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Martini Monday – Endless Summer Martini

Debbie Ray — Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:59:57 +0000

Today’s taste test was the Endless Summer Martini created by Anson at Pamplona. Absolut Citron complimented by cranberry and lemon juices, fresh ginger syrup, accented by plum and fig bitters made from Grandpa Leroy’s figs. The final event of Martinis 2012 takes place Saturday, August 25th at the Lafayette Hilton. There you will enjoy all [...]

Marcello's Entry for Martinis 2012 – The Rubini

Debbie Ray — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:50:49 +0000

Marshall from Marcello's joined Jaycee and me today with a sample of their entry, the "Rubini", in the Martinis 2012 contest to benefit Healing House.

Marcello's "Rubini" is made of Absolut Ruby Red Grapefruit vodka muddled with strawberry, orange and lemon, honey syrup and a splash of Lillet Rouge.

Ocean Trust Martini from Bonefish Grill for 'Tini Tuesday

Debbie Ray — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:01:26 +0000

Bonefish Grill’s entry for Martinis 2012 is the Ocean Trust Martini, with Absolut Citron, muddled mango and orange. Martinis 2012 benefits Healing House – Hope for Grieving Children. Print your coupon for a free Absolut Signature Martini with purchase of an entree here.

Martinis 2012 – La Fonda's Sangria Martini

Debbie Ray — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 13:24:19 +0000

Will and Stephanie from LaFonda visited today with the martini that Will created for Healing House’s Martinis 2012. The Sangria Martini is made from Absolut Grapevine vodka, red wine, apple juice, pineapple juice and orange juice. They’ll be serving them up on ‘Tini Tuesday and at the Martinis 2012 finale on August 25th. Try them all [...]

What – A – Melon Martini at Blue Dog

Debbie Ray — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:51:31 +0000

Kelly from Blue Dog visited today with the What-A-Melon martini she and all the bartenders at Blue Dog will be serving up for ‘Tini Tuesday. Try one tomorrow evening at Blue Dog and cast your vote for the ABSOLUT Best Martini and help out Healing House! All proceeds from Martinis 2012 will benefit local families [...]

Bananas Foster Martini at Walk-On's

Debbie Ray — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:37:27 +0000

Mallory from Walk-On’s visited this morning to talk about Martinis 2012. She brought their entry into the contest, the Bananas Foster Martini. It’s made with Absolut Vanilla, Godiva White, Creme de Banana, Agave Nectar, Half & Half, with a graham cracker rim with chocolate covered garnish. Try one and donate $1 to cast your vote [...]

Absolut Best Martini Tour Benefits Healing House

Debbie Ray — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 07:47:38 +0000

The ABSOLUT® Best Martini Tour kicks off Tuesday, July 3, 2012. Eight of the finest local restaurants will vie for the title of “Lafayette’s ABSOLUT® Best Martini” as a benefit for Healing House; Hope for Grieving Children. Walk- On’s, Charley G’s, Cochon, Blue Dog Café, LaFonda, Bone Fish Grill, Marcello’s Wine Market Café, and Pamplona [...]

Martini Monday Shakes Things Up on CJ and Debbie Ray Show

Debbie Ray — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:36:27 +0000

The Martinis 2011 Finale to benefit Healing House is this Saturday so today was the final Martini Monday with CJ and Debbie Ray. As you probably know, CJ “loves” Vodka and I enjoy a finely crafted cocktail now and then, so today was especially fun with Anson from Pamplona Tapas Bar. Watch as he creates [...]

Martini Tour Benefits Healing House

Debbie Ray — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:53:35 +0000

Healing House’s Martinis ’11 Best Martini Tour kicks off Tuesday, June 28, 2011. Eight local restaurants will vie for the title of “Absolut Best Martini” in an effort to help children and their families who have experienced the death of a parent or sibling. Bonefish Grill, Zea, Blue Dog Café, Charley G’s, Walk-On’s, Jolie’s, Tsunami, [...]