It's the beginning of Autumn - Let it go and start new!

The month of September marks the beginning of Autumn and the last days of summer on this beautiful island we call home. The streets become less busy, and Coronado settles in for the rest of the year.

September has long been known as the month of transition where we let things go and have a fresh start. The weather is cooler, the sun brighter, and the colorful leaves begin to fall. Let’s not forget that our favorite coffee shops begin the push of pumpkin drinks, and the stores sell out of candles smelling of apple orchards and cinnamon.

While I am not sure about any of those flavors or scents taking over my caffeine habit or love of candles, it’s a true phenomenon every fall.

So, when you celebrate National Coffee Day on September 29th, be the first in line for the pumpkin spiced latte!

Celebrate Labor Day on September 1st and honor and hug your Grandparents on September 7th. And never forget September 11th. It’s a day that will always be remembered with sadness for those we lost, but with gratitude and American strength for those who ran to the danger just to save others. There will never be enough appreciation given to our first responders. Thanks for all you are and what you do.

Last Fall I was fortunate enough to travel to Italy. While I was surrounded by great coffee (minus the pumpkin), better still was the incredible Limoncello. It is an Italian liqueur that originated on the Amalfi Coast and is made and sold by locals on every corner.

There is something special about sitting near the water and enjoying this refreshing drink. The color and fragrance allow for a relaxing and memorable experience that stays with you.

Now it is time to sit back and watch the September harvest moon (the fullest moon of the year), choose the prettiest wine glass and pour a Limoncello Spritz. A toast to what’s to come and to the special people in our lives.

MIXOLOGY

Fill a wine glass with ice cubes

Add Sparkling Wine

Add Limoncello

Stir ingredients

Garnish with Lemon slice on top

INGREDIENTS

4 ounces Sparkling Wine

2 ounces Limoncello

Lemon slice (for garnish)