Feast + West: Sip, Snack, Repeat

sip • snack • sparkle 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've been here awhile you'll know that whenever I'm entertaining I have a mocktail option on the menu. It gives those underage, driving or who simply prefer not to imbibe something to enjoy outside of just water or soda. There are also some occasions where mocktails just fit the vibe better than an actual cocktail. For...

sip • snack • sparkle 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! Halloween is officially here and with the holiday falling on a Saturday, there's really no reason not to celebrate! If you're like me and don't even get trick-or-treaters, a spirited cocktail is the perfect compromise to a full blown celebration. The best part about these recipes is that they work for just a few servings or...

sip • snack • sparkle 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! Did you know you can tell Google Search your favorite websites? If Feast + West is one of your go-to spots for recipe inspiration, you can actually tell Google that — and it helps my recipes show up for you more often. It’s called a Preferred Source, and it takes about 10 seconds to set up. Sign in to your Google account....

sip • snack • sparkle 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! Halloween is finally here and even if you don't have a costume, it can be fun to get into the spooky spirit. There are plenty of special effects to transform a drink, from dry ice to ghastly garnishes. While many of these are used in cocktails, they certainly don't have to be! Add some tricks to your treats: sparkle syrup...

with susannah of feast + west 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. Happy Syrup Sunday Monday, Reader, Oops, I totally meant to send this email yesterday, but a busy weekend got in the way, so here we are. Pretend it says "Syrup Monday" up there, okay? Cinnamon is one of my favorite flavors. Period. I love this warm spice in just about everything, from weekend cinnamon rolls to my cocktails and...

sip • snack • sparkle 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! I feel like Halloween has two distinct camps: spooky and sweet. Some people love the scary movies, creepy decorations and costumes filled with blood and gore (or worse, clowns 🫣). Others prefer a celebration filled with candy and cute costumes. The hardest part of hosting for a holiday like this is not knowing where your boo...

sip • snack • sparkle 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! When it comes to Halloween celebrations, you want to be sure to include at least one drink on the menu that doesn't include any booze. Actually, that's my rule of thumb for any gathering — think beyond water or soda with a mocktail to ensure everyone is included. You can opt for a recipe that skips the booze altogether or...

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! Today is National Mezcal Day, so let’s talk about this smoky Mexican spirit! Mezcal is made from the heart, or piña, of agave plants grown in designated regions of Mexico. Before you tell me you “hate mezcal but love tequila,” allow me to burst your bubble: tequila is a type of mezcal in the broad sense, since both are...

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! Cider may just be the perfect thing to cozy up with. It's rich with sweet apple flavor accented by warming spices that are perfect for cool fall and winter days. Plus, when you make it at home your house smells amazing! It's also a drink made for sharing. Homemade apple cider is made in a batch form that's perfect for a...