While Mary’s gender played a pivotal role in the formation of her image—especially during her own lifetime, says Porter—arguably the most important factor in the “Bloody Mary” moniker ...

The Bloody Mary, a viscous, vegetable- and vodka-filled garnished cocktail, often serves as a refuge for those hoping to subdue the ringing remnants of the prior eve’s overindulgences.

Mary is a common name, but some of these women stand out more than others in folklore. Take Mary Worth, for example, said to have a disfigured face either from genetics or a bad accident, she ...

In European history and folklore, three is often the number of invocation and incantation. In records from the Scottish witch trials beginning in the 16th century, chants or repetitions of three ...

Make your own Bloody Mary mix and adjust the heat according to how spicy you like your drink. When it comes to the garnishes the possibilities are endless. Bacon, olives, celery and even shrimp ...

I come from a long line of Bloody Mary lovers. Proof: At my parents' house, we drink them before dinner. It doesn't matter what time it is, we're always ready to slurp some boozy, spicy tomato ...