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Bloody Mary, espresso martini, mimosas, and more: Breakfast cocktails everyone should know how to make
Not only are the morning hours (and morning food) perfectly suited to being paired with alcohol, but there are also myriad options available for all palates. We’re talking classics like the mimosa, bloody Mary, bellini, Irish coffee, and more. -
This is your chance to get a Blackstone griddle for under $180
Blackstone Missing warmer weather and looking for a way to prepare for the spring and summer seasons? It’s a great time to step up your griddle game for outdoor cooking season. If you’re ready to take your cooking to the next level while taking advantage of big savings, you don’t want to miss out on […] -
La Croix, Waterloo, Schweppes, and more: The best sparkling water on the market
Getting thirsty while reading? Try one of these best sparkling waters to stay hydrated this year and beyond. -
Wine 101: Everything you’ve wanted to know about Sangiovese
This delicious varietal has been part of Italian culture and has quite an interestingly colorful history attached to its name. -
These are the vitamin K foods I always keep in my kitchen
Here are some sources of food high in vitamin K that you should start eating, from parsley and pesto to kiwi fruit. -
12 tasty marinades to flavor up your beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and veggies
Satisfy the masses, or yourself, with these mouthwatering marinade recipes. -
Listen to the experts: Here’s how to make the perfect Paloma drink
Make this zesty, Mexican-born cocktail your go-to hot-weather drink. -
How to make limoncello: Everything you need to know about this Italian delicacy
Bright yellow and packed with lemon flavor, limoncello is an Italian favorite synonymous with sunshine. To learn how to make this liqueur from scratch, read on. -
Pistachios, mushrooms, eggs, and more: These foods high in melatonin may help you sleep better
These foods are high in melatonin and can help you sleep better. -
These are the foods high in calcium you should eat (and why it’s important for your bones and beyond)
Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body and is critical for forming the structural components of bones and teeth and so much more. Here are the top food sources. -
How to make a proper whiskey sour
We enjoy the whiskey sour because it has all the hallmarks of a good drink — spirit, sugar, sour — in proportions that have been dialed in over the last century. -
These are some of the best cookbooks of all time – one for every type of chef
We've compiled the best cookbooks of all time, from those published just last year to culinary classics. -
The best vodka mixers: Orange and cranberry juice are just the beginning
When it comes to vodka drinks, the Skyy is the limit. (See what we did there?) -
Our ultimate Bandon Dunes golf resort restaurant guide
These are all the need-to-know tidbits and insider tips about dining around all of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. -
The best absinthes for a green drink that will make you paint the town red
Whatever you’re looking for in an absinthe, these spirits are a great place to start expanding your knowledge (and palate)! -
Easy soup recipes: My Thai shrimp and coconut soup is incredibly delicious – and done in 20 minutes
Packed with nutrition and delicious Thai-inspired flavors, this simple soup tastes far more indulgent and difficult to make than it actually is. -
Don’t ruin your skincare routine by eating these 15 foods
Is your diet sabotaging your skin? Here's what you need to know about which foods might be ruining your skin. -
Wine 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about Sauvignon Blanc
This delicious varietal is one of the most uniquely delicious white wines in the world, and one that that has captured the attention of many in recent years. -
Ditch the bacon (sometimes): You should be using more guanciale in the kitchen – here’s how
Maybe, just maybe, it might be time for bacon to at least share the spotlight with a lesser-known but equally delicious cured pork delicacy – guanciale. -
I threw my cutting board away after reading this study, and so should you – here’s why
While plastic cutting boards are great for giving that celery a quick chop, a recent study indicates that a good deal of that cutting board plastic is actually ending up in our food. -
Rye whiskey 101: Everything you ever wanted to know
Since we are in the business of helping, we decided that the time was right to give you the equivalent of rye 101. -
10 apps to help you meal plan and stay on track with your diet in 2024
Food apps can help people with meal plans, which research shows can lead to healthier food choices. These are the best. -
If you’re not ready for Dry January, give these 3 low-calorie cocktails a shake (or stir)
You don’t have to completely give up alcohol to live a healthier lifestyle in 2024. -
I can’t get enough of these 8 high-proof bourbon bottles
If you’re looking to stock your home bar cart or liquor cabinet with a few high-proof bourbons this winter, we’ve got you covered. -
My clever hack makes any creamy soup recipe dairy-free (without sacrificing flavor)
There are actually several delicious ways for the vegan and dairy-intolerant individuals among us to achieve the same thick and creamy soup results with no dairy at all. -
The 8 best non-alcoholic beer options for Dry January
