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Today's episode of Speakeasy features a delicious lemongrass and ginger syrup that Erin whips up to help her save money on all the ginger beer she's been drinking lately.
 
As you know, she prefers a mocktail, and this is a super tasty syrup that, when added to bubbly water, will satisfy the craving for a refreshing cool drink.

And she knows how much her co-hosts like something a bit stronger, so they've modified it and added bourbon (Heather) and tequila (Sarah) to their sparkly drinks.

Any way you have it, this one's sure to be on the list for summer patio season.

Lemongrass Ginger Syrup

-2 cups granulated sugar
-1 cup water
-1/2 cup peeled diced ginger
-2 stalks chopped lemongrass
-1/2 lemon peel
-1/2 lemon juice
Bring to boil in a medium saucepan. Simmer 20 min or until thick and syrupy.

Lemongrass Ginger Sparkle Drink
-1/2 oz syrup
-6-8 oz bubbly water (club soda)
-1 1/2 oz Bourbon or Tequila *Optional*

Episode Links
~ Lemongrass Ginger Sparkle Recipe
~ Paloma Recipe
~ The Perfect Paloma SPEAKEASY Episode

 

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This week on Three Kitchens Podcast, we are wrapping up our series on BBQ by putting into practice a couple of the grilling techniques we talked about in our episodes with Ryan and Avery, the competition BBQ participant and judge.

We've got a recipe from Scotty Scott's cookbook, Fix Me A Plate, for pecan smoked chicken with an Alabama white sauce. And for that pecan smoked chicken, Erin made the chicken thighs using the same method that BBQ competitors use to remove the fat from the skin of the chicken and replace the thinned skin on top of the thigh, before seasoning and cooking it. If you're thinking, oh boy that sounds tedious, it is.... but the bigger question is: is it worth it?

And let's not skip over the unbelievably delicious Alabama white sauce that went with this chicken. Heather is thinking she'll be making a whole bucket of it the next time she makes BBQ chicken. We can almost guarantee you'll be thinking the same.

Tune in as we wrap up BBQ and give a sneak peek into a few upcoming episodes.

Episode Links
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~ Scotty Scott: Fix me a Plate Cookbook
~ Smoked Pecan Chicken Recipe
~ Alabama White Sauce Recipe
~ Episode with Alberta Competition BBQ Competitor Ryan Sanderson
~ Episode with Alberta Competition BBQ Judge Avery Cochrane
~Barbecues Galore
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This week on our Speakeasy bonus episode, Heather has zhuzhed-up an orange margarita by making it with blood oranges and amaretto. It's got a beautiful, deep red colour and great flavour! 

If you're an older lady looking to party and need the right drink to get in the mood, this is the drink for you. Or so says the Buzzfeed article Sarah read on last week's Speakeasy.  

We still can't stop laughing over the article so make sure to catch that one before you judge us for judging people on their drinks... and other vices. 

• 2 oz freshly squeezed blood orange juice (about 1 orange)
• 1 oz fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
• 1 oz Blanco tequila
• 1 oz Amaretto
• Salt to rim the glass

Instructions:

1. Wet the rim of a glass with a lime wedge and rim with salt. 
2. Add juices, tequila and Amaretto to a shaker or jar with ice. Shake until cold. 
3. Strain over ice. Enjoy. 

Happy Friday, friends. Cheers!

Episode Links
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~ Blood Orange & Amaretto Margarita Recipe
~ Buzzfeed Article
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On Three Kitchens Podcast this week, Heather and Erin continue the barbecue theme with guest, Avery Cochrane. Avery is a certified Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) competition judge. He gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what judges are looking for when they taste all that delicious BBQ!

KCBS is one of the sanctioning bodies of BBQ competitions all over the world, including in Alberta. Avery's culinary training may give him some insight into preparation of the food he's judging, but it's not a requirement to become a judge. See the link below for more information if you're interested in judging BBQ in areas where KCBS holds competitions.

Ribs are on the menu this week! Avery shared with us his favourite spice blend for BBQ ribs, and gave us some tips for cooking BBQ at home (injecting peach juice into pork butt?). Because she doesn't own a smoker, Erin made ribs in her oven. They were fantastic, so don't rule this out - if you don't have a smoker or even a BBQ, you can still make delicious ribs!   

She also made a skillet cornbread because we think it's just one of those perfect sides to serve with any BBQ. The recipes are all linked below.

Be sure to check out Avery and his wife Lena on their new podcast, 90s Tunes! They're going down memory lane with some of their favourite 90s albums. 

Episode Links
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~ BBQ Ribs Recipe
~ Cornbread Recipe
~ Find an Alberta BBQ event: Canadian BBQ Society
~ KCBS judging classes
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Sarah's mixing up a drink featuring Aguardiente, a spirit made from sugarcane, this week on Speakeasy. 

Do you order a drink at the bar and get the side eye from the bartender? Do you feel like the bartender is judging you based on what you've ordered? You're not wrong!

Sarah is sharing a hilarious article about what your drink order says about you.
And who knows what the bartender thinks about this drink, because it's not on the list!

