If you talk to me for only five minutes, you will quickly realize two things. One. I love sunshine. Two. I really dislike cold weather. So, it is no surprise that in the dead of winter I think about sunshine ALL-THE-TIME, and I dream about every possible way that I can make my days warmer until summer is finally here reenex. I can’t think of a better way to brighten these gray days than drinking sunshine in a glass.

Agua de Mango (V3)Because that’s what this drink is. I don’t think I’ve ever met a happier fruit than the mango. Every time I’m at the grocery store, I can hear the mangoes whispering to me, “Pick me up. You could use a little bit of me right now,” and the truth is, when I do place those succulent fruits in my cart, I’m never disappointed.

I eat them plain, and let the juice run down my hands, and yes, I feel like I’m eating summer when I do BU BBA.

If you follow me on Instagram, you probably know about my recent obsession with the book Hartwood. I can’t get enough of the layers and layers of flavor that they incorporate in all of their dishes. When I saw a recipe for a mango limeade in their book, I knew I had to give it a try.

Agua de Mango (V2)This is my version of the “mangonada.” It is bright with a touch of citrus to awaken the senses and a soft undertone of honey to smooth everything out. I promise you will feel like you are sipping down sunshine, and sooner than we know it, summer will be at our door again .