Originally posted 2005-09-10 22:59:51

Okay, today I have been experimenting in the kitchen … in Alton Brown’s I’m Just Here for More Food is a recipe for Whole Wheat Beer Bread. But, I did not have whole wheat flour or bread flour (and was too lazy to go buy some). So, I searched online till I found a beer bread recipe that I liked … and that I could combine with Alton’s recipe.

Then, the experimenting started … (Note: this is a great way to relieve stress and procrastinate) Read the rest of this entry »

Have you ever wondered how your grandma made jam or lemon meringue pie? Well, there is a new website to help you … check out WCG. It is loading with video recipes from grandmother’s around the world! For a couple examples, check out:

~ Nanna Ruth’s Blackcurrant Jam & Scones
~ Jalapeno Cornbread
~ Jemeela’s Naan Bread

This morning Jill made me pancakes! It was one of the first times that Jill has made me breakfast and they were very good. We based the recipe on a Nigella recipe but with a few additions … Read the rest of this entry »

Okay, well last night, I was totally lost about finding a good drink that could be a St Cross Special for the bar. Then, I did some random surfing and searching (yeah, Google & Cocktail.com!!!) and found an interesting recipe that is simply but also looks like it would taste great! The recipe comes from Topeka, Kansas at a B&B there and was originally called Lady Godiva’s Nipples - sold in pairs.

Lady Godiva’s Nipples
1 part Godiva White Chocolate Liqueur
1 part Chambord, Black Raspberry Liqueur

Doesn’t that sound good? Plus, it would be close to the right colors for the St Cross - white & purple - especially if I can get it to layer, which the original creator tried but failed at.

Well, before I get too excited, I need to do two things:
1. Taste it.
2. See if I can get it to layer (but for this, I have an idea … chill the Godivas in the fridge to make it denser and this also has the effect of requiring no ice to chill the drink)

I will post more on my progress with this drink …

Okay, to be honest, the quest for a signature drink for the St Cross College Bar has me stumped. I need something that is purple and nice to drink. It could be a long drink or a short drink, but it needs to be purple and taste good. That leads me to Purple Jesus. It is a decent mixed drink and it fits the bill …

Purple Jesus
2 parts Vodka
1 part Ginger Ale
1 part Grape Juice

But, I have a couple of problems with this drink. First, we do not currently carry grape juice behind the bar. This is not a large problem, but since we have a problem trying to sale the juice that we currently carry, stocking another juice is not the best bet. Beyond that, I would like to have a drink that is either completely unique or at least exotic! So, I guess that the search will continue for another St Cross signature drink …