By this time of the summer, herb gardens are robust and we're still happily devouring guacamole with fresh cilantro and bruschetta with fresh basil. But I'm also eager to use these fragrant and flavorful green beauties in other ways. So it got me thinking... surely there are amazing drink recipes with fresh herbs to be enjoyed. I scoured the web for some recipies; links are below the photos. Cheers!
Local restaurant Salut Bar Américain makes one of my favorite drinks year-round, the Froggystyle, which uses Hendricks gin, muddled cucumber and mint, and a slice of lime. Délicieux! And by the way, their hand-cut pomme frites with Bearnaise sauce are soooooo yummy ("Best Fries in the Twin Cities" by Mpls/St. Paul Magazine.) The rest of the menu is terrific, too.
From around the web:
American craft beer is invading Europe.
It's Mpls.St.Paul Magazine's Restaurant Week in the Twin Cities. Go here for a list of great deals.
Tips for storing fresh herbs.
Indoor garden ideas. The herb chandelier is amazing.
How to picnic in Paris. And a list of top food trucks, in Paris.
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| Pimm's Cup with fresh mint |
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| Lemon Lavender Gin Fizz |
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| Cilantro Mojito |
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| Basil Julep |
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| The Green Lantern with parsley |
