Being a mother is incredibly rewarding, but it’s also incredibly exhausting! And when you need a break, you could just pour a glass of wine when the kids are in bed and enjoy a few blissful, uninterrupted minutes of peace. But why not indulge a little more with a fancy cocktail that’s perfect for exactly the childhood moment that’s drained your energy with a drink recipe from Mommy Mixology by Janet Frongillo?
This fun little cocktail recipe book features refreshing libations that will take you from pregnancy (mocktails anyone?) right up until school days with drinks for every possible insane mommy moment in between. I received a copy of the book to review and not only is it full of tasty beverages, it’s also a very enjoyable read!
I loved the cute anecdotes that accompanied every recipe. From kids bursting out with overheard profanity to adults blurting out inappropriate questions, every disaster has a drink to accompany the moment in Mommy Mixology! Since my boys are both leaving the house for school this year (though Benjamin’s playschool classes are only two days a week), the speed with which my boys are growing is something that’s been on my mind. So I decided to celebrate the passing of time with a Sayonara Shandy. [Read more...]
Ah summer! The time of outdoor gatherings, family vacations, seasonal menus and refreshing beverages! I love a sparkling cold drink in the summertime, but I’ve never been a fan of what too much soda does to my teeth or my waistline! So when I received a package of 
Nothing says summer like the arrival of May Long Weekend and if you’ve been hunting for tips and drink recipes to make the first long weekend of the summer as “cool” as it can be, you’re in luck! Minute Maid has partnered with the experts in the Canadian Living test kitchen to create some delicious and refreshing drinks to keep you cool when you’re firing up the barbeque, heading out on the boat or entertaining your friends this weekend! For a tasty drink with minimal work, an ice-cold “Lime in the Coconut” Cocktail is sure to be a hit with both young and old! 
