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<\/figure><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nSo, let\u2019s celebrate, shall we!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 Valentine’s Day Cocktails … Bubbly of Course<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Starting with a new, easy and super fun <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Melt My Heart<\/strong>\u2026 <\/h3>\n\n\n\nHere\u2019s what you\u2019ll need: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Cotton Candy <\/li>
- Bubbly (Brut or Extra Brut) <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Cotton Candy in the Glass<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStep 2: Pour in the Bubbly<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStep 3: Enjoy! See I told you this one was easy!<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nI found cotton candy at Target, over the holidays but, of course, you can grab some on Amazon, Oriental Trading, or Party City. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bubbly Tip:<\/strong> choose a Brut or Extra Brut bottle of bubbly because those are on the drier side (less sweet) giving you the room you need to add straight sugar. <\/p>\n\n\n\nAs with all of our cocktails, we do love to put frozen fruit in each glass to keep it chilled. For this, we matched the flavor of the cotton candy we got.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Next up, <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bubbly Is My Valentine<\/strong>\u2026. <\/h3>\n\n\n\nanother easy to make and quite tasty cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What you’ll need for each drink:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- 1\/4 cup Strawberries<\/li>
- Juice of 1\/2 Lime (about 1 TBSP)<\/li>
- Brut or Almond Sparkling Wine<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
For each drink, take 1\/4 cup of strawberries and 1\/2 lime and blend it together in your blender. You can also muddle the strawberries and lime juice if that\u2019s easier. Then top with bubbly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you like a sweeter drink, then definitely use an Almond Sparkling Wine like the one pictured here from Wilson Creek. And if you want to taste more of the the strawberry and lime, then use a brut. Either way, you can\u2019t go wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Blend up the strawberries and lime juice into a puree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStep 3: Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n3 Sparkling Wines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you aren’t much of a Valentine’s Day cocktails person then\u00a0Sokol Blosser\u2019s Evolution Sparkling<\/a><\/strong> <\/a>wine is definitely for you. These wines are near and dear to my heart for so many reasons, and I keep them around the house all the time. Plus, check out how cute these glitter bottles are! \u00a0Here\u2019s the good news\u2026you can get these bubbles in the glitter bottles or in their original bottles. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you have read the story of how the Bubbly Side of Life came to be then you know Sokol Blosser<\/a> <\/strong>is the reason behind the name. If you haven’t read our story, you can read about it here<\/a>.<\/strong> In all honestly, I did love their sparkling wines even before then. \u00a0I mean take a look at their bottle, yes, just the bottle, isn\u2019t it the best?!<\/p>\n\n\n\nEvolution Brut Sparkling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is a go-to for every celebration. One of my favorite things is that it has a spot right on the label to write something you are celebrating. And yes, we always write exactly the reason we are popping that cork. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love this one because it\u2019s made in the m\u00e9thode traditionelle process and is dry and super crisp and clean. It\u2019s definitely an easy one to enjoy on its own and open multiple bottles in one evening (or morning, I mean, brunch, right?).<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nEvolution Sparkling Ros\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is made in the same m\u00e9thode traditionelle process as the Evolution Brut with the perfect pink color thanks to the Pinot Noir. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nEvolution Sparkling Red<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This is made from their Evolution Red (which is an enjoyable red) and then they added bubbles to make it sparkling. It’s perfect for dinners and especially with the homemade pizza sauce below. Plus of course the color is perfect for Valentine’s Day cocktails. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThere\u2019s definitely something for everyone in this selection of bubblies. But why not have one of each to pair with our perfect Galentine’s Day weekend dinner?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 Perfect Dinner to Celebrate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Whether it’s a Galentine’s day weekend or a Valentine’s Day weekend for you these menu option are perfect to pair with any of the bubblies above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Make you Own Pizza Bar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Super easy. Super fun. And super yummy! And let\u2019s face it, bread + cheese + bubbly, how can you go wrong?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can make this as easy or as complicated as you like. The best part is that everyone gets their pizza exactly how they like it. If that isn’t a reason to celebrate I don’t know what is! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s my favorite recipe for homemade pizza sauce. Just know that you need a few hours since this needs to cook down slowly. I suggest making it ahead of time and storing it for a day or two in the fridge. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nAnd if you\u2019re like me and don\u2019t always plan that far in advance, you can always buy pre-made pizza sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I love using Boboli pizza crusts, but you of course, have other options as well. If you are really ambitious you can make pizza crust ahead as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
And now for the fun, toppings. Here\u2019s a list to get you started. Don’t forget to add some that think outside the box as well. <\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nSo, you have Valentine’s Day cocktails and you have yummy pizza\u2026.all that is missing is dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Perfect Dessert … A Chartreaterie Board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Inspired by Jenny Cookies<\/strong><\/a> we\u2019re going to whip up a Chartreaterie Board<\/strong>. Which is a fancy term for sticking a bunch of treats on a board with some dips and calling it dessert.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can fill it with chocolate covered cookies, peanut butter filled pretzels, candies, brownie crisps, wafers, toasted coconut granola bark, s’mores, coconut crispy rolls, Belgian cookies and chocolate covered pretzels. We added peanut butter, cookie butter, and fudge sauce for dipping all our tasty treats with. There is no right or wrong way to create this. Just follow your heart… or maybe your taste buds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Helpful Hints: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Trader Joe’s is the best place to gather all of the goodies for this deliciousness. <\/li>
- If you don’t have a charcuterie board, a cutting board, a cookie sheet, or a platter works just as well. We whipped this one up at our AirBnB for our girl’s getaway.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Aftertaste<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
