Max Prussner was at the event that night, not to compete, but to work. As the head bartender at Kimi’s, Prussner can be found at the bar almost every night, shaking upscale cocktails and cracking open craft beers for adoring customers. At Motif’s March Mixology Madness, Prussner was going about his usual routine of taking […]
Grand Pagoda 2 oz Moet Hennessy .75oz dry curaçao .75 oz lemon grass syrup .5 oz lemon juice .25 oz orgeat 2 dashes of grapefruit and orange bitters Shaken and served over ice with amaretto float This drink was inspired culturally; not by the place, but by the spirit behind it. In my life, I’ve […]
MAGIC BUTTER ½ oz or 14 grams MJ 1lb Salted Butter (can use any fat, i.e., vegan butter/ghee/tallow) Instructions: Grind flower and spread on a piece of parchment paper. Put into preheated 230° oven for 20-30 min. In a double boiler (or metal bowl over a boiling pot of water if no DB), add butter […]
When I learned the theme was punk and that Mr. Black would be the spotlight liqueur, I immediately began thinking about how to create a cocktail that felt truly subversive. My first instinct was to make an espresso martini, but instead of following that obvious inclination, I opted for something unexpected – a refreshing coffee […]
Nothing says springtime to me like spritzers. Traditionally most of my favorites would be made with champagne, however I find the Prosecco crafts a better sip. These are stress-free and easy to build in glass. So put your feet up outside preferably, soak up some springtime sun and enjoy a refreshing moment. CRANBERRY GINGER APEROL […]
It’s time to bring fresh and vibrant flavors to the table. What better way to celebrate the season than with a playful twist on one of Rhode Island’s most beloved coastal dishes — the stuffie? Traditionally made with stuffed quahogs, this version swaps out the shell for succulent jumbo shrimp, packed with a savory crab […]
Love is in the air and your legs will be too after a few of these! Aphrodisiacs are foods, drinks or herbs that increase one’s desire for sex. Not all of these work in the same way – some increase testosterone, some may lower cortisol making you more relaxed. Chocolate and strawberries, canonically associated with […]
When talking about American bar culture, one cannot separate the intrinsic cultural influence of individuals of color. What are considered classic cocktails have deep roots in African American communities, dating back to post-slavery and the subsequent Great Migration. The communities formed in larger northern cities became epicenters of culture, where libations flowed freely until the […]
Rejoice! The holidays are over … or are they? Lurking right around the corner is the highly anticipated Lunar New Year. The Lunar New Year is a time of celebration and the beginning of the agricultural season in ancient China. Many cultural traditions include fireworks, plum blossom gazing, lion dances, shrine visits, and extended families […]
When the wind whips down South Main on a cold winter night, I’m happy for my knee length coat, hurrying to meet my guide John Gendron for our first speakeasy. The Walnut Room is co-owned by Michael Sears, a successful local serial entrepreneur who launched a series of betting apps and Candida Musanti, and a […]