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Mandarins in Citrus Syrup

Taught to me by Chef Sherry Yard at Spago Hollywood: remove all pith, then store citrus in syrup with a little vodka or orange liqueur to keep it fresh for a week—add whole spices for extra warmth.

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The Vanilla Lemon Drop

Inspired by a Taste of Vanilla Lemonade in Hawaii, this perfect celebration cocktail, combining two fragrant tastes only takes mere seconds to mix and enjoy.

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The Anna Pavlova

A ballet-inspired tribute to Anna Pavlova, with delicate meringue, Tahitian vanilla cream, raspberries, and rose petals.

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NZ Vanilla Greyhound

A New Zealand Poor Man’s Orange—sweet, fragrant, tangelo-like grapefruit—puts canned juice and the classic greyhound to shame.

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Tash’s Isolation Tonic

During Covid-19, I was encouraged to sip warm drinks throughout the day for comfort and hydration—so sip, stay calm, and stay well.

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