Witches commonly dwell in remote, desolate places, surrounded by an air of mystery and danger. These locations are often depicted as dark forests, deep caves, or dilapidated huts hidden away from civilization. **By choosing such settings, fairy tale authors emphasize the otherworldly nature of witches** and create a sense of foreboding for the reader. The remote dwellings help to establish an atmosphere of isolation and seclusion, which reflects the witch's role as an outcast from society. **Additionally, these settings allow witches to maintain secrecy and privacy**, enabling them to practice their dark arts away from prying eyes. In many folktales, the presence of witches in lonely and eerie places serves as a warning to those who dare to wander too far from the safety of familiar territory.

Bloody Mary

Recent Examples on the Web The green garlic puts a new spin on a vinaigrette and a splash of the celery blooms in a Bloody Mary and could do more for fish and chips than the usual malt (which Häxan also makes). — Florence Fabricant, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2024 Stir in the Bloody Mary mix and heat on medium-high, stirring and scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 8 Jan. 2024 Milwaukee-area bartenders face off to showcase their signature Bloody Mary recipes, according to the contest's Eventbrite page. — Hannah Kirby, Journal Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2024 The History of the Bloody Mary The inventor of the Bloody Mary is widely believed to be bartender Fernand Petiot, a bartender at the iconic Harry’s Bar in Paris, who in 1921 published a Bloody Mary recipe in Harry’s ABC of Cocktails. — Emily Nabors Hall, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023 This year Nena added a Bloody Mary and a half dozen oysters to her collection, and she's been on the lookout for the felt Ghost of Christmas Future. — Louryn Strampe, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2023 This franchise knows better than anyone that kids like to scare themselves silly: The story of Slappy the Dummy can have the same effect at a kids’ slumber party as Bloody Mary. — Vulture, 17 Oct. 2023 Why not top off the boozy beverage with a pod of pickled okra, Bloody Mary Poached Shrimp or even a Fried Chicken Slider with Pimiento Cheese? — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2023 To cap the weekend, Sunday morning included a farewell brunch with a Bloody Mary bar. — Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2023 See More

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Bloody Mary

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The Bloody Mary is one of the world’s best-known cocktails, prized for its ability to jumpstart even the groggiest of mornings. Its origins aren’t exactly clear, but one likely backstory points to the mid-1930s and Fernand “Pete” Petiot, a bartender at King Cole Bar at the St. Regis hotel in New York City. Other sources credit American actor George Jessel, who was said to have favored the combination of vodka and tomato juice as customer of New York City’s 21 Club, though Petiot disputed Jessel's contributions to the creation of drink.

Whatever its true origins, the Bloody Mary has persisted as one of the most popular drinks ever created, and a pioneer of savory cocktails. However, due to its complex and freewheeling nature, recipes vary widely, and pinning down exactly what makes for a perfect Bloody Mary is a source of endless debate.

In many folktales, the presence of witches in lonely and eerie places serves as a warning to those who dare to wander too far from the safety of familiar territory. **Thus, the choice of dwelling for witches in fairy tales not only shapes the narrative but also contributes to the overall message of the story**..

What's In a Bloody Mary

The original Bloody Mary is believed to have contained seven ingredients: vodka, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, celery salt, Tabasco and lemon juice. But like many classic drinks, it has inspired several variations. Popular versions include the Bloody Maria (made with tequila), the Red Snapper (spiked with gin) and the Caesar, a Canadian creation that features Clamato juice. Throw in the recipes concocted by bars, bartenders and enthusiasts, and the tomato-based cocktail sports countless twists—from heavy on the hot sauce to a splash of Guinness on top.

More recently, the Bloody Mary has inspired a garnish-based arms race, as restaurants and bars top their drinks with more insane garnishes, including bacon, shrimp skewers, lobster tails and mini cheeseburgers, turning the Bloody Mary into its own brunch. When in doubt, it’s best to start with the classic recipe and work toward the way you like it, whether that is pared down, topped with a pepperoni pizza or featuring your favorite bottled mix.

Despite the endless variations and regardless of how you choose to make it, the Bloody Mary’s staying power is not debatable. It’s a liquor-soaked nutritional breakfast and hangover cure all in one red package, and it’s one of the few cocktails that is socially acceptable to drink first thing in the morning. What else could you ask for?

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