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Mixing warm coffee with tequila and coffee liqueur makes for a perfect ‘apres ski.’

This is a delicious, mouth watering, scrumptious, vegetarian Malaysian recipe.

This is a great treat for all you chocolate lovers out there.

A moist yellow cake that has the flavor of whiskey for a distinctly grown-up treat.

This recipe has been in my family for over 50 years. As a child, I couldn’t wait to go to my sister’s house to bake these. We would bake all one day and decorate them all day the next. Fond memories. Cut down on the salt if using margarine.

That patch of green tomatoes can yield a dozen pints of sweet and tangy green tomato relish with this old time recipe.

This is a chocolate ‘crazy’ cake with a nice chocolate-marshmallow frosting. The cake is mixed in the pan that it is baked in, and contains no eggs or dairy.

A moist and easy chocolate date cake, topped with chocolate chips and walnuts.

This gingerbread differs from our own North American one although both have European origins.

It’s easy to make a smoky, flavorful rub for grilled meats that features ground chipotle pepper for a hint of heat..

This cake is great for any occasion even birthdays and special occasions. This is one of my mother’s favorite special occasion cakes.

Apples simmered with sugar and cinnamon.. makes a great sundae topping over vanilla ice cream, or as a pancake topping! Adjust cinnamon and sugar to taste.

Called ‘Cake of Leaves,’ this cake has 10 cookie layers sprinkled with brandy, then separated by walnuts and caramel. The caramel filling is made by boiling unopened cans of sweetened condensed milk until thickened.

Fresh fruit waters, or Aguas de Frutas, made with crushed or blended fruit are a common and popular drink all over Mexico. This recipe is extremely flavorful and refreshing, especially when fresh strawberries are in season.

Powdered green tea is used in this delicate cake you make in a bamboo steamer. Black sesame seeds can be found in most Asian grocery stores.

A classic drink. Stir, most Manhattan drinkers like it that way. Shake it only when asked to do so. May be served up or on the rocks.

Apples and raisins are arranged over the top of a buttery cake before baking to make a beautiful and sweet dessert.

Red-tinted chocolate cake is covered with contrasting fluffy frosting for a stunning presentation.

This simple jam is sure to be a family favorite for peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, or by itself on toast.

White cake soaked in sweet creamy coconut milk and smothered in whipped topping and flaked coconut. A real treat for those with a sweet tooth.

Ri Ra Irish Pub in Bethesda is switching their Guinness to Gonzo for their first Flying Dog beer dinner Thursday, January 27.

Here’s a look at the night’s menu:

Garlic Mussels

• Fresh blue mussels, white wine, whiskey garlic butter and toasted baguette
• Paired with our Tire Bite Golden Ale

Bistro Salad

• Goat cheese, diced apple, red grapes, toasted walnuts and champagne vinaigrette
• Paired with our Doggie Style Classic Pale Ale

Cajun Ribeye

• 12 oz. ribeye steak seasoned Cajun style with mashed potatoes and sauteed spinach
• Paired with our Raging Bitch Belgian-Style IPA

Guinness Sundae

• Black and tan brownie topped with vanilla ice cream, toasted walnuts and whipped cream
• Paired with our Gonzo Imperial Porter

Dinner is $50 with 20 percent of the profits benefitting Bethesda Cares. Seating will begin at 6:30 pm and dinner will begin at 7 pm.

To make reservations, email Simon at simonhewson@rira.com. Dinner will be limited to 50 people on a first come, first serve basis.

Lemonade left untouched because it isn’t quite right can be blended with fruit punch and water to get that drinkable blend.

This marinade is delicious - even my daughter (who hates lamb) loves this dish! Use on cutlets chops or BBQ whole lamb fillets then slice and add to salad. YUM!

This is chilled soup is made by pureeing canned black beans with strained salsa, cherry tomatoes and cumin.

Very simple to make, and the meat can be simmered right in the sauce for maximum flavor. A super southern style sauce perfect for either pork or beef ribs.