#mint jelly recipe

[maximeramoul]

Mint Jelly With fresh mint, sugar, and pectin, this mint jelly for lamb is easy to prepare on the stovetop and goes great with lamb.

[kindrajoe023]

Mint Jelly With fresh mint, sugar, and pectin, this mint jelly for lamb is easy to prepare on the stovetop and goes great with lamb. 1 drop green food color, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2.25 cups boiling water, 3 fluid ounces liquid pectin, 3.5 cups white sugar, 1.5 cups packed fresh mint leaves and stems

[shoku-and-awe]

What are some nice things I can do with fresh mint?

All I can really think of is mint tea, cocktails, fresh spring rolls, and Thai beef salad.

[mintjeru]

what level of normal do you have to be in order to guess it was his prescription just after seeing the ingredients. asking for a friend.

[asexualsinner]

More Ghoul Headcanons: Kitchen Edition

Mountain

Hides his snacks on the top shelf to avoid the others stealing them

Has to use a recipe when cooking

Likes hearty meals like stews

Is an excellent shadow, will assist any of the other ghouls or Copia when asked.

Likes to just be in the kitchen

Is the embodiment of a pioneer woman mom

Loves to bake

CanNOT handle spice

Thinks cayenne is spicy

Favorite food is chili and drink is tea

Favorite snacks are fig newtons (yes he knows that they're made with wasps, he thinks it's funny)

Carries epi pens on him for the others

Rain

Is obsessed with making smoothies

Isn't allowed to use the stove after using water on a grease fire

Nearly burned half the abbey down

It's fine, he prefers salads anyway

Do not trust this ghoul with a knife he will find a way to hurt himself by accident

Is just a disaster when in the kitchen

Favorite food is smoked salmon thanks to Dew

Fancy ✨bitch✨ that puts mint and fruits in his water

Is the only ghoul to like Kale

Has a high spice tolerance

Takes forever to do the dishes bc he'll play in the water instead

Dew/Sodo

Favorite snacks are seaweed sheets and Takis

His taste buds went "weird" after his transition

He can't decide what he likes anymore, spicy? Fish? So he decided on both. Sometimes neither

Loves to smoke foods, begs Mountain for dried wood flavors for it

Dew learning to smoke properly was heavy trial and error, some things were edible some were very much not

His favorite changes weekly, but ATM it's smoked veggies and tofu

Is a big garbage ghoul, will throw everything together on a plate and eat it

Drinks coffee but doesn't like energy drinks

Has moderate spice tolerance

Will try anything once

Surprisingly one of the better cooks in the pack

Is lactose intolerant. No this doesn't stop him. Why would it?

Doesn't need a recipe, cooks from memory or guesswork

Has everything labeled and dated

Swiss

NO spice tolerance

Tries to compete with Dew, Cumulus and Rain and it never ends well

Loves comfort food!!! Give this ghoul Macncheese or pierogies and he's happy

Can follow boxed instructions or strict recipes but tries to "improve" them

Survives off of Redbull

Doesn't know the difference between a chef's knife and a paring knife

Thinks bc he's a multi ghoul he can pull pans out of the oven without mitts - has been treated for burns multiple times

Hates doing the dishes

His go to snacks are gummy worms or jerky

Will eat expired food thinking it'll be fine - it never is

Is a 3am fridge raider

Phantom/Aeon

Loves pancakes, absolute favorite food though is fettuccine Alfredo. Has to be fettuccine noodles, spaghetti isn't the same

Has texture issues with food

Absolutely hates ground meats, the texture is bad

Has a sweet tooth

Is a surprisingly decent cook, can manage without recipes

Baking is beyond him

Mistook baking soda for sugar once and Mountain banned him from baking ever again

Doesn't like eggs

Is allergic to peanut butter

Favorite snacks are Oreos or rice crackers

Enjoys cranberry juice

Can't have caffeine - gives him headaches

Aether

One of the better cooks in the pack

Is one of the only ones that can finish the dishes without distractions

Is allergic to citrus fruits

Has an app on his phone to scan packages for ingredients

Will practically drink soy sauce he loves it so much

Favorite snack is cucumbers and Italian dressing

Prefers strawberry jam over grape jelly

Doesn't like seafood

Favorite food is deer chili - shares this with Mountain

Wears gloves when cooking to avoid cross contamination

Cumulus

SPICE QUEEN

Has done every spice challenge possible, downs it like it's nothing

Like Swiss, can read box instructions but don't trust her past that

Has burnt frozen pizza before

Favorite snacks are tortillas and ghost pepper salsa

Eats jalapenos like candy

Needless to say she terrifies others

Favorite food is homemade ramen - she begs the others to make it for her

Package ramen isn't the same

Likes to do the dishes and help out in the kitchen

Does need a step stool however

Favorite drink is hazelnut coffee

Aurora

Junk food junkie

Favorite snacks are Skittles and kettle cooked potato chips

Prefers vitamin water over regular water

Likes to make quick easy meals like grilled cheese etc

Eats at the oddest times, breakfast is 2pm and dinner has been at 4am for her

Leaves her dishes in the sink like a gremlin

Has been banned from eating in the living room

Gets easily distracted while cooking

If she puts her mind to it, can make really elaborate dishes for the pack

However she makes a huge mess of the kitchen when doing so

Cirrus

Can identify spices/ingredients after tasting things once

Is also lactose intolerant, takes lactaid frequently

Loves Korean BBQ

Likes differing temperatures (cold food that's spicy, mints, etc)

Loves blackberries and celery

Is a very good cook, can make most things after trying them once

Her favorite drink is bubble tea

Has medium spice tolerance, like spicy flavor rather than the heat

Would rather dry and put away the dishes than wash them

Has a massive sweet tooth like phantom

[8o8o8o8o8]

Step 1. Find a recipe that someone, possibly a grandma, would want to send to Gabriel through mail, because you saw that post about gravestone recipes and felt some kind of way.

Step 1a. It must be thematically appropriate. It must be easy enough for an angel who possibly have never cooked before to follow. If possible, it must contain only ingredients mentioned in the Bible.

Step 1b. It's lamb with mint sauce.

Step 2. Look into the different preparations for mint sauce. Get very interested in something called "mint jelly"

Step 2a. Realize you want to try it. And maybe lamb, some day.

Step 3. Look up price of mint leaves.

Step 4. Look up price of mint plant and sigh in relief.

Step 4a. Remember that you've always wanted a garden.

Step 4b. Realize you finally, finally have the space and sun for one.

Step 5. Before you know it, there's tomatoes and sunflower and loofah and cosmos and so much more sprouting on your rooftop.

Step 6. Name it Minotaur the Mint.

[everybody-loves-to-eat]

[lemonykoo]

get well soon, dear!

