Due credit
Last week’s review of Vert Kitchen praised chef Emily Welch’s sandwich skills. But Vert owner Noah Stephens deserves mention as the culinary visionary behind the place, and the chief cook. Know this: Whoever makes your lunch at Vert Kitchen, you’re in good hands. Vert Kitchen, 704 S. Pearl St., 303-997-5941
Happy Birthday, Queen Mum
When everyone’s favorite royal died in 2002 at the age of 101, the 20th century was officially over. The Queen Mother scored enduring admiration for staying in London with her husband King George VI during the Blitz of World War II, saying after Buckingham Palace was bombed by the Germans, “I’m glad we’ve been bombed. It makes me feel I can look the East End in the face.” Let’s remember her with a Claret Cup.
Claret Cup
From “Mr. Boston Official Bartenders Guide.” Serves 6.
Ingredients
4 teaspoons superfine sugar
6 ounces club soda
1 ounce triple sec
2 ounces brandy
16 ounces red wine
Mint for garnish
Directions
Fill large glass pitcher with ice. Stir in the ingredients, and garnish with fruits in season and a rind of cucumber inserted on each side of pitcher. Top with a small bunch of mint. Serve in red-wine glasses.
