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Raise a Glass to Holi 2023 with These 5 Creative Cocktail Recipes

Raise a Glass to Holi 2023 with These 5 Creative Cocktail Recipes

Holi, the festival of colors, is one of the most vibrant and joyous celebrations in India. As friends and family come together to celebrate the triumph of good over evil, delicious food and drinks are an integral part of the festivities. While traditional drinks like thandai and lassi are always popular during Holi, adding a cocktail or two to the mix can make the celebration even more fun and memorable.

If you’re new to mixing cocktails, don’t worry! Creating delicious drinks is easier than you might think. With a few basic ingredients and some creativity, you can create cocktails that perfectly complement the colorful and lively spirit of Holi. Whether you prefer sweet, sour, or spicy flavors, there are plenty of cocktail recipes to choose from that will delight your taste buds and impress your guests. So get ready to raise a glass and toast to the joy and spirit of Holi! To make this celebration more fun and vibrant, we have Poonam Chandel, NeuWorldSpirits to introduce you to five delicious and festive cocktails you can make for your Holi celebration.

Thandai with a dash of Whisky

Thandai is a traditional Indian drink made with milk, nuts, and spices. The traditional Bhang Thandai is similar to this drink, except whisky is not included. This Thandai can be easily made by just adding these ingredients and making it a perfect blend to sip on this festive season.

Ingredients:

60ml of Downing Street Whisky

2 tbsp of Thandai syrup

30ml of milk

Some ground cinnamon and a few saffron strands.

Preparation:

To make a Thandai Martini, combine 60ml of Downing Street whiskey, 2 tbsp of Thandai syrup, and 30ml of milk in a shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon and a few saffron strands and enjoy.

Mango Lassi Margarita

Mango lassi is a popular Indian drink made with yogurt and mango and this can be paired and blended with tequila to make it more interesting. This mango lassi margarita recipe has a tangy, sweet, and refreshing flavour that makes it an ideal festive drink.

Ingredients:

60ml of tequila

165 gms of fresh mango

245 gms of plain yogurt

4 tbsp of lime juice

Preparation:

For a Mango Lassi Margarita, blend 165 gms of fresh mango, 245 gms of plain yogurt, 4 tbsp of lime juice, 60ml of tequila, mix it in a blender with ice. Rim the glasses with salt and garnish with a slice of fresh mango.

Masala Chai Old Fashioned

No one can disagree that chai brings a sense of happiness and satisfaction and is not just a drink but a state of joy. Chai has the power to turn the world upside down, including our mood. Masala chai is a spiced tea that’s popular in India, but it’s time to make it better this holi – day by adding a little spice to it with NeuWorld Spirits Royal Tribe Whisky that is made selected grains and blended with Scotch.

Ingredients:

60ml of Royal Tribe Whisky

1 tsp of sugar

2 dashes of orange bitters

1 tsp of water in a rocks glass

A splash of Masala chai syrup

Preparation:

To make a Masala Chai Old Fashioned, muddle 1 tsp of sugar with 2 dashes of orange bitters and 1 tsp of water in a rocks glass. Add 60ml of Royal Tribe Whisky and a splash of masala chai syrup (made by steeping chai tea with spices and sugar) and stir well. Garnish with an orange twist.

Rose Petal Sangria

Roses are a common flower used in Indian festivals, and they make for a fragrant and romantic cocktail ingredient. Rose petal sangria is a refreshing drink with a vibrant floral flavour making it a lovely way to celebrate the festival of Holi.

Ingredients:

1 bottle of red wine

1/2 cup of rose syrup (mix simmering rose petals with sugar and water)

1/2 cup of brandy

1 cup of chopped fruit (such as strawberries, peaches, and oranges)

Preparation:

To make a Rose Petal Sangria, combine 1 bottle of red wine, 1/2 cup of rose syrup (made by simmering rose petals with sugar and water), 1/2 cup of brandy, and 1 cup of chopped fruit (such as strawberries, peaches, and oranges) in a pitcher. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve in glasses over ice and garnish with a few fresh rose petals.

Coconut Curry Gimlet

A gimlet is traditionally made with gin and lime juice but you can give this drink a tropical twist by infusing lime leaf and adding coconut. Coconut is often used in Indian cuisine, and when paired with gin, makes for a unique and flavourful cocktail when combined in a Coconut Curry Gimlet.

Ingredients:

60ml of gin

2 tbsp of coconut curry syrup (mixing coconut milk, curry powder, and sugar)

2 tbsp of lime juice

Preparation:

To make it, combine 60ml of gin, 2 tbsp of coconut curry syrup that can be made by simmering coconut milk, curry powder, and sugar and 2 tbsp of lime juice in a shaker with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with a slice of fresh lime.

 It’s not possible to end a Holi celebration without a mish-mash of colour and dash-of-crazy cocktails. These Indian-inspired cocktails are super easy to make and only need a few steps for it, so make sure to add some extra cheer and excitement to your Holi celebration. Enjoy responsibly and have a happy and colourful Holi.

