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Summer Fruit Beverages to Keep You Coooool

From Watermelon Basil Margaritas to Bing Cherry Mohitos, Martha Stewart has whipped up a delicious list of fruit-inspired summer recipes for a party, family dinner on the patio or to pack up and take for a picnic. Here are a few of my favorites:

Clockwise above: Watermelon Blaster, Tropical Ginger Punch, Strawberry Hibiscus Tea Lemonade, Cucumber Lemonade, Mint, Cucumber & Vodka Cocktail, Strawberry Lemonade

A little inspiration to help us all beat the heat…

Silver & Green New Year’s Inspiration!

It’s almost time to chime in 2010! If you’re still searching for the perfect New Year’s Eve party inspiration, look no further than a green and silver soiree featuring your favorite left over Christmas decor and delicious lavender & mint cocktails.

Silver and white is an ideal palette to build on — you likely have all white dishware around the house and maybe even a few silver platters, stands, serving utensils or candle holders. Tie in a bit of green as a complimentary color and you’re set!

Freezing edible goodies in ice cubes is my favorite way to fancy up a favorite cocktail. You can find edible violets at a specialty super market (just be sure to call before hand to save yourself a trip) or at many high-end gardening stores (clarify that you’re looking for the organic, non-sprayed version).

More great images and ideas after the jump! Read more »

Holiday Cocktails… Oh YUM!

It’s about that time of the year for HOLIDAY PARTIES! Whether you’ve been asked to bring a beverage or are hosting your own get-together… serve up some cheer with one of these delicious Christmas spirits.

Hostess with the Mostess shares several tasty {and pretty!} Chambord cocktails, including this White Chocolate Raspberry Martini.

And Martha knows what we love best… featuring several mouth-watering treats over at Martha Stewart Living, including the Cranberry Santa, Pink Grapefruit Margarita, Eggnog Martini and Cranberry Sparkler picture at top; as well as the Peppermint Hot Chocolate, Mulled Cranberry Cocktail and Mulled Wine pictured below.

Four more to go! Follow the jump for more Chambord creations and a delicious hot chocolate recipe link. Read more »