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Happy Labor Day + Some End-of-Summer Cocktails
Happy Labor Day everyone..I can’t believe how fast the Summer has flown by! It’s definitely my favorite time of year and I’ve been so...

Kristen Hess
Sep 6, 20212 min read
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Lasagna Bolognese + Lambrusco = perfect Sunday Supper
Happy Friday friends! I’ve found the perfect pairing for a delicious Sunday Supper – and I present to you my super delish Lasagna...

Kristen Hess
Mar 15, 20193 min read
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Merry Christmas + Holiday Cocktails to Celebrate!
I can’t believe this year is almost over – and what a year it has been – lots of new opportunities, new friends and new places – I’m so...

Kristen Hess
Dec 25, 20183 min read
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Smirnoff Ice Holiday Cocktails + Appetizers
Who says you can’t eat, drink, and be merry all at once? Tis the season for boozy brunches, family gatherings and holiday feasts after...

Kristen Hess
Nov 28, 20172 min read
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Things are getting Coco Loco for Summer!
Hey guys, listen up! Summer is almost around the corner and do I have some exciting news for you coconut lovers around the world! CAPTAIN...

Kristen Hess
Apr 5, 20172 min read
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Happy Holidays! A few of my favorite holiday recipes
Well the holidays have finally arrived – my favorite time of year! I love having some time to rest and relax and enjoy quality time with...

Kristen Hess
Dec 24, 20162 min read
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Olive Garden unveils new ‘Tastes of the Mediterranean” menu
I had the opportunity to attend a special preview tasting of Olive Garden‘s new ‘Tastes of the Mediterranean’ menu this week at a lovely...

Kristen Hess
Dec 10, 20163 min read
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Great Read: PAIRED – Champagne and Sparkling Wines Cookbook
PAIRED Champagne and Sparkling Wines is a gorgeous cookbook by Australian Photographer Fran Flynn and Wine Expert David...

Kristen Hess
Dec 9, 20162 min read
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Spice Up your Halloween w/ Spooky & Delicious Cocktails
Hey friends, Happy Halloween! It’s my favorite holiday of the year (well, besides Thanksgiving and Christmas) and what better way to...

Kristen Hess
Oct 30, 20161 min read
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Cocktails for National Whiskey Sour Day!
National Whiskey Sour Day is finally here, (August 25th) and I’m celebrating one of my favorite cocktails by sharing a few delicious and...

Kristen Hess
Aug 25, 20162 min read
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Celebrate National Pi Day w/ some PIEHOLE Whisky Cocktails
Pi Day, the mathematical holiday, is celebrated on March 14th (3/14) around the world. Pi (Greek letter “π”) is the symbol used in...

Kristen Hess
Mar 10, 20161 min read
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A Birthday Pie for Dad: Lemon Icebox Pie w/ Raspberry-Blueberry Topping
I just got back from a lovely 2 week vacation in Upstate New York (Rochester) visiting family and friends, which I normally do in the...

Kristen Hess
Jul 14, 20154 min read
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Cherry Coconut Key Lime Fizz Cocktail #SunsOutRumsOut
So it’s that time of year again…Memorial Day weekend has arrived and the beginning of Summer is not too far away! It’s time to soak up...

Kristen Hess
May 25, 20152 min read
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Cocktails for Spring!
Now that Spring has officially arrived, I’m looking forward to warmer weather and sunny skies. If only the blizzards would stop in NYC!...

Kristen Hess
Mar 21, 20151 min read
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Spring is here! Spring Canapes & Cocktails Party with KitchenAid
Spring Canapes & Cocktails! Spring is here, and there’s nothing better than gathering a few friends together for a casual get together...

Kristen Hess
Apr 12, 20142 min read
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Halloween Cocktail Recipes
It’s that time of year again – Halloween! My favorite holiday of all times. I love the crisp Fall air, the falling colored leaves,...

Kristen Hess
Oct 20, 20132 min read
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New Food Styling & Photography for Stoli Vodka
June has been a busy busy month! I’ve partnered with an agency in New York to do some custom food styling and photography for their new...

Kristen Hess
Jul 13, 20131 min read
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Cool off w/ a Stoli Cucumber-Melon Martini & Prosciutto-Melon-Feta Bites
Summer is in the air and it’s that time of year to cool down with some refreshing Stoli cocktails and light small bites for the patio or...

Kristen Hess
Jun 28, 20132 min read
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Holiday Cocktail Party! Cocktail + Appetizer Recipes
It’s that time of year again – holiday parties filled with plenty of cocktails, socializing and finger food much to our heart’s desire to...

Kristen Hess
Dec 12, 20123 min read
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Potato Latkes with Sauteed Caramelized Apples with Honey and Cinnamon Sour Cream
Potato Latkes with Caramelized Honey Apples & Cinnamon Sour Cream In the spirit of the Jewish New Year holiday Rosh Hashana, I created a...

Kristen Hess
Sep 17, 20122 min read
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