Ditch the Supermarket & Forage Your Next Meal
In a Year of Practiculture from author Rohan Anderson, he teaches us how he lives off the land around him - and we could all learn a thing or two.
Feasting: New York City Wine & Food Festival 2015
It's almost time for the New York City Wine & Food Festival, so we interviewed the fests's founder & outlined our favorite events this year.
Now that the Weather is Warm, 5 Chefs Share their Favorite Grilling Tips & Recipes
We asked chefs from all over the country for their best grilling tips and recipes to get a perfect char and delicious meal every time.
4 Forgotten Fruits and Veggies You Should Add to Your Diet
We chatted with two heritage seed growers about lesser-known produce that's easy to grow and harvest in your own garden.
Levi’s Commuter Series Will Improve Your Cycling Experience
Levi's Commuter Series combines form and function to create a stylish collection for cyclists, enhanced with performance details.
Welcome Fall With Shiny New Cufflinks
Looking for the perfect pair of fall cufflinks? Our handy little guide features pairs for all different price ranges and taste levels - check it out.
Stylish Summer Sunglasses That Don’t Cost an Entire Paycheck
Tired of leaving your $300 sunglasses in someone else's car? These eight pairs of sunglasses look great and cost less than $100 a pop.
5 Bold Scarves to Rock this Winter
You shouldn't have to compromise style because it's cold outside, so we found the best, boldest mens winter scarves 2013 to kick the season off right.
Gear Up for the World Cup
Gooooaaaallll! We're gearing up for World Cup 2014 in sneakers, tees and more to show love for the game and our home team.
These are the Gifts Your Girl Actually Wants
We put together the ultimate gift guide for your girl so you don’t have to guess what she’ll love to unwrap this year.
Dog Days: How to Dress for the Hottest Months of Summer
It's almost August & temperatures aren't going to drop anytime soon. Stick with these summer wardrobe staples & keep cool during the season's hottest month.
Do As The Italians Do: Wear Navy Blazers
Looking for the perfect summer staple? We're on top of the style at Pitti Uomo, and Navy blazers are at the top of our list. Here are six of our favorites.
Spring’s Best Leather Accessories
Want to update your spring wardrobe without breaking the bank? Check out the best leather accessories for the season and refresh your look for little money.
The Best Baseball Jackets for Fall
If you're looking for a baseball jacket but don't know where to shop, check out our favorites right here.
How to Rock Fall’s Sweatpants Trend
Wondering how to rock fall's most comfortable trend? We have 4 great pairs of sweatpants and how to wear them right here.
Mad For Madras: 5 Pieces to Get You in the Mood
We're mad for madras, and you will be too after checking out our 5 favorite pieces. Whether dressed up or down, everyone can rock this preppy-cool look.
Spend Fall in the Forest
As a follow-up to the camo trend, forest green was seen all over the fall 2014 men's shows. Check out our favorite ways to rock the color here.
The Manual’s Gift Guide for Women
If you're wondering what to buy that special lady in your life, we have the only gift guide for women you'll ever need right here.
The DOs & DON’Ts of Mixing Prints
We love mixing prints here at The Manual, but there is a right and wrong way to do so. Check out our DOs and DON'Ts of wearing print on print right here.
The Coach + Billy Reid Collection is Here
Have you seen the Coach + Billy Reid collection, launching in stores today? The line of dapper leather accessories has something for every man.
Color Blocking with Baracuta Blue Label
If you're looking for the perfect spring jacket, Baracuta Blue Label's color block take on their classic G9 is the practical and stylish piece you want.
Fashion Fatigues: Shop the Camo Trend
Camo was a huge trend in 2013 and shows no signs of slowing this year. Check out our picks for the best camo clothing and accessories to buy right now.
4 Winter Suits that Don’t Feel Heavy
Some winter suits can be way too heavy for anyone's own good. That's why we found four lightweight versions that both look and feel great.
The Waldorf Astoria Driving Experiences
It's no secret we love fast cars here at The Manual. So when Waldorf Astoria asked us to fly out to their La Quinta resort in Palm Springs, CA to participate in one of six Ultimate Driving Experiences taking place across the United States this fall, we quickly packed our bags.
The Top 5 Charities We’re Donating to This Year
Looking to donate in someone's name as a holiday gift? Here are the best charities 2013 we want to support this year.
Wander through Japan’s Historic Capital with our Travel Guide to Kyoto
If you're visiting Japan, consult this Kyoto travel guide for all the best places to eat, drink, sightsee and sleep in the ancient city.
Fennel Will Be Your New Favorite Cocktail Ingredient
If you're not using fennel in your cocktails, now is the time to start. These five drink recipes prove the herbal ingredient isn't just for bright salads and rich sausage.