Enjoy our fun conversation and this delicious drink:

Poncha Cocktail

1 part orange Juice
1 part lemon Juice
1 part Aguardiente
2 parts honey

Episode Links
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~ Poncha Cocktail Recipe
~ Buzzfeed Article
~ Aguardiente
~ Norley's Authentic Colombian Street Food
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This week on Three Kitchens Podcast, we're cooking with fire - again! You may be wondering what's with all the meat recipes at the moment. We've actually been calling April The Month of Meat, and while we didn't really plan it that way, we admit we're loving it.

This week, Erin is grilling bacon-wrapped chicken skewers, finished with a maple and bourbon glaze (drooling yet?). This amazing recipe comes from Derek Wolf from overthefirecooking.com. If you aren't familiar with his food, go check it out. You will want to eat every single thing he cooks (don't say we didn't warn you). He was inspired to learn to cook with fire by a favourite celeb chef of ours, Francis Mallman. With a muse like that, you really can't go wrong. 

Erin also made an easy lemon rice to serve alongside the chicken. The bright lemon flavour comes from dried lemon peel, but you could also use lemon zest.

You may think wrapping pieces of chicken in bacon sounds tedious, but Erin promises it doesn't take as long as you may think, and we all agree it is well worth it. This is a fantastic recipe, one that will be on our BBQs all summer long. And we think you'll want it on yours, too. 



Episode Links
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~ Chicken Bacon Skewers with Maple & Bourbon Glaze Recipe
~ Lemon Rice Recipe
~ Chimmichurri Recipe
~ Over The Fire Cooking
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On the Speakeasy bonus episode this week, Sarah serves up when she's calling a Pineapple Melon Cocktail. It's bright and fruity and so delish. 

She mixed it for a St. Patty's Day party because of the fantastic green colour, but this drink will get you in the mood for summertime on the patio. Enjoy! 

To a glass add:

• 1 oz midori liquor​​​​ 
• 2 oz vodka

Top up with:

• half pineapple juice
• half club soda

Serve with frozen melon balls or frozen pineapple cubes.

Episode Links
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~ Pineapple Melon Cocktail Recipe
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This week, Erin and Heather welcome guest, Ryan Sanderson, to the show. Ryan is host of the Eat More Barbecue podcast and, dare we call him Alberta's BBQ ambassador? It sure seems to fit! Ryan started his podcast to grow and promote the culture of BBQ in Alberta.

Ryan is here to share with us how he was introduced to BBQ and the food, people and culture behind this particular style of cooking.  He shares his insider knowledge of what it's like to participate in team BBQ competitions (turns out it's a combination of a little bit of serious competition, a whole lot of serious fun, and of course, seriously good food!).

Ryan also shares with us his recipe for Rotisserie Prime Rib with an Herb Paste. Heather made it and highly (highly!) recommends you try it. It's so good, and here's a hot tip: you can make extra paste and freeze it for next time. It's a great way to use up fresh herbs that tend to go bad quickly. If you don't have a rotisserie, no problem - use the herb paste on a roast in your oven.

We also learn how we can all level up our own BBQ game (even if we're cooking on a gas grill in the back yard), like how to introduce smoke, and choosing the right charcoal.

Be sure to tune in when we continue the BBQ conversation with BBQ competition judge Avery Cochrane! That episode will be available later in April.

Episode links:
~ Rotisserie Prime Rib with Herb Paste recipe
~ Eat More Barbecue podcast

 

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This week on Speakeasy we're enjoying a sweet cocktail in a cute hollow chocolate squirrel. It is Easter, after all.  But of course you can enjoy this dessert in a glass any day of the year.  Cheers! 

This cocktail is made with equal amounts vodka, irish cream liqueur and coffee liqueur. This recipe makes two drinks, so simply adjust it for the number you're serving:  

• 3 oz Irish Cream Liqueur (we used Bailey's)
• 3 oz coffee liqueur (we used Kahlua)
• 3 oz vodka

Directions: 

1. Put all ingredients into a cocktail shaker or jar with ice and shake well.
2. Add a little caramel sauce to the rim of each glass (optional). 
3. Strain into two glasses, over ice.  

Episode Links
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~ Mudslide Cocktail Recipe

 

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This week on Three Kitchens Podcast, Erin tells us how to make a delicious French Onion Soup. She made her own beef broth, but you can also use store-bought broth if you prefer. Her French Onion Soup is topped with chunky croutons and melty gryère cheese.

Onion soups have been popular throughout history, often seen as food for poor people, as onions were plentiful and easy to grow. The modern version of this soup as we know it today originated in Paris, France in the 18th century, and was introduced to North America in the mid-1800s. It's a fairly simple recipe of caramelized onions in broth, topped with bread and cheese.

If you choose to make your own beef broth, Erin has posted her recipe on the blog. You really only need beef bones, veggies, herbs and lots of time to let the flavours develop. 

You're going to love this simple but wonderfully tasty French Onion Soup!

Episode Links
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~ French Onion Soup Recipe
~ Beef Broth Recipe
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