Welcome to the 58th edition of Mangia Mondays! I co-host this weekly blog hop with an amazing chef, Kristin of Delightfully Dowling. If you haven’t visited her blog yet you must pay her a visit for varied and fun food inspirations like her Puff Pastry Wrapped Apples with Cheddar and Bacon, Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chipotle-Bourbon Sauce or Dulce de Leche Cupcakes. You never know what you’re going to get over there and since Kristin is training to be a chef at this very moment you know it’s going to be good!
My kids are on school vacation and lucked out with a week of sunshine ahead, and my brother-in-law’s wedding to look forward to next weekend. If I’m not around the blogosphere very much it’s because we’re making the most of the weather and some freedom from schedules over the next few days!
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, last week I shared a Blueberry Lemon Cake that would be great for a brunch. White Sangria is also perfect for this occasion, or as a refreshment on a hot summer day! The best part of sangria is that you can change it up depending on what fruit you prefer or is in season, and it’s so pretty to serve to guests.
The basic recipes calls for 1 bottle of a white wine that you like (I used a Chardonnay; fruity wines work well), 2 tablespoons of Grand Marnier* and 2 tablespoon confectioner’s (powdered) sugar, poured over the fruit of your choosing. I used strawberries, white grapes and lemon, but oranges, blueberries, peaches, nectarines, and apples all work well also. After chopping your fruit (wash and slice lemons and oranges with their rinds on), add the wine, Grand Marnier and sugar. Stir with a wooden spoon, mashing up the fruit a bit with the back of the spoon.
*Triple Sec or Cointreau can be used also.
Come on over and I’ll pour you a glass, over ice with a scoop of the fruit. We can sit out on the deck and chit chat!
What deliciousness have you been cooking up in your kitchen? You’re invited to link up a blog post or share in comments – a recipe, a restaurant you’ve enjoyed lately, or any kitchen tips & tricks!
Have a great week ahead, friends!
Dana Frieling@ Make Them Wonder says
Wish I lived closer so I could stop by for a glass. Looks delicious!
pam {simple details} says
So pretty and refreshing! Keep those brunch ideas coming and you'll have my entire menu planned for me!
Lisa - A Room with A View says
Love any sangria – will make a note of this recipe. Thank you, Lisa!
Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says
That looks so yummy!!!! Need to pin this recipe. Hope you are doing well, how did the masks turn out?? Have a fabulous week my friend.
XO
Kristin
Barbara says
I'm thirsty!! Looks good.
cestMoi Sandy says
Oooooh, sangria used to be one of my favorite drinks! Totally loved it.
Do you maybe have a (non) alcoholic version of it for me (just e-mail it to me 🙂
John and I used to drink this while on vacation in Spain. There they add "dry ice" which gives it a very foggy/misty look. So pretty.
Especially at candlelight outside on the boulevard.
But, that was 6 kids ago! lol
But, I may dream right?
Have a lovely week my friend.
And thank you for bringing back the memories.
Love
Sandy
Anonymous says
Looks so good! Might have to try it for my next cocktail club..
ntb
Ashley says
I am not much of a wine person but after seeing that sangria maybe I should be! I may have to give that a go.