Thinking of Drinking: Apple Cider Moscow Mule

This cocktail is perfect for fall.  It is refreshing and delicious.  Cheers!

Thinking of Drinking: Orange Crush

Boy, I'm craving one of these!  Feel like you're relaxing on the water near the Eastern Shore, VA by mixing up one of Mallards at the Wharf's refreshing Orange Crush cocktails.  

Thinking of Drinking: Carrot Cake Shooter

Photo by Jessica Patterson

This Easter, add a little alcohol to your dessert.  I'm always a fan of festive cocktails and Easter is no exception.  I'll be making my Aunt Linda's Award Winning Carrot Cake, but I thought I'd have a little fun and make these shooters as well.  It will be the perfect welcome treat as my guests arrive.  Bottoms up! 

Thinking of Drinking: Christmas Party Punch

Get this punch ready for the holidays!

8 Romantic Cocktails for Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is coming up fast.  Add some Romance to your evening with sexy cocktails.  

12 Days of Christmas Cocktails: 9 Ladies Dancing

Photo by Jessica Patterson

Happy New Year!  I'm back from a nice break.  I hope all of you had a wonderful holiday season.  I hope your 2019 brings lots of joy and laughter.  Thank you for continuing to read Capital Cooking!

12 Cocktails of Christmas: 4 Calling Birds

On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me... 4 Calling Birds

12 Cocktails of Christmas: 3 French Hens

On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me...

12 Cocktails of Christmas: 2 Turtle Doves

On the Second Day of Christmas my true love gave to me...

The 12 Cocktails of Christmas: A Partridge in a Pear Tree

Photo by Kristen Finn

Merry Christmas!  Find this and more in the Capital Cooking Cookbook.  On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me...

2018 Holiday Gift Guide

This article is not geared towards kids, but I just thought this was cute.  :)

The holidays are right around the corner so it is time to start thinking about finding the perfect gifts for the ones you love. I'll continue adding more products as I review them. If you'd like your product considered, please email me at capitalcooking@gmail.com. Happy Holidays!

Thinking of Drinking: Tootsie Roll

With Halloween right around the corner, you need to have some fun shots ready.   Think trick-or-treat candy... how about a Tootsie Roll Shot? 

Thinking of Drinking: Vampire's Blood Halloween Punch

It is getting close to Halloween again.  Time for a party and time for a Halloween punch.  This Vampire's Blood is perfect for a party because guests can serve themselves.

Thinking of Drinking: Pumpkin Pie Martini

This martini is so good that I make pitchers of it for Halloween.  It tastes just like pumpkin pie, but much more fun!  This recipe and more are available in the Capital Cooking Cookbook.  

Thinking of Drinking: Tuscan Lemon Drop

We recently filmed a new episode of Capital Cooking called, "Under the Tuscan Stars."  I came up with a delicious recipe to go with the food.  This Tuscan Lemon Drop has the perfect herbal-lemon flavor. 

Thinking of Drinking: Flirtini

Make yourselves some cocktails before dinner.

Thinking of Drinking: Carrot Cocktail

Celebrate spring with this fresh carrot drink.  Keep it out of reach if you see Peter Rabbit.

Thinking of Drinking: Chocolate Easter Bunny

Rather than loading up on lots of Easter candy, get your chocolate fix by making one of these Chocolate Easter Bunny cocktails.  If you don't have Diep 9, you could use an alternative chocolate and vanilla cordial liqueur.

Dining Out: NEW Insta-Worthy Restaurant in Clarendon

Wilson Hardware, a three-tiered contemporary American restaurant and lounge, has opened in Arlington! In the heart of downtown Clarendon and a ten minute uber from the Georgetown waterfront, this chic bar is THE new hotspot! 

Thinking of Drinking: Cajun Mary

You might need one of these to get through Inauguration Day!  Numb the pain with a really good Bloody Mary.  Lucky for us, Scott Clime of Acadiana, shared his secret recipe.