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Press Release | THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Returns with A New Season of Creative Home Cooks from Across the Country

Press Release | THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Returns with A New Season of Creative Home Cooks from Across the Country

PASADENA, CA (January 16, 2023) – Today at the Television Critics Association Winter Press Tour, PBS announced that Season 2 of the popular series THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE premieres Mondays, June 19-August 7, 9:00-10:00 p.m. ET (check local listings) on PBS, PBS.org and the PBS app. A fun and uplifting eight-part cooking competition that celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic, Season 2 will introduce viewers to a new group of inventive home cooks who compete to wow the judges with their beloved signature dishes. Alejandra Ramos returns as host and renowned chefs Leah Cohen, Tiffany Derry and Graham Elliot are back as judges and mentors for Season 2.

Great American Recipe

“The first season of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE was a multiplatform success, attracting younger and more diverse audiences to PBS,” said Zara Frankel, Senior Director of Programming and Development, General Audience Programming at PBS. “Viewers rooted for and connected with our wonderful home cooks from around the country, and we are delighted to launch a new season of this fan-favorite with fresh faces, new recipes and heartwarming stories.”

“We couldn’t be more excited to launch second season of The Great American Recipe in June,” said Steve Humble, Chief Content Officer at VPM, which is co-producing the series. “The team and cast had another great experience filming the show right here in Virginia. Being able to share the participants’ touching personal stories through food is something we can all relate to.  We found another batch of amazing home cooks from around the country, and we can’t wait to share another amazing array of dishes and family recipes with our audience.”

“We are excited to be partnering again with PBS and VPM for this celebration of everything that makes American cuisine so distinctive and diverse.” said Jilly Pearce, President, Objective Media Group America. “In Season 1, we experienced the culinary legacies of home cooks from the Midwest to Mexico. This season, our cooks traveled from all over the country to share their stories and most treasured recipes, from Native American bison short ribs, to Hawaiian loco moco, to Guyanese chicken curry. “

THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE blends food, family, and fun, highlighting the amazing variety of tastes and traditions from across the U.S. while capturing the roots of America’s diverse cuisine. From family favorites passed down through generations to internationally influenced recipes that are becoming mainstays of American cuisine, the series mixes camaraderie with competition, revealing rich personal stories and the inspiration behind the contestant’s favorite recipes. As with the first season, one of the winner’s dishes will grace the cover of The Great American Recipe Cookbook Season 2, an official series cookbook, which will feature recipes from the contestants, the host and the judges.

THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE Season 2 will be available to stream on all station-branded PBS platforms, including PBS.org and the PBS app, available on iOS, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV, Android TV, Samsung Smart TV, Chromecast and VIZIO.

THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE is co-produced for PBS by VPM and Objective Media Group America. Steve Humble is the Executive in Charge for VPM. Zara Frankel is the Executive in Charge for PBS. At Objective Media Group America, Megan Bidner is Showrunner, Layla Smith and Jilly Pearce are Executive Producers and Alyssa Hastrich is Senior Vice President of Current Series.

Funding for THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE is provided by VPM and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

 

About VPM
As Virginia’s home for public media, VPM connects nearly 2 million people across Central Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley to insightful programming in arts and culture, history, science, news and education. VPM operates public television stations VPM PBS, VPM Plus, VPM PBS KIDS, lifestyle channel VPM Create and international program channel VPM WORLD, as well as Richmond NPR station VPM News (88.9 FM) and VPM Music (107.3 FM, 93.1 FM and 88.9-HD2). In the Northern Neck (89.1 FM) and Southside Virginia (90.1 FM), listeners receive a combination of news and music. Audiences can access VPM online at VPM.org and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube. 

About OBJECTIVE MEDIA GROUP AMERICA
Objective Media Group America is the U.S. arm of Objective Media Group.  An LA-based All3Media America company, OMG America is led by President, Jilly Pearce in creating and producing original entertainment and reality formats, including “Lingo” (coming soon on CBS), “The Cube” (returning for season 2 on TBS), “Phrogger: Hider in My House” (Lifetime), “12 Dates of Christmas” (HBO Max), “Worst Cooks in America” (The Food Network), “Spring Baking Championship: Easter” (The Food Network) and more. Objective Media Group is headquartered in London and headed up by CEO Layla Smith.

About CPB
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private, nonprofit corporation authorized by Congress in 1967, is the steward of the federal government’s investment in public broadcasting. It helps support the operations of more than 1,500 locally managed and operated public television and radio stations nationwide. CPB is also the largest single source of funding for research, technology and program development for public radio, television, and related online services.  For more information, visit cpb.org, follow us on Twitter @CPBmedia, Facebook and LinkedIn and subscribe for email updates.

