First off, Happy March - we are that much deeper into the winter (which hasn't been too bad if you're in the NYC area), we're about to "spring forward" in time and of course the summer is that much closer (ah flip flops and shorts - have we really been parted this long)? So with that in mind, the Kitten Lounge is launching it's month long theme - THINK CITRUS. For the entire month of March, we're carrying you through this season with thoughts of citrus. We will be infusing your homes, wardrobe and palate with all things that are citrus! So if you think you have something that fits within this taste or within the color scheme - you'll find it right here.

Now, on to raising a glass. This recipe, which was found on Cocktail Times, combines my three loves: citrus, lavender and of course martinis. This definitely something that is aromatic to the senses and is also a great way to learn a new drink that is perfect for gatherings at your home or an event that you will be attending.

Citrus Lavender Martini
Ingredients:
- 1 wedge fresh orange
- 2 fresh lavender leaves (or 5 - 6 pieces dried lavender)
- 1 1/2 oz Level vodka
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
- 1/2 oz Sweet & Sour mix
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 packet of sugar in the raw

Muddle orange wedge and lavender at the base of the shaker (or a mixer). Add vodka, Cointreau and sweet and sour mix over ice in the shaker. Shake well and strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass. (Optional: Rim martini glass with honey and dip rim in sugar)

It's the year of the rat and Chinese New Year is well under way! In light of that, I began visiting sites that have great beverages that will put you in the mood. One of my favorite places to go to see interesting drinks is Cocktail Times which is a such a great resource. I found a drink that includes Tofu, Tamari (this is an interesting sauce that has soy in it which is definitely something that is new to me) and Shochu which is a distilled liquid from Japan that has properties that are more like Vodka as opposed to Sake. For more recipes, make sure you visit Cocktail Times which is perfect for your next function!

Tamari Tofutini

Ingredients:
- 3 oz Shochu
- A few drops of San-J Tamari
- 2 cubes of Tamari marinated tofu

Fill a martini shaker about 3/4 full of ice; pour shochu and a few drops of Tamari into shaker and shake. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass and add toothpick with 2 cubes of tofu soaked in San-J Tamari for extra taste.

As you'll notice, the dust is beginning to clear on the site and you'll see that we're moving and grooving in the right direction. You'll be able to find what you're looking for much easier since each day is geared towards certain topics. Going forward you can look forward to each day - knowing what you can expect.

That being said, I want to share one of my favorite drinks - Pink 'The World's Perfect Party Spirit'. I love that Pink is infused Vodka (with caffine and guarana) AND that it the bottle is such a great color that lends itself to decadent nights out and cozy evening in as well. I love that Pink is a great drink that mixes well with many mixers that are typical of Vodka Beverages. My favorite drink when having vodka is Cranberry Juice and Vodka - pink's caffinated infusion guarantees that I will be out and about for quite some time as the evening turns into early morning. make sure that you look at all of the spirits that they continue to create.