What new bourbon are we pumped about? Which hiking trail are we exploring? Why is the next supercar so cool? The Manual is dedicated to helping men live a more engaged life. Each week, our editors and guests get together for a round-table discussion about what’s new, exciting, and unique in the men’s lifestyle world. So pop open your favorite brew, step into your man cave, and start streaming.
For this week’s episode of Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Manual Podcast, the round-table — managing editor Nicole Raney and our wonderful host, Greg Nibler — chats with Ryan Skeen, executive chef at The Cannibal. There’s no human on this New York City restaurant’s menu, but there is a whole lot of meat. And when we say “whole,” we mean it. Skeen specializes in whole animal cooking, a culinary practice that encourages us to cook and eat as much of an animal as possible.
Originally from Portland (The Manual’s headquarters), Skeen was inspired to craft The Cannibal by his experience with butchering, sausage-making, and fine dining in San Francisco and NYC. The result is a very traditional form of cooking that is elevated in a modern, succulent setting.
But you’ll have to listen to the episode to hear Ryan’s breakdown of the Lord of the Flies experience at The Cannibal — his words, not ours. It’s a lot more decadent (and a lot less violent) than it sounds.
Ryan also shared a couple of cookbook suggestions for those who are interested in learning more about the whole animal cooking philosophy and discover new recipes: Pork & Sons and Auberge of the Flowering Hearth.
If you have a question for The Manual podcast folks, give us a shout at podcast@themanual.com — we’re always around! Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter and keep an eye out for podcast polls so you can join the discussion. And check out The Cannibal’s Instagram account for a peek at the menu.
These gifts for men are perfect for the hard-to-shop-for guys in your life
Put a smile on your friends' and loved ones' faces with these gift ideas
Gifts for men can confound even the best present buyers. Many men are impossible to shop for, either because they have picky tastes, or because it seems like they already have it all. On top of that, many men are reticent to ask for what they want. Whatever the case, you might find yourself at a loss when trying to choose that special something. Thankfully, we've got you covered with a guide full of gifts for hard-to-buy-for men.
We're not saying that the man you're shopping for will love all of these, but the gift ideas span a wide range of tastes, so you should be able to find something among these options. On to the gifts!
A great podcast can help you kick off your day just right as you commute to work. It can remind you about what's important in life, or give you a new perspective on a challenge that you're working through at home. That's why, for many people, motivational podcasts are a must-have in their regular podcast rotation.
These shows can cover everything from career advice to health and how to keep your house clean, but what makes them great is how often they leave the listener inspired and ready to better their own life.
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In a world where everybody with a microphone has their own podcast, there are certainly plenty of options to choose from, even when you're looking at a specific category. There are plenty of great board game podcasts, but even inside the narrow topic area of Dungeons & Dragons, there's a wide array of podcasts you can choose from. Those podcasts come in a range of styles and vary in length as well, but what may be even more important is whether you vibe with the personalities of the hosts.
There are plenty of intangible factors behind a good podcast, even beyond what looks good on paper. Some people like well-produced shows that are cleanly edited, while others are looking for something that's a little bit looser and feels more like a natural conversation. Thankfully, there's a podcast out there for you no matter what you like in a podcast and what you're looking for in a D&D podcast in particular. Below, we'll share with you our choices for the top D&D podcasts.