Includes: Childe, Diluc, Kazuha, Kaeya, Thoma, Albedo, Xiao, Aether, and Tighnari

Genre: Fluff! Established relationships. Gender neutral reader (if I did use she somewhere, just let me know!)

Word Count: 620-660+ for each character (I expected them to be shorter, but I got a little carried away)

Notes: Bullet imagine of how some of the Genshin boys would take care of their sick or unwell lover! Mentions of being sick, not being able to swallow pills so Childe hides them in your food, vomiting is said once in Kazuha’s, you have a stomach bug in Kaeya’s so vomiting is mentioned, etc.

Childe:

We all know this man, despite being a super scary harbinger, can be the perfect house husband. Honestly, the duality of Childe’s personality is probably what drew you in in the beginning.

So, whenever you catch a cold or some other illness while spending some time with him in his home nation of Snezhnaya, you won’t have anything to worry about while you’re under his care.

He’s had to take care of his sick siblings before, so this wouldn’t be his first rodeo. As soon as you complained about a sore throat or when he noticed you shivering despite being under the warmest blankets ever made, your fiancé would step up to the plate of making sure every need you had would be taken care of before you were even aware you needed it.

Childe can cook, so he’s going to whip up all the recipes his mom would make him when he was sick as a kid. He knows that having a sore throat may call for a softer diet, so he’d fix you several hot soups to cater to your ailment.

He’d constantly check how many tissues you had left so you’d never run out and he’d always ask if you were comfortable or if you needed more blankets, another pillow, etc.

(Or someone to snuggle with!!)

(Honestly, you didn’t even have to ask for that, since he was already all over you, peppering kisses all your face as he wished you to get better soon in between each one.)

(No, he didn’t care if he was a greater risk of getting sick now, he was going to do everything in his power to make sure that you had no worries while you were sick.)

If you’re like me and have some irrational fear (which it’s totally not irrational) about swallowing pills, do not fear! Childe’s younger siblings have prepared him for this, too.

At first, the standard answer to solve this problem would be to just dissolve your pills, or crush them up and put them in water. However, after watching you gag from the awful taste one too many times, Childe had to come up with another solution. He had tried to put something sweet in the water to give it another flavor in hopes of overpowering the awful taste of medicine, but it was no use. There had to be another way for you take your medicine without feeling any worse.

He’d come in with Mint Jelly, a dish you secretly loved but didn’t have often. “I thought I’d give you a treat to help you feel better,” he’d shrug, placing the dish on the bedside table while you sat up against the headboard. You were used to him coming in with both your medications and your lunch at the same time, but seeing him with only your lunch piqued your interest.

“Where is my medicine?” you asked, taking the plate and placing it your lap.

“Oh, I thought I’d let you eat this first. It would be better not to have the aftertaste of crushed up pills ruining the taste of one of your favorite foods!”

Of course, the trick to the whole ordeal was that he had hidden your pills inside, hoping that they’d go by undetected and you’d swallow them with no problems. And when you placed an empty plate back on the bedside table and thanked him for such a yummy meal, Childe couldn’t help but feel accomplished.

Unfortunately, he’d have to come clean about his doings and his efforts would most likely be unsuccessful in the future (he could see you looking for them in your food later), but hey, he’s trying, alright!

He just doesn’t want you to be in more discomfort than you have to be :(

Diluc:

If he’s able to, Diluc is going to be by your side every second until you’re feeling 100% better again. This would be in a perfect world, though, and Teyvat is not exactly perfect, so Diluc would be unable to care for you all the time as he wishes he could.

This just means he leaves you in the hands of Adelinde while he’s gone, because he knows that she’ll take care of you in the way that you deserve, no matter what your illness is. She had always done the same for him and Kaeya when they were under her care, so he knew she was more than capable of doing the same for you.

Diluc would have to leave during the day to take care of business elsewhere, and when he’d leave, he’d depart with a promise that he’d return soon (before semi-pleading with Adelinde to make sure you were okay, even though that was completely unnecessary since she was going to, anyway).

Once he came back, though, only you would be on his mind.

Diluc would walk into the Dawn Winery and say nothing to his staff as he headed straight to your shared bedroom, stripping off his coat as he did so. Moco and Hillie would whisper how endearing it was for him to have his attention on nothing else but you – out of his hearing range, of course.

Upon entering the bedroom, Adelinde would grin and give him a summary of what you had eaten, what medications you had, and how you had been feeling while he was away, or the lack thereof, since sometimes you would feel too bad to do much anything but sleep.

With Diluc back, though, you’d be placed back under his loving care. If he still had paperwork to deal with, he’d handle it beside you in bed instead of downstairs in his office as you slept soundly beside him, curled up into a little ball with your head in his lap. This was so he could keep an eye on you, and if you needed him, you wouldn’t have far to go to find him.

He’d cuddle you and read to you since your brain couldn’t focus enough to do that yourself. He’d braid your hair while you slept and would frequently check your fever like a worrying mother since he wasn’t always sure what to do. Seeing his sorry expression whenever he pressed the back of his hand to your forehead always made your heart warm.

If you had a terrible sickness, one that caused your body to ache all over and rendered you miserable, Diluc would put all of his duties on hold to stay with you. There was no way he was going to leave you alone to feel this terribly by yourself. These types of sicknesses would make you cry because of how bad you felt, and it pained your husband to see you in such a state. He’d hold you close under the covers as you shivered from your fever, placing soft kisses on your forehead and whispering comforting words of affection.

And rest assured that if you ever asked him something while you were under the weather, he’d comply immediately. If you asked him to get you a treat (because sweet treats always made things better), he’d already be halfway down the stairs before you could get the rest of the sentence out of your mouth. If you needed another blanket, he’d bring back five. If you needed someone to hold you and talk to you since your sickness prevented you from falling asleep at night – well, that’s a silly thing to ask for since Diluc was already there at your disposal <3.

Kazuha:

You were on your first voyage upon the Crux with Kazuha, courtesy of Beidou peer-pressuring him into convincing you to come aboard for once. She didn’t know much about you, but she could pick up on that you were too shy to ask if you could go on your own.

(Not only was this just allowing her to meet the special someone Kazuha couldn’t stop talking about, but it was also so Kazuha could stop talking about how much he missed you when he left.)

You had been enjoying it for a little bit, until suddenly you disappeared and Kazuha couldn’t find you anywhere. It wasn’t until one of the kids on the ship asked what was wrong with you that he found you in a shady corner, knees pulled up to your chest and your face as white as the snow in Dragonspine. One look at you and he could tell you were seasick. After all, this was your first boat ride. You hadn’t become accustomed to the swaying feeling of being on a ship, so it was expected for you to become this way.

