John Frank Realtor RE/MAX Performance

10/09/2026

THE VIN DE CITRON - BRIGHT, CITRUSY, AND PERFECTLY REFRESHING 🍋🥂 Because sometimes the best cocktails are the ones you make ahead of time.

INGREDIENTS:
• 750 ml light, fruity white w**e (Sauvignon Blanc)
• 180 ml vodka or eau-de-vie
• Peels of 2 lemons
• 125 ml granulated sugar
• ½ vanilla bean

INSTRUCTIONS:�Combine the white w**e, vodka or eau-de-vie, lemon peels, sugar, and vanilla bean in a large container. Shake well to help dissolve the sugar into the mixture. Store in the fridge for 4 days to allow the flavours to fully integrate. Serve chilled over ice.

Bright lemon, crisp white w**e, subtle vanilla, and a smooth spirit come together in this refreshing make-ahead cocktail. Light, citrusy, and perfect for sipping over ice. 🍋 Enjoy responsibly.

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10/08/2026

SEPTEMBER WAS ABOUT MAKING MOVES WITH PURPOSE. I’m incredibly grateful for every client, family and connection who trusted me to help navigate an important decision this month. From preparing for a sale to finding the right home, every journey looked a little different, but the goal stayed the same: honest advice, thoughtful strategy and making the process feel as straightforward as possible.

As we move into a new season, I’m proud to be recognized among the Top 25 performing agents and even more grateful for the people behind that recognition. If buying, selling, or simply understanding what the Winnipeg real estate market looks like for you is on your radar, let’s start with a conversation.

10/02/2026

THE PUMPKIN PIE MARTINI - CREAMY, COZY, AND FALL IN A GLASS 🎃🍁 Because pumpkin season deserves a cocktail of its own.

INGREDIENTS:
• 1½ oz pumpkin purée
• 3–4 oz vodka
• 1½ oz cream
• ¾ tsp pumpkin spice
• 1 oz maple syrup

INSTRUCTIONS:
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake the cajankers out of it. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a spritz of canned whipped cream and/or a cinnamon stick.

Creamy pumpkin, warm spice, rich maple, and smooth vodka come together in a cocktail that tastes like your favourite fall dessert. Cozy, indulgent, and seriously delicious. Enjoy responsibly.

09/25/2026

THE BANANA DAIQUIRI - CREAMY, TROPICAL, AND BLENDED TO PERFECTION 🍌🍹 Because sometimes a classic daiquiri deserves a little tropical upgrade.

INGREDIENTS:
• 1 banana
• 1 oz banana liqueur
• 1 oz white rum
• 1 oz Jamaican rum
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• 1½ cups ice

INSTRUCTIONS:�Add the banana, banana liqueur, white rum, Jamaican rum, simple syrup, lime juice, and ice to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, then pour into your favourite glass.

Rich banana flavour, bright lime, and a blend of white and Jamaican rum make this a seriously tropical take on the classic daiquiri. Smooth, refreshing, and dangerously easy to enjoy. Enjoy responsibly.

09/23/2026

FORGOTTEN HOME FEATURES (PART TEN) that quietly made everyday life a little more organized. 👀 Today we’re looking at a behind-the-scenes feature that gave homes a dedicated space for storage, prep, and entertaining…

BUTLER PANTRIES = tucked-away service spaces positioned between the kitchen and dining room, designed for storing dishes, glassware, serving pieces, and pantry essentials. They also gave homeowners a dedicated place to prep and organize before meals - keeping the main kitchen and dining areas looking clean and uncluttered.

Sometimes the best home features weren’t flashy - they were simply thoughtful, functional, and built around how people actually lived. SAVE THIS if you appreciate the clever little details that made homes work better. 😉

09/18/2026

THE INDUSTRY SOUR - HERBAL, BITTER, AND BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED 🌿🍋 Because sometimes the most intriguing cocktails are the ones that break the rules.

INGREDIENTS:
• 1 oz Fernet Branca
• 1 oz Green Chartreuse
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz simple syrup

INSTRUCTIONS:�Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a chilled martini glass and serve up.

Bold herbal complexity from Fernet Branca and Green Chartreuse meets bright lime and just enough sweetness to bring everything into balance. Intense, refreshing, and definitely not your everyday sour. Enjoy responsibly.

09/16/2026

FORGOTTEN HOME FEATURES (PART NINE) that quietly made everyday life a little more organized. 👀 Today we’re looking at a classic entryway feature that brought function and character together…

HALL TREES = freestanding or built-in entryway pieces designed to keep coats, hats, shoes, and everyday essentials organized in one dedicated spot. With hooks up top, storage below, and often a bench for sitting, they made coming and going a whole lot easier.

Sometimes the best home features weren’t flashy - they were simply practical, purposeful, and built around everyday life. SAVE THIS if you appreciate the clever little details that made homes work better. 😉

09/11/2026

THE FIG & GIN - BRIGHT, JAMMY, AND BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED 🍸🫐 Because sometimes the best cocktails start with a little something unexpected.

INGREDIENTS:
• 2 oz gin
• 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ½ oz simple syrup
• 2 heaping bar spoons fig preserves

INSTRUCTIONS:�Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice and shake until well combined and frosty, about 10 seconds. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.

Bright lemon and botanical gin meet rich, jammy fig for a cocktail that's smooth, subtly sweet, and full of seasonal character. Simple, sophisticated, and just a little figgy. Enjoy responsibly.

09/11/2026

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09/09/2026

FORGOTTEN HOME FEATURES (PART EIGHT) that quietly made everyday life a little easier. 👀 Today we’re looking at a simple feature that gave household cleaning its own dedicated space…

BROOM CLOSETS = narrow, built-in storage spaces designed specifically for brooms, mops, dustpans, and other cleaning essentials. Tucked away and often surprisingly compact, they kept awkward cleaning tools organized without taking up valuable space elsewhere in the home.

Sometimes the best home features weren’t flashy - they were simply practical. SAVE THIS if you appreciate the clever little details that made homes work better. 😉