And lastly, I don\u2019t know about you, but I love a good themed shirt or tumbler for every occasion. And when I saw a version of these shirts, I had to call Carly and Cass<\/strong><\/a> and bubbly-ize them. I absolutely LOVE how they turned out!<\/p>\n\n\n\nAnd needless to say, the girls loved them too and couldn’t think of a truer statement to define our weekend away….let alone our existence. LOL <\/p>\n\n\n
Step 1: Cotton Candy in the Glass<\/p>\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStep 2: Pour in the Bubbly<\/p>\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nStep 3: Enjoy! See I told you this one was easy!<\/p>\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nI found cotton candy at Target, over the holidays but, of course, you can grab some on Amazon, Oriental Trading, or Party City. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bubbly Tip:<\/strong> choose a Brut or Extra Brut bottle of bubbly because those are on the drier side (less sweet) giving you the room you need to add straight sugar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n As with all of our cocktails, we do love to put frozen fruit in each glass to keep it chilled. For this, we matched the flavor of the cotton candy we got.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Next up, <\/p>\n\n\n\n another easy to make and quite tasty cocktail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What you’ll need for each drink:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n For each drink, take 1\/4 cup of strawberries and 1\/2 lime and blend it together in your blender. You can also muddle the strawberries and lime juice if that\u2019s easier. Then top with bubbly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you like a sweeter drink, then definitely use an Almond Sparkling Wine like the one pictured here from Wilson Creek. And if you want to taste more of the the strawberry and lime, then use a brut. Either way, you can\u2019t go wrong!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 1: Blend up the strawberries and lime juice into a puree. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Step 2: Top with bubbly. <\/p>\n\n\n Step 3: Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n If you aren’t much of a Valentine’s Day cocktails person then\u00a0Sokol Blosser\u2019s Evolution Sparkling<\/a><\/strong> <\/a>wine is definitely for you. These wines are near and dear to my heart for so many reasons, and I keep them around the house all the time. Plus, check out how cute these glitter bottles are! \u00a0Here\u2019s the good news\u2026you can get these bubbles in the glitter bottles or in their original bottles. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have read the story of how the Bubbly Side of Life came to be then you know Sokol Blosser<\/a> <\/strong>is the reason behind the name. If you haven’t read our story, you can read about it here<\/a>.<\/strong> In all honestly, I did love their sparkling wines even before then. \u00a0I mean take a look at their bottle, yes, just the bottle, isn\u2019t it the best?!<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is a go-to for every celebration. One of my favorite things is that it has a spot right on the label to write something you are celebrating. And yes, we always write exactly the reason we are popping that cork. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I love this one because it\u2019s made in the m\u00e9thode traditionelle process and is dry and super crisp and clean. It\u2019s definitely an easy one to enjoy on its own and open multiple bottles in one evening (or morning, I mean, brunch, right?).<\/p>\n\n\n This is made in the same m\u00e9thode traditionelle process as the Evolution Brut with the perfect pink color thanks to the Pinot Noir. <\/p>\n\n\n This is made from their Evolution Red (which is an enjoyable red) and then they added bubbles to make it sparkling. It’s perfect for dinners and especially with the homemade pizza sauce below. Plus of course the color is perfect for Valentine’s Day cocktails. <\/p>\n\n\n There\u2019s definitely something for everyone in this selection of bubblies. But why not have one of each to pair with our perfect Galentine’s Day weekend dinner?<\/p>\n\n\n\n Whether it’s a Galentine’s day weekend or a Valentine’s Day weekend for you these menu option are perfect to pair with any of the bubblies above.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Super easy. Super fun. And super yummy! And let\u2019s face it, bread + cheese + bubbly, how can you go wrong?<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can make this as easy or as complicated as you like. The best part is that everyone gets their pizza exactly how they like it. If that isn’t a reason to celebrate I don’t know what is! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Here\u2019s my favorite recipe for homemade pizza sauce. Just know that you need a few hours since this needs to cook down slowly. I suggest making it ahead of time and storing it for a day or two in the fridge. <\/p>\n\n\n And if you\u2019re like me and don\u2019t always plan that far in advance, you can always buy pre-made pizza sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n I love using Boboli pizza crusts, but you of course, have other options as well. If you are really ambitious you can make pizza crust ahead as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n And now for the fun, toppings. Here\u2019s a list to get you started. Don’t forget to add some that think outside the box as well. <\/p>\n\n\n So, you have Valentine’s Day cocktails and you have yummy pizza\u2026.all that is missing is dessert.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Inspired by Jenny Cookies<\/strong><\/a> we\u2019re going to whip up a Chartreaterie Board<\/strong>. Which is a fancy term for sticking a bunch of treats on a board with some dips and calling it dessert.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can fill it with chocolate covered cookies, peanut butter filled pretzels, candies, brownie crisps, wafers, toasted coconut granola bark, s’mores, coconut crispy rolls, Belgian cookies and chocolate covered pretzels. We added peanut butter, cookie butter, and fudge sauce for dipping all our tasty treats with. There is no right or wrong way to create this. Just follow your heart… or maybe your taste buds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Helpful Hints: <\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n And lastly, I don\u2019t know about you, but I love a good themed shirt or tumbler for every occasion. And when I saw a version of these shirts, I had to call Carly and Cass<\/strong><\/a> and bubbly-ize them. I absolutely LOVE how they turned out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n And needless to say, the girls loved them too and couldn’t think of a truer statement to define our weekend away….let alone our existence. LOL <\/p>\n\n\n Bubbly Is My Valentine<\/strong>\u2026. <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n3 Sparkling Wines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Evolution Brut Sparkling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nEvolution Sparkling Ros\u00e9<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nEvolution Sparkling Red<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n1 Perfect Dinner to Celebrate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Make you Own Pizza Bar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe Perfect Dessert … A Chartreaterie Board<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nThe Aftertaste<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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