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Magic by the Lake
Classic children's fantasy
Magic by the Lake
Jane, Mark, Katharine, and Martha hope the lake beside their summer cottage will provide enough magic for a new season of adventure. Instead, its unpredictable rules turn ordinary wishes into encounters with mermaids, pirates, and creatures from legend. The siblings must solve the problems they create while learning that enchantment rarely follows convenient instructions. Breezy and whimsical, this sequel makes an inviting lakeside or vacation read about family teamwork and wishes gone wonderfully sideways.
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Fireside Chai
A fragrant cup of tea suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Manhattan
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Rye, sweet vermouth, and bitters make a Manhattan for an evening with a little intrigue.
What you'll need
- 2 oz rye whiskey
- 1 oz sweet vermouth
- 2 dashes aromatic bitters
- Ice
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How to mix it
- Stir with ice until chilled and strain into a chilled coupe.
- Garnish: Cocktail cherry or orange twist.
- Glassware: Coupe.
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