“I was going to tell you I felt bad, but then I thought you’d think I was… I don’t know… stupid,” you murmured, your voice quiet. As soon as you realized that the dizzy feeling you were experiencing wasn’t normal, you had separated yourself from your boyfriend to hide yourself somewhere so as not to worry him, or draw his attention away from what he had been doing.

“I wouldn’t think you were stupid,” Kazuha chuckled, brushing a strand of hair away from your face and tucking it behind your ear. His smile was kind as he took your hands into his. “This is very common, so don’t feel bad. Why don’t we try to find a better spot to rest in, hm?”

“As long as it’s not up there,” you said, pointing up to the crow’s nest, causing him to laugh. You had gone up there earlier with him and that was probably where you began to feel your stomach churn with the waves as you looked upon the sea around you. “No, dove, we won’t go up there.”

You did feel bad for already dampening your trip, and when Beidou asked if you were okay, you felt worse because you thought that maybe she hated you for putting a damper on things. But Kazuha reassured you that nobody was upset with you, and nobody would be upset with you. Everyone gets seasick at some point!

He’d find the perfect spot for you to lounge at, someplace out of the direct sun so you could prevent yourself from getting overheated as that would just make matters worse.

Kazuha would stay with you until you felt better, sitting beside you with an arm around your waist to reassure you that he was there if you needed him. You’d rest your head upon his shoulder and listen to him recite verses of poetry he’d think of on the spot to cheer you up. If you decided that your little spell was over, he’d help you get up and would most likely keep his arm around you while you walked around the ship, just in case you felt sick again.

After your first incidence of seasickness, he wouldn’t leave you alone. The last thing he wanted was for you to vomit or worse, pass out, all by yourself. He knew you too well, first of all; if those things were to happen, you’d probably jump ship out of embarrassment and swim all the way back to Inazuma before anyone realized you were gone. Besides, if something happened to you while he wasn’t there, how was he supposed to take care of you? That was literally his job, after all.

Kaeya:

Kaeya found it very suspicious that he hadn’t seen you around work yet. When he had left that morning, you said you would come in later since you felt nauseous. He didn’t think anything of it, really, since he had just woken up and felt half-asleep still himself. He remembered telling you that he hoped you felt better and to come see him when you arrived before giving you a couple goodbye kisses before he left.

But now at noon, you hadn’t done as he had asked and he hadn’t even seen you around when he made some rounds around the halls. On a normal day, you could be seen walking around the halls, visiting with other knights, or even browsing the books in the library on your off-time, but there had been no sign of you. Concerned, he asked around to see if maybe you were just avoiding him (perhaps he had stolen all the covers from you last night and you were getting payback?). All the knights he had denied seeing you, Lisa sighed and said she hadn’t see you all day, even Klee seemed a bit down that you hadn’t come and given the young girl her daily hug she always received from you. Finally, when he asked the Acting Grand Master if she had seen you only to met with a shake of the head, Kaeya knew something was up.

Once home, the Calvary Captain was met with a quiet house. He noticed your keys were still by the door with other things you’d always take with you when you left the house, so you must still be home. And when he entered your shared bedroom, he discovered you sleeping peacefully. Only, there was a bowl on the floor by the bed and a bottle of medicine on the bedside table.

He didn’t want to disturb you, so he left you, carefully cracking the door behind him so you could have more privacy. He wouldn’t be going back to work, though, since know his duty was to take care of his spouse! Jean would just have to give him a free pass for the day. Husband duties, what can he say?

After being home for a bit, he’d hear you stir in the bedroom before he’d hear the awful sound of you throwing up. He’d immediately come in, surprising you as he asked if you were okay.

“I didn’t know you were home,” you’d state, your voice hoarse as you sat up to view your husband.

“Well, of course. You never showed up to work, so I had come check on you,” Kaeya said, coming to take the bowl you had thrown up in to dump it out in the sink. “I thought maybe you were just mad at me for stealing the blankets last night.”

You’d grin before saying that you must have a stomach bug since you had been throwing up all day. Kaeya wasn’t exactly an expert on how to care for a sick person, but he did know that you probably needed to stay hydrated considering what was going on. On top of making sure you always had water at the ready, he would frequently check if you needed anything else. However, you were mostly asleep so there wasn’t much you asked for.

But he was still there, just in case!

“You know,” you started after Kaeya handed you dinner-in-bed, “you’re probably going to get this, too.”

The cryo user scoffed, rolling his eyes a bit. “What, no way,” he sarcastically said, smiling a bit. “I guess that means you’ll just have to take care of me when the time comes,” he sighed, placing a soft kiss on the top of your head.

He really didn’t mind, though. He’d risk getting sick a thousand times over and over again just to make sure you were given the best care while you were sick.

After all, those are his husbandly duties!

Thoma:

You had gone to bed one night feeling a bit more tired than usual, but you had just chalked it up to be that maybe you had worked harder than you normally do. However, when you woke up the next morning with a pounding headache and a burning fever, you knew that it was more than just you being tired – you were sick.

“Oh, dear,” Thoma cooed after pressing the back of his hand to your forehead. “You’re burning up, y/n. You must have caught that cold going around.”

Just like Childe, we all know Thoma is also a house husband, which means he’s going to dote on you all he can and give you the best care while he’s at it!

You continued to lay in bed while your husband fished through cabinets and drawers looking for any medications that might help you feel better. He came up partially successful, bringing you some medicine that would help relieve your headache. He got you a glass of water and watched you take them before asking if you wanted to join him at the Kamisato estate while he worked so he could keep an eye on you while also working.

You politely declined, explaining that you’d rather not risk the chance of getting anyone else sick and you saw how disappointed your lover was. His green eyes were filled with concern as he thought about his options for the day. His upmost priority was you, since you weren’t feeling well in the slightest and it wasn’t in your best interest to be left all alone. Besides, if Thoma had to miss a day of work for this, he was sure the Kamisato siblings would understand and not berate him.

“Well, I guess I’m all yours today, then!”

He’d fix you yummy, comfort foods to make your miserable sickness more bearable. He kept a very close eye on you, keeping track of every symptom as it came and went and also the exact minute you took your medications. This wasn’t exactly hard for him to do, since ninety percent of his time was spent in bed with you, holding you close as you trembled from your fever.

You’d try to tell him to go elsewhere in the house since you knew he wouldn’t leave altogether, because you didn’t want him to get sick, too. But he didn’t mind! All that mattered to him was that you were taken care of and given the treatment you needed while you were under the weather. He knew he’d probably get sick, anyways, but that would have to dealt with when it came.

When he had to run an errand, whether it be to get more medicine or pick up ingredients to make another dish for you, he’d make sure you were okay before he ran off. This meant that he’d tuck you under the covers tightly, making sure you were comfortable and weren’t in immediate need of anything since he wouldn’t be back for little bit. Thoma didn’t want you to get up and tire yourself out over something while he wasn’t there.

