Ice-cold hibiscus (roselle) juice
Inspired by a drink I first encountered at a Museum Cafe back in 2014, this iced cranberry-tasting drink is made by boiling and steeping calyces (sepals) of the roselle …
Summer drinks
Southern Comfort and Mountain Dew cocktail
When lemons and mint leaves are a-plenty (and they are during summer!), it's the perfect time to mix a drink that highlights the flavors of both.
Mango Margarita
The classic margarita gets a facelift in this cocktail drink with the addition of very ripe and very sweet mangoes.
Tequila Sunrise
Tequila Sunrise is a layered drink. The denser Grenadine sinks to the bottom of the glass to mimic the red hues of sunrise while the paler juices emulate the lightening …
Avocado, cucumber and blueberry smoothie
We all deal with hot weather differently. For my part, the answer is smoothies and light meals. Serve this smoothie for breakfast or midday snack.
Cucumber and mint smoothie
When the indoor temperature is 34C, it's definitely a signal to make a refreshing cold drink. Cucumber smoothie by itself is good but add mint leaves and it's even …
Mango and melon smoothie
Almost ripe mangoes with a bit of tang in them make the perfect partner for sweet melon (cantaloupe) in making this delicious mango and melon smoothie.
Watermelon and yogurt smoothie
Pureed watermelon is spooned into a glass, topped with an equal amount of yogurt and finished off with another layer of watermelon.