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Foodies come in all shapes and sizes and they all love one or all of the glories of being a Foodie.  Some love to fine dine all the time, some like to bake, others love to create dishes and some just love to entertain.  

Hosting a fabulous dinner party or cocktail party is a great way to entertain.  Cocktails both the old-fashioned kind and the very nuevo concoctions are BIG right now.  There’s been a flurry of retro bars and saloons touting their single malt liquors  and the latest blackberry/sour apple flavored vodka martini with a cherry on top.

And now we have the layered cocktail also known as Rainbow cocktail,  a drink that is often composed of syrups, juices and liquors.  And Williams Sonoma has come up with the perfect tool so all of us at-home bartenders can whip up such libations as a Blue Lagoon, White Russian or Tequila Sunrise.  It is called the The Rainbow Cocktail, Layering Tool.

Here is a description of what it does and how to do it! 

Dazzle guests with layered cocktails that look brilliant and taste divine. It’s simple with the ingenious Rainbow Cocktail™ layering tool. Rest the funnel on top of the glass and follow the simple directions to pour syrups, juices and liquor. The funnel slows the pour while the float gently distributes each layer—the result is a vibrant cocktail or layered coffee drink that looks master-crafted.
Create professional-looking layered drinks.
Use with hot or chilled liquids.
Simply pour liquors in order from heaviest to lightest density—simple, illustrated directions make it easy.
Includes recipes for Irish Coffee, White Russian, Tequila Sunrise, Blue Lagoon and more.

Available at $19.95

Layered and Lovely

Layered and Lovely

 

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This image shows a red wine glass.

Could be Chianti, or a Bordeaux or a Pinot Noir Mmmmm

Today’s the day to celebrate the grape! Nectar of the gods, fruit of the vine, delightful, delectable and divine is WINE.

I grew up in an Italian household so drinking red wine with meals was de riguer and when I was married the first time, we drank red table wine every night with our dinner.  It’s funny to think back on that now as it seems it was truly another lifetime ago….

Here’s what Punchbowl has to say about today:

National Wine Day

Today is National Wine Day! Wine has been an important part of human history and culture for thousands of years. Regardless of whether you prefer red, white, pinot, or cabernet, everyone can appreciate today’s celebration. Spread the news about this unique occasion with a free Wine Day eCard!

Archaeologists in Speyer, Germany discovered the oldest bottle of wine in existence while excavating two Roman stone sarcophaguses in 1867. The bottle dates back to at least 325 AD! It is now on display at the History Museum of the Pfalz in Germany.

To celebrate National Wine Day, find out if there are any events going on at your local winery or plan your very own wine tasting party for you and your friends!

However, if wine is not your thing, other reasons to celebrate today include, National Brown-Bag-It Day, National Tap Dance Day and International Geek Pride Day.   So if you’re going to the office today, bring your lunch, tap dance down the hall and give your IT guy a hug!

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