Leanne Shear and Tracey Toomey, best friends and co-authors, met behind the bar when they were recent college grads pursuing creative careers.
Since then, Leanne and Tracey have published two books together, The Perfect Manhattan, and Cocktail Therapy. The latter was turned into a successful television series for Plum TV in the Hamptons and allowed them to expand their dating and lifestyle advice on-air and online.
They continue to write lifestyle and advice-oriented articles for a number of magazines and newspapers and have contributed essays to the anthologies It's A Wonderful Lie: 26 Truths About Life in Your Twenties and Have I Got a Guy For You.
Leanne and Tracey are also currently in the process of writing their third book, which will focus more specifically on their unique brand of dating and lifestyle advice.
Nothing says spring like a light and refreshing mint julep. This classic cocktail is the quintessential libation for the Kentucky Derby, but there's no need to wait until Derby day! The minty, sweet flavor of a Julep is perfect for any springtime cel...
Spring is the time when we all come out of hibernation, which in and of itself is a reason to celebrate. But also with the onslaught of spring comes parties, graduations, and holidays - all of which warrant signature cocktails, our specialty.2010 feels like an exciting year. And since spring is the most exciting part of it all, instead of falling back on the same old thing, this season we're going to offer some small twists that make standard spring-time cocktails a whole lot more exciting.
Everyone loves a theme party! While the weather is still cold (whether the groundhog sees his shadow or not, we still have plenty of time before spring), a Russian-themed cocktail party complete with ice-cold martinis and caviar with all the accoutre...
When a person turns thirty, it really feels like a turning point in his or her life - the road to "real" adulthood. So, for a 30th birthday party, arguably one of the most celebrated of all birthdays, any old theme just won't do; instead, make it all about the birthday boy or girl. You can do this right in your own living room, or in a local bar or restaurant that's amenable to using your music, decorations and of course, drink.
Leanne and I have a lot of Irish blood running through our veins, which may account for our love step dancing and whiskey! Our Irish roots coupled with the fact that March 17th is our anniversary (the first night we went out together on the "other" s...
Valentine's day is the holiday of love, plain and simple. And whether you're solo, with friends, or attached, there is lots of love - and lots of cocktails - to go around.
Valentine's day is the holiday of love, plain and simple. And whether you're solo, with friends, or attached, there is lots of love - and lots of cocktails - to go around.
Have you ever wanted to throw a party and serve your own signature drink? Or, have you ever had a hankering to just create - and drink - one for yourself?You've come to the right place.It's very simple to develop a signature cocktail, either for a party, or just for a relaxing night in front of the fire.
March 7th is Oscar Night, and if seeing the gorgeous gowns on the red carpet isn't enough to pique your interest, funnymen Steve Martin and Alec Baldwin will be hosting, so it's sure to be a memorable night of television.Hosting a glamorous Oscar party is easier than you think. Just include the following items, and your soiree is sure to be a smashing success!
We all know the holidays are the time to eat and drink like kings and queens.Though of course we love our cocktails, around mealtime nothing gives your guests the royal treatment like pairing some delicious wines with a big turkey, ham, beef, or even vegetarian dinner.Read on for some inventive pairings for this holiday season that will be sure to leave your guests wanting more!
HOLIDAYS
HOLIDAYS
