The addition of sparkly cava and fresh basil lend a fun twist to this easy to drink, refreshing cocktail that makes enough for a crowd.
It’s hard to say goodbye.
Especially when you’re not sure that you really want to go.
Scared of the unknown. Craving the familiar. Comfortable in staying right where you are.
The only way to face change is to face it head on. And clink “cheers” to the new adventures ahead.
I’m lucky to have a community of food bloggers who have become more than just avatars.They’ve become true friends. And some of the greatest of those friends are the ones I’ve found right in my own backyard, here in Salt Lake City.
So when one of us leaves the fold, it’s really, really hard to say goodbye.
Thus, cocktails at noon (!) are in order.
Deb of Taste and Tell and Annalise of Completely Delicious, mugging and hugging it out
This week a few of us locals gathered for an impromptu get together to tell our friend Annalise of Completely Delicious “see you soon” and toast to her new life as a resident in one of the most magnificent scenic beauties in the U.S., Moab, Utah.
I mean seriously, Moab. It’s kind of God’s gift to earth.
The perfect excuse. Let’s food blogger potluck brunch!
Letty of Letty’s Kitchen (oh my, her veggie enchiladas are beyond!) muddles her way through lunch.
Let’s Potluck!
We dished it up with Shrimp and Avocado Salad from Kalyn’s Kitchen, Chopped Salad with Kumquats, Avocado, Pears and Buckwheat from Vintage Mixer based on this salad, two different quiches from Mountain Mama Cooks and individual cheesecakes from Barbara Bakes (soon to be shared!).
Barbara Bakes. And I know first hand, Barbara rocks.
This Mountain Mama pops.
And this Mountain Mama spills. In all the right ways.
And look at that! Mountain Mama pours! How much do I love her for that? A lot!
Becky of The Vintage Mixer and Everett add comic relief and mad grabs for Barbara’s cheesecakes. I mean, who doesn’t love a boy and his goat?
Dara of Cookin’ Canuck (who created one of my favorite noodle dishes ever) prepares for her work to be done later in the afternoon. We’re still working, right?
Annalise will be missed, that is for sure, but when she comes back for visits, it will only mean more reasons to us to gather and celebrate once more.
Cheers to that. Let’s drink up, friends!
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Champagne Mojitos
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup thai basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons super fine sugar
- 2 limes cut into wedges
- 1 cup rum
- 1 bottle cold cava
Instructions
- Put the mint, thai basil, sugar and lime wedges into a small glass and muddle, in batches if needed. Pour the rum into a pitcher and add the mint mixture and lots of ice. Top with the cava and pour into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with fresh mint or thai basil.
- adapted from Bobby Flay
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Barbara @ Barbara Bakes says
Thanks for hosting our scrumptious goodbye lunch. We’re so lucky to have each other so close. Food bloggers get togethers really are the best and your drink was the perfect addition to our light spring meal. Hugs!
KalynsKitchen says
What a fun time that was, even if the occasion is a little bittersweet! It was nice to be able to officially say goodbye to Annalise and wish her well in the new adventure. And such a pleasure to watch you take the photos and then see the gorgeous results. We are indeed lucky to have such a great food blogging community here.
Toni | BoulderLocavore says
A beautiful cocktail, send of and great crew to do it with. Moab isn’t too bad for a reunion either!
Meg @ BeardandBonnet says
I love this cocktail SO much! What a lovely and talented crew to spend the day with and what a sweet way to send your friend off to her new life.
heidi says
We’re definitely going to miss her around here.
Ali | Gimme Some Oven says
Oh man, what a wonderful group! Wish I could have been there to toast to Annalise! :) These mojitos sound like the perfect way to celebrate her, and the great community you girls have there. Hugs from KC!
kelley says
I love you, girl!!! The pics are gorgeous and thank YOU for capturing this afternoon. Annalise will be missed sorely but I know great things are in front of her. Big hugs and I owe you some pickles! xoxo
heidi says
I’m ready for those pickles any day!
Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says
Heidi, what a great post!! Looks like the perfect get together and send off and I totally WANT this champagne mojito! Happening soon!
Michelle @ A Dish of Daily Life says
It looks like a wonderful send off…and I love your champagne mojito! I am certain I can find an occasion for this fabulous drink! Pinning!
heidi says
It’s pretty much a perfect summer drink, so there’s plenty of time to enjoy!
Annalise @ Completely Delicious says
I want to live off of these champagne mojitos all summer long in Moab! They were seriously fabulous. Thanks for hosting such a gorgeous sendoff – I have the best blogging pals! I couldn’t be luckier. xoxo
heidi says
We’ll miss you but seriously, so excited for you and for your visits back up here on the North end. XO
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
What a great bunch of ladies and such a perfect cocktail too. Must try soon.
Sommer @ASpicyPerspective says
Looks like you all had a blast! I’m all game for trying this delicious champagne mojito!
Liz @ Floating Kitchen says
Oh what a wonderful day! Bittersweet I’m sure. But looks like the perfect “see you soon” send off!
Shinee says
Wow, how fun! I envy you all for being so close by! It looks like you had a fantastic time. Ah that champagne mojito! I need that.
Maureen says
What a wonderful get-together. I have such envy. :)
I also love mojitos but I’ve never had one with champagne – that looks so good!
The Foodie Chick says
Deborah says
I really do feel blessed to have met such amazing people through blogging. Annalise will definitely be missed!!
Eden Passante says
Adding champagne to a mojito is such a unique twist! Such a perfect recipe for the last few weeks of summer!
Espresso Tune says
I adore this mixed drink SO much! What a dazzling and skilled group to go through the day with and what a sweet approach to send your companion off to her new lifetime.
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