tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post3441205003294862729..comments2024-03-28T09:03:53.875-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: What We're Writing--Debs Conjures CocktailsJungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger61125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-47251078720616910712021-09-25T17:19:36.617-04:002021-09-25T17:19:36.617-04:00The perfect gin martini. I just almost burs into t...The perfect gin martini. I just almost burs into tears. The first sip of one of those is incredible.Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630366214207785339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-3889692250090709842021-09-25T17:18:26.516-04:002021-09-25T17:18:26.516-04:00SO late! But this is fantastic. You are SO perfect...SO late! But this is fantastic. You are SO perfect at what you do--ONLY YOU could have written this, it just sings with your voice. xxxHank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630366214207785339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-29947829138569098532021-09-24T19:02:51.369-04:002021-09-24T19:02:51.369-04:00Sort of hoping Sidana does NOT make it through the...Sort of hoping Sidana does NOT make it through the evening unattached. Picturing those cheekbones and rolled up shirt sleeves … MOTBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17303844193764773409noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-74273355600953853632021-09-24T16:29:51.357-04:002021-09-24T16:29:51.357-04:00As much as I enjoy reading about Gemma and Jasmine...As much as I enjoy reading about Gemma and Jasmine going undercover to drink, I get an extra kick out of imagining Duncan handling the kiddos at dinner and bedtime for once, and worrying about what Gemma and Jasmine are getting up to. I hope nobody steals Gemma's coat.Gigi Norwoodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00495357787099352860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-69657022961003690712021-09-24T15:27:09.923-04:002021-09-24T15:27:09.923-04:00Deborah,
Sounds wonderful! Did I miss the introd...Deborah,<br /><br />Sounds wonderful! Did I miss the introduction of Sidana in an earlier novel? I look forward to reading your next Gemma and Duncan novel.<br /><br />Rhys,<br /><br />HAPPY BIRTHDAY!<br /><br /><br />DianaBibliophilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07764234701385787238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-43276373825972284912021-09-24T15:06:56.007-04:002021-09-24T15:06:56.007-04:00I had to look up orgeat syrup too when I was resea...I had to look up orgeat syrup too when I was researching these drinks.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-11778532969516302202021-09-24T15:06:01.568-04:002021-09-24T15:06:01.568-04:00Putting that on my reading list, Mary. It sounds l...Putting that on my reading list, Mary. It sounds like a hoot.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-35597813493701537242021-09-24T15:04:36.294-04:002021-09-24T15:04:36.294-04:00I had to look up Ancho Reyes. Oh, wow! That would ...I had to look up Ancho Reyes. Oh, wow! That would make some drink! I actually love putting a big slice of jalapeno in my margaritas, but that takes it up a whole other level.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-29192860171633546212021-09-24T15:02:37.029-04:002021-09-24T15:02:37.029-04:00I could see a story in "undercover at a catfi...I could see a story in "undercover at a catfish fry."Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-56697252916129061402021-09-24T15:01:21.283-04:002021-09-24T15:01:21.283-04:00The prices on the London cocktail bar menus hovere...The prices on the London cocktail bar menus hovered around 15 pounds. Ouch!Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-36769374171871645262021-09-24T15:00:10.989-04:002021-09-24T15:00:10.989-04:00Maybe not as straight-laced as we thought!Maybe not as straight-laced as we thought!Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-75826916676764126892021-09-24T14:59:44.732-04:002021-09-24T14:59:44.732-04:00I am having a lot of fun with Jasmine. I've al...I am having a lot of fun with Jasmine. I've always liked writing her prickliness, but love seeing her loosen up a bit.Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-82277462277980486862021-09-24T14:58:47.389-04:002021-09-24T14:58:47.389-04:00I never did find out what forced carrot was:-)I never did find out what forced carrot was:-)Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-88796873768270216932021-09-24T14:43:20.631-04:002021-09-24T14:43:20.631-04:00I love this, Debs, and am quite ready to drink wit...I love this, Debs, and am quite ready to drink with Gemma and Jasmine, yes, even forced carrot, whatever that it. Maybe armchair drinking is the wisest sort. LOL.Jenn McKinlayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13589365995413467367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-43448070998735374342021-09-24T14:12:10.303-04:002021-09-24T14:12:10.303-04:00Amy, great scene!! I look forward to reading An Eg...Amy, great scene!! I look forward to reading An Eggnog to Die