Hilton Odawara is Japanese Hotel Luxury at its Finest
If you want a truly luxurious onsen, or hot spring experience when you're in Japan, visit Hilton Odawara Resort & Spa for luxuriating at its finest.
The Valentine’s Day Lingerie Gift Guide
Forget about chocolate and flowers. We rounded up the best Valentine's Day lingerie brands so you'll look like a pro come February 14.
Barrow’s Intense is Opening a Craft Spirits Tasting Room in New York City
Barrow's Intense Ginger Liqueur is opening Industry City tasting room, which will feature more than 150 made-in-New-York craft spirits
How to Cook Côte de Boeuf Steak at Home Perfectly
Chef Jordan Terry from NYC's Dirty French restaurant shows us how to cook the perfect côte de boeuf steak at home. This steak can impress anyone who tastes it.
7 Expert Karaoke Tips to Make You a Superstar
Whether you’ve sung a few times or are completely new to the game, heed this advice to become a karaoke pro in no time.
Elevate Your Japanese Cuisine By Learning How to Make Homemade Furikake
If you've ever wondered what furikake is, we chat about the history of this Japanese seasoning and how to make it at home.
Nose-to-Tail: 3 Offal Recipes From Chefs Who Do It Right
Whether you want to sauté a liver steak or learn to make veal kidneys like the French, these recipes from some of our favorite chefs will help you on your offal journey.
The Origins of the Sushi Burrito: Q&A with the Inventor
We sat down with Peter Yen, the founder of Sushirrito and inventor of the sushi burrito, to talk about the inspiration behind his tasty creation.
We Ate a Poisonous Scorpion Fish and Lived to Tell the Tale
New York City's Fine & Rare recently added scorpion fish and chips to their lunch menu. This delicious delicacy has poisonous spines that are safely removed before serving.
Mustard is the Weirdest and Tastiest Cocktail Ingredient
It might sound strange, but the tangy condiment does have a place behind the bar. If you want to get funky with your home bartending skills, then try one of these four mustard cocktails, created by experts across the country.
Become a Tiki Garnish Master With These 6 Expert Tips
If you love the look of tiki drinks and want to recreate them at home, follow these six expert tips to become a tiki garnish master in no time.
How to Pair Oysters with Martinis
We sat down with Maison Premiere bar director Will Elliott to learn how to pair seven classic martinis with briny, buttery oysters.
How 2 Brooklynites are Reviving an Iconic Midwestern Supper Club
Varun Kataria and Tyler Erickson recently opened The Turk's Inn in Bushwick, Brooklyn, a reboot of an iconic Wisconsin supper club that closed in 2014.
How 2 Noma Alumni Brought Their Flavorful Spirits Line to the United States
Empirical Spirits is a flavor and fermentation-driven brand that uses ingredients from around the world and strives to minimize waste. The founders, two ex-Noma chefs, are also using the leftover or used ingredients in new ways to further minimize the environmental impact.
We Asked a Pro for His Tips on How to Make Sourdough Bread at Home
We asked an expert from La Brea Bakery for this tips on baking homemade sourdough bread. Heed his advice the next time you're in the mood for this tangy, satisfying carb.
Dim Sum Master Dishes on Har Gow, the Perfect Shrimp Dumpling
We chatted with Tim Ho Wan's executive chef Jean-Pierre “J.P.” Choy about the history of har gow and what makes his restaurant's version so perfect.
How to Make Perfect Lamb Sausage
A staple around the world, we stepped into the kitchen of the former restaurant White & Blue to learn how the sausage is made from an expert.
This Restaurant’s Cocktail Menu Is Inspired by the Heritage of Its Employees
When you open the cocktail menu at New York City's Wild Ink, you’re presented with a map of the world. Each drink represents the heritage of someone on staff.
3 Fancy Casserole Recipes to Up Your Cooking Game
We chatted with some of our favorite chefs and cookbook authors to snag a few recipes for fancy casseroles that will definitely up your cooking game.
Expert Tips on How to Choose and Prepare the Freshest Shellfish
Choosing fresh shellfish — oysters, clams, mussels, shrimp, crab, lobster — can be a daunting task. According to chef Joe Lopez, it’s actually quite simple, as long as you use your senses and ask the right questions.
Canning 101: Everything a Beginner Should Know
If you want to learn how to make jam and other canned goods, check out this beginners guide to preserving.
How to Use One Ingredient for Five Different Dishes
We challenged some of our favorite chefs and cookbook authors to use one ingredient in five different pantry recipes.
The Best Restaurants, Hotels, and Things to Do in the Catskills
Here are the best bars, restaurants, hotels, shops, and things to do in the Catskills. This guide covers the best of both worlds, whether you want to check out the big ski resort mountains of the east or the burgeoning small towns of the west, like Callicoon, Narrowsburg, and Livingston Manor.