Even if your Orlando apartment is much closer to citrus orchards than apple orchards, fall always conjures up thoughts of apple pie, apple crisp, and other delicious apple treats.  These days markets and grocery stores carry a wide selection of apples from Washington State or other apple growing regions.

To get you in the right frame of mind for apple season, here are a food and decorating tips.

Fill your apartment with the sweet smell of apples with apple scented candles or potpourri or create your own simmering pot using apples, all spice, cloves, cinnamon and oranges.

 Use colorful apples to create a centerpiece instead of flowers.  Fill a vase or basket with floral foam.  Stick a bbq skewer in the bottom of the apple and arrange it in the foam.  Use leaves and greenery to add a bit more color.

 Apple slices are delicious and nutritious.  Core and slice apples and dip them in warm caramel or chocolate sauce.

 Treat yourself to a sour green apple martini using fresh apples with this easy to follow recipe.

Ingredients

• Ice cubes
• 2 ounces vodka
• 1-1/2 ounces sour apple liqueur
• 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Garnish

• Green apple slice

Instructions

Fill a shaker three-fourths full with ice. Add the vodka, apple liqueur and lemon juice. Cover and shake for 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a fresh apple slice