For.Judyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16128026892155650398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-86803126033346274062021-09-24T13:56:45.490-04:002021-09-24T13:56:45.490-04:00A la Wiki--"Falernum (pronounced fə-LUR-nəm) ...A la Wiki--"Falernum (pronounced fə-LUR-nəm) is either an 11% ABV syrup liqueur or a nonalcoholic syrup from the Caribbean. It is best known for its use in tropical drinks. It contains flavors of ginger, lime, and almond, and most often also of cloves or allspice. It may be thought of as a spicier version of orgeat syrup."Libby Doddnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-40431235541867425442021-09-24T13:45:23.058-04:002021-09-24T13:45:23.058-04:00I must read your book! I must read your book! G.Younghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16946577004484147927noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-57177781524101943662021-09-24T13:36:54.104-04:002021-09-24T13:36:54.104-04:00Thank you, Debs! We chose the restaurant as much f...Thank you, Debs! We chose the restaurant as much for their outdoor dining space as for their menu. Hoping it isn't too chilly this evening.Karen in Ohiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13846039203123720312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-76767736694650211832021-09-24T13:35:09.813-04:002021-09-24T13:35:09.813-04:00I loved this scene with Gemma and Jasmine, Debs. ...I loved this scene with Gemma and Jasmine, Debs. They seem to be quite compatible, an easy-going rapport. The dash of humor between them is especially nice. As Gemma noted, she "was beginning to get a hint of an unexpectedly mischievous side to Detective Inspector Jasmine Sidana." Jasmine seemed so straight-laced before, so I'm going to enjoy seeing her loosen up. I am so looking forward to this book!Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-75706683510822107502021-09-24T13:06:54.328-04:002021-09-24T13:06:54.328-04:00I wish! I only read about it, as when I was writin...I wish! I only read about it, as when I was writing the book the pandemic was in full force , so all cocktails were via research only. And the bar where I read about this one didn't make it through the shutdown, sadly.Amy Pershinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18297658616252928630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-40159923220306164122021-09-24T12:54:39.992-04:002021-09-24T12:54:39.992-04:00I thought Jasmine was too straight laced to enter ...I thought Jasmine was too straight laced to enter a drinking establishment?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-49161575183629162172021-09-24T12:22:55.583-04:002021-09-24T12:22:55.583-04:00I think Gemma and Jasmine will have a good time ma...I think Gemma and Jasmine will have a good time making snarky remarks about the cost of the drinks, the young trendy clientele, and Jon. And I think Duncan is going to get the benefit of a slightly snockered Gemma.Pat Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12732230586783432052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-44952409325850036132021-09-24T12:13:36.407-04:002021-09-24T12:13:36.407-04:00Debs, Gemma's reaction reminds me of mine when...Debs, Gemma's reaction reminds me of mine when I was in New York for Thrillerfest in '19. My eyes nearly fell out of my sockets at $18 cocktails. <br /><br />I laughed out loud at "reservations are an elitist tool!"Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553268569509053159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-45690783644924884102021-09-24T11:54:11.411-04:002021-09-24T11:54:11.411-04:00I worked undercover for almost ten years, and unle...I worked undercover for almost ten years, and unless it was an illegal substance, you almost always had to embrace your role. I think G and S will embrace their role and their night, in celebration of the the life they truly lead. (Sadly I worked in rural KS and MS, and was more apt to attend a catfish fry than a visit to a high end lounge.)Maureenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01878122875939254425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-81017767754566967472021-09-24T11:39:15.575-04:002021-09-24T11:39:15.575-04:00So happy to look forward to a new book from our De...So happy to look forward to a new book from our Debs!<br /><br />Because I watch so much British TV, I think I've always known what Zimmer frames were. Thinking of that episode in Britta's Empire when a whole line of old dears (like me) are toppled over by Mr. Britta. Think domino effect.<br /><br />And cocktails! What fun to go out and try something new. Yes, they are pricy, but I can make one last for hours, particularly the very strong in alcohol ones. Just this morning my friend, Daniel Mendelson, posted a recipe on FB, and here it is:<br /><br />1.5 oz Mezcal<br />1 oz Cointreau<br />1 oz Ancho Reyes<br />1 oz fresh lime juice<br />0.5 oz jalapeño simple syrup<br />Shake with ice. Strain into cocktail glass garnished with candied jalapeño. Enjoy.<br /><br />Talk about having a kick!Fintahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17087809450585073206noreply@blogger.com