Homemade Matcha Latte

When I asked my guest, Victoria Banks, to choose a recipe to pair with Episode 07, she suggested a homemade matcha latte.

Even though matcha has been a buzzy trend in the food world for a while now, I’ll be honest, I just never jumped on the train. No reason in particular. I just never ordered it or knew much about the green powder.

So, I was pleasantly surprised when Victoria made this warm, cozy, frothy deliciousness for us to enjoy while we chatted about all things music, mom life and overcoming perfectionism in Episode 07.

Whip you up this nourishes mug of tea and check out my conversation with Grammy nominated hit songwriter, Victoria Banks. The recipe card is below, and a link to Victoria’s episode is available if you keep scrolling down!

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Sharon’s Classic Pimento Cheese

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This classic recipe is a fan submission from Sharon. I love a good pimento cheese and I thought it would pair nicely with a hot cup of matcha latte while we wait out these cooler months. Get the pimento cheese recipe here!

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Ep. 07 - From Guts to the GRAMMYs with Victoria Banks

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Louise's Baked Apples

This is a super simple, comforting dessert that my grandma used to make for me when I was little. We spent a lot of time together. Both of my parents worked, so she often picked me up from school and I loved spending the night on the weekends.

The weekend sleep overs is when this dessert would make an appearance. My grandma had a McIntosh apple with her every where she went. I’m not exaggerating. That woman loved McIntosh apples! She had them in her car, on her desk at the store (my family’s small business). at home.

I have such fond memories of her placing several McIntoshes in a casserole dish, baking the apples, then pouring cream over them before we dug in.

I hope this recipe might transport you back in time to a wonderful memory. The warm spices and sweet raisins make this the perfect way to cap off the night.

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Try the Drink…

The Sparkling Jewel

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My guest in Ep. 06, Cyndi Thomson brought over this yummy grapefruit-forward cocktail. This sparkling glass of goodness is the perfect thing to end your night, make a party or enjoy on the back patio. Get the recipe here!

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Ep. 06 - When Walking Away Means Walking Towards Something Bigger with Cyndi Thomson

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The Sparkling Jewel Cocktail

When I asked Cyndi Thomson if she had a drink recipe she’d want to pair with Episode 6 of Happiest Hour, this was literally the email response I received:

“My new fave drink is so yummy! A little (sometimes a lot) grapefruit vodka, a little Italian grapefrut soda (Trader Joe’s) and fresh lime juice on ice. Sometimes I add a little lime Lacroix!”

I mean, why complicate a good thing? Eyeball these delicious ingredients and enjoy a simple yet satisfying craft cocktail!

But, just in case you’re more of a rule follower (me 🙋🏻‍♀️), I added some measurement guidelines in the recipe card below.

Don’t forget to scroll down to get the easy dessert recipe we also paired with this recipe.

Cheers!

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Try this Simple Dessert…

Louise’s Baked Apples

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This week, I’m sharing a fond memory from my childhood; a dessert my grandma used to make me when I’d sleep over. Her baked apples covered with cream was one of my favorite dishes. Get the recipe here!

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Ep. 06 - When Walking Away Means Walking Towards Something Bigger - with Cyndi Thomson

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