Feasting: Pizza Beach Teaches How to Take the Best Food Photos
We asked the brains behind Pizza Beach's mouthwatering Instagram account for expert food photography tips on taking the best photos for social media.
Spring is Here With Lifetime Collective
We love cool kid Vancouver brand Lifetime Collective, so it's no wonder we're pining over their spring collection, willing warm weather to arrive quickly.
Meat Lovers Rejoice at the New Beatrice Inn
As if Chef Angie Mar's menu at New York's Beatrice Inn wasn't amazing enough already, she recently purchased the restaurant to make it completely her own.
This Bacon Candle Sure Makes Us Hungry For Breakfast
Everyone's favorite American home fragrance brand Yankee Candle launched a bacon candle in May, the latest addition to their men's line.
Late Night? Bookman Lights Will Guide You Home
Tired of clunky reflectors weighing down your bicycle? Bookman Lights will not only illuminate your ride, they are small and sleek as can be.
Stay Dry With Freeman Seattle
When designer Scott couldn't find a proper, American-made raincoat, he set out to make his own. And so, Freeman Seattle was born.
Feasting: How to Nail a Tapas Spread with Chef Andrés Grundy
We went to Arriba in the Hotel Americano to learn how Chef Andres Grundy puts down the perfect tapas spread.
DEWAR’S has the Perfect Father’s Day Gift
What are you getting dad for Father's Day this year? DEWAR'S Scotch and Freemans Sporting Club in NYC have teamed up for the perfect gift.
5 Emerging Menswear Designers to Know Right Now
Ditch those fast fashion duds and step into our closet featuring five of our favorite emerging menswear designers right now.
Stella Artois’ Robot Bartender is Here to Save Your Holiday Party
The Stella Artois B.A.R.T. attaches to any robot vacuum and serves your guests frosty drinks and tasty snacks while cleaning up in the process.
Talking Old Tom Gin with Tanqueray’s Master Distiller
Tanqueray just launched their limited edition Old Tom gin, so we caught up with Master Distiller Tom Nichol to learn more about how the spirit was made.
Feasting: 3 Days of Eating in Los Angeles
If you find yourself in L.A. with only three days to spare, do yourself a favor and hit as many of these restaurants as possible.
A Look Inside NYC Design Firm STUDIOSC
We take a look inside the projects at STUDIOSC, an client-focused architecture and design firm that wants to make its mark by contributing to the growth and preservation of NYC
This Furniture Collection is Mighty Cool
The Der Steppenwolf Collection from Brooklyn furniture designer Stefan Rurak is the manly dose of cool your home needs.
Glenfiddich Introduces 14 Year Old Bourbon Barrel Reserve
The world’s most awarded single malt Scotch whiskey has added a new spirit to its permanent portfolio. Introducing Glenfiddich 14 Year Old, a bourbon barrel reserve that pays tribute to the shared history of American and Scotch whiskies.
Feasting: Project Smoke Premieres on PBS
BBQ master Steven Raichlen teaches the ins and outs of smoking in his fantastic new cooking show Project Smoke on PBS.
DUBS Acoustic Filters Go Beyond Earplugs
When you think about the foam earplugs people have been using forever, they seem awfully primitive compared to modern sound technology. DUBS Acoustic Filters are finally here to change that.
Healthy New Years Recipes That Actually Taste Good
It's not difficult to eat healthy when the food tastes this delicious. We asked some of our favorite chefs for their go-to healthy New Year's Recipes
You Can Eat Like the Locals Do with Traveling Spoon
If you're tired of visiting the same touristy restaurants as everyone else, Traveling Spoon is here to offer authentic cooking and dining experiences with their network of hosts across the globe.
James Prosek gets Up Close and Personal with Ocean Fishes
I am not painting fish to represent a species in a field guide; I am painting an individual fish that I had a personal experience with—The paintings are not as much about the fish as our relationships as humans to the fish—you could even call each one a self-portrait. When artist James Prosek talks about […]
Dancing Day to Night at Full Moon Festival
We love music fests here at The Manual, so we are obviously excited about the upcoming Full Moon Festival in NYC. Check out the lineup right here.
The Manual’s Austin City Guide to SXSW 2015
If you're heading to Austin, TX for SXSW 2015, check out our picks on where to shop, eat, drink and chill during the conference.
Your On-The-Go Guide to Holiday Travel Grooming
Like it or not, the holidays are approaching at lightning speed. Now that Halloween has passed, it’s time to think about Thanksgiving and Hanukkah (they overlap this year, in case you haven’t heard) until it’s a landslide into Christmas. For many of us, this means traveling both near and far to visit family and friends […]
FEASTING: The Epicure Gift Guide
What to buy the friend who's eaten anything and everything? Our epicure gift guide has something for everyone on your list.
Celebrate National Doughnut Day With America’s Best
Looking to celebrate National Doughnut Day? Grab a delicious ring of fried dough at one of our favorite bakeries across the United States & Canada.