Yes, he knew you could take care of yourself, but you were sick! This was not the time to show your independence! Let him take care of you like he was made to do <3

(If you tried to get up and get something yourself, Thoma would lightly scold you and tell you get back in bed while he took care of what you needed. “You’re supposed to be taking it easy while I take care of you! You need to rest so you can get better!”)

At night when you’d finally fall asleep since your pounding headache made it hard to, Thoma would stay awake in case you woke up and needed him. But, after a long day and making sure the love of his life had every need of theirs met, he too would drift off to sleep, holding your body closely to him.

Albedo:

You were one to keep working, despite any ailments or injuries trying to hinder you from doing so. So, when you showed up at the Chief Alchemist’s lab in Dragonspine, all he could do was sigh when he saw your sorry state before guiding you to the fire he had built and instructing you to stay there while he found you something to help you feel better.

“So, despite having a burning fever and being barely able to breathe, you travelled all the way here just to bring me these little vials?” Albedo asked, stripping himself of his jacket and wrapping it around you as you sat on one of the chairs around the fire.

“Sucrose said you needed them, but she was busy at the moment and wouldn’t be able to bring them to you,” you explained, hugging his jacket closely to you. “I thought I could help.”

You heard your boyfriend hum as he searched for the medicine he was looking for. “I appreciate the thought, but I can’t see Sucrose letting you get away with that.”

“She didn’t,” you said before coughing. “I took it while she wasn’t watching since she said she wouldn’t allow me to because I’m sick.”

Albedo, grinning a bit at the thought of you doing that, came over to you, holding out the medications you needed to help ease the discomfort you were experiencing. “I gathered as much. I hope you’re okay with staying here for the rest of the day, because you’re not leaving until I do.” Before you could interject, he added, “And you’re not sneaking out while I’m not watching, either.”

Albedo wasn’t exactly doting on you the whole time you were in his lab. He left you to your own devices by the fire most of the time, only coming over to give you medicines when it was time and to press his hands to your forehead to see how your fever was doing. While he was at his desk, though, he’d occasionally ask over his shoulder how you were feeling and if you needed anything. If you stated that you were feeling hungry or cold, or needed something else, he’d get up immediately from his workbench and fulfill your needs with no complaints.

What you didn’t see was his anxious glances toward you every ten seconds, making sure you weren’t dead or doubled over in the fire. Even if he wasn’t at your feet begging to be given some sort of instruction on how to care for you while you were sick, that didn’t mean he wasn’t worried about you.

However, when you had fallen asleep without him knowing and he turned to see you on the ground curled up into a little ball, he had to admit that you gave him a bit of a scare. Despite being in the middle of something, he dropped what he was doing and rushed over to make sure you hadn’t kicked the bucket while he wasn’t watching. Discovering that you were just sleeping, though, he took the time to make you a small cot and moved you to that instead of the stone floor of the lab.

Next time you decided to pull something like that, though, he’d appreciate you telling him you were just laying down since the chair was too uncomfortable to sleep in.

If you were still asleep when he decided his work for the day was done, Albedo would probably make the decision to stay in the lab for the night with you instead of waking you up to go back home. He had plenty here to take care of you, but in the morning he was taking you back home, even if he had to carry you.

Xiao:

Xiao never had any reason to understand why humans get sick, how to care for them when they are sick, or what to do when they do get sick. He himself could not experience this phenomenon and as far as he was concerned, he would never have anything to do with humans so why would he need to take the time to learn about human sicknesses and the like?

Of course, that all changed when he came back after a short, two day departure and found you in one of the worst states he could ever imagine. If you weren’t so sick, you probably would’ve laughed and asked to take his picture when you saw the, well, appalled expression he wore when he saw you. Quite frankly, the first thought he had was that you were dying, but you didn’t seem like you were dying, so the poor adeptus was just very, very confused.

The day Xiao left, you had woken up with a terrible headache and luckily, you were close to Verr Goldet so when you hadn’t greeted her at your usual time that morning, she knocked on your door to check on you. Instead of finding you oversleeping, though, she found you feeling miserable with a fever through the roof.

When Xiao came back though, you seemed to be at the height of your ailment, with the same fever, but with body aches and chills, as well as a cough that surfaced every now and then. You felt so bad, you were close to tears and upon seeing you in such a sorry state, Xiao realized he was actually worried about a human for one of the first times ever.

“Why didn’t you call for me?” he asked quietly, stepping toward you cautiously as he tried to understand what was going on. Despite being in your room at the Wangshu Inn, he felt like he was in a new place altogether, trying to get a grasp of this new environment.

“Because,” you started through a fit of coughs, “I’m just sick. There’s not much you can do about it.” And that was the truth of the matter and Xiao understood that because unlike demons and monsters, Xiao can’t exactly beat your sickness to death and make you feel better.

Still, he wishes he could do more.

He just feels so useless seeing you writhe in pain in bed while he just has to stand there and watch you. If this was any sort of mortal danger, he could take care of you in a heartbeat. Alas, not everything had a simple solution.

So, in an effort to try to take care of his lover, he’d carefully watch Verr Goldet’s actions when she’d come in to help prepare your medicine. It didn’t take long for him to pick up on it, so the next time she came in, she’d find Xiao doing it for her.

His hands were always careful. He’d gently caress the skin of your forehead while you slept, inwardly grimacing at how warm you were. He had watched Verr Goldet place cold rags on you to help, so he’d gently lay them on your head and if you stirred, he’d mentally curse himself for disturbing you. He had heard the inn keeper say that you getting lots of rest was important to your recovery and he didn’t want to prolong your suffering by waking you.

He still wasn’t used to affection and showing his love for you, so while you slept he’d keep watch over you from the window, ready to help you at a moment’s notice in the event that you needed it. While you were awake, he’d talk to you quietly or sit on the end of the bed to keep you company.

After watching you go through this, he was definitely ready for the next time it happened. (Though, after seeing how dreadful it was, he hoped that there wouldn’t be a next time.)

Aether:

Normally, you were always up for a new adventure every day. In fact, it wasn’t uncommon for you to wake up before Aether, bursting with excitement of a new day to discover new people and places.

Today was not one of those days.

You did wake up early (not before Aether, though) and you started off strong, but almost as soon the journey for the day began, you felt awful.

A pounding headache pulsated in your cranium and you felt sluggish as you walked down the dirt path with your blonde lover and his floating companion.

“Paimon thinks something might be wrong with y/n,” Aether’s companion whispered to him, causing him to stop and realize how bad you were lagging behind. He could hear you heaving for breath as you tried to keep up, which was very uncharacteristic of you. Seeing how pitiful you looked, he ran to catch up with you and just in the nick of time to catch you before you collapsed.

