So, more than any other question in this series, this will depend on what cocktails you’re planning to make. Cocktails include a fusion of spirit, sugar, bitters, citrus, ice (usually), … Continue reading What Ingredients Do I Need?
Tag: hospitality
Welcome from the Unwelcome
Every time I see a church sign proudly proclaim “all are welcome,” I wonder about the people in the church. Have they ever been in a place where they felt … Continue reading Welcome from the Unwelcome
Hospitality: Always Salt Half the Rim
I can’t remember where I picked up this trick, but I’ve been doing it for years now: whenever I serve a margarita, I always salt half the rim. After either … Continue reading Hospitality: Always Salt Half the Rim
Closing Thoughts
The letters of the New Testament tend to end in a similar fashion: the author wraps up the letter’s content, revisiting the letter’s dominant themes while also throwing in any … Continue reading Closing Thoughts
Making a Made-to-Order Mojito
All you have to do is type “mojito” into the youtube search bar, and you’ll enter a realm of controversy, so I choose to be flexible with my technique for this drink. As long as it’s got mint, lime, sugar, rum, and soda, the rest is negotiable.
Fear of Christians
About a month ago, I was hanging up posters for Intersections, and for the first time in a while, an old fear resurfaced. I went into a known Christian-owned business, … Continue reading Fear of Christians
Alcohol: A Personal Ethic
For the start of the new year, I’d like to spend some time answering a question I get often: How do you reconcile drinking and ministry? Well, for starters, the … Continue reading Alcohol: A Personal Ethic
The St. Augustine Distillery
Saturday was almost a very bad day. Knowing that it was our last free day for a few weeks, Jessi and I were determined to visit the St. Augustine Distillery. As different … Continue reading The St. Augustine Distillery