Valentine’s Day Lingerie: The Gift You Both Will Love
Not to sound selfish, but wouldn’t it be nice to give a Valentine’s Day gift you can enjoy as well? Forget about chocolate and flowers this year because what your lady wants is something you can appreciate just as much as her. When it comes to lingerie, women can’t get enough, especially now that wearing […]
BABËL is Changing Nightlife for the Better
Tired of the segregation and monotony that was dominating nightlife culture, BABËL was founded to unite people in creative settings with damn good music.
Meet La Barbona, NYC’s Newest Speakeasy
Although it's getting better, NYC is not a a destination for traditional Mexican cuisine. On a recent trip to the country, a group of restauranteurs were inspired to change that, and the idea for La Barbona was born.
LUMA Hotel is New York City’s Brightest Getaway off Broadway
The cozy rooms, world-class restaurant, and easy convenience make Luma Hotel Times Square one of our favorite new spot in New York City.
Feasting: The Misen Knife is Making Our Kitchen Dreams Come True
Starting with one extraordinary product, the Misen knife is redefining kitchen essentials through premium materials, thoughtful design and honest pricing.
Nothing Else Matters, Because Metallica is Launching an American Whiskey
The band Metallica is launching an American whiskey this fall in collaboration with master distiller Dave Pickerell from WhistlePig. As the blend is aging, the barrels are surrounded by intense, low-hertz sound waves, which supposedly intensify the molecular interaction and finish.
Inflate Summer Fun With ULI Boards
Looking to step up your water sport game this summer? ULI Boards were the first to inflate, blazing the trail for other brands to follow suit.
WP Lavori in Corso Brooklyn
WP Lavori in Corso just opened a Brooklyn flagship, and the space couldn't be more perfect for the Italian retailer's heritage brands. Step inside.
Luxury Eyewear Delivered with David Kind
We live in a time when we can get almost anything delivered. From groceries to your wardrobe, it’s possible to order what you want even if it’s not nearby. Which is why we were so stoked to hear about David Kind eyewear, a new online-only service that combines an innovative curated experience with high-quality, luxury […]
Apartment Envy: City Modern Home Tours
If you want to see some of the most well-designed & decorated homes in Manhattan and Brooklyn, you have to check out the 2013 City Modern home tours.
Blind Barber is Redefining Modern Manhood One Cut at a Time
Historically, the barber shop has been known not only as a place for grooming, but as a cultural and social hub where men could gather to experience a certain type of brotherhood. So when Blind Barber opened in New York City’s East Village neighborhood in 2010, offering a cocktail with every cut, it brought a […]
SXSW 2015: The Best Acts to Hear This Year
We just got back from SXSW 2015, and our ears are still hungover from all the amazing music we saw at the 29th annual music conference.
Road Trip Cheat Sheet: The Best Diners in America
You have two weeks left of summer - make them count! Take a road trip & stop at one of the best diners in America to recharge along the way.
Four Stylish Gentlemen Choose Their Perfect Spring Bag from Anthem Wares
If you are unfamiliar with Anthem Wares, our go-to online store for discovering the best new labels, you are missing out on some seriously cool and innovative design. Launched in September 2012, Anthem Wares may be a young gun, but its team has a true eye for style in discovering covetable, hard-to-find pieces from independent […]
A Peek Inside Gardener’s Cottage with Chef Dale Mailley
We stepped inside Gardener's Cottage with chef and owner Dale Mailley to see what's cooking at Edinburgh's most interesting restaurant.
Sam’s Natural Wants to Groom You
What happens when a mechanic named Sam can’t find quality, natural products to clean his hands? Like any resourceful man, he somehow unearths them, even if it means creating them himself. Sam began experimenting with recipes until he finally developed his first product, the Walnut Scrub. His fellow mechanics wanted in on his concoctions, asking […]
The Best Post-Holiday Detox Plan Ever
There's nothing like the holidays to get diets & workout routines off track. But Will Torres' post holiday detox plan will get you back in shape.
Cochon555 is Bringing 1,500 Pounds of Pork to NYC
Cochon555 2017 is kicking off in New York City with five local chefs competing for the title of the “Prince or Princess of Porc.”
SXSW 2014: Acts to Hear This Year
We just got back from SXSW 2014 & our feet are still tapping from the amazing live music. Check out our picks for the 5 acts you need yo hear this year.
Arc’teryx Wants to Buy Back Your Used Gear for the Good of the Planet
Outdoor brand Arc'teryx just relaunched its recommerce program, Rock Solid Used Gear, to buy back gently-used garments, repair them, then resell them. To get an insider’s take, we chatted with the brand's Vice President of Design, Dan Green.
Feasting: Tasting Collective is Changing the Restaurant Experience
Tasting Collective creates curated, multi-course meals in a communal setting and allows chefs to talk about each dish for a truly unique dining experience.
Feasting: Le District is NYC’s French Marketplace
Set up like a true European marketplace, Le District is NYC's newest culinary destination to shop, eat and drink like you're in France.
Maine Micro Guide: Portland & Boothbay Harbor
If you've never been to the Maine coast, it's time to pack your bags and head north. Get the most from your trip with our guide to Portland & Boothbay.
Feasting: Pasture-Raised Eggs From Vital Farms
We caught up with Aurora Porter of Vital Farms to learn why their pasture-raised chickens lay the best tasting, healthiest eggs on the market.