Image used with permission by copyright holderHere’s a dare for the serious grilling aficionado: next time you make that go-to marinade, squeeze in some honey. Trust us, it isn’t just for drizzling on your breakfast oatmeal. The versatile sweetener is Georgia-based Savannah Bee Company‘s specialty. The company’s robust Grill Honey adds a smoky-sweet flavor to marinades and helps caramelize the meats sizzling on the grill. Claim a 12 oz. bottle ($12) or the Everyday honey Sample Set ($16.25), featuring a trio of honeys, at various retailers or online.
When it comes to seafood, Americans can't seem to get enough salmon. We love this beautiful fish for its heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, its culinary versatility, its gorgeous flavor, and its stunning hue. Salmon is a regular weekly staple in many homes, and for good reason. This multitalented little beauty shines in just about any preparation, be it baked, broiled, steamed, poached, seared, or grilled. So, if you've only ever explored just one or two of these delicious methods for cooking salmon, it's time to up your game and try out a new preparation. You may just find a new favorite.
Shopping for salmon
When shopping for salmon, there are a few basic guidelines to keep in mind that will help to ensure you end up with the freshest, most flavorful filet possible.
How a Michelin-starred sushi chef crafts omakase to go
For $60 a box, Jōji Box in New York is making high-quality sushi for takeout.
The omakase box at Jōji Box. Hunter Lu / The Manual
If you're a fan of high-level omakase sushi and Japanese cuisine but looking for that experience in the comfort of home, Jōji Box in New York City might be the answer you've been looking for. The grab-and-go (or delivery) operation of one Michelin Star Jōji, Jōji Box is all about high-quality sushi delivery at a reasonable price. Located in Midtown's One Vanderbilt building and the iconic Grand Central Terminal, Jōji Box (conveniently situated next to Jōji itself) is a sushi experience worth investigating.
We spoke with George Ruan, one of the three partners and chefs at Joji and Joji Box, to learn about the operation and what it takes to make Michelin-star quality sushi to go.
How Michelin-starred sushi is made for takeout
The ingredients at Jōji. Jōji
9 delicious drink recipes for Cinco de Mayo (that aren’t all margaritas)
Want something besides a margarita this May 5? Whip up one of these essential drinks
Cinco de Mayo has become a global celebration. From Mexico City to Montreal, people embrace the holiday with festive Cinco de Mayo drinks in hand. And to do it right, you'll need the appropriate cocktail.
While most Cinco de Mayo cocktails hover around tequila and other agave spirits, it doesn't mean you have to be sipping the usual suspects like margaritas and Palomas. No, holidays require creativity and flair, and these nine drinks offer that and more. And if tequila is not your thing, try something new, like Sotol. It's an age-old Mexican spirit that locals love and is just becoming popular north of the border.
