The first thing that comes to you when the elevator opens onto Bellini (the 3rd floor loft above Goose Island Brewery, 1800 N. Clybourn, Chicago) is the care given to the space, the customers, and the concept of comfort. Raw wood, pastels, solid construction and soft shapes abound; the space says safe at home, safe […]
Tag Archives: Bellini
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May
May
Here is a tasty champagne punch creation perfect for New Year’s Eve celebrations, or any other occasion, special or not. Ingredients – Frozen fruit (peaches & raspberries) – Orange Juice Concentrate – Cipriani Bellini Mix (sold in mini soda cans) – Champagne (cheap) – Lime Juice – Grenadine Preparation Prepare 20-30 minutes before serving, or […]
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Apr
Apr
As the New Year approaches thoughts turn to plans, parties, noise, fireworks, and champagne toasts. If you’re looking for non-alcoholic options for New Year’s Eve, you’ve come to the right place. Gone are the days when the only options were sparkling champagne and grape juice Although a nice option, they tend to look a bit […]
10
Mar
Mar
Tonight’s beverage was tall champagne flutes of Peach Bellini made with peach puree from the fresh peaches I bought this weekend at the Farmer’s Market. September peaches in Indiana are perfect to make this very elegant cocktail. While I prefer a white peach or pale yellow variety for Peach Bellinis, the most important thing when […]
14
Jan
Jan
The Bellini cocktail was created at the venerable Harry’s Bar in Venice in the 1930s by bar founder Giuseppe Cipriani. Basically a mixture of pure peach and sparkling wine – usually one part pure white peach to three parts cold dry Prosecco from the Tarvisio region of Italy. The main shade of the drink is […]