Instructions: In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle the halved figs and simple syrup. Add rum and lime juice and shake vigorously with ice to chill. Adjust the amount of syrup to taste. Strain ...

A splash of orange blossom simple syrup gives ripe summer figs a sultry perfume in this elegant dessert. For the Syrup: In a saucepan, combine the sugar and orange blossom water and stir over ...

“You could say that picarones are like a sweet potato-and-squash doughnut, but that doesn’t pay enough respect,” says Hender Gonzales. “Doughnuts are, what ...

This recipe for Preserved Figs by Bernadette Provost (aka Maw Maw B) showcases ripe figs simmered in a thick, sweet syrup. They’re perfect for serving with cheese. A lot of what sugarcane farmer June ...

Maple Fig Old-Fashioned made with fresh figs, maple syrup, bourbon and orange juice. (Photo by Noah Simon, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) Got fresh figs? This smooth as silk drink goes down easy. The ...

Though fresh figs are so utterly compelling raw, there are times you want to dress them up a little. Generally speaking, the less you do the better. One of the best things to do with figs is to pair ...

4 small or 2 large ripe figs, stems removed, cut in half Instructions: In the bottom of a mixing glass, muddle the halved figs and simple syrup. Add rum and lime juice and shake vigorously with ice to ...