Maggie Hoffman
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Campari Spritz Recipe
In Speakeasy, Jason Kosmas and Dushan Zaric of Employees Only say that Campari Spritz is the predecessor of the popular Aperol Spritz: "Whereas the Aperol version is soft, the Campari version is bold and assertive." → Read More
A Hill of Beans, and How I Cooked Them
The key to eating great beans: Soak them whenever you think of it, and let each pot be the source of several different meals. → Read More
Ratterwick Punch (Sparkling Gin, Aperol, and Grapefruit Cocktail) Recipe
Gin, fresh grapefruit, Aperol, and sparkling wine unite for this gently bitter and incredibly refreshing cocktail. Its big-batch size makes it perfect for parties and crowds. → Read More
Unusual Negroni (Aperol, Lillet, and Gin Cocktail) Recipe
A lighter, mellower Negroni, made with Aperol and Lillet. → Read More
Bored With Maple? 26 Toppings for Your Pancakes
For some people, a stack of pancakes is all about purity: just the delicate crispy edges and tender center of each carefully-cooked round, showcasing a simple homemade batter and the flavor of butter. Real maple syrup is the only acceptable topping. And then there are those of us who like to play with our food, who want to change up our pancake routine and experiment with unusual toppings and… → Read More
Blender, Meet G&T: Frozen Gin and Tonics Are Your New Signature Summer Drink
Bright and tart and oh-so-cooling, this frozen gin and tonic is the summer refresher you didn't know you needed. → Read More
How to Batch Cocktails for a Crowd
As fun as it can be to mix individual cocktails from scratch, being stuck behind your makeshift bar at a party isn't the best way to be a gracious host (or have fun). Here's what you need to know to batch cocktails in advance, allowing you to mix a large quantity at once, chill it down, and serve it stress-free. → Read More
Ask a Sommelier: How to Pair Wine With Salads
When it comes to wine pairing, salads can be tricky: a salad that's dressed with something tart can knock out the flavor of the wine you're trying to enjoy. We asked a few sommeliers from around the country for their tips on the best wines to serve with salads, and all the factors to consider when pairing. → Read More
Bitter, Bold, and Beautiful: 9 Negroni Variations for Cocktail Lovers
These days, the Negroni is a category of its own, with bartenders around the country (and the globe) riffing on the basic recipe. You can likely find a cousin of the classic Negroni at any good cocktail bar near you, but now you can also make them at home. Here are nine fresh variations that we're currently falling in love with, plus links to some of our old favorites. → Read More
Why You Shouldn't Dine Out on Valentine's Day
Restaurants may be busy pushing their Valentine's Day menus, but when we asked servers, restaurant managers, and chefs, they all argued that going out to eat on Hallmark's favorite holiday is a terrible idea. Here's why. → Read More
French 75 Recipe
The combination of gin, lemon juice, and Champagne brings out the best in each. → Read More
Whiskey + Easy Cranberry Shrub = Your Holiday Pitcher Cocktail
This pitcher cocktail, a crowd-pleasing mix of cinnamon-spiced cranberry shrub and rye whiskey, relies on a few of my favorite tricks for easy cocktails you can make with a single bottle and a trip to the supermarket. → Read More
Choose Your Own Adventure With This Fizzy Holiday Cider Cocktail
A delightfully simple mix of apple cider, lemon, spirit, and fizz that lets you choose your liquor: sweet rum, smoky Scotch, or spicy rye. → Read More
Whiskey + Easy Cranberry Shrub = Your Holiday Pitcher Cocktail
This pitcher cocktail, a crowd-pleasing mix of cinnamon-spiced cranberry shrub and rye whiskey, relies on a few of my favorite tricks for easy cocktails you can make with a single bottle and a trip to the supermarket. → Read More
The Isla Bonita: An Elegant Pineapple Punch Fit for a Crowd
Made-to-order cocktails are not for the anxious host, but that doesn't mean you can't make high-level cocktails when you're entertaining at home. You just need the right recipe, one that tastes fancy but is easily made in a big batch for a crowd. This fizzy pineapple-rum punch, infused with an elegant whiff of vanilla and bright mint, does the trick. → Read More
The Perfect Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Cocktail: Fig and Cinnamon Punch
This warmly spiced make-ahead rum punch, adapted from bartender A. Minetta Gould of Ste. Ellie in Denver, balances the bitterness of black tea with the nutty sweetness of dried figs and rich-but refreshing Madeira. → Read More
Meet Sangaree, the Easy-Drinking Madeira Cocktail That's Perfect for Thanksgiving
The Madeira in this sweet-tart cocktail adds a walnut-like, toffee-laced character and a full texture that doesn't require another spirit to bulk it up. Which is for the best if you want to start your drinking nice and easy at your Thanksgiving meal. → Read More
Beyond Casseroles: What to Cook for New Parents
Early days with a baby are trial and error, and one dinner-hour baby meltdown blurs into another endless fluster-feeding. But there are some kinds of food that really make sense (and a few things baby-visitors should keep in mind.) Here's what I wish I'd asked for. → Read More
15 Quick and Easy Gin Cocktails
With a bottle of gin and a few groceries, you're well on your way to making these 15 simple gin cocktails. → Read More
Turn Your Diablo Cocktail Into a Lemony Tequila Punch
Fruity but not sweet. Tangy but not sour. Fizzy but not weak. Boozy but not heavy. It's a lot to ask of a drink, but this refreshing tequila cocktail-gone-punch makes all the right moves. → Read More