How to perfect your brisket game with pro tips from Austin’s Salt Lick
BBQ brisket is a dish sent straight from the heavens. Here's how to make the stuff, with tips from a pro.
Don’t make these common mistakes when grilling fish
When fish are grilled, mistakes are made. Here's how to carry out the act right, just in time for summer.
If you want the world’s best steak, you’ll have to go to Buenos Aires
There are a lot of great steak destinations out there. This one was just named the very best.
Pork shoulder vs pork butt: What’s the difference (and when should you use each)?
Pork shoulder and pork butt are two very different things. Here's what to know about the varying protein styles.
What on earth is Major League Eating? It’s more than a hot dog eating contest
Major League Eating is famous for its hot dog eating contest. Turns out, there's a lot more to the pro feasting assocition.
These are the absolute best beef cuts to smoke
There are many beef cuts to consider for your smoker. Here are the best ones for many memorable barbecue meals ahead.
Spam can actually make an elevated meal — this industry pro tells us how
Spam has been around almost 90 years. Here's how to best use the iconic meat, a staple snack in Hawaii.
This is how to make the perfect Sonoran hot dog
There are many great hot dog incarnations, but Sonora may be home to the best. Here's how to make one.
10 great reasons to tune into the Paris Olympics 2024
There are countless reasons for watching this year's Olympics, involving high-profile athletes to intriguing storylines. Here are the 10 best.
What’s an aperitif? Everything you need to know about these refreshing drinks
Aperitifs have been around since ancient Rome. Here's what to know about the pre-meal beverages from Europe.
What is mezcal? Everything you need to know about the popular agave spirit
Want to know more about mezcal? Check out this guide on one of Mexico's most popular agave spirits.
The new gin map looks very different from the old one
Gin has long been a relatively boring clear spirit. Not anymore, say these emerging producers, regions, and styles.
The best coffee cocktail recipes: Our top picks
Coffee and booze are life. But what if we can't choose? Well, it's time to satisfy our alcohol and caffeine cravings with these coffee cocktail recipes.
Chenin Blanc is the summer white wine you’ve been waiting for
Most popular in wine-producing countries like France and South Africa, chenin blanc is beginning to turn heads in the New World.
Did you know Mexico has a state-recognized tequila department?
Tequila and Mexico are exceptionally close. Turns out the country has a branch of government devoted to singing the praises of the spirit.
These are the best dry white wines for cooking – add these to your kitchen toolbox
Dry white wines are a chef's tool. Here are some to look out for and add to your culinary arsenal.
Wheyward Spirit says closed-loop distilling is the future of drinks
The drinks industry is evolving and Wheyward Spirit is leading the charge. The brand is converting food waste into award-winning spirits.
This is why that bottle of wine is so expensive
There's more than just fermented fruit in that bottle. Here are a few of the many major parts involved.
The definitive guide to South African cuisine, a diverse food culture
South African food is a layered realm full of tasty signature dishes and amazing local wines.
The best new non-alcoholic drinks for a happy hour without the hangover
It's the most exciting time for NA drinks ever. Here's what to enjoy, hangover not included.
What you need to know before you bring wine to a restaurant
Turns out, you can bring wine to most restaurants. That's where the corkage fee comes in to play.
The 5 best soup recipes you must make in your own kitchen
These stellar soup recipes are so good you'll want to ditch the spoon and dive right in, no matter what time of year it is.
Is it finally mead’s time to shine? Don’t sleep on this drink trend
Mead is an ancient wine with close ties to bees. Read how the industry is evolving through the lens of a Virginia producer.
Is international bar acclaim worth it? Some of the world’s best bars weigh in
Becoming a world's best bar is great for business. But it comes with a host of challenges too.
A primer on Tempranillo, the ultimate red meat wine
Born in Spain but now planted all over, Tempranillo is a popular red wine with its own identity. It also goes very well with red meat.
How to make a frozen lemon drop, the drink of this summer
Summer heats calls for great frozen drinks. Here's a recipe sure to steal the season.
11 best meatless grilling recipes to make for barbecue season
Grilling does not just mean steaks over flames. Here are some of the best meatless grilling recipes to prove it.
How to make the perfect pasta at home
It's not the easiest kitchen task but it is one of the most fun and rewarding. Here's how to make pasta from scratch.
A beginner’s guide to Burmese cuisine
Burmese food is generally overshadowed in the realm of Asian cuisine, but it's diversity and big flavors are very much worth exploring.
The best orange wines for something satisfyingly in between a red and white
Orange wine have been around for ages. But now might just be the best time to enjoy them, as these options suggest.
How to make clam chowder, the ultimate recipe for those who love this seafood favorite
Clam chowder is royalty in the bowl and satisfying to eat. Here's how to make it and how it and its many styles came about.
Drinks 101: What’s a brand ambassador (and are any worth paying attention to)?
Everybody seems to be a brand ambassador these days. But in the drinks industry, there are some worth paying attention to.
Hawaiian coffee is about to taste a lot better
Hawaiian coffee is getting a boost from some new legislation. Here's what to know.
The best affordable white wine money can buy
There's a lot of great white wine out there. Here are the affordable best options.
How to appreciate wine like fine art
Wine is still intimidating to many. Use these pro tips to break through and appreciate the stuff a lot more.
The coolest summer travel destinations for wine lovers (that aren’t Napa)
Wine vacations are the best vacations. Here's where to go, what to sip, what to eat, and more.
Sommeliers reveal the best summer wines
Summer means gatherings, dinner parties, and any number of events that could use a good wine. Here are some great sommelier-backed bottles.
Our 5 favorite summer mocktails (they’re all bartender approved)
Summer is a time for celebration and that can mean a trusty mocktail. Here are some great recipes to explore.
The history of Pilsner, one of the planet’s most popular beers
The history of Pilsner is part technology, part simplicity, and part fed-up beer drinkers. Here's the story of the famous beer.
Blue Curacao is back in style — how to use it like a drinks pro
Once the laughingstock of the bar world, Blue Curacao is back and better than ever. Here's how to use the tropical liqueur.
How to make a heavenly Sidecar cocktail
Cognac is back and one of its greatest incarnations is the classic Sidecar cocktail. Here's how the experts prepare one.
Bourbon vs. whiskey: The differences explained
When you think about bourbon and whiskey, think about the former as a subcategory of the latter, often made in Kentucky and made primarily with corn.
These are the 5 most expensive coffees on earth
Purchasing these rare caffeinated delicacies will put a serious dent in your budget, but it will be a coffee experience unlike any other.
Coffee pros say these trends will dominate in 2024
From coffee memberships to organic coffee, these are the coffee trends to look out for in 2024.
What is chicory coffee? All about this unique variety of our beloved morning drink
Born during hardship and still enjoyed today, chicory coffee is a rustic-flavored story almost as old as New Orleans itself.
The secret to gauging meat tenderness is easier than you think
The best way to gauge the tenderness of your meat is by way of an old culinary-school trick.
How to grill chicken correctly for a tender, delicious barbecue
Grilling chicken is more than just throwing it on the grill. Check out this guide on how to grill perfect chicken every time.
These unique summer cocktails each offer a refreshing twist you’ll love
Summer stands for fun and these celebratory cocktails will keep you carefree all season long.
How to avoid a bison attack this summer (and any time of the year)
As unlikely as it is that a bison will attack you, it pays to know the etiquette, especially when traveling to places like Yellowstone National Park.
The best spritz cocktail recipes to drink this spring
If you love a good spritz, then you must try these cocktail recipes that use spirits like gin, whiskey, and vermouth for new takes on the classic drink.