Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 16, 2016

Bloody Mary and Boozy Brunch - The Drinking Press - Episode 5




Who is Bloody Mary? How did this drink become immortalized as a brunch staple in the U.S.?  In this episode, The Drinking Press faces the mysterious Bloody Mary, the famed tomato juice and vodka based, cold beverage bosom buddied with brunch (alliteration FTW!).

Bec and Char dive into the murky origins of the Bloody Mary, its history, and a delicious and elegant recipe provided by the superb Jeffrey Pogash, author of the book "Bloody Mary."  

Listen by clicking right HERE!



Drinks in this Episode:
Bloody Mary

Links:
Bloody Mary by Jeffrey Pogash
The Cocktail Guru


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Until next month!

Your mates,

The Drinking Press



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Thursday, May 19, 2016

Soju and Authenticity - The Drinking Press - Episode 3



In this episode, The Drinking Press tackles Soju, the burnt liquor. Soju has a long history in Korea, and currently is the most popular spirit in the world. Char talks about his personal experiences with Soju, growing up around the Korean culture that surrounds Soju, and drinking generally.

We also speak to Yong Kim, Sous Chef and Partner at INSA, and Dillon M Mafit, Bar Manager at INSA, for an interesting discussion about authenticity in Korean cuisine and Korean liquor.

Listen Here!

Drinks in this Episode:
Chamisul Classic Soju (375 mL 20.1 ABV)
Yobo Soju (750 mL 23 ABV)

Places:
INSA
328 Douglass St
Brooklyn, NY 11217

Articles:
Soju for the Soul