Sweet Escape by Tony Abou-Ganim, The Modern Mixologist

This cocktail was featured and served at the 2008 Grammy after party!

Peppermelon by H. Joseph Ehrmann

The balance of sweet and hot makes this cocktail refreshing with each sip demanding another.

Country Thyme by H. Joseph Ehrmann

The beauty of this cocktail, beyond its refreshing flavor, is threefold: it is simple to prepare yet appears very esoteric (it’s a blueberry lemonade with thyme in it); it is an incredibly versatile formula (you can switch the berry for whatever is in season, or you can change the fruit herb combo to strawberry/mint, strawberry/…

Ruby Chai Appletini by H. Joseph Ehrmann

I love chai and Numi’s Ruby Chai blend with Rooibos makes for a delicious infusion agent in cocktails. The warm rich spice blends superbly with the apple and by infusing we get intense flavor with no added water. The texture of the Gala apple when muddled into sauce consistency gives this drink a velvety, viscous mouthfeel with a…

Jalisco Sunset by John Hogan

AKA Velvet Orange by John Hogan

The Johnny Swizzle by John Hogan

Baby Yellowtail Crudo by Jason Balestrieri

Warm Chocolate Pudding Cakes by Deanie Fox

This is one of my favorites. Relatively easy to make and ridiculously good. Wow them with this one!

Hamachi Crudo with Sharlyn Melon and Mint by Staffan Terje

Don't be intimidated by sushi; this is a great dish you can make for or with your friends. Make sure you request high quality (sushi-grade) hamachi from your seafood store. You will absolutely love this dish and will have a great time making and serving it.

Pan Roasted New York Steak with Roasted Potatoes by Erica Holland-Toll

Try this with my Green Garlic Aioli and Shaved Vegetable Salad; a perfect meal for two. It's very important to use high quality, organic and local ingredients when possible.