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HomeMy WebLinkAboutClinton News-Record, 1976-06-24, Page 104I.OTS OF SEL SUN and.sarungr sun up life un the French airihhcan Island of Guadeloupe. The international blend of culture makes the island a perfect spot for newlywweds »ha ..ant a different kind of honeymoon. 31. T. Wed receptions with c ... settings for beau memories Fine imported Sauterne, r, a sweet and fragrant white wine front Bordeaux, is becoming -a staple of wed- ding punches (Much ki1�e imported champagne) be- cause of its elegant flavor and status quality. It mixes excellently with various fruits and allows you to cut down on the amount of expensive champagne that goes into your punch bowl. Price Selections Some Sauternes are too expensive to use in a punch; some are lesser wines and do not have the delicacy of a very good Sauterne. A good but rea- sonably priced French Sauterne — Chateau Voig ny. for example is what you want. In fact, try chilled Chateau Voigny all by itself for a surprise dessert one night, accom- panied by ripe pears and a creamy -type French cheese. A heavenly end to a dinner! If champagne and Sau- terne are not your guests' cup of punch, there are two stronger suggestions guaranteed to please the most -macho" of men in your party: a Mint Julep punch made with 101 - proof Kentucky Bourbon. and a Gin -Orange punch. ,Serving suggestions Use the traditional punch bowl, but it is also appropriate and conveni- ent to use large pitchers and carafes. Chill your mixture in the refrigerator and add the ice at the last minute to control dilution. Use punch cups, plastic old-fashioned glasses or even bjg wine glasses. BRIDE AND GROOM PUNCH Combine 1 cup sugar. 2 cups water, rind of 2 or- anges and 2 lemons cut in strips, and several sprigs of fresh mint or 1 tblsp. AN IMPORTED FRENCH SAUTERNE provides the base for Bride and Groom Punch along with a champagne. Mint Julep Punch (left) with 101•proof Bourbon offers a stronger drink; Orange Blossom Punch delights the so- phisticated. Pitchers and carafes often take the place of punch bowl. mint sauce in a saucepan. Stir until sugar is dissolv- ed, bring to boil, simmer 5 minutes, remove from heat, cool and strain. Combine this syrup with 2 24 -oz. bottles of Chateau Voigny (imported French Sauterne) , 2 6 -oz. cans frozen orange juice con- centrate, VI cup lemon juice. Refrigerate: when ready add ice, pour in 1 bottle champagne, garnish with orange slices. Serves 30. MINT JULEP PUNCH . Combine 1 t0 -oz. jar -.mint jelly and 2 cups water in .saucepan: stir over low heat to melt jelly. Cool. Add a fifth of Wild Turkey Bourbon, 6 cups unsweet- ened pineapple juice, 2 cups water, %6 cup Time juice. Chill. To serve pour over ice in punch bowl or pitchers, slowly add 2 26- oz. bottles` 'of Lemon -lime soda. Garnish with lime slices. Makes 22 cups. ORANGE BLOSSOM PUNCH Combine in .a pitcher juice of 12 oranges, 11 cup,, gin, juice of 2 limes, a. : cup Campari, 1 cup Grand Marnier, chill until very cold: Add ice cubes, stir, serve over ice in large wine glasses with a mint leaf float. Serves 6. For Weddings & Special Occasions-- FREE1111111 111111114 OF SARNIA FORMAI. RENTALS Special occasions require special attention. Your formal wear and the accessories to gowith should be right in every detail. Let Campbell's Men's Wear help you choose formal wear that is not only correct for the occasion. but right for you. And. most .important. tailored to fit like your very own. And remember, experience shows. Bob Campbell has been seiwing the formal wear needs of Clinton and A.. area men kir thirty years. FASHIONS FOR THE CONTEMPORARY WOMAN the clothes c 38 North St, GODERICH 574-8512 L