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The top Asian-inspired wood-fire cooking tips from a chef

Learn how to combine wood-fire cooking techniques with Asian ingredients from KYU, a restaurant that specializes in wood-fire cooking.
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Burgers and Champagne? A chef explains why this unusual pairing really works

Burgers and champagne might be the perfect pairing. Chef Sebastien Chaoui of The Chester teaches The Manual all about why the flavor combination works.
Fogo de Chao picanha tableside

What to know about Brazilian BBQ, a delicious meat marathon

From succulent picanha to fatty pork, Brazilian BBQ restaurants are a meat marathon and guaranteed to scratch the itch of any carnivore.
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How to Make Barbecued Cornell Chicken, an Ivy League Delicacy

Cornell chicken, a savory grilled poultry with a delicious tang, is the answer to your barbecue dreams. Here's how to make this Ivy League delicacy.
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How To Grill Southeast Asian Satay, Meat Skewers Packed With Flavor

Small, smoky sticks of flame-licked meat, there's perhaps no grilled item more beloved throughout Southeast Asia than satay.
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How To Make Japanese Barbecue (Yakiniku) at Home: Everything You Need To Know

Bite-sized pieces of meat grilled table-side and consumed with plenty of rice and icy alcoholic beverages, yakiniku is a meat feast of flavors and textures.
how to make mexican style hot dog

How To Make the LA Danger Dog, a Mexican Style Hot Dog, for Your Next Cookout

Wrapped in bacon and topped with sautéed onions, jalapeños, and an array of sauces, Mexican style hot dogs are a ubiquitous part of California street food.
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Upgrade your next barbecue with elk, the healthy red meat you should be eating

If you're looking for a healthy beef replacement, look no further than elk. We interview First Light Farms to learn all about this healthy red meat.
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Purple or green? Meet the mixologist crafting color-themed cocktails

Creating cocktails based on color is a must-try. To learn how, we interviewed Charlotte Voisey, an award-winning mixologist at the cocktail bar two fifteen.
Char Siu

What is Chinese barbecue? An essential guide

Char siu is Chinese barbecue pork, and it's a delicacy that's beloved throughout the Chinese community.
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Experience Japan in New York: Inside The Prince Kitano Hotel

Looking to experience Japan in New York City? The Prince Kitano Hotel offers everything from authentic kaiseki cuisine to tatami mats.
Turkish Adana kebab plate with grilled vegetables

How to grill spicy Turkish Adana kebabs (and more tips)

One of the most famous kabob styles is the Adana kebab, a spicy Turkish lamb mince fragrant with chili peppers.
Hanwoo beef

What to know about Hanwoo, the Wagyu beef of Korea

Its flavor can best be described as a combination of Wagyu and American Angus. For many beef lovers, Hanwoo is the best of both worlds.
Spanish coffee cocktail

Beyond the espresso martini: A speakeasy mixologist teaches us all about coffee cocktails

From how to pair coffee with your cocktail ingredients to how to make a Black Manhattan, this is your expert guide to coffee cocktails.
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The iconic Benjamin Steakhouse shares its best meat cooking tips

Interested in learning steak cooking tips from a top steakhouse? Benjamin Steakhouse of New York is here to share its best industry tips.
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The 7 best anime to stream on Amazon right now

Amazon Prime is home to many anime, from classics to exclusive titles and new ones. So, start your binge sessions right with the best anime on Amazon Prime.
Margherita pizza

How to make a soft, chewy Neapolitan-style pizza like a pro

Pizza stems from one style — Neapolitan pizza. Despite the countless variations of pizza throughout the world, Neapolitan pizza has stood the test of time.
nine-grid hot pot with ingredients.

NYC restaurant Mala Hot Pot teaches us about modern Chinese hot pot

Chinese hot pot comes in many forms. We interviewed Mala Hot Pot to learn the details, from optimum cooking times to their specialty — the Nine-Grid Blind Box.
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A Michelin-recognized restaurant’s guide to pairing drinks with Indian cuisine

We interview Chola, a Michelin recognized Indian restaurant in New York to learn about pairing beer, wine, and cocktails with Indian cuisine.
Joji box sushi on black table.

How a Michelin-starred sushi chef crafts omakase to go

Michelin level omakase sushi is now accessible for takeout. We take an inside look into JĹŤji Box,
Andrew Zimmern cooking over fire.

Chef Andrew Zimmern teaches us all about wild game cooking

Andrew Zimmern, well-known TV personality and chef, teaches us about wild game cooking.
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How to brunch like the French with lobster croissant and champagne

Learn how to brunch like the French with lobster croissant, cocktails, and frog legs. Maison Close, a New York-based French restaurants, teaches us how.
The caviar at Hancock St. with potato chips and champagne

What is caviar? A seafood expert breaks down all the details

Delicate and buttery, caviar is a luxurious delicacy. To guide us, caviar expert John McDonald of Hancock St. teaches us how to enjoy this prized ingredient.
Baskets of dim sum, a traditional breakfast

What is dim sum? A guide to China’s most famous culinary tradition

Dim sum restaurants are a culinary institution in many American Chinatowns.
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The complete guide to cleaning a fish for beginners

Landed a big catch? Nice work! Tasty, fresh fish meat is just a few slices away. Follow this guide to learn how to best prepare a fresh-caught fish.
Garlic Hawaiin fried chicken

