Pineapple Margarita Recipe

The weather is warming up, the sun is setting later, and to me, that’s all I need as an excuse for a fresh margarita! As good as the whole lime standard is, I love seeing all the new spins people are putting on margs like Smokey Chipotle or Mandarin Mango! I decided to take a stab at the whole mixology thing and put together a cocktail that will become your summer staple from Cinco de Mayo to Labor Day!

Ingredients:

1 part Revel Blanco (Or your favorite blanco tequila)

1 part triple sec

1 part fresh lime juice

1 part fresh pineapple juice

Agave, to taste

In a shaker with ice, combine all ingredients and give is a good shake.

Serve in a chilled glass and garnish with fresh pineapple, a little lime zest and a tiny sprinkle of chili powder for a little somethin’ somethin’. 

Dadadadada Dun.... TEQUILA! 

Blackberry Lemon-jito - #MixItUp2014

The weather is heating up and soon enough we'll be poolside in need of the perfect cocktail to quench your thirst. Look no further because this Blackberry Lemon-jito is just what you're looking for. 

It's a great balance between sweet and tart, plus you can either booze it up or make it sans alcohol for the kiddos! 

Oscar Recipe: The Glamour Shot

To "sip like the stars" and enjoy "The Glamour Shot" on Oscar Night, here's what you'll need:

1 ounce Baileys® Vanilla Cinnamon Irish Cream Liqueur

1/2 ounce Goldschläger® Cinnamon Schnapps

Edible Gold Flakes for Garnish

Preparation:

1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.

2. Shake well and strain into a chilled shot glass rimmed with edible gold flakes.

See this cocktail and more during my preview of the Oscars here:

The Cranberry Bogger

The air is getting a bit more crisp, the flavors of Fall are filling the store aisles, and it's time for family to start gathering near. Clearly, that means it's time for a cocktail!

This recipe is based on a cocktail we served at the restaurant I worked at in college, Gourmelli's. Combining the tart cranberry, the spice of ginger beer, and the warmth of rum makes this drink an instant Fall fave!

Preppy Pink Punch Recipe

As summer is winding down, I find myself trying to cling on to those fresh and fruity flavors for as long as I can. I remember my mom making a delicious drink with fruit punch and sherbet for all of my birthday parties growing up and after trying the new Wild Cranberry & Blood Orange Cocktail from OM (Organic Mixology) Cocktails  I knew that this was going into an adult version of my childhood fave. 

Cheers to National Tequila Day!

I must admit, I'm pretty sure May 5th got robbed of this title but it turns out that today is National Tequila Day! Some of the LA Hot Spots sent over what they were stirring up to celebrate! Check it out! 

The Spot: The Corner Door

The Cocktial: That Girl is Dangerous - Courtesy of Head Bartender Beau du Bois  - Reposado Tequila, Aperol, Lemon Juice, Vanilla Orgeat

12477 W. Washington Boulevard

Culver City, CA 90066

310-313-5810

The Spot: Tin Roof Bistro

The Cocktail: Beverage Director Pablo Kovacs created the Tuk-Tuk, Serrano Chili infused Tequila, Thai inspired Coconut Milk infusion, Lime, Agave nectar, Rocks

3500 N Sepulveda Blvd

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

(310) 546-6180

The Spot: Cinco

The Cocktail: For National Tequila Day, revelers can score Molina's Tequila Gimlet featuring tequila, lime cordial, lime for its $6 Happy Hour price all night long.

Bonus: Chow down on a Tacos Borrachos special (Baja shrimp tacos with chipotle aioli and cabbage slaw). 

7241 W Manchester Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90045

(310) 910-0895

The Spot: Cecconi's

The Cocktail: Creative Bar Director Chris Ojeda serves up two classic tequila offerings that are all about the smoke and spice.

Rio Bravo - Cazadores Blanco tequila, mezcal, agave syrup, Peychaud Bitters & Angnostura Bitters ($14)

Picante de la Casa – The most popular cocktail at Soho House, this spicy take on a margarita is available upon request at Cecconi's, as well. Featuring cazadores tequila with muddled red chilies & cilantro, balanced with fresh lime & agave nectar. ($14)

Cecconi's

8764 Melrose Avenue

Los Angeles , 90069

310-432-2000

  

The Spot: Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

The Cocktail: Naughty Maggie Margarita, an old school margarita with a kick inspired by a cocktail on Lazy Dog's original menu.  The cocktail features fresh strawberries, jalapeños, housemade sweet & sour, triple sec and Sauza tequila, topped off with a red chili and black sea salt rim. 

 

3525 West Carson Street

Torrance, CA  90503

(310)921-6080

The Spot: Manhattan Beach Post

The Cocktail: Man in the Yellow Hat – Sour with Del Maguey "Vida," Banana, Lemon, Coconut, Cardamon

1142 Manhattan Avenue

Manhattan Beach, CA

(310) 545-5405

Check them out or try to make it yourself at home! 

Spring Is In The Air!

 
Posey patterned pants and tulip-shaped tops are popping up on every rack in town, but florals aren't exclusively a fashion trend this year. Locals chefs are using florals for flavor! Check out this round-up from some LA hot spots!

Oscar Recipe: Award Worthy Cocktails

Whip up these signature cocktails by Patron and Ultimat to be sipping like the stars! 

The Patrón Gold Cosmopolitan

1 ½ oz. Patrón Silver Tequila
½ oz. Patrón Citrónge Orange Liqueur
2 oz. Organic Blackberry Juice
1 oz. Fresh Orange Juice
Fresh Blackberry Garnish
10 Carat Gold Rim

Kasey's Kitchen Exclusive: A Taste of The Oscars

A few weeks ago I was fortunate enough to be invited to the Oscars Food & Beverage Preview. This is where the media gets a first hand look at everything the stars enjoy at the post-show Governors Ball. Chef Wolfgang Puck is the headliner putting out a spread of over 35 dishes while Patron and Ultimat Vodka are mixing up the cocktails for the night.

Check out the video below for all the fun!

Take a glance at some of the amazing dishes Chef Wolfgang is whipping up:

 

 Baked Macaroni & Cheese with Black Truffles by Wolfgang Puck 

Click Here for the recipe!

 Crab Louie by Wolfgang Puck 
Click Here for the recipe!

 

Spicy Ahi Tuna Cones by Wolfgang Puck 

Click Here for the recipe!

Not only did we get to sip and sample all the tasty treats, we also had a chance to meet Marc Friedland, designer of the iconic Oscar Envelope! Marc even created gorgeous electronic invitations for Evite Postmark that you can send out for your own Oscar party!

See the fun party tips Marc had for us in the video here!

Stay tuned to Kasey’s Kitchen all week long for red-carpet fashion tips from Pink Champagne and Proverbial Hearts, award-winning beauty from Make Me Up, Mel and of course, tons of recipes straight from the kitchen of Wolfgang Puck!