Originating in Venice and a favorite of Ernest Hemingway, Sinclair Lewis, and Orson Welles, this Italian cocktail is wonderfully refreshing. A perfect entry into spring.

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY LINDA STERCKEL
Serves 8
• 3 cups of frozen peach slices
• 1 cup of mango nectar
• 1 bottle of Prosecco, or substitute
sparkling juice for a non-alcoholic version
Combine the peach slices and mango nectar in a blender until smooth. Pour the mixture into a champagne glass until half full. Add the Prosecco and stir. Serve immediately. Garnish with a slice of peach.
Salute!