How to make sweet and crispy Hawaiian fried chicken

From fragrant garlic chicken to sweet mochiko chicken, Hawaii is a fantastic place for fried poultry.
Grilled chicken

How to make peri peri chicken, a South African BBQ classic

Want to know about the delicious and spicy peri peri chicken? Read this simple guide and make your own at home with a chef-approved recipe.
Table side prime rib Monterey NYC

Tips and tricks: A pro chef reveals how to cook prime rib

The highlight of any celebration or menu, prime rib requires plenty of skill to execute. Chef James Tracey of Monterey helps us break down this classic.
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Tlayudas is the ‘Mexican pizza’ you never knew you needed

Tlayudas are a Mexican street food classic. Chef Alex Mixcoatl shares his favorite tips and tricks with The Manual for this Oaxaca dish.
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How to make chai tea: Tasty recipes for a homemade delight

An excellent beverage for any weather, a cup of creamy Indian chai is second to none. Read on to learn all the tips and tricks to making this amazing drink.
Bowl of Vietnamese Pho with rice noodles, mung beans, cilantro, spring onions and limes

How to make Vietnamese pho, a perfect soup for any time of the year

A steaming bowl of rich beef broth brimming with noodles and fragrant herbs, pho is widely considered the most famous dish of Vietnam.
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How to find the best street food (and other travel tips), according to YouTube megastar, The Food Ranger

Looking for travel tips? From the best street food to digital safety, YouTube megastar The Food Rangers share his best tips.
BBQ Brisket being sliced by hand.

Here’s all you need to know about brisket: A comprehensive guide

There aren't many foods more heartily satisfying than slow-cooked meat. Here's all you need to know about brisket.
Brazilian picanha on plate with sides.

Secrets revealed: Chef shares his best tips for cooking a picanha steak

Brazilian picanha is a must-eat for any meat lover. We learn all the tips and tricks from a chef.
Burger with egg on plate.

A pro chef gives us tips on how to make a great breakfast burger

Who wouldn't want a burger for breakfast? A pro chef gives us all the tips and tricks you'll need.
Homemade chicken fried steak dinner

How to make creamy, crispy chicken fried steak – a recipe for the home chef

Crispy and covered in gravy, chicken fried steak is a delicious and filling Southern delicacy.
Spanish bikini sandwich on plate.

Meet the Bikini sandwich, Spain’s answer to the Croque Monsieur

Have you ever heard of a bikini sandwich? It's Spain's version of a Croque Monsieur, and it's incredible.
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There are several health benefits of wine – we explain them here

ETTORE, an organic winery in California, shows its expertise on the health benefits of wine.
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How to make a delicious Philly roast pork sandwich

The cheesesteak might be Philadelphia's most famous culinary item but for many locals, the roast pork sandwich is deemed to be the true taste of Philadelphia.
Indian butter chicken in a black pan with a spiral of cream being added.

The best Indian butter chicken recipes we’ve tasted

Satisfy your craving for Indian butter chicken without going to a restaurant with these crowd-pleasing butter chicken recipes from Indian cuisine experts.
Carne asada

Chef-inspired recipe: How to make Mexican carne asada for a winning meat entree

Carne asada, a smoky and savory Mexican style steak, is a one of the most popular items in Mexican cuisine.
casa bond lobster guacamole.

Secrets revealed: A chef shares a guacamole recipe upgrade you won’t be able to resist

Everyone loves guacamole, but with this chef's tips and recipe, your guac will be even better.
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Seltzers, cocktails, and more: The 9 best CBD drinks we tried in 2024

From tasty fruit flavors to drinks that help to de-stress and mellow out, these are our favorite CBD-infused drinks.
Limoncello shots and lemons

How to make limoncello: Everything you need to know about this Italian delicacy

Crafted from an aged mix of lemons and liquor, limoncello is the bright yellow liqueur that's become synonymous with sunshine on the Italian Riviera.
Citarella Gambero Rosso Shrimp on ice.

A seafood expert teaches us all about rare, gourmet shrimp

Citarella NYC owner and fishmonger reveals all about gourmet shrimp — how to source and how to prepare them.
KOW steak tomahawks

Meet the mail-order wagyu beef company prized by Gordon Ramsay and David Chang

Jon Urbana of KOW Steaks teaches us all about high-quality American Wagyu.
Cucina alba Eggplant Parmigiana.

Why chocolate is the must-add ingredient for the perfect eggplant parmesan

Executive Chef Adam Leonti of the restaurant Cucina Alba is adding an interesting ingredient to his eggplant parmesan — chunks of bitter chocolate.
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How to pair soju and beef: Master Sommelier Kyungmoon Kim of Wangbi gives us his top tips

Soju and beef are a match made in heaven. Master sommelier Kyungmoon Kim of NYC's Wangbi tell us how to pair soju and beef.
Trio of dressed oysters at Sagaponack

From roasted to dressed, a chef’s guide to upgrading your oysters

We got some advice from a chef on how to upgrade the lowly oyster to something incredible.
martini and frites and caviar

Expert bartender gives us a great martini recipe, and a chef suggests pairing it with French fries (yes, really)

A famed bartender gives us her best martini recipe