Brunch Today

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I am hosting a brunch today in my lanai and thought I would share what I will be serving. First up is the Blood Mary - I love a great Bloody Mary.

The Chinoiserie Chic Bloody Mary

Bloody Mary Branches

The other day I mentioned making a Bloody Mary. To me, it is the perfect brunch drink and it's Sunday, so I'm sharing my perfect Bloody Mary.

First, the mix. My daughter turned me on to the most delicious Bloody Mary mixes and they are made in Virginia. Back Pocket Provisons. They ship free. Order all three - they are incredible. If forced to choose I would take the Asian one of course - The Bloody Bangkok, with lemongrass, red chilies, and even a touch of fish sauce. The official Chinoiserie Chic Bloody Mary.

Back Pocket Provisions

Next up is vodka. I buy mine at Costco because I am a lucky girl and in D.C. and now in Florida my Costcos have liquor stores. Their Kirkland Signature French Vodka is $20 for a 1.75L bottle and it is the same as French Goose - i.e. rumored to be made by French Goose. Neither Costco nor French Goose has ever confirmed. But trust me, French Goose at a fraction of the price.

Next up is the Fee Brothers celery bitters - not required but such a great addition. I visited them in person on a recent trip and bought a couple cases of bitters in about a dozen different varieties for every cocktail imaginable, but the celery is incredible.

Celery Bitters

Garnish as you like - check out the Bloody Mary branches - these are fun!

Bloody Mary Branches

Before brunch, the puppies and I are driving over to the new house just to drive by and then drive around the area for a while to get a better sense of where everything is. We'll put the top down on the convertible if the weather clears - there was a tornado warning in the middle of the night!

Then back here for a lovely omelet and Bloody Mary. I hope you have a lovely Sunday.