Newbury Martini

I must say this cocktail is quite interesting as it starts off with a subtle florally flavour which then turns into an earthy finish. Before mixing, the colour is brown however once shaken you get this alluring rich golden amber colour. This cocktail is definitely worth a sip!

Newbury Martini
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makes 3 martinis

6oz gin
2oz Sweet Vermouth
1oz Triple Sec

Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker with cracked ice and shake well. Strain into chilled martini glasses. Garnish with a lemon twist, if you wish. 


The warmer temperatures proved positive this week. Have a great weekend everyone!  
- JD 

Red Rice

Red rice is gluten free and packed with fibre, vitamins... B vitamins... and minerals. It is a healthier choice and this colourful grain gives another option for a complex carbohydrate. It has a nutty earthy taste however when blended with a sauce it virtually goes undetected. It is definitely worth a try.  

The rice itself is a gorgeous auburn colour and the scent from the package is truly a unique one. Nutty... earthy... flowery. On the package it states that a portion from the sales of every Wild Tusker product will be donated to the Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala, Sri Lanka. For more information about Wild Tusker click *here*

I made a tangy Mexican chicken and red rice dish which was then placed into ancient grain with chia tortillas with all the trimmings; guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and veggies to make soft tortillas wraps, that were served with a side salad. They were so delicious! There was enough leftover to make a sort of Sloppy Joes on sourdough buns the next night for dinner. 

Hope everyone had a good weekend and is getting on with their week. - JD