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11 Things to Do At an Oklahoma City Thunder Game

Get ready to Rumble and yell “Thunder Up!”

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A Crash Course in Wine Terms: No Sommelier Needed!

Pour yourself a glass of vino and let’s dive into the world of fermented grapes juice!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeJanuary 22, 2023wine tasting, how to fake wine knowledge, white win basics, red wine basics, guide to white wines, basic wine tasting terms, smart things to say about wine, types of dry wines, things wine snobs say, sparkling wine, cheese and wine pairingsComment

The Black Crust Revolution: Introducing Eastside Pizza House in OKC

Black-owned pizza served with a slice of history.

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How to Make a DAMN GOOD Kir Royale

“the perfect drink to sip and do nothing. . . “

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How to Make a DAMN GOOD Aperol Spritz

The Aperol Spritz is so good, it'll make you forget all about that mimosa!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 8, 2022aperol, prosecco, champagne, brunch, classic cocktails, cocktail recipes, craft cocktails, easy cocktail, easy cocktail recipesComment

How to Make a DAMN GOOD Classic Sidecar Drink

This classic cocktail will never go out of style!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeDecember 6, 2022classic cocktails, cocktail recipes, craft cocktails, easy cocktail, easy cocktail recipes, cognac, cointreauComment

All the Camera Equipment You Need to Take Professional Photos of Yourself

No photographer? No problem. Here’s a complete list of camera gear and camera equipment you need to start taking photos of yourself NOW!

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JINYA | A Cool New Ramen Bar in OKC

JINYA Ramen Bar has arrived in OKC - Here's what you need to know!

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How to Make a Damn Good Spicy Margarita

A margarita that's so good, it will change your life!

How to Make DAMN GOOD Blueberry Basil Margarita

This cocktail can be served by the pitcher #gamechanger

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The Best Oklahoma City Hotels

Get excited about your trip by staying in one of these cool Oklahoma City hotels!

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How to Make a DAMN GOOD Irish Buck

Not just for St. Patrick's Day, the Irish Buck is a refreshing, Irish whiskey-based cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. Here's how to make one that will have you feeling lucky all night long!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeJune 14, 2022cocktail recipes, easy cocktail, summer cocktail, classic cocktails, craft cocktails, easy cocktail recipes, whiskey, irish whiskeyComment

How to Make a DAMN GOOD Smoked Rosemary Old-Fashioned

Smoked rosemary and Irish whiskey are a match made in heaven. This twist on the classic old-fashioned is sure to please any whiskey lover.

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How to Make a DAMN GOOD Italian Margarita with Amaretto

This Italian Margarita recipe is so easy to make at home, you'll never order it at Olive Garden again!

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The Best Tequila Cocktails to Make

These tequila cocktail recipes are so good you might want to try one every day!

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How to Make a DAMN GOOD El Pepino Cocktail

A new twist on the margarita with cucumber and basil!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeMay 3, 2022cocktail recipes, easy cocktail, summer cocktail, classic cocktails, craft cocktails, easy cocktail recipes, damn good margarita, best margarita, margarita, tequilaComment

How to Make a DAMN GOOD Tequila Sour

This is one classic cocktail recipe you need to know!

EntertainingMelissa "Mel" DrakeApril 26, 2022cocktail recipes, easy cocktail, summer cocktail, classic cocktails, craft cocktails, easy cocktail recipes, tequila, damn good margaritaComment

Fun Things to Do in San Antonio This Weekend

There's more to this historic Texas city than you think!

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ABCs of Liqueur: An Easy Guide to Cordials for Beginners

Get ready to discover a world of flavor possibilities with liqueurs

The Essential Guide: Planning a Trip to Maui

Get ready for your dream vacation in Maui

TravelMelissa "Mel" DrakeFebruary 10, 2022travel guides, united states, hawaii vacation, hawaii, things to do in hawaii, planning trip to Hawaii, bucket list travel ideas, dream vacation, road to hana Comments