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F is for Fizzy Drink

Let’s face it: bubbles are in! People in the United States are drinking a lot more soda water, and there’s no sign that the craze is fizzing out. In fact, within the past four years this category has grown 54% with no signs of slowing down. Soda water, also known as seltzer, club soda, and sparkling water, are all basically the same thing: pure, mineral-free carbonated water.

So, where did the fizz begin? Back in the day, no one knew how to make artificially carbonated water like we do today. Their only option was to drink naturally carbonated water, which flowed from certain parts of the earth, in places we call mineral springs. Not all of this water came out of the earth carbonated, but the ones that did produce bubbly water started to become a destination for health-minded travelers. These areas quickly became known as spa towns, and were sought out by people looking to experience the medicinal effects of bathing in and drinking mineral water. It wasn’t until Joseph Priestley discovered the process of forcing carbon dioxide into water in the late 1700s that we officially entered the age of carbonated beverages. Priestley wrote of the "peculiar satisfaction" he found in drinking the carbonated water, and we have to agree!

Whether flavored or not, soda water just feels good to drink. It’s guilt free, sugar-free, and calorie-free, plus you get a little bubbly sensation in your mouth with every gulp...what’s not to love? Sip it straight from the can or add it to your next cocktail for the perfect fizz. See our recipe below for one of our most refreshing favorites: a Salty Dog Fizz.

This simple grapefruit cocktail recipe takes the classic salty dog to a new level by mixing the tried and true cocktail ingredients with a splash of club soda for added fizz.

Ingredients
Coarse salt (for rimming)
3 ounces vodka
1 ounce St. Germain elderflower liqueur
5 ounces grapefruit juice
Sparkling water
Grapefruit slices, for garnish

Instructions
1. Rim glasses with salt and fill with ice.
2. Combine vodka, St. Germain, and grapefruit juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until chilled.
3. Strain into prepared glasses and top with seltzer.
4. Garnish with a grapefruit slice.

E is for Egg

"An egg is always an adventure; the next one may be different."
Oscar Wilde

The egg: a baking must-have, breakfast staple, favorite of Dr. Seuss, and topic of some time-honored philosophical questions about which came first. Eggs are among the most popular sources of protein in America, in fact, the average American eats 19 pounds of eggs per year, according to the USDA.

What are the benefits of eating eggs every day? For starters, you can easily up your daily protein count. Packed with amino acids, antioxidants, and healthy fats, eggs also improve your overall health. Oh, and don't skip the yolk! Egg yolks contain the fat-fighting nutrient called choline, so opting for whole eggs can actually help you slim down.

Call us old fashioned, but we absolutely adore a good boiled egg. Take a look at our ultimate guide to boiling your egg to perfection.

Step 1: Place eggs in the bottom of a saucepan. Be sure not to crowd the eggs in the pan. They should fit comfortably.

Step 2: Fill the pan with cold water, 1 inch above the eggs.

Step 3: Bring the water to a rapid boil on the stovetop over high heat.

Step 4: Once the water comes to a boil, cover the pan with a lid and remove the pan from the heat. Do not lift the lid. Set a timer for the type of boiled egg you want (see below).

Step 5: Fill a large bowl with ice and water.

Step 6: When the eggs reach the desired cooking time, use tongs to remove the eggs from the hot water and immerse gently into the prepared ice water to cool, about 10 minutes.

Step 7: Gently tap the eggs against a hard surface and peel away the shell. Rinse the egg under cold water to remove any bits of shell and pat dry.

Here’s our minute-by-minute guide to get them just the way you want them!

4 minutes = runny yolk
5 minutes = yolk is almost set
6 minutes = soft boiled, jammy yolk
8 minutes = medium boiled
10 minutes = classic, hard boiled
11 minutes = slightly overcooked

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