Posts Tagged ‘cocktails’

St. Pete Beach, FL: La Croisette

Posted: April 15, 2025 in Uncategorized
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While visiting Florida’s west coast, I stopped by La Croisette, a beloved breakfast spot known for its beachy charm and mouthwatering morning fare. Naturally, I had to sample their Bloody Mary—and while the food stole the show, the drink held its own as a solid sidekick.

Priced at $10.40, this Bloody is made with Zing Zang mix and vodka, and comes garnished with crispy bacon, a sturdy stalk of celery, and a fresh lime wedge. It’s a no-frills take on the classic, without a chaser option, but it fits the laid-back, Florida-coast vibe of the restaurant.

The flavor was classic Zing Zang—savory, a little spicy, and reliably tasty—though not particularly bold or unique. Still, it paired well with the rich and flavorful breakfast dishes the spot is known for. (Pro tip: come hungry!)

Whether you’re fueling up for a day at St. Pete Beach, or just soaking in the vacation vibes, La Croisette is definitely worth a stop. While the Bloody isn’t the star of the show here, it plays a solid supporting role in a delicious brunch experience.

The Bloody Mary

• Spices/Flavor: Classic Zing Zang mix—savory and slightly spicy
• Fixin’s: Bacon, celery, lime
• Chaser: None offered
• Presentation: Simple and unfussy
• Price: $10.40

If you’re brunching in Tampa and craving a comforting Bloody to kick off your day, La Croisette offers just that—with a side of sunshine and great eats.

Milwaukee, WI: Saint Bibiana

Posted: December 21, 2024 in Uncategorized
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This weekend, I ventured to the east side of Milwaukee to visit Saint Bibiana, a cozy spot tucked away on Brady Street. It’s rare for me to get over to this area, but I’d heard great things about the food and drinks, so I couldn’t resist checking it out while in the area to pick up some essentials at Glorioso’s and Scortino’s Bakery.

Of course, I ordered their Bloody Mary, which was made with Zing Zang as the base and “doctored up” with various spices, per the bartender. The presentation was simple yet classic, with a garnish of pickle, olive, lemon, and lime. The cutest touch? A mini can of Lil Buddy beer served as the chaser. It was as delicious as it was charming.

For lunch, I paired my drink with the Ooey Gooey Brie Grilled Cheese sandwich, which felt like an elevated version of grilled cheese and tomato soup—a perfect companion to the Bloody Mary. The fries were crisp, well-seasoned, and just what I needed.

While I don’t make it to Brady Street often, Saint Bibiana might be worth the trip again. Its cozy vibe, great food, and expertly crafted Bloody Mary make it a spot I’d happily recommend.

The Bloody Mary

• Spices/Flavor: Zing Zang mix, well-enhanced

• Fixin’s: Pickle, olive, lemon, lime

• Chaser: Lil Buddy beer (adorable mini can!)

• Price: I believe this was $11.50

Oh— and if, like me, you’re wondering who Saint Bibiana is/was… she is the Patron Saint of Hangovers. This Bloody probably has something to do with that.

Mayville, WI: The Meating Place

Posted: October 28, 2024 in Uncategorized
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Recently, I played golf at Mayville Golf Course in Mayville, Wisconsin. I was particularly looking forward to this trip because of the restaurant’s 19th hole: The Meating Place and the specialty bloodies I had read about on their website.

It was a lovely, sunny fall day and the course was in great shape. The trees were in peak color and because the course was so hilly, there are great views for miles. There weren’t a lot of people playing, so we finished relatively quickly and headed to the bar, just in time to see a Packers victory in the final minutes of the game.

I ordered a Bloody Mary and was just a little disappointed when the bartender told me they didn’t have the special bloodies listed on the website. I wish they had special offerings, and considering the restaurant is called “The Meating Place,” you’d expect a beef stick, bacon, or something else fun as a fixin’. However, I couldn’t complain about the one I received, which, albeit standard was still very good, with a reasonable price.

It looked like the bar had supplied snacks at half-time and the crowd was lively inside the bar. It was a fun atmosphere to celebrate the win and count up our strokes.

The Bloody Mary

  • Spices/Flavor: Zing Zang and regular vodka
  • Fixin’s: Pickle and Olive
  • Chaser: Yes, any tapper
  • Price: $6.50

Mayville is a bit of a haul for our group, so I’m not sure when we’ll next return, but it’s nice knowing they have a great bar and restaurant right on the property to enjoy a post-round beverage and catch a game.

bluezoo–Bloodies & Bazooka!

Posted: November 20, 2013 in Uncategorized
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My first night in Orlando, I dined at Todd English’s bluezoo, located inside the Swan & Dolphin Resort at Walt Disney World.

Of course, I ordered a Bloody Mary.

Spice: The perfect amount.

Mix: Unsure

Chaser: None offered.

Fixin’s:  One olive, one lime.

Price: $13

This Bloody Mary was pretty standard overall; however, I detected a hint of seltzer or something to that effect. I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. It was an unusual taste, but it grew on me.

As for dinner, when I saw this menu item, I had to order it:

Although hard to parcel out the “Bloody Mary Sauce, they tasted as good as they looked!

Finally, while this doesn’t really relate to Bloody Marys, I had to share this unique dessert drink:

Bluezoo has many unique drinks on their menu, but this one really stood out to me. It was $13 and wow, did it really taste like Bazooka! And, while this is rather unlike me, if you’re headed here and going to have just one drink—choose this one over the Bloody!