“What’s wrong with them?” Paimon asked, watching Aether anxiously lay you down in the grass in a comfortable position. “I don’t know,” he responded, seeing how out of it you seemed, though something told him you were just sick and your body needed to rest instead of go on any new adventure for the day.

“Y/n,” he cooed, gathering things from his inventory that might help you feel better. “Are you okay? What’s up?”

“My head hurts,” is all you could mutter, causing the boy to look upon you sadly but endearingly. “Don’t worry, love, I’ll take care of you.”

“And Paimon!” Paimon interjected, placing her hands on her hips.

With all the plants and other things Aether had collected over his journeys, he had plenty of things that could potentially help you feel better. The only thing was that he wasn’t exactly sure where to start. Him and Paimon would go through everything, trying to recall what they had seen or heard others using, like Tighnari or Baizhu. While this was going on, Aether kept his hand in yours, reassuring you that he wouldn’t be leaving you to face this alone.

The verdict ended up being that neither Aether nor Paimon had any clue as to what to use to help you, but what they could do was make sure that you took it easy for the rest of the day! That being said, Aether hoisted you up into his arms and walked back to the inn you three had been staying in to ensure that you wouldn’t have to wither away under the hot sun like a parched plant. All the way there, he’d murmur little statements of his love for you and how he’d make sure you would feel better in no time.

Once back, he got you tucked back into bed under the soft covers of the inn’s room with a promise of being beside you the whole time. He was as your disposal, so whatever you needed or wanted just let him know! He’d want to cradle you and braid you hair while you laid there pitifully, but he didn’t want to disturb the rest he knew you needed.

Instead, he settled for sitting in the bed beside you, to be near but also not distracting you from sleeping. Even Paimon would be careful of talking too loud or causing any ruckus in the room. They both really care for you and wanted to ensure that you’d be feeling better so you could join them once again!

Even if you did feel 100% better the next day, Aether would probably still be worried and suggest that you two just have one more day of rest before you went out again. “Just think of it as… a cuddle day! Yeah, a cuddle day.”

Who were you to complain about that?

Tighnari:

Being sick? Around Tighnari? Who better to be around when you’re under the weather?

This time, though, it was sudden, taking the both of you by surprise.

First of all, you hadn’t seen the forest watcher all day, since he left before you woke up and when he came back, he was instructed not to disturb you since you had some work to get done.

And it wasn’t because you were incapable of getting any work done with him around, but more often than not, you would find yourself getting distracted and giggling with him rather than completing any tasks you had at hand. Today, though, you needed to complete some data sheets for the research team you were working with before you could find Tighnari and bother him with his work.

It was a little after lunch time when Tighnari heard quick footsteps approaching him. “Master Tighnari!” Collei exclaimed, rushing to meet him, her voice urgent. “I was sent to tell you that-”

“Y/n seems to be sick,” another forest watcher ended. He was part of your research team and he was the one to find you sniffling over your work. “And she won’t stop working even though we told her to take a break.”

Tighnari sighed, though he wasn’t annoyed. This was very like you. “Alright, let’s see what we can do.”

As expected, you immediately tried to say that you weren’t sick, but your congested voice, runny nose, and cough begged to differ. “I have to finish this,” you managed to choke out before being sent into another coughing fit. You tried to slap your boyfriend’s hands away as he reached for your papers, only for him to gently push yours away as a response.

“Well, I’m sure someone else can finish it while you’re out of commission,” Tighnari answered, quickly gathering up your notebooks and papers and handing them off to Collei who gave them to one of your research partners. He placed a hand on your arm and gestured off in the distance toward his home. “Let’s go get you some medicine so you can start feeling better.”

Obviously, since you were with Tighnari, you were going to be given the best treatment the forest could give you. After he gathered some plants and herbs that would begin to help you feel better, he instructed you to lie down and take it easy. With how congested you were, it was hard for you to doze off at first, but Tighnari kept you company until you did. When you finally passed out, he stayed outside the door so he would still be close in the event that you needed him, but he wasn’t directly hovering.

He’s going to be strict with your medicines and healing regimens. The medicine tastes bad? He’s sorry and he’ll try find something to make it better, but you’re not getting out of taking it. You don’t feel like eating? He understands, but you need to, so he’ll make you easier dishes to eat.

But he’s definitely very caring and loving to you the whole time. At night when you can’t sleep, he’ll hold you for a while until you drift off. He’ll play with your hair and pepper kisses on the top of your head while you rest. If he’s out of the house and hears you call for him, he’ll immediately drop whatever he’s doing and check on you and he’ll 100% bring you whatever you’re asking for.

(Unless it’s your work, then you might as well forget about it.) (You probably won’t be seeing it again until you’re feeling 100% better.) (If you convince someone else to get it for you, he will personally fight them for complying knowing you were in no shape to work.)

“Do you really think you’re in the shape to write out all your research? And if you are, do you think the Academiya wants your papers covered in snot?”

[dystyches]

Danganronpa 2 × Mixx Garden

2022 Collaboration Café Drink Recipes & Reviews (Pt. 1)

Since October of 2022, I've been very slowly working my way through a project in which I've recreated (to the best of my ability) the drink recipes advertised as part of the Mixx Garden & Danganronpa 2 collab.

Below the cut will be my recreations and reviews of the first three (out of eleven) character-themed drinks on the menu—the ones for Hajime Hinata, Nagito Komaeda, and Gundham Tanaka.

If you end up creating any of these yourself, I'd love to hear what you think!

I spent my time during the collab looking at all of the images I could find of people's drinks on Twitter and Instagram, searching relevant words and tags in both Japanese and English. I was able to find at least two images of every single drink at the café.

My information on the ingredients comes from the descriptions on the menu, as well as what I could infer from the pictures.

Without further ado, let's begin.

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First on the list is Hajime Hinata's drink. The ingredients (translated into English for your convenience) are:

Mint candy pearls (dragées), 8-minute whipped cream, white hot chocolate, mint (garnish, not mentioned in recipe but present in photo)

Now for the record, I have no professional experience making food or drinks. I'm not exactly sure what makes "8-minute" whipped cream distinct from the other recipes being listed with just unspecified whipped cream, but I abided by the rules and whipped the cream for approx. 8 minutes. I assume it has something to do with the stiffer peaks giving it a denser feel.

I wasn't able to find candy pearls that were mint-flavored, which is a shame. But I did manage to find silver ones to match the look of the images.

It was fun to make the white hot chocolate from scratch as well, which I did in a batch large enough also to serve the friends I had over for the New Year's Eve party I was hosting.

Happy birthday, Hajime.

On a personal level I'm typically not a fan of white chocolate, but this was nice. The mint was a very good touch. My friends, who do like white chocolate, appreciated the drink even more than I did. Two of the four people present ranked it a 10 out of 10.

