Summer Cocktail Series: The Persian Persuader

I've got to thank my Aussie friend Michael for this one. 


Now, I'm not sure where the legend started, but a long, long time ago in a hotel lobby far, far away the saga begins. (I didn't know it was possible to be in the middle-of-nowhere yet somehow be close to the second biggest mall in the country). 

Eggplant Bruschetta

It's the weekend! And you've got a hot date coming up. Way to go, big guy. We'd fist bump, but over the computer that'd just be weird.

So, you've got a lady friend and you've managed to talk her into a dinner at your place date. Now, if this is an early date in your budding romance, or if it's an old flame, a date night in can be invigorating. Either way, it's good to keep a few things in mind. Besides cleaning your place up, one of the most important things about these dates is the planning.

Enjoy Some Love Mussels

OYSTERS HAVE ALWAYS been considered an aphrodisiac, but their cousins the mussel are frequently overlooked.

This is a shame.

Mussels and bread? A match made in heaven.

Mussels are sophisticated, their plump morsels of meat briny and delicate. Steamed in a wine broth and finished with butter and parsley they approach perfection.