Happy Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day Cocktail

Love Potion Cocktail

Ingredients (1 serving):

1.5 oz vodka (or gin for a floral twist)

1 oz cranberry juice (for that rosy -pink hue)

0.5 oz fresh lemon juice

0.5 oz simple syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)

Splash of sparkling rosé or soda water

Optional: fresh raspberries or edible rose petals for garnish

HOW TO MAKE:

Fill a shaker with ice.

Add vodka, cranberry juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.

Shake until chilled.

Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass.

Top with a splash of sparkling rosé or soda water.

Garnish with raspberries or a rose petal on top.

Vibe: Romantic, pink, and effervescent.

Perfect for Valentine’s or a cozy night in!

Mocktail Option

Ingredients: 3 oz sparkling water or sparkling pink lemonade

2 oz cranberry or pomegranate juice

0.5 oz fresh lemon or lime juice

0.5 oz simple syrup (optional)

Ice

Garnish: raspberries, strawberry slices, or an edible rose petal

HOW TO MAKE: Fill a glass with ice. Add cranberry/pomegranate juice and lemon juice. Stir in syrup if you want it sweeter. Top with sparkling water or pink lemonade. Garnish with berries or a rose petal and enjoy!

Kala Dunn | Realtor

A Raleigh native and true Triangle insider, I bring seven years of exclusive new construction experience to the table. I have guided buyers through communities, contracts, and design selections with clarity and confidence, interpreting builder processes and contracts into proactive guidance that protects your interests and maximizes opportunity. I understand what adds value, what to avoid, and how to position you to make confident, well-informed decisions. Today, I combine my builder-side expertise with a full market perspective to give my clients an advantage at every stage, from lot selection to closing day. Because I understand how builders operate behind the scenes, I can anticipate challenges before they arise and uncover opportunities others might overlook. The result is a building experience that feels seamless, intentional, and genuinely exciting. Outside of real estate, I have a deep love for design and the details that turn houses into homes. In my free time, you can find me working on a DIY project, discovering a new restaurant, enjoying a brown sugar iced latte, attending concerts, or planning my next trip. Whether you are relocating, building new, or purchasing your first home, I am here to guide you every step of the way with experience, insight, and intention.