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The Vesper In honor of the new James Bond thriller arriving this fall, Quantum of Solace, , I think it appropriate to honor James Bond's drink creation in Casino Royale. Who spans not only a decade, but several decades better than Bond? From the book, Bond orders from the waiter during a high stakes poker match: "A dry martini," he said. "One. In a deep champagne goblet." "Oui, monsieur." "Just a moment. Three measures of Gordon's, one of vodka, half a measure of Kina Lillet. Shake it very well until it's ice-cold, then add a large thin slice of lemon-peel. Got it?" He calls this a Vesper, after the beautiful double agent, Vesper. The Vesper Martini 3 oz Gin 1 oz Vodka 0.5 oz Lillet Blanc (from the book: Kina Lillet is a brand of vermouth). Shake with ice and strain into a wine glass. Garnish with a lemon twist. Cheers, Mr. Bond.

Thanks for all the good feedback.... I've got a few sandwiches to try. Susan... i'm jealous.

This topic seems simple enough that a forum shouldn't need to be created, but I need your help. I live in NoVA, and have for the past 7 years. In that time, I have yet to find an authentic Cuban sandwich like I used to get down in Florida... you know, with the crusty Cuban bread, juicy roast pork, swiss cheese, and perfectly sliced/placed pickle - cooked golden brown on a press grill. Sure Panera has something they call a Cuban, so does Atlanta Bread Co, but they (as chains typically do), try to out-do the original and thereby ruin it. Any suggestions????