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Second on the menu was Nagito Komaeda's drink. The ingredients are:

Raspberries, whitewater (Calpis water), black lemon jelly

If you're unfamiliar with Calpis (alternatively spelled Calpico) and plan on making this drink yourself, do make sure that you get the diluted Calpis water and not the concentrated form.

In the pictures of this drink I looked at, the raspberries appeared to be frozen, which made them have this nice bleeding as they thawed.

Well, I forgot to do that.

If you've never had Calpis water before, you may worry that something with a milky, yogurt-y flavor wouldn't mix well with the lemon flavor. I can assure you that it actually works just fine.

I only had one other friend with me to try this one, and he doesn't like raspberries much. He still gave it a 7 out of 10. I think this drink is great.

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Lastly for this post, the third drink was Gundham Tanaka's. The ingredients are:

Whipped cream, blueberries, cola

Simple enough.

I made four to share with others, and apparently forgot to take a picture of one solitary.

After such a fortuitous result with my enjoyment of the prior drink, I knew my luck was soon to turn.

If I had to describe the taste of this drink through comparison, I'd probably say it tastes somewhere between a root beer float and pilk. I do not like either of those.

One of my friends said she quite liked it, and ranked it an 8.5 out of 10. Another called it "harmless".

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Next on the list, which I will get around to in a sequel post, will be the drinks for Kazuichi Soda, Fuyuhiko Kuzuryu, and Izuru Kamukura.

Thanks for reading, see you next time!

[mariacallous]

Some years ago, while celebrating Hanukkah at the home of Moroccan Jewish friends, I got my first taste of sfenj. I knew (and loved) the Israeli jelly donuts called sufganiyot, but sfenj, while also donuts, were something different. The yeasted dough was familiarly puffy, but instead of being shaped into a plump round, it was formed into rings. And instead of sufganiyot’s jam filling and snowy cap of powdered sugar, my friends served sfenj two ways: dipped into granulated sugar or generously drizzled with an orange-blossom-scented syrup. Naturally, I was smitten with this new-to-me expression of Hanukkah frying.

A few years after tasting sfenj, I learned about sfingi — another doughy fritter, which hails from Southern Italy and can be found in many Italian American bakeries. The term “sfingi” refers to a couple of different pastries, including simple, free-form donut holes rolled in sugar, and a more elaborate fried round that gets topped or filled with sweetened ricotta (think: cannoli filling) and sweet Amarena cherries. In Naples, the fritters are sometimes called zeppole, but in Sicily and other parts of Southern Italy, they usually go by sfingi or, to further confuse matters, sfinci. 

Some Italian families make sfingi to celebrate Christmas, but they really shine on March 19th, or Saint Joseph’s Day, which honors the Virgin Mary’s husband. On that day, many Italians — particularly Sicilians who consider St. Joseph to be their patron saint — pull out all the stops to throw a feast that often ends with sfingi and other decadent sweets. 

Sfenj. Sfingi. Two donuts with remarkably similar names. There had to be a connection, right? As it turns out, the North African Hanukkah treat and Southern Italy’s feast-day fritter likely do share a common ancestor. The name for both pastries comes from the Arabic word “isfenj,” which translates to“sponge,” and refers to the way dough soaks up oil while it fries, and also to its bouncy texture. (Interestingly, sufganiyot also means sponge in Hebrew, suggesting a linguistic connection between all three donuts.)

This connection also hints to the influence that Arabic cuisine had across both North Africa and Southern Italy. According to some historical accounts, sfenj originated in Moorish Spain in the Middle Ages. (The era and region similarly gave rise to the traditional Sephardic Hanukkah dish, bimuelos — small, sweet fritters that are often round in shape.) From there, the dish spread to places where Moorish traders traveled, including the Maghreb – North African countries that border the Mediterranean Sea.

Today, sfenj are popular across Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Libya. In Morocco, they were traditionally prepared by sufnajeen — bakers dedicated to the craft of making sfenj. They were (and are) considered an everyday breakfast pastry or street food snack, and are served alongside coffee or mint tea. 

Jewish Moroccans, meanwhile, adopted the fritter for Hanukkah, when Jews traditionally eat foods fried in oil. They introduced sfenj to Israel when they immigrated there in the mid-20th century. In Israel, however, sfenj never caught on in quite the same way as sufganiyot. Moroccan Jewish families still make them, and they’re available in food markets nationwide, but you are not likely to see piles of sfenj in bakery windows across Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, they way you will sufganiyot.

Sfingi, meanwhile, hail from Palermo, Sicily’s capital. The recipe for the ricotta-cream-filled version was invented by nuns, who adapted the dessert from Arabic cuisine and dedicated it to St. Joseph. In the weeks leading up to St. Joseph’s Day, you will find sfingi di San Giuseppe – in all of its fried, cream-filled glory — in bakeries across Southern Italy, and in communities across the world that are home to Southern Italian communities.

I like to joke that the reason Hanukkah lasts for eight nights is so home cooks can dedicate each night to a different fried treat. From potato latkes and sufganiyot to bimuelos and sfenj, there is no shortage of Hanukkah dishes to celebrate. But this year, if my patience for frying (and my appetite for fried foods!) hold, I might just add sfingi to my Hanukkah menu.

[dailyunsolvedmysteries]

Serial Killers Last Meals 

Aileen Wuornos - She denied a formal last meal and opted for a regular prison meal of burger and snacks from the canteen instead. She then had a cup of coffee to top it off.

Ted Bundy - He declined to have one of the special last meals. So, he was served the "traditional" steak dinner, over-easy eggs, hash browns, toast, milk, coffee, juice, butter, and jelly. However, he did not eat any of it.

'The Freeway Killer' aka William Bonin - He had two pepperoni and sausage pizzas, three servings of chocolate ice cream, and three six-packs of Coca-Cola and Pepsi for his last meal.

John Wayne Gacy -  Before he was executed by lethal injection, he had a dozen deep-fried shrimp, a bucket of KFC original recipe chicken, fries, and a pound of strawberries as his last meal.

Oklahoma City Bomber aka Timothy McVeigh - He ordered two pints of mint chocolate chip ice cream and nothing else.

H.H. Holmes - He ordered boiled eggs, toast, and coffee.

1-95 Killer aka Gary Ray Bowles - For his final meal he had three cheeseburgers and a side of French fries.

Butcher of Hanover aka Fritz Haarmann - Had a cup of coffee and a cigar.

[dizzymaiden]

No-Bake Orange Pineapple Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients

To prepare this comforting No-Bake Orange Pineapple Swirl Cheesecake, you’ll need:

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 cup sour cream

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 cup orange juice

Zest of 1 orange

1 cup whipped cream

1/2 cup pineapple chunks

1/2 cup mandarin orange slices

Fresh mint leaves and berries for garnish

How to Make No-Bake Orange Pineapple Swirl Cheesecake

Follow these steps to create your own delicious No-Bake Orange Pineapple Swirl Cheesecake:

Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until fully combined.

