Ultimate Nachos - Giveaway! - CLOSED

So, we hear you like nachos.  As it turns out, so do we.  We love nachos.  But not as much as Lee Frank and Rachel Anderson, founders of Nachos NY (The Ultimate Nachos Destination) and authors of Ultimate Nachos: From Nachos and Guacamole to Salsas and Cocktails.  Clearly, if you like nachos, this is the only book you need in life.

And need it, we do.

The Ultimate Nachos book gives you, Nacho Lover, recipes to make any kind of nacho you could possibly imagine from the original cheesy jalapeno topped nachos, to Croque Monsieur nachos, to Ruben nachos, to Strawberry, Basil and Marscarpone nachos!  Who knew there were so many variations?  (Lee and Rachel, duh).

mmm Nachos...

Nachos with Lamb and Black Bean Chili

But there's more!  Salsas!  Toppings!  Guacamole!  Horchata!  Avocado Ice cream!  Nachos Panna Cotta with Jalapeno Jelly!  Pico de Gallo!  Candied Jalapenos!  Peach-Habanero Margaritas!  Ultimate Nachos is a treasure trove of creative nachos and some really great applications of south western flavors and the tortilla chip.

Peach-Habanero Margaritas & Micheladas!

Today, we're you, said nacho lover, a copy of Ultimate Nachos!

: : : THE GIVEAWAY : : :

Ultimate Nachos: 
From Nachos and Guacamole to Salsas and Cocktails
2 Copies!

by Lee Frank & Rachel Anderson

: : : HOW TO ENTER : : :

1. Leave a comment on the post answering: Your Favorite Nachos (Could be from a particular restaurant, a specific style, or an extra amazing plate of nachos that changed your life)

2. *Extra entry* Tweet #NachosGiveaway @xxGastronomista and @NachosNY

3. *Extra entry* “follow” @xxGastronomista on Twitter and/or “like” us on Facebook and/or Follow us on Tumblr!.

The contest closes in one week (12 pm EST). Winner will be selected on Friday, May 3rd, and will be emailed that day.


Good luck, and many thanks to Ultimate Nachos authors,  Lee Frank & Rachel Anderson!

More on nachos, in case you were wondering.

Brandy Alexander Day, You Say?

Truth be told, we had no idea it even was such a thing as Brandy Alexander day.  But apparently, such a cocktail merits an entire day reserved for it's consumption and riotous revelry! 

The kind gents over at Hire the Barman sent us over their infographic for said Brandy Alexander day, and you know how we feel about infographics....

Without further ado...

Get Shakin!

xxG

Cocktails - An Infographic

There are times when blogging has its benefits - getting invited to fabulous parties, getting to taste delicious treats, and finding out when awesome products drop.  Today, we were thrilled to learn that Pop Chart Lab (of Candy Chart, and Beer Chart fame) took our advice and made a Cocktail Chart. (The jury is still out on if they took our advice to make a cocktail chart per se - but great minds think alike, nonetheless.) We are suckers for a good infographic - and their new libation chart has us swooning, not to mention thirsty for a cocktail. 

Sometimes you need a little guidance when it comes to cocktail hour.  You've got Gin, Cherry Brandy, half an orange, but no idea what to make.  Just refer to the chart - which will guide you, oh woeful bartender, to the proper measurements, garnishes, cordials, sodas, juices, condiments, and glassware. There are even little flaming icons for when a cocktail needs a little flambé.

Your cocktail hour will never be lost again.

Want one?  (We sure do.)  Order one here: $28.

Health Benefits of Beer

Beer is delicious, or so we say as we drink a nice Session Black Premium Dark Lager.  But we've heard rumors that Beer can be good for you too!

Design Firm Belanico out of California has designed an infographic that identifies the health benefits of moderate consumptions of beer.  Antioxidants, heart benefits, kidney benefits, cognitive function, lowers blood pressure, and helps women age better.  Yes please!

Beer You're In The Clear - $25

Your evening Lager, now guilt free.  Cheers!

A Simple Guide To Eggs

Eggs can sometimes be perplexing - I mean what's all this free-range business versus cage free versus certified humane...all of these different certifications can give a girl a nervous breakdown at at the market!   Thanks to Culinaut you can refer to this nice info-graphic for all your egg based questions.  We always love a good info-graphic!

Click for a bigger, and thereby better view.