About PBS

PBS, with more than 330 member stations, offers all Americans the opportunity to explore new ideas and new worlds through television and digital content. Each month, PBS reaches over 120 million people through television and 26 million people online, inviting them to experience the worlds of science, history, nature, and public affairs; to hear diverse viewpoints; and to take front row seats to world-class drama and performances. PBS’s broad array of programs has been consistently honored by the industry’s most coveted award competitions. Teachers of children from pre-K through 12th grade turn to PBS for digital content and services that help bring classroom lessons to life. Decades of research confirms that PBS’s premier children’s media service, PBS KIDS, helps children build critical literacy, math, and social-emotional skills, enabling them to find success in school and life. Delivered through member stations, PBS KIDS offers high-quality educational content on TV — including a 24/7 channel — online at pbskids.org, via an array of mobile apps and in communities across America. More information about PBS is available at pbs.org, one of the leading dot-org websites on the internet, or by following PBS on Twitter, Facebook or through our apps for mobile and connected devices. Specific program information and updates for press are available at pbs.org/pressroom or by following PBS Communications on Twitter.

 

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Atiya Frederick, PBS, anfrederick@pbs.org
Cara White / Mary Lugo, CaraMar, Inc. cara.white@mac.com; lugo@negia.net

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Art Basel Awakens To Black Culinary Creative Culture

Art Basel Awakens To Black Culinary Creative Culture

Art Basel Miami sits at the intersection of meals, art and society when shedding a new spotlight on the culinary earth of Black food items creative imagination! Exclusively, the organization of Black-owned places to eat, with cooks like Mashama Bailey, Co-Owner of The Gray in Savannah, GA and Diner Bar in Austin, TX, will be on full display screen by means of exclusive eating encounters, as a way of making culturally related culinary artwork. This notice to Black-owned eating establishments is generations overdue, with the legacy of Black restaurateurs heading back again a lot more than 250 many years.

The Breakdown You Want To Know:

CultureBanx claimed Black restaurateurs have observed opportunities in prolonged-standing culinary traditions, and the chefs at the helm pointedly defy anticipations with the foodstuff they served. For example, Bailey, who is a James Beard award winner for Finest Chef: Southeast, is putting her culture and talent on screen as element of the American Specific offers SAVOR & SOUL™ series throughout Artwork Basel Miami. Outside of the food is an immersive practical experience on the latest condition of Black art and artists through a viewing of Phillip K. Smith III’s Yard of Reflections.

“Miami is these types of a lively and vibrant town, abundant in Caribbean tradition,” mentioned Bailey. “We are excited to showcase dishes rooted in these cultures and cook for persons who really like art and beauty, and who have a discerning eye and palate – it is always a welcomed problem.”

She is fusing Black culinary cuisine with art in a exclusive way by celebrating the flavors of African American, African, and Caribbean delicacies, all of which reside in Miami. American Express
AXP
 is escalating the visibility and chances that Black chefs are acquiring by functioning with Bailey.

“During Art Basel 7 days, when we see reservation demand from customers in Miami spike, we’ll supercharge what Resy is known for: guiding you to and supporting you get into the finest dining establishments, said Alex Lee, CEO of Resy and VP of American Categorical Dining”

Cultivating Culinary Lifestyle:

There are other groups highlighting Black restaurant excellence. Warren Luckett’s Black Cafe Week will allow patrons to explore Black-owned dining places and culinary enterprises in their neighborhood. It operates activities throughout the yr in 14 parts across the state where Black chefs are celebrated for their artistry and innovation.

“When you appear at the crucial put that food stuff retains for the Black group, our chefs are the key architects of culinary lifestyle as a way to spur economic prospect,” claimed Luckett, Founder of Black Cafe Months.

There is nevertheless much more function required to appropriately elevate Black cooks, for the reason that just past calendar year, only 17{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889} of cooks and head cooks were being Black. Interestingly sufficient, this is only about 5 share details bigger than their representation in the full workforce, in accordance to the Bureau of Labor Data. Out of the 145,000 regarded chefs in the U.S., typically men, somewhere around 10{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889} are Black.

Black cooks remain underrepresented in wonderful eating, now they are getting new recognition. In advance of 2021, Black cooks had absent 14 decades without profitable in any of the most effective chef or superb cafe types of the James Beard awards. Even so, more than the previous two several years, 6 black chefs have won in people categories, according to the New York Times
NYT
.

In the U.S. there are approximately 200 Michelin Star dining places and only 29 of them are Black owned. Extra Black restaurateurs ought to potentially obtain this ranking, as it can improve enterprise site visitors alongside with costs by 15{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889} to 80{d2b09b03d44633acb673e8080360919f91e60962656af8ade0305d5d8b7e4889}.

What is Subsequent:

The marketplace for get the job done by African American artists “is at an inflection position globally proper now—that’s a simple fact. And it’s not going absent,” Tim Blum of Blum & Poe instructed ArtNet. It’s plausible that the exact same can be said of Black culinary excellence. Black cooks are element of an beneath-appreciated narrative of perseverance, creativeness, and now, extra usually, triumph. They keep on to strike while the iron’s very hot!