Layer the Cheesecake: Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Evenly distribute half of the pineapple chunks and mandarin orange slices over the cream cheese mixture. Pour the remaining cream cheese mixture on top. Create a swirl pattern with additional orange juice if desired.

Refrigerate: For a fresh, subtle flavor, use orange juice. For a sweeter, more intense flavor and thicker swirl, use orange jelly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Garnish and Serve: Top with whipped cream, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange slices, fresh mint leaves, and berries for garnish before serving.

[ceeveganglutenfreebaking]

Ditch the Dairy, Love Your Taste Buds: 5 Vegan Gluten-Free Ice Cream Must-Tries

Ice cream: the ultimate summer treat. But what if you're dairy-free and gluten-free? Fear not, ice cream lovers! I’m here to share the scoop on five amazing vegan, gluten-free ice cream recipes that will blow your mind. These creamy concoctions are packed with flavor and totally guilt-free. Let’s dive in!

Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream

Who doesn’t love chocolate chip cookie dough? This version is dairy-free, gluten-free, and absolutely irresistible. 

**Ingredients:**

* 1 can full-fat coconut milk, chilled

* 1/2 cup maple syrup

* 1/4 cup cocoa powder

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* Pinch of salt

* 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips

* Vegan cookie dough (store-bought or homemade)

**Instructions:**

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. In the last few minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips and cookie dough.

4. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Creamy Peanut Butter and Jelly Ice Cream

This classic flavor combo gets a vegan, gluten-free makeover. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and salty.

**Ingredients:**

* 1 can full-fat coconut milk, chilled

* 1/2 cup maple syrup

* 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter

* 1 tablespoon chia seeds

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* Pinch of salt

* Vegan grape jelly

*Instructions*

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, maple syrup, peanut butter, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. Swirl in the vegan grape jelly.

4. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Tropical Mango Sorbet

This refreshing sorbet is perfect for a hot summer day. It’s light, flavorful, and packed with vitamin C.

**Ingredients:**

* 2 cups frozen mango chunks

* 1/2 cup frozen pineapple chunks

* 1/4 cup coconut water

* 1 tablespoon lime juice

* 1 tablespoon agave nectar (optional)

**Instructions:**

1. Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.

2. Transfer the sorbet to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Classic Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

You can’t go wrong with a classic! This vegan vanilla ice cream is rich, creamy, and unbelievably delicious.

**Ingredients:**

* 1 can full-fat coconut milk, chilled

* 1/2 cup maple syrup

* 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

* Pinch of salt

* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

**Instructions:**

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Cool down with this refreshing mint chocolate chip ice cream. It’s the perfect treat on a hot day.

**Ingredients:**

* 1 can full-fat coconut milk, chilled

* 1/2 cup maple syrup

* 1/4 cup cocoa powder

* 1 teaspoon peppermint extract

* Pinch of salt

* Vegan chocolate chips

**Instructions:**

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, maple syrup, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and salt until smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.

3. In the last few minutes of churning, add the chocolate chips.

4. Transfer the ice cream to a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours before serving.

There you have it, five amazing vegan, gluten-free ice cream recipes! Which one will you try first? Let me know in the comments!

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We have got more amazing mouthwatering recipes for you to try at home so make sure to follow CEE vegan gluten-free baking Blog and don’t miss out!

[gggoode]

can i send like all of them

❄️🌤️🌈💧🌩️☔🌪️ wow so much weather happening today :) lots of weather :)

❄️Share a snippet from a WIP of your choosing.

“It was not,” Crystal protested, smacking Daya’s arm. Then they turned back to Gigi. “I loved ‘em. Even got a tattoo.” 

“A One Direction tattoo?” Gigi asked. 

Daya snorted. “I know.” 

Gigi barely heard, entranced by Crystal pulling their vest down to expose part of their chest. There was a tattoo in another language, which they pointed at proudly. “It says One Direction in Arabic.” 

“Oh,” Gigi said. Her throat felt dry again.

🌤️Share your favorite piece of dialogue from your WIP.

Crystal squeezed her back. “I dunno why I didn’t already tell you. You’re my best friend here.” 

Gigi twisted to smile at her. “You’re mine, too,” she agreed. She reached up with one hand to tuck Crystal’s hair back. “Thin mints,” she said softly.  

For a second Crystal thought she’d lost her mind, then she remembered the earrings she’d put on that morning.

any time gigi gets weird about crystal's earrings is my favourite x

🌈 Share something soft/fluffy from your WIP.

“I dunno,” Crystal sighed. “Like, obviously my parents are a good couple. And they set a good example of what you should be like with your partner,” she said, absently braiding Gigi’s hair as she spoke. It wasn’t neat and it wouldn’t hold but it was relaxing. “But I always worried I wouldn’t be able to find someone I loved like that. Or I’d be so worried about it that I’d never settle down with anyone.” 

“Are you still worried?” Gigi asked. Her face was still tucked into Crystal’s shoulder but she could feel her smiling. 

“I haven’t been worried for a long time,” Crystal laughed, letting go of the braid so it unravelled itself.

💧Share something romantic/hot from your WIP, or just something sweet if it's gen.

Crystal kissed the side of her neck and smoothed her hands over Gigi’s thighs, her skin impossibly soft and smooth. “Okay?” she asked as her fingers snuck beneath the hem of her shorts. 

“Please touch me,” Gigi breathed, shifting to rest her hands on Crystal’s thighs on either side of her. 

And who was Crystal to deny her? First she touched her through her shorts.

🌩️ Share something funny/cracky from your WIP.

“Oh,” Gigi said, peering into the refrigerator to see what else she had to offer Crystal. “How about some salad? I made this yesterday,” she offered. 

It was a new recipe she’d tried out for an aspic salad – she’d just used the stuff they had left in the refrigerator but she thought it looked pretty, suspended in the clear jelly like it was flying. 

Crystal came to get a closer look, her eyebrows raised. “I’ve already eaten,” she said apologetically. “Thank you, though. Just the lemonade would be great.” 

“Okay,” Gigi said. She gave her salad one last shake to make it wiggle before putting it back in the refrigerator. 

is this funny?? idk i'm a bit obsessed with 50's housewife gigi and her horrible recipes

☔Is there a fic concept you have that you'd like to just explain and share because you're not sure you'll ever write it? If so, what is it?

i have an awful habit of just writing whatever pops into my head whether or not i think it'll go anywhere :) i don't think i'll ever post the mermaid fic i tried to write but gigi was a mermaid whose mother was human and she really wanted to find her even though mermaids are NOT supposed to interact with humans !!! but guess what she finds a human called crystal and falls in <3 love <3 with her x

🌪️Sum up a WIP with a few fic tropes/Ao3 tags.

i don't really get ao3 tags i once got a comment on iynaf like 'hey i would have wanted to read this ages ago but only just found it because it's tagged really badly' and i replied like 'aw man that sucks' then never changed the tags x but umm

one of them is a vampire/human romance?? is that a trope??? i'm not very good at this question x

[enbyhyena]

Candy Corn: ONLY if I have a craving, but the taste gets old pretty quickly. The pumpkin shaped ones are fun but taste the same.

