Wines:

• Barefoot Refresh (Crisp White Spritzer) – this is perfect for sitting outside on a hot day.  It really is refreshing!
• What You See is What You Get Rose – I love a Rose’ Wine in the warmer weather – this one if fun and very affordable!
• A Rudi Wiest Riesling – “Rudi is an importer of many high quality German estates. They vary in price and are worth both the effort to find as well as reward in your glass.  German wines are a mystery to many. In a nutshell those labeled kabinett, spatlese, auslese, generally are better quality and offer a guide of sweetness level from dry to sweet. ” This recommendation comes from my husband’s Uncle Patrick.  He knows his stuff – I trust him and his advice!  Enjoy!
• Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio – this white keeps winning awards – and each time it wins one, the price goes up!  If you are looking for a top shelf white, this is a good “go to”.

Cocktails:

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2oz. of White Wine (recommended: Chaddsford White)

2 oz of Peach Syrup or White Peach Liquer

2 oz. of Cranberry Juice

2 oz. Pineapple Juice

A squirt of fresh lime

This is a peach wine based drink and the perfect alternative for the old “punch in a bowl”.  We plan to make a giant batch of this for our next party.  It was sooooo goood!!!

Bluke Skywalker

5 oz. of Red Wine (Recommended Chaddsford Red )

1/2 oz. Blue Curacao syrup or Blue Curacao Liquer

1/2 oz. Grenadine

My husband and I went to Chaddsford Winery’s tasting room for a special “Cupcakes and Cocktails” pairing.  All the drinks were given “Star Wars” themed names!  These two were our favorite. Delicious!

Pina Colada Sangria

2 750 ml bottles of Moscato

20 oz. can of crushed pineapple

1 1/2 cups of coconut rum

Combine all the ingredients in a large pitcher.  Refrigerate overnight and serve, chilled

And for those who prefer a Margarita in the hot months . . .

Cheers!

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Even though my husband Matt has diabetes, I still put together an Easter Basket for him. Maybe it’s because we were married without children for so long, it seemed to make the house happier – or maybe we are just huge dorks that like to pretend to be the Easter Bunny once a year.  Either way, we have fun with it!  Luckily, there is an awesome candy store – Stutz Candy – that has a huge selection of sugar free candy.  Now, all things in moderation of course – but these treats put a huge smile on his face and that makes me happy :)!

What I’m putting in my husband’s Easter Basket (or have in the past):

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Sugar-free Candy

1. A box of assorted chocolates
2. Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Eggs
3. A Sugar Free Chocolate Bunny – I could not find a link to that on Stutz’ website, but I did find this awesome bundle on Amazon!
4. Sugar Free Gummi Bears 

Beer and Beer related stuff

1. Brew Like a Monk
2. Assorted beers from a craft beer store
3. A Chimay glass

Random Gifts that are not “unhealthy”

1. Men’s Health Magazine
2. A Miraculous Medal
3. Lottery Tickets!

Coffee

1. Mystic Monk Coffee – So good – and they have k-cups!!
2. Star Wars Mug
3. Star Wars Lightsaber Mugs – they light up when you pour hot coffee in them!! – can you tell how excited I am about this find?  I know my husband will LOVE these!  I will happily get rid of mugs in our cabinet so he can enjoy his morning a little more with coffee in his new favorite mugs

Laughter

1. A fun T-Shirt – Last year I went with a Bazinga Tee (if you watch The Big Bang Theory you probably can picture the Sheldon shirt); this year, I found this – and it’s HILARIOUS!
2. Brian Regan CD – This is my favorite comedian.  This CD will have you laughing so much that if you are driving, you might have to pull over!

Do you put an Easter Basket together for a grown-up you love?  I would love to hear what you put in it!

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