Recipes

Today is Holi, which is a festival and celebrated in Hinduism. Holi is the Indian festival of color celebrating the arrival of Spring. Pat the Spatula is so excited to partake in celebrations with this brand new Thandai recipe! Thandai is a traditional Indian drink and is especially enjoyed during Holi celebrations in India, although it is also enjoyed in warm weather. It is made with dried nuts, seeds, fragrant spices, and saffron. Pat the Spatula wishes you a Happy Holi for those who celebrate!

Cheers to kanji for good gut health, improved digestion, weight loss and skin benefits! This Indian fermented beet drink is best enjoyed chilled, and has a distinct aroma and tart taste, so you will either love it or hate it! Sip it and reap the health benefits! All you need is fresh beets, black mustard seeds, salt and red pepper, and a BIG pitcher of water. Pat the Spatula hopes you enjoy!

Valentine's Day is almost here and Pat is so excited to celebrate with this festive strawberry refresher! With a few ingredients, this drink is a perfect sweet treat for any Galentine or Valentine! Pat even made homemade whipped cream which makes this recipe even more fun to make! Don't forget the freeze dried strawberries! Pat hopes you enjoy and loves you!

With summer almost here, Pat can't wait to be poolside and enjoy all the food and drinks being by the pool brings! Pat is so excited to share this new mocktail recipe with you. It's simple and refreshing and you can also make it alcoholic by adding your favorite tequila! Make sure you use Trader Joe's Jalapeño Limeade for maximum summer vibes! Pat hopes you enjoy and cheers!

If you are looking for a cocktail to show 2020 the door, Pat has the perfect recipe for you! It's been a year Pat will never forget but is also looking forward to sharing more yummy recipes, Trader Joe's finds, and new products with all of you! Pat wishes you all a safe and healthy New Year!

Eat, drink & be merry with this festive Christmas Cran-Mango Float! Pat's number one love is eating (of course) but every so often craves a drink and is excited to share this recipe with you! All ingredients can be found at Trader Joe's and Pat wants to make sure you don't forget all of the yummy garnishes! Cheers!