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Smashed Pear Bourbon Cocktail

Ripe roasted pear and smoky honey whiskey pair beautifully in this flavorful bourbon cocktail recipe!

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Paula Naumcheff Eat Splendid founder

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I’m Paula Naumcheff, a chef, culinary instructor, and food writer behind Eat Splendid, where I share inspired recipes and culinary culture for seasoned cooks and curious beginners alike.

My journey started in my Macedonian-American family’s kitchen, surrounded by generations of restaurateurs—my grandfather ran restaurants in Michigan and Florida, my father owned a beloved Detroit spot, and my mother was an exceptional scratch baker—all of which inspired me to open a restaurant of my own. Today, I carry that legacy forward through Eat Splendid, where I encourage others to embrace the enticing world of food with heart and creativity.

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