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Uncle Nearest // The Best Whiskey Maker the World Never Knew

As owners of Dogwood Tavern, we were recently invited by the new whiskey brand Uncle Nearest 1856 to go to Tennessee to attend the Founder’s Tour and learn more about the history behind the premium whiskey, Uncle Nearest, in the town of Lynchburg Tennessee. Unfortunately, I couldn’t go, but my business partner Chad hopped on …

Halloween Ideas // Spooky Drowning Zombie Merlot Cocktails

I’m just a little bit OBSESSED with these Zombie Wine Cocktails… Though if I’m being honest, they’re not really, technically – cocktails, but a simple upgrade to the already delicious Ecco Domani Merlot, complete with a reaching zombie arm for all the Halloween goodness. They’re PERFECT for Halloween parties because they’re super quick and easy …

Getting GameDay Ready with Smirnoff Ice®

The Friday of Football Season is upon us and we’re getting gameday ready with a refreshingly crisp and delicious Smirnoff Ice®. That’s right ladies, it’s the yummiest ready-made cocktail available in tons of great flavors, making my gameday prep and final gathering THAT. MUCH. EASIER. I’ve partnered with Smirnoff Ice® to celebrate the season and …

Breakfast or Dessert // Apple Pie Smoothie Recipe Because FALL

* Recipe by guest contributor Laney Schwartz, creator of Life is But a Dish HELLOOOOOOOO FALL! Yes, it’s actually FINALLY Fall – but LA still thinks it’s Summer! Come oooooooooooon. I’m so ready. I’m dying for those fall flavors, cozy sweaters, and yep… Apple pie. Since it’s not quite time for apple picking, and it’s …