Winter Berry Chocolate Cake

Layers of chocolate sponge, vanilla cream, and berry drizzleThis festive little show-stopper is perfect for Christmas dinners, holiday gatherings, or a cozy night with something sweet. It layers rich chocolate cake with a soft vanilla cream filling and crowns it with whipped cream and glossy red berries. Styling NoteFor our photo, we used tiny red … Continue reading Winter Berry Chocolate Cake

The 1st Annual Basil & Salt Living Christmas and Holiday Gift Guide

Celebrate the magic of the season with our curated collection of thoughtful gifts, festive finds, and holiday inspiration. Celebrate the magic of the season with our curated collection of thoughtful gifts, festive finds, and holiday inspiration. Each item featured in the Basil & Salt Living Christmas Gift Guide has been hand-selected to bring warmth, joy, … Continue reading The 1st Annual Basil & Salt Living Christmas and Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday Lamb & Pork Meatballs: A Rich, Savory Classic for the Season

A festive favorite! These lamb and pork meatballs blend bold flavor with tender texture โ€” ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy winter dinners. Serve them simmered in sauce, skewered as appetizers, or paired with a bright seasonal glaze.

spirited holiday yule nog

As temperatures drop and with Christmas and New Year's Eve right around the corner, there is no better way to celebrate than with a traditional festive beverage. Eggnog, a spiked mixture of egg yolk and milk, has been around for centuries and is often enjoyed around Christmas time. In the American North it is mixed … Continue reading spirited holiday yule nog

Sip Island Inspired Cocktails by Tommy Bahama in NYC

Chase away the winter blahs with an island favorite. I can't think of a tastier way to make it through mid-January than with an island favorite โ€“ rum. The Rum Babalu makes for the perfect after-work happy hour, combining the sweet flavor of maple syrup with rum, ginger beer, lime juice and bitters. Round up … Continue reading Sip Island Inspired Cocktails by Tommy Bahama in NYC

Quick Bites – Salt Pointยฎ Margarita Canned Cocktails Available For National Tequila Day

Now available direct to consumer This National Tequila Day, Salt Pointยฎ Canned Cocktails offers a new ready-to-drink canned Margarita cocktail for tequila lovers with an all-natural, great tasting recipe. Made with Blanco tequila using the finest Weber Blue agave mixed with house-made triple sec, agave syrup, lime and just the right amount of carbonation, the result … Continue reading Quick Bites – Salt Pointยฎ Margarita Canned Cocktails Available For National Tequila Day

Your game-day crowd will roar for more of Tilted Kilt’s famous tailgate cocktails

These delicious libations will have your thirsty football crew ready to cheer on theirย favorite teamย this season. There is nothing like "Game-Day Fever" and making sure you guests, fam and crew are covered with great appetizers and cocktails is a must.ย  Today we are sharing two of Tilted Kilt's best cocktails and we hope you will … Continue reading Your game-day crowd will roar for more of Tilted Kilt’s famous tailgate cocktails

naked corn on the cue

Summer cookouts are a favorite here at basil & salt and as always fresh foods are on the menu. Whether you use the backyard barbecue or cook over a pit, fresh corn tastes a little better with a bit of char and smoke. Lay your clean, shucked corn naked on the grill for a total … Continue reading naked corn on the cue

“Super Bowl” of Chili Recipe Contest Winner

A large pot of thick, rich, hot chili underneath a layer of sour cream and sharp cheddar cheese always pleases the football crew.ย  So I ran the "Super Bowl" of chili contest on my blog and Facebook page, requesting our readers to send in their recipes and boy, we received a medley of recipe types.ย  … Continue reading “Super Bowl” of Chili Recipe Contest Winner