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Hi! Iโ€™m Laura Butler!

“Food and drinks are more than just fuel theyโ€™re comfort, joy, and connection. They bring people together, spark memories, and turn simple moments into something special.”

Nature’s goodness, straight from the farm

3-Ingredient Cocktails
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osmopolitan cocktail variations on marble bar
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Cocktails by Season
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Weight-Loss recipes
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While hearty meals were my first love, I soon discovered the fun and artistry behind making drinks from fruity mocktails and energizing smoothies to cozy seasonal sips. It became a delightful way to experiment with flavors, celebrate seasons, and add sparkle to everyday life. Whether itโ€™s a cooling summer lemonade or a creamy spiced latte, sharing drink recipes has become one of my favorite parts of Cook Delights.

Now in my late 30s and still cooking in my New Jersey home, my kitchen has become a space for memories filled with laughter, spilled flour, and the clinking of glasses. I focus on recipes that are realistic and rewarding, blending flavor with ease โ€” including refreshing drinks and feel-good meals that suit real-life rhythms.