Non-alcoholic beers are a thing and athletes love them. Here's why. -
These are my favorite non-alcoholic drinks that will get you through Dry January
Dry January offers to reset and step away from alcohol for the month to re-examine your relationship with alcohol. -
You can now get Buffalo Trace and Chris Stapleton’s new whiskey, and it’s perfect for winter
Last fall, Buffalo Trace revealed that it would be partnering with the music icon to create a new whiskey called Traveller Whiskey. -
Treat your body: These are the best foods high in collagen
While you can take collagen supplements, collagen is also naturally present in certain foods, mainly of animal origin. Learn about the specific sources to enjoy. -
Our honest review of Souper Cubes, the Shark Tank product you need in your life
When Souper Cubes creators Jake and Michelle Sendowski went on the show in 2020, everyone – both in the tank and on their couches at home – instantly agreed that the product was a winner. -
Here’s how to make a margarita, according to top bartenders
A great margarita is not a given, it's a lesson in balance. Here's how you make the best one, according to two top bartenders. -
Dry farm wines: Organic, sugar-free wines you won’t feel guilty about
Dry warm wines have identified the major problems within today's wine industry and sought to create a wine that is both delicious and guilt-free. -
A seafood expert teaches us all about rare, gourmet shrimp
There are more types of delicious shrimp than tiger prawns or "medium" shrimp at your local supermarket. At Citarella NYC, owner Joe Gurrera is excited to introduce gourmet Madagascar organic shrimp and Gambero Rosso. -
Keep this cream of broccoli soup recipe handy for the winter months (it’ll quickly become a favorite)
While broccoli soup is one of our favorites, this method can be used to make a creamy soup out of most any vegetable you have in your crisper drawer. -
Low-sugar Starbucks drinks: Start your new year cutting sugar
Don't rush to cut out your weekly Starbucks run yet. There are different drink combos you can order at Starbucks, both hot and iced, that have little to no sugar. -
Wine 101: Everything you ever wanted to know about cabernet sauvignon
Love it or hate it, cabernet sauvignon is the world's most widely planted grape, and, arguably, the world's most popular wine. -
This unique Manhattan recipe is better than expected, and we have to give our tequila choice all the credit
Tequila specifically cranks this drink up to eleven. But an una-aged blanco or young reposado won't work. A mature tequila is key. -
Keto drinks: These low-carb cocktails are perfect for your New Year’s Eve party
Swapping sugary drinks for these low-carb alcoholic drinks is a smart move. With these options, you can hold the sugar and still enjoy a delicious, flavor-packed beverage to celebrate the new year -
5 easy drinks to order at a bar when it’s a really busy night
If the bar you're at is really busy, order one (or more!) of these 5 drinks – your bartender will secretly thank you -
Costco sells a $3,700 bottle of Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon, which usually has a 12-year waitlist
Screaming Eagle wine is on sale at Costco for steal at just $3,699.99, no waitlist necessary. Just your trusty Costco membership card. -
Chef Zac Young’s clever bourbon chocolate cake recipe is whimsical winter perfection on a plate
Zac Young is at it again with a gorgeously festive bourbon chocolate cake that he's created just for The Manual. -
How to prevent a hangover: 4 steps you should always take before heading to bed after a busy night of drinking
While it's not possible to prevent a hangover with 100% success, reducing the severity of your hangover symptoms before they occur is possible. -
Do these 4 things to make a busy bartender like you more
But, this year, just remember these four snippets of tact, and you will set yourself up for a good time with good service. A little bit of kindness goes a long way. The saying goes, "Don't bite the hand that feeds you," and that goes double for the hand that makes you something to drink. -
Our favorite vodka you can get under $25 is legitimately good (we promise)
Not only are there myriad flavorful, aromatic vodkas well suited for slow sipping, but you also don’t have to pay a proverbial arm and leg to get them. -
The 5 best Champagne options under $50 for your New Year’s celebration
So if it's true Champagne you desire the night the New Year begins, and you'd rather avoid running up the Amex bill to do it, all hope is not lost. -
Why there’s a bump in the bottom of wine bottles
Here are some of the stories that come up when people debate the existence of the wine bottle punt. -
Mojito, mule, and more: A festive mocktail recipe guide for New Year’s Eve
Fall and winter inspire great cocktails, but it's also a great time to explore mocktails. Mojitos, coquitos, mules, ad more – all right here. -
Chicken dinner ideas: These simple Dijon chicken puff pastries feel fancy and take minutes to prepare
This delicious recipe works for any meal. It's perfect for brunch, served alongside fresh fruit and scrambled eggs, or for dinner, plated with a beautifully simple salad. -
Cocktails in 2024: Drink pros say these trends will dominate
Chatting up a trio of drinks pros on the trends to look out for at the bar in 2024. -
The best sparkling wines, according to sommeliers
Looking at some of the best sparkling wines, according to industry pros.
