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Mango Margarita

Sipping Saturday  Today’s Margarita is inspired by the mango paletas I made last week.  As I peeled my mangos to make the paletas my tiny kitchen swirled with the aroma of a tropical paradise.  I knew by Saturday my body, soul and brain would be in need of little tropical getaway.  What better way to soothe away a stressful week than with a Mango Margarita? Enjoy! 

Brisket Dip

I have been feasting on my Memorial Day left overs for days it seems,  as I somehow managed to cook for a crowd of 50, when in reality there was only us 4.  A smoky brisket that hubby made for us has made my weekday meal planning very easy.  One evening served as tacos, the next alongside a baked potato, movie night no problem. Brisket Dip! Enjoy!   

Watermelon Margarita

 Sipping Saturday This Sunday we are off to enjoy the Watermelon Festival in Donna, Texas.  I considered entering the seed spitting contest, but I decided to spare my kids the unnecessary embarrassment of watching their mom make a fool out of herself.   I think I’ll leave this event to the professionals.  In celebration of this event I bring you watermelon margaritas! Enjoy!     

Pineapple Funnels from Matt Armendariz's On A Stick!

My husband surround in an intoxicating aroma of fresh funnel cake is always the start to a good night.  My husband loves funnel cakes.  Combine this with his favorite fruit and he is just about lost it!  I know, I know what your thinking we’re from Texas.  We have ample opportunities to devour funnels cakes with some many Texas festivals we trek to.  But take a step back and imagine fresh.pineapple.dipped.in.funnel.batter.at.home.  Yeah it’s just that cool!

Pineapple Funnels from Matt Armendariz’s On A Stick!

My husband surround in an intoxicating aroma of fresh funnel cake is always the start to a good night.  My husband loves funnel cakes.  Combine this with his favorite fruit and he is just about lost it!  I know, I know what your thinking we’re from Texas.  We have ample opportunities to devour funnels cakes with some many Texas festivals we trek to.  But take a step back and imagine fresh.pineapple.dipped.in.funnel.batter.at.home.  Yeah it’s just that cool!

Mango Paletas

This recipe was featured on Tiki Tiki.  Sweet thanks to all who stopped by to share their thoughts.    

Sweet Life featured on Tiki Tiki

I am happy to be featured on Tiki Tiki sharing one of my favorite fruit treats! Mango Paletas Please stop by and share your thoughts! Comments Closed

Pina y Pepino Margarita

Sipping Saturday  This week’s margarita is inspired from my weekly grocery runs.  Located directly between the fresh fruit and vegetables a stall devoted to agua frescas (fresh water made from fruit) greets me every week.  Vitroleros (huge, beehive shaped glass jars) line the stall bursting at the seam with a rainbow of colors that make me weak in the knees.  Instantly my tunnel vision sets in and I make my way over attempting to select my agua fresca from the endless selection. This week I spotted pina and pepino (pineapple and cucumber). I couldn’t resist.  A cooling, cleansing flavor with a hint of lemon.  I shopped, sipped and loaded my truck enjoying my agua.  Enjoy!  

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I'm Vianney, an Award-Winning Food Blogger, Recipe Developer and the Author of The Tex-Mex Slow Cooker and Latin Twist. Here in South Texas, we love to entertain and spend time in the company of good people. Sweet Life is a celebration of that connection and the vibrant, unique culture of South Texas.

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