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Tommy Centola
Mar 19, 20201 min read
Rum Ramsey from the Bon Ton Cafe
The Rum Ramsey drink was invented at the Bon Ton Cafe. This may or may not be the exact recipe. If not, it is a great copycat. 1 3/4...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 16, 20201 min read
Grasshopper from In the Land of Cocktails
Here is an after dinner drink. It was a favorite of my mom's. 1 ounce green Créme de Menthe 1 ounce Half-and-Half 1/2 ounce white Créme...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 13, 20201 min read
Brake Tag from In the Land of Cocktails
A large amount of Alcohol is consumed during the Carnival season. This wee, I am sharing two drink recipes from the book In the Land of...
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Tommy Centola
May 16, 20191 min read
Bourbon Fruit Slush
Here is a great drink for the summer months. It can be kept frozen for several months. 1 cup Sugar 1 cups Water 1 46oz can Pineapple...
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Tommy Centola
May 13, 20191 min read
Blueberry-Lemon Iced Tea
Hw about a couple of drink recipes this week. The first one is non-alcoholic while Thursday will have plenty of alcohol. 16 ounces frozen...
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Tommy Centola
Jan 17, 20192 min read
King Cake Cocktail
I found this recipe on Louisiana Kitchen and Culture’s website. Just another way to enjoy the flavors of King Cake. KING CAKE COCKTAIL 1...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 1, 20181 min read
Cafe Brulot
I just finished writing my newspaper article on coffee desserts. Since I have a few coffee recipes in my collection, I thought I would...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 5, 20181 min read
Cherry Fresh Lemonade
Lemonade is a great summertime refresher. This recipe is a couple of steps up from what you will find the neighborhood kids selling. 4...
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Tommy Centola
Jul 2, 20181 min read
Non-Alcoholic Mojoitos
The summer heat is upon us. Everyone is looking for a way to cool off. This week, instead of sharing recipes that require you to heat up...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 5, 20181 min read
Woodlands Punch
Here is a punch from the Woodlands Plantation in West Point a la Hatch, La. 1 part (2 ounces) Southern Comfort 2 parts ( 4 ounces)...
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Tommy Centola
Apr 2, 20181 min read
Pina Colada Punch
As the weather starts to warm up, many people will be entertaining. This week, I will share 2 beverages that are great for an afternoon...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 8, 20181 min read
Bloody Mary
Here is a classic cocktail that is said to cure a hangover. So this is a perfect creation for Carnival. 1 1/2 ounces Vodka 3 ounces...
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Tommy Centola
Feb 5, 20181 min read
Pralines and Cream Cocktail
With Mardi Gras right around the corner, I thought this week I would feature a couple of adult beverages to go with he season. This first...
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Tommy Centola
Dec 7, 20171 min read
Cajun Coffee
Spirited coffee is a great way to end a meal. Here is a cajun twist. 3 cups Strong Coffee 6 tablespoons Molasses 6 tablespoons Dark Rum...
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Tommy Centola
Nov 9, 20171 min read
Orange Spiced Tea
This is a great warm drink for the winter months. The cinnamon and clove scents starts to warm you before you drink the tea. 4 cups Water...
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Tommy Centola
Oct 14, 20161 min read
Milk Punch & Pimm’s Cup
Since I will be on vacation this week, I thought I would post two drink recipes. This one is probably the most popular Eye-Opener at...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 18, 20161 min read
Brennan’s Irish Coffee
This drink is a very popular after dinner drink. It goes great with dessert. 1 1/2 ounces Irish Whiskey 2 Sugar Cubes 3/4 cup fresh Black...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 15, 20161 min read
Nutty Irishman from Brennan’s
In honor of the passing of Ted Brennan, this week I will post two Irish Drinks from the Old Brennan’s. Tom Fitzmorris wrote about being...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 11, 20141 min read
Ramos Gin Fizz
Henry C. Ramos invented the Ramos Gin Fizz in 1888 in New Orleans. This drink was so popular that Huey Long brought a bartender from the...
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Tommy Centola
Aug 7, 20141 min read
Girl Scout Cookie
Sorry that the recipes have not been coming regularly. 2 reasons 1) I have been having problems with my website and 2) work has been...
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