Serge the Concierge

Pisang Pistachio Brings Indonesian Flavor to Memorial Day Cocktails

I can't remember the last time Indonesian flavors were featured on 'Serge the Concierge' if ever.

This second recipe excerpted from Cocktails (H.F Ullman, Spring 2013) by Eliq Maranik makes up a bit for this neglect-omission.

Pisang Pistachio

1 ½ oz (45 ml) Pisang Ambon

½ oz (15 ml) amaretto

1 ox (30 ml) double cream 

Pour the ingredients into a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. 

TIP! You can replace the cream with milk. 

Pisang Ambon is a bright green, ancient Indonesian liqueur manufactured by the Dutch company Bols. Bols is the largest distillery in the world. It was established by Lucas Bols as early as in 1575. Some of the liqueurs from that time are manufactured to this day, such as blue curaçao and Parfait Amour.

(* Recipe and photo from Cocktails, Fancy and Delicious Recipes for All Tastes by Eliq Maranik- published by H.F. Ullmann, Spring 2013, all rights reserved)

Jersey Shore Calling with Sneak Preview of 'Eat Drink Italy with Vic Rallo'

Unless my schedule runs awry, I will not have to wait until Memorial Day week-end to pay a visit to Jersey shore.

At this time tomorrow I should be in good company for a sneak preview of Eat Drink Italy with Vic Rallo.

A cursory look at what will make it to the screen for first season which will start airing om PBS on July 6, 2013 shows Vic often drawn to wines and food of Aldo Adige.

I should have a few things to share about Eat Drink Italy with Vic Rallo on Thursday. 

Stomach Churning Bloody Meat Poster by Mathieu Frossard, UK National Vegetarian Week, May 20-26

One of Londoners favorite expression (punctuation) 'Bloody' takes new meaning with stomach churning 'Bloody Meat' Poster created by Mathieu Frossard for Do The Green Thing and on sale on their site.

Will it encourage you to eat more vegetables during UK's National Vegetarian Week (May 20-26, 2013)?

Raw take for Green Day # 251

Previously:

Natural Wine Pop Up hosted by Caves de Pyrene, May 21, at London International Wine Fair 2013

(* Bloody Meat poster image from 'Do the Green Thing' website)

Graphically Inclined, Sign Up for Edo Pop Stencil Workshop, May 19. Japan Society, NY

Looking for a Sunday afternoon quiet actvity, graphically inclined and in New York, sign up for Edo Pop Stencil Workshop at Japan Society.

On the Menu

Gain an artist’s perspective on Edo Pop: The Graphic Impact of Japanese Prints with a highlights tour of the exhibition. Take inspiration from street artist AIKO’s stencil mural and woodblock print imagery to make your own stencil prints using watercolors and fine papers with master printmaker Roni Henning. No experience necessary. Limited class size. 
 
TICKETS 
$75/$70 Japan Society members, seniors & students (includes exhibition admission and materials)

Email sdevegh@japansociety.org to register

Session takes place Sunday, May 19, 2013. Starts at 2 PM.

This activity is offered in connection to Edo Pop: The Graphic Impact of Japanese Prints exhibit running until Sunday, June 9.

Belated Tokyo Thursdays # 256

Previously:

Take Your Fish by the Collar, Buri Kama, Charcoal-Grilled Yellowtail Collar from Japanese Farm Food

Memorial Day Garden Party deserves Garden Cocktail, Recipe by Eliq Maranik from Cocktails

A great Garden Party deserves a Garden Cocktail by Eliq Maranik from Cocktails (H.F Ullman, Spring 2013).

Garden 

1 oz (30 ml) triple sec

1 oz (30 ml) sour apple liqueur

1 oz (30 ml) passion fruit juice

1 oz (30 ml) lemon juice

½ oz (15 ml) sugar syrup

2 dashes blue curaçao 

Pour all the ingredients, except the curaçao, into a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Trickle the curaçao over the drink for a colourful visual effect. 

The passion fruit is actually a berry that is said to relieve asthma. It is a climbing plant that can grow up to 50 feet tall. The fruit has a dark, brownish purple skin that is smooth when the fruit is fresh. Maracujá, that has a yellow skin, is another species in the passion flower family.

It should leave a lasting impression on your Memorial Day Party guests.

(* Recipe and photo from Cocktails, Fancy and Delicious Recipes for All Tastes by Eliq Maranik- published by H.F. Ullmann, Spring 2013, all rights reserved)