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Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining

I'm your cocktail bestie! Together we'll shake things up and make everything from classic cocktails to creative concoctions, and even mocktails from time to time. Follow me for delicious drink recipes, boozy desserts and appetizer pairings for easy, elegant entertaining.

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hello, weekend: this bubbly bevvy is on the menu 🍒✨

Welcome to the Feast + West Month of Mocktails! Because you subscribed, you’ll find tips and non-alcoholic drink recipes in your inbox throughout the month. Don't forget to download your free printable tracker. Hey there, Reader! I don't know about you, but it's been a week. If you're like me and want something that's a little bit of a pick-me-up, you're in luck! This Cherry Mocktail is tart, bubbly and feels just as special as a cocktail (without the booze, of course). Better yet, it works...

A white mug holds hot chocolate with a large white marshmallow.

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! It doesn't snow often where I live, but there is just something comforting about a mug of hot chocolate in the wintertime. For me, one sip takes me back to the days of sledding with my best friend, warm cookies and a movie marathon. Back then we used to have hot cocoa mix on hand, easy to prepare in a jiffy to warm us...

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Don't want these promo emails? Click here to opt out but stay on the list. Hey Reader, It’s halfway through the week and nearly halfway through this challenge! Whether you’ve noticed better sleep, clearer mornings or just the joy of trying something new, you’ve already accomplished so much. To keep the momentum going, why not treat...

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easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! If you're hitting the slopes, you deserve a treat. No, really. To brave the cold, the snow and the speed, there better be something great at the bottom of that mountain! These drinks take après-ski seriously. And if you're not skiing but are just ready to be inside from the cold, they are perfect for winter enjoyment....

A red drink in a stemless glass with ice garnished with a blood orange round.

with susannah of feast + west Welcome to the Freewild Spirits Club! Because you subscribed, you’ll get your weekly drink plan and exclusive recipes in your inbox throughout the month. This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! Here it is — your Week 2 Freewild Spirits Club mocktail. This one’s bright, citrusy, and still very forgiving. If last week was cozy and flexible, this one leans...

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easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Don't want these promo emails? Click here to opt out but stay on the list. Hey Reader, Do you know the feeling when your drink just needs *something else,* but you can’t put your finger on it? There’s one thing that can instantly upgrade your favorite sip, whether it’s a cocktail or a mocktail. Many bartenders add this one little...

A glass with a gold geometric pattern holds a pale yellow drink with a lime wheel.

easy, elegant entertaining This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Don't want these promo emails? Click here to opt out but stay on the list. Hey Reader, How's your month of no or low alcohol going so far? It’s hard to believe we’re already in Week 2! If you're feeling stuck or want to give up, don't! Not until you've tried this, anyway. meet zero-proof spirits! Zero-proof spirits are liquid...

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with susannah of feast + west Welcome to the Freewild Spirits Club! Because you subscribed, you’ll get your weekly drink plan and exclusive recipes in your inbox throughout the month. This email may contain affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. Hey, Reader! Welcome to week two of Freewild Spirits Club. This one builds gently on last week and keeps things flexible, cozy, and low effort. this week’s focus: blood orange...

A tall glass mug holds hot chocolate topped with whipped cream.

easy, elegant entertaining Hey, Reader! Well, winter is still in full swing and even if you're not having to pull on some snow boots and shovel, the days can get a bit dreary. Enter: warm drinks! There's nothing better than something cozy in your cup while you enjoy a good book or binge a show. (I've been doing a lot of the second lately — right now, we're enjoying that Fallout is back. If you're watching anything good, I want to know!) These are some of my favorite recipes to curl up with on...

A pear drink garnished with a cinnamon stick.

Welcome to the Feast + West Month of Mocktails! Because you subscribed, you’ll find tips and non-alcoholic drink recipes in your inbox throughout the month. Don't forget to download your free printable tracker. Hey there, Reader! If you’re easing into the weekend and want something that feels a little special but still low effort, I’ve got a good one for you. This Pear Mocktail is fizzy, fragrant and layered with warm spices and soft pear flavor. It’s refreshing and comforting at the same...