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Peterson's Happy Hour: Spirited Cocktails and Helpful Hints to Brighten Daily Life
When the daily grind begins to grate, lifting your spirits can be as simple as…lifting a glass of spirits!
Whether you need to cool off after a computer meltdown, dilute a deer-icidal impulse when Bambi’s relatives are eating your garden, or subdue the sticker shock of your grocery bill, the refreshing solutions and helpful tips in this book will keep your mood afloat. Peterson’s Happy Hour prescribes the perfect liquid antidote for your household hindrances, workday worries, playtime problems, or vacation vexations such
• Acquire an itchy rash while attempting to clear the backyard weeds?
Soothe yourself with a calamine-pink Name Your Poison, made with rum, milk, and frozen strawberries.
• Done in when babysitting naughty nieces and nephews?
Choose “sparkling” over “spanking” with an elegant champagne-based Auntie Dote.
• Need to ditch the long-distance travel plans for the cultural adventures of home?
Ride your recliner to destination relaxation with a spicy, Mexican beer-based Señor Staycation.
• Realize that your old house improvements are a lot harder than they seem on TV?
Put down the saw and get hammered with a classic Rusty Nail.
• Faced with a corporate social event that’s about as exciting as an IRS audit?
Motivate your fellow employees with a No Company Picnic--it tastes like watermelon but has no seeds.
In addition to more than fifty recipes, Peterson's Happy Hour is filled with vintage photographs and ephemera that evoke the sunny days of yore. With simple instructions for making up-to-the-minute cocktail ingredients (infused liquors, syrups, purées), an equipment glossary, and a list of resources, this book gives you the know-how and inspiration to concoct your own happy hours—on even the most miserable days. Because sometimes, when the day hands you lemons, a shot of homemade limoncello can do you a world of good.
Whether you need to cool off after a computer meltdown, dilute a deer-icidal impulse when Bambi’s relatives are eating your garden, or subdue the sticker shock of your grocery bill, the refreshing solutions and helpful tips in this book will keep your mood afloat. Peterson’s Happy Hour prescribes the perfect liquid antidote for your household hindrances, workday worries, playtime problems, or vacation vexations such
• Acquire an itchy rash while attempting to clear the backyard weeds?
Soothe yourself with a calamine-pink Name Your Poison, made with rum, milk, and frozen strawberries.
• Done in when babysitting naughty nieces and nephews?
Choose “sparkling” over “spanking” with an elegant champagne-based Auntie Dote.
• Need to ditch the long-distance travel plans for the cultural adventures of home?
Ride your recliner to destination relaxation with a spicy, Mexican beer-based Señor Staycation.
• Realize that your old house improvements are a lot harder than they seem on TV?
Put down the saw and get hammered with a classic Rusty Nail.
• Faced with a corporate social event that’s about as exciting as an IRS audit?
Motivate your fellow employees with a No Company Picnic--it tastes like watermelon but has no seeds.
In addition to more than fifty recipes, Peterson's Happy Hour is filled with vintage photographs and ephemera that evoke the sunny days of yore. With simple instructions for making up-to-the-minute cocktail ingredients (infused liquors, syrups, purées), an equipment glossary, and a list of resources, this book gives you the know-how and inspiration to concoct your own happy hours—on even the most miserable days. Because sometimes, when the day hands you lemons, a shot of homemade limoncello can do you a world of good.
- GenresCookbooksFood and Drink
128 pages, Hardcover
First published June 1, 2010
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About the author
Valerie Peterson
6 books7 followersI'm a writer and a fan of smart writing, clever plot twists and all things procedural — preferably with a bite of humor. Currently finishing my own first novel (which involves several intertwining mysteries and at least two dead bodies), I'm a member of both the Jane Austen Society of America and the Mystery Writers of America.
My TV writing and screenwriting has been honored by the WGAE Made in NY Writer's Room Fellowship, the CBS TV Writing Mentor program, Austin Film Festival, Cinequest, The Big Apple Film Festival, and More Magazine; my short film, The Maid of Honor, was an Official Selection at the Sedona International Film Festival.
A lifelong food lover and the daughter of a fantastic home cook, I'm the co-author of Cookie Craft and Cookie Craft Christmas cookie decorating books, and the author of Peterson’s Holiday Helper and Peterson’s Happy Hour cocktail humor books. My articles and essays have appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times, Bride’s Magazine, The Chicago Tribune, Pastry Art & Design and other publications.
I'm a proud native of Yonkers, NY and currently live in New York City.
My TV writing and screenwriting has been honored by the WGAE Made in NY Writer's Room Fellowship, the CBS TV Writing Mentor program, Austin Film Festival, Cinequest, The Big Apple Film Festival, and More Magazine; my short film, The Maid of Honor, was an Official Selection at the Sedona International Film Festival.
A lifelong food lover and the daughter of a fantastic home cook, I'm the co-author of Cookie Craft and Cookie Craft Christmas cookie decorating books, and the author of Peterson’s Holiday Helper and Peterson’s Happy Hour cocktail humor books. My articles and essays have appeared in The Washington Post, The New York Times, Bride’s Magazine, The Chicago Tribune, Pastry Art & Design and other publications.
I'm a proud native of Yonkers, NY and currently live in New York City.
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June 22, 2010
What sets this book apart from other cocktail books is its whimsy. Love the combination of nostalgic pics from the author's family and friends mixed with her own original cocktail recipes. Valerie loves cocktail, creativity, and fun. Full disclosure - I received a personal autographed copy from the author herself. That just means I'm even more aware of how truly creative Valerie can be with a cocktail. When I was staring at the wall of Fee Brothers bitters at Kalustyans, I immediately thought of her and what amazing things she could probably create with the grapefruit or celery bitters. I'll be drinking her Bug Zapper and other cocktails all summer long.
January 6, 2011
An enjoyable and funny read. Honestly though I didn't get inspired to make any of the drinks. I'm not much of a drinker so perhaps that is why. I was inspired by the titles of the drinks though! The Suspicious Package? With a picture of old school plane and crew (think 1960s)in the background was too good. The write ups before and around the drink are just fun to read. You'll find this much more enjoyable than the actual recipes. The pictures definitely complete the package. I was especially fond of the write up about the Book Club drink as I am part of a book club and have stated before that we need our own drink. I'd recommend this to anyone who likes tongue in cheek humor, retro vibe books, or cocktails.
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