Licorice: Used to love Twizzlers, I'm very picky ever since they changed their recipe. Hated black licorice as a kid, hate it less as an adult (to where if I accidentally eat a black licorice flavored jelly bean in my assorted bag, my face won't screw up). I tolerate it but don't actively seek it out.

[Fun fact: the licorice fern is an edible plant that tastes like its namesake when chewed. I've eaten it before and it was pretty cool. :)]

Peanut Butter & Chocolate: Only really like it in cereals. Not a huge fan of Reese's Cups or mixing actual chocolate and peanut butter. I think it's because the peanut butter taste usually drowns out the chocolate, and I have to be in the right mood to like peanut butter to begin with.

Mint & Chocolate: The ice cream flavor is in my top five. I love getting the little candies at Olive Garden, too. I don't like York Peppermint Patties. It feels like it's biting me rather than chilling my mouth. The mint feeling cold and chilling the taste of the chocolate is mandatory for my enjoyment, or the taste of the chocolate needs to overpower the mint (in the case of Olive Garden treats) or I won't like it.

Sour Candy: Love Sour Patch Kids. Love how they're sour then sweet (my mouth is watering just at the memory of the sour taste lol). Love the texture and how they're gummy but not squishy or sticky when I chew them. Gotta be careful to not buy too many or I'll eat them until my mouth is scraped raw by the sour sugars. Warheads make me want to cry so I won't eat those so much. I also have a compulsive need to bite whatever enters my mouth, so I don't do so well with hard candies (like gobstoppers, lollipops, etc). I have the bite force necessary to crunch through all of these thinge, but my TMJ always makes me pay for it afterwards.

candy discourse, reblog w/ your opinions on

• candy corn • licorice • peanut butter + chocolate • mint + chocolate • sour candies

[coolrunningsfoods]

Why Kola Champagne is the Perfect Drink for Every Celebration

When planning a celebration, the drinks you serve play a significant role in setting the mood and enhancing the overall experience. If you’re searching for a beverage that’s unique, vibrant, and full of flavor, look no further than Kola Champagne. This iconic Caribbean soda is a go-to favorite for parties and gatherings, thanks to its sweet, bold flavor and eye-catching golden hue. At CoolRunningsFoods, we’re thrilled to bring the authentic taste of Kola Champagne to homes across the USA, making it easier than ever to elevate your celebrations with a touch of the tropics.

What is Kola Champagne?

Kola Champagne is a Caribbean soft drink celebrated for its distinctively sweet and creamy flavor profile. Unlike traditional colas, Kola Champagne boasts a unique blend of vanilla, caramel, and fruity undertones, delivering a taste that’s both nostalgic and refreshing. Its golden amber color adds a festive visual appeal, making it an excellent choice for any occasion, from birthday parties to casual backyard barbecues.

Why Kola Champagne is Perfect for Celebrations

Kola Champagne stands out as a beverage that’s more than just a soda—it’s an experience. Here’s why it’s the ultimate drink for your next celebration:

Unique FlavorThe creamy sweetness of Kola Champagne sets it apart from other sodas. Its smooth and slightly fruity flavor appeals to guests of all ages, making it a versatile choice for diverse gatherings.

Vibrant AppearanceWith its golden hue, Kola Champagne looks stunning in glasses or punch bowls. Its festive color complements party themes and adds a tropical flair to the table.

VersatilityWhether served on its own, as part of a cocktail, or in a punch, Kola Champagne adapts beautifully to various party setups. Its balanced sweetness pairs well with a wide range of dishes, from spicy appetizers to indulgent desserts.

Caribbean VibesA sip of Kola Champagne instantly transports you to the Caribbean islands. Its tropical flavor and cultural roots bring an exotic touch to your event, creating a memorable experience for your guests.

How to Use Kola Champagne at Your Celebrations

One of the best things about Kola Champagne is its versatility. Here are some creative ways to incorporate it into your festivities:

Serve It ChilledPour chilled Kola Champagne over ice and serve it in tall glasses with a slice of lime or orange for a simple yet elegant presentation.

Create Signature CocktailsUse CoolRunningsFoods Kola Champagne as a base for tropical cocktails. Combine it with rum, fresh fruit juices, and a splash of grenadine for a vibrant drink that captures the spirit of the Caribbean.

Mocktails for All AgesFor a family-friendly option, mix Kola Champagne with sparkling water and add a garnish of fresh mint or fruit slices.

Pair It with Caribbean CuisineEnhance the flavors of Caribbean dishes like jerk chicken, curry goat, or fried plantains by serving them with Kola Champagne. Its sweetness balances the spiciness of these traditional dishes.

In DessertsIncorporate Kola Champagne into desserts like cakes, jellies, or sorbets for a fun and flavorful twist.

Why Choose CoolRunningsFoods for Kola Champagne?

At CoolRunningsFoods, we are passionate about bringing authentic Caribbean flavors to kitchens across the USA. Our Kola Champagne is crafted to deliver the perfect balance of flavor and fizz, ensuring it’s a crowd-pleaser at any event.

Authentic Taste: Our Kola Champagne is made using traditional recipes, ensuring you experience the true flavor of the Caribbean.

High-Quality Ingredients: We use premium ingredients to create a soda that’s not only delicious but also refreshing and satisfying.

Convenience: Available online and in select stores, CoolRunningsFoods makes it easy to stock up on Kola Champagne for your next celebration.

Tips for Hosting a Caribbean-Themed Party with Kola Champagne

Tropical Décor: Use bright colors, palm leaves, and flowers to set the scene.

Island Music: Create a playlist of Caribbean hits to add energy to your party.

Caribbean Menu: Serve jerk chicken, rice and peas, and fried plantains alongside Kola Champagne for an authentic dining experience.

Drink Stations: Set up a DIY drink station with CoolRunningsFoods Kola Champagne, fresh fruit, and mixers for guests to create their beverages.

Conclusion

Kola Champagne is more than just a soda; it’s a celebration in a bottle. With its unique flavor, festive appearance, and versatility, it’s the perfect addition to any party or gathering. At CoolRunningsFoods, we’re proud to bring this Caribbean classic to homes across the USA, allowing you to share the vibrant taste of the islands with your friends and family.