Alicia Tenise

D.C. Fashion, Travel and Lifestyle Blogger

A Christmas Mimosa That Will Dazzle Your Guests

Christmas Mimosa Recipe | A Christmas Mimosa That Will Dazzle Your Guests by popular Washington D.C. life and style blogger, Alicia Tenise: image of a woman wearing a Nordstrom Halogen dress and holding a wine glass.

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Tis the season for a Christmas mimosa, amirite?

I’m in South Florida this week, and this is the first time that I’ve traveled somewhere warm for the holidays. Admittedly, it’s odd to be poolside writing about Christmas cocktails, but here I am. I’m not that sad about missing out on the cold weather, but it doesn’t feel quite like the holidays in 80-degree weather! I’m a little jealous of all you Floridians out there.

As much as I love a good glass of wine during the holidays, I also like to experiment with seasonal cocktails as well during this time of year. This Christmas Mimosa is perfect for the season: it’s super easy to make, only requires a few ingredients, and can be served at any of your holiday parties or even on Christmas morning for your family. Plus, you can wow your guests with minimal effort!
 
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The Perfect End of Summer Cocktail: The Aperol Spritz

show me your mumu arroyo sweater - spritz graphic | The Perfect End of Summer Cocktail: The Aperol Spritz by popular Washington D.C. life and style blogger, Alicia Tenise: image of a woman sitting outside wearing a show me your mumu arroyo sweater and drinking an Aperol Spritz cocktail.

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Cheers to the long weekend, my friends!

What do you have planned for Labor Day? Since Tom and I are headed on a 3-week adventure next week, we’re laying low at home this weekend. I have a zillion projects that I need to wrap up before hopping on the plane next Wednesday, so fingers crossed that I’m able to be productive and knock off everything on my to-do list!  But before I do that, I have the perfect end of summer cocktail I want to share with you!
 
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How to Host a Wine and Cheese Tasting Party

Landmark Vineyards | Fall | House Warming | How to Host a Wine and Cheese Tasting Party featured by popular Virginia lifestyle blogger Alicia Tenise

Do you know what I love the most about fall? Don’t worry; I’m not going to say anything about cider or pumpkin spice!

Unlike the summer, most people travel a lot less during this season, and more of my friends are in town on the weekends. That’s why I love to entertain between September-November — the time of year between Labor Day and Thanksgiving is the perfect time to host your friends! Folks aren’t taking as many vacations as they do during the summer, and you’re also not overwhelmed with holiday gatherings. Not to mention, the weather is pretty incredible this time of year as well!

Since we just moved to our new place a couple of months ago, we decided to host a small gathering of friends for a wine and cheese tasting party — a super small housewarming party, if you’d want to call it. Here’s how we planned it!
 
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