our lips...

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PostedFebruary 26, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagscocktails, Thirsty Thursday, Summer Cocktails, Summertime, Refreshing Drinks, Happy Hour, Weekend Drinks, Party Drinks
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Grapefruit French Gimlet: My Diary of Us

Grapefruit French Gimlet

The Oscar's are this weekend and I can't wait to watch the Red Carpet and pick out my favorite dresses of the night!  Yes, I am excited about seeing what movies and actors win for the night, but it's really all about the fashion for me!  I always see where people have Oscar viewing parties, and they seem like so much fun.  My party usually exists of me, some stretchy pants, and my cocktail of choice, and I gotta say it's a pretty good time.  Whether or not you are hosting a viewing party or are like me, and having a little partay for yourself, my Grapefruit French Gimlet is the cocktail you should be drinking! 

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PostedFebruary 19, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagscocktails, gimlet recipe, french gimlet, grapefruit cocktail, Thirsty Thursday, Cheers, Gluten Free
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Strawberry and Pomegranate Champagne: My Diary of Us

Strawberry and Pomegranate Champagne

In case you have been living under a rock, Valentine's Day is Saturday.  And whether you are going out with your girlfriends, or spending it with someone you love, one thing is for sure...you need a great cocktail!  That is a non-negotiable for a day filled with all things lovey dovey and chocolate.  In my opinion, nothing goes better with chocolate than champagne and strawberries! My strawberry and pomegranate champagne cocktail is the perfect addition to your Valentine's Day plans!

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PostedFebruary 12, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagschampagne cocktails, valentine's day, valentine's day cocktails, strawberry cocktails, cheers, thirsty thursday, seasonal drinks
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Citrus Thyme Punch: My Diary of Us

Citrus Thyme Punch

This week has been crazy guys.  We are in the process of looking for a house in Houston and it's kind of exhausting especially when you don't live in the same town.  I had to drive to Houston for the day to look at some neighborhoods in person because we all know that pictures can be deceiving, I picked out my favorites (without Canean because he had to work) and then drove back late Tuesday night.  Yesterday I tried to catch up on my missed day of work and it was cold and rainy and all I wanted to do was take a nap.  Today however, the sun came back to visit and you guessed it, I am still in my citrus obsession phase...so you are getting another citrus drink on this very Thirsty Thursday!  My citrus thyme punch is actually non-alcoholic, but I like to recommend adding a little "suntin suntin" to the mix to make for a killer happy hour.

I know you ladies out there who are carrying a bun in your oven get really jealous (so you have told me) every Thursday when I post cocktails that you can't drink, and I promise I have not been meaning to drive you crazy...but I know it does!  So this week it's all about a mocktail that you can enjoy until that little bundle of joy arrives.  I got your back too mamas.

This is honestly such a delicious punch to mix up a big batch of and have in the fridge.  It's a great pick me up, it's full of vitamins, and it is super refreshing.  And I might have added vodka to mine, which made for a pretty fine cocktail.  And there ain't nothin' wrong with that.

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PostedFebruary 5, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagscitrus season, mocktails, cocktails, seasonal cocktails, citrus cocktails, blood orange recipes, red navel oranges, grapefruits, gluten free, punch recipes, Thirsty Thursday, Cheers
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Spiced Blood Orange and Coconut Daquiris: My Diary of Us

Spiced Blood Orange and Coconut Daquiris

There are many reasons for today's cocktail being a daquiri.  Maybe I'm getting sentimental about leaving Louisiana, maybe it's because the Super Bowl is Sunday, maybe it's because we are in full Mardi Gras swing around here, or perhaps it's because this daquiri is the perfect shade of light pink and would be so pretty on Valentine's Day.  But whatever the reason, you are getting a daquiri today and it's pretty jam up (that means pretty amazing in my hubby's terms.)  My spiced blood orange and coconut daquiri is perfect for a party and is the flavor combination is on point!

To be honest here, you could omit the alcohol and this would be a delicious daquiri turned smoothie that would be perfect as an afternoon pick me up or as part of your breakfast. But let's just add the alcohol here...it's kind of like a jazzed up creamsicle, adult style.  And who doesn't love a creamsicle?  

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PostedJanuary 29, 2015
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesCocktails
Tagsthirsty thursday recipes, super bowl cocktails, valentines day cocktails, mardi gras cocktails, cocktails, blood orange recipes, blood orange cocktails, seasonal recipes, seasonal cocktails, citrus recipes, gluten free
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