Have Bloody Mary Bar, Will Travel
Recently I attended a meet-up with a group of Los Angeles based food bloggers. We were getting together to talk shop about our business: cooking, eating, drinking, and telling the world all about it.
The meeting was “catered” pot-luck style so there were plenty of great dishes to be found at this brunch-time gathering.
Unfortunately I didn’t have time to grill something for my peers before the event so I was at a loss for what to bring. Knowing that all kinds of foods from savory to sweet would be present, I decided to bring a beverage. At the same time, I didn’t want to bring a case of sodas or some old bottle of wine.
The always quick thinking Nicole of Skinny People Do suggested I put together a Bloody Mary bar. I was immediately taken by the idea. Not only would it have a visual appeal and fulfill a purpose — we gotta drink, right? — it would also be fun for everyone to mix up a classy drink just the way they liked it.
After a bit of research and a quick run to the grocery store, my Bloody Mary bar was packed and ready to go. Here’s what I took along:
- 1.75 Liters of Vodka, stored in the freezer the night before the event
- 2 bottles of Major Peters Bloody Mary Mix, one regular and one spicy
- Celery
- Worcestershire sauce
- Hot sauce
- Soy Sauce
- Horseradish
- Olives
- Capers
- Cherry tomatoes
- Lemons and Limes
- Bamboo skewers (for the olives, tomatoes, and citrus and for stirring)
- Cups
- A small bag of ice
- A serving tray to display the bar
Everything fit nicely into a rolling cooler for easy transportation. Setting up the bar was also a breeze since all I had to do was set out the bottles and cups.
I had no problem getting everyone to start mixing up their own custom made Bloody Mary!
I have to give a shout out to Patti from Worth the Whisk for hosting the meet up and for mentioning me on her blog. Thanks, Patti!
Feb 28th, 2011 at 7:21 pm
It’s a nifty idea & like you said, someone’s gotta supply the drinks!
Mar 2nd, 2011 at 5:46 pm
Hi Michael! It was great to see you at the FBLA meeting. Your Bloody Mary bar was inspired and delicious. Thanks!
Mar 9th, 2011 at 10:07 am
Sounds like a great idea! You go Soror Nicole!I’ll have to remember this one.