Comments on: Weekend Eats (and Drinks) – Deluxe Edition

By: Johanna

Johanna — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:46:06 +0000

One of my friends (if you check the site, she’s The Test Kitchen) did Squash Blossoms the other night — I linked her to your earlier post, and Anita’s post about them. Also, I’m obsessed with how lovely they are. Absolutely beautiful.
I know you used to live in Brooklyn — do you have any ideas where to get some Squash Blossoms for less than an arm and a leg in The Fair Borough?? Greatly appreciated!!!!

And of course, as always, it looks lovely.

By: Rena

Rena — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 21:25:36 +0000

I don’t know about murder, but I would do something seriously wretched and above the law in return for that plate of heirlooms, stuffed squash blossoms, and basil custard. i wasn’t sure what a perfect dinner looked like until now.

By: Max

Max — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 23:18:15 +0000

That cocktail sounds great. I’ve kind of always looked at Aperol like a rookie Campari (less bitter, sweeter) but as I’ve enjoyed it more it found a little place in my heart. Love all the gins you mentioned Plymouth is my house brand. If you ever get a chance check out Bulldog which is really nice and not too expensive. Bol’s Genever is simply stunning (Genever gin is a whole different ball game than london dry and Old Tom) it won best new product at Tales Of The Cocktail and makes one hell of an old fashioned.

By: Helen

Helen — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:12:31 +0000

Wow! What a glorious weekend of eating and drinking! Courgette blossoms are always so beautiful. I’m a bit sad I didn’t grow any myself this year.

By: Jennifer Hess

Jennifer Hess — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:26:20 +0000

Anita – Thank you! I run pretty hot and cold on squash, but I can’t get enough of the blossoms. And now I am even more eager to try the mole from your version!

Max – Oh, I’m so glad! I’m intrigued by the Aperol, and I think we still have some around. (In case you’re curious, the drink Mike mixed for us, the Asbury, is blogged here http://cocktailvirgin.blogspot.com/2009/07/asbury.html). As for gin, I’d say Beefeater is our house brand, though we like to keep a few others around when money allows – Martin Millers is a favorite, as are Plymouth, Junipero, and Hendricks.

By: Maximilian

Maximilian — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:18:55 +0000

Jennifer,

Picked up that camera and so far am loving it. Weekend eats and drinks look good. I’ve found that tequila works a little but better with Aperol than Campari but it probably depends on the brand. What kind of gin do you guys prefer for your tonics and martinis.

By: Anita / Married with dinner

Anita / Married with dinner — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:44:23 +0000

oh, man — those squash-blossoms look awesome on the tomatoes. How beautiful!

I haven’t made my version since that first summer – Cameron’s hatred of squash (which I share) extends to the blossoms, so they have to wait until I have a solo weekend to indulge! I do make that mole that goes with them, though, all the time — it’s great on/with lots of other things.