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Celebrate Independence Day with one of these tasty 4th of July cocktails

Taste summer and celebrate the holiday with 12 of the best 4th of July cocktails.
Cherry bbq sauce on chicken.

Chefs reveal their best easy barbecue sauce recipes to up your grilling game

You probably have most of the stuff to follow these three easy barbecue sauce recipes — all created by chefs — in your pantry.
An Old Fashioned cocktail.

Top bartenders reveal the best cocktails to order at the bar

Looking to stretch your dollar at the bar? These are the best cocktails to order, according to top bartenders.
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How to make the best spaghetti sauce, according to Jamie Oliver

Great spaghetti sauce is a joy to eat and simple to prepare, as this delicious recipe from Jamie Oliver reveals.

The great lobster roll battle pits Maine vs. Connecticut: Which is better?

What's better, the Maine or Connecticut lobster roll? We spoke to chefs on a quest to crown the true champion.
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12 whiskies perfect for Dad this Father’s Day

This Father's Day, give Dad what he really wants: whiskey. Here are some great options, from bourbon to Scotch.
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These are the 9 best alkaline water options to drink this summer

Alkaline water is known for promoting bone health and digestion. Given its benefits to our health, here's a list of the best alkaline water options for summer.
Parmesan rinds cheese

Use your tasty Parmesan rinds — don’t throw them out

This flavor-packed outer cheese shell is a favorite “secret ingredient” of many pro chefs, including Eric Lees, the accomplished chef currently at Busan.
An ice-cold glass of Mango Basil Margarita on black table.

The best mango cocktails to bring the tropics to your glass

Mangos and late spring go hand in hand. Here are a handful of great drinks that celebrate the tropical fruit.
The Heavenly Sipper, an AI-generated cocktail.

Can AI make a better drink? We asked an expert (and the answer might surprise you)

AI is doing a lot behind the scenes. Now, chatbots are entering the cocktail world, offering recipes and new ways to balance mixed drinks.
A pint of beer and a soccer match.

The best bars for MLS fans: Get a pint at one of these great spots

MLS season is in full swing and game-going fans like a good drink. Here are the best bar options near major soccer stadiums.
Agave stacked up at Flecha Azul

How to pick the absolute best tequila, just by looking at the label

Tequila, like a lot of liquids, can contain additives. Looking at what that really means and the larger movement towards authentic agave spirits.
Sardines

The 10 best canned sardines to elevate your summer cooking

Here's our list of the best canned sardines can help you elevate the flavors of your recipes this summer.
Chinese food leftovers on a wooden bench.

Elevate your takeout food with the right wine (they’re all under $22, too!)

Takeout food is a godsend. It can also be made markedly better with the right wine, all without breaking the bank.
A beer pint at the airport.

The very best airport watering holes, from LAX to JFK

Traveling about the country? These are the best airport bars, from LAX to JFK and busy hubs in between.
The e-trike from Sixthreezero.

Do you need an electric trike? We tested one out to see

The tricycle is not just a kid's toy, it's a fun means of transportation for grown-ups. Here, we review the newest model from e-bike specialist Sixthreezero.
Brewer-Clifton vineyard view.

A guide to the many gems of Santa Barbara wine country

Now more than ever is the best time to taste the quality and craftsmanship hard at work in Santa Barbara wine country. Here are some ideas for where to go.
A toast with two Sure Sure cocktails

The 19 best frozen drinks for impending heat waves

There's not much more refreshing in this world than the frozen drink, especially as summer hits. Here are 19 to try in 2023.
Chef Vikas Khanna

Learn these amazing spring cooking tricks from a Michelin Star chef

Spring spells a lot of things but we don't always know how or what to cook this time of year. Here, Chef Vikas Kanna offers some sage advice.
Plate of pasta

Why Italian food absolutely deserves to be UNESCO-recognized

UNESCO is on the verge of formally recognizing Italian cuisine. Given the food culture that exists in Italy, we're not entirely surprised.
Crab on display at the store.

Study signals bad news for seafood lovers hoping for fewer canceled crab seasons

Climate change affects us all. Crab have been hit especially hard as of late and this newest research isn't ideal for our oceans and their inhabitants.
Green Chartreuse

The Chartreuse shortage is real (and here to stay), but we’ve got some great substitutes

We're getting used to supply chain shortages. Here's how to work around the latest, a low stock of green Chartreuse.
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A dozen of the best tequilas for margaritas, according to bartenders

Try the best tequilas for margaritas this 2023 to kick off your casual dinners and happy hours with your colleagues.
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The 5 most expensive Scotch whiskies on earth

A $20 Scotch is OK, but a $20,000 bottle is better. Here are five of the most expensive Scotch whiskies on the planet.
Two Mai Tai cocktails topped with flowers and pineapples on a surface with a view of the beach

Behold, the 10 best floral cocktails for spring 2023

These best floral cocktail recipes are springtime staples, setting the warmer days abloom with botanic flavors and vibrant hues.
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These are the best seasonal fruits and veggies for spring

Spring signals the return of colorful, bright, and fresh fruits and vegetables. Here's what's in season.
Ribeye steak cooking in a cast iron pan

How to clean cast iron so you don’t ruin expensive cookware: An expert’s guide

We talked to an expert in the field about cleaning your cast iron. Here's what to do and what not to do so your cast iron lasts.

The 30 best biographies to add to your reading list

Every man should read these best biographies at least once, all chosen because of the subject matter as well as the biographer.
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Drink like Hemingway and whip up a Death in the Afternoon cocktail

Ernest Hemingway proved himself a voluble champion of all things alcoholic, so comes his intriguing cocktail invention: the Death in the Afternoon cocktail.

10 incredible whiskey decanters (they’re not just for wine)

Don Draper and Jack Donaghy used one. Should you start buying the best whiskey decanters? If you're all about keeping up appearances, then yes, absolutely.
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The best Irish whiskeys come in these 12 bottles

Craving for Irish whiskey? Forget traveling to Ireland to get your whiskey fix, for we've got you covered with the best Irish whiskeys for 2022,
mai tai

Warm up with these 10 stellar Tiki cocktails

Give these 10 classic Tiki cocktail recipes, collected from the best bars and spirits brands across the country, a try in 2023.
6 Must-Try Irish Spirits

Here are a half dozen Irish liquors worth trying (that aren’t whiskey)

While whiskey undoubtedly reigns supreme among the Emerald Isle’s hard-liquor offerings, Irish distillers have plenty of other well-crafted spirits to offer.
Buckwheat Honey Old Fashioned on table.

This is how to mix cocktails with honey for a flavorful drink

Honey improves just about everything it touches, especially cocktails. Here's how to utilize the stuff while mixing drinks.

The best vinyl records (and what you need to know about this timeless format)

Your vinyl selection may vary depending on what kind of man you are, but these are the best vinyl albums that deserve to be in everyone's record collection.
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The best ginger ale brands to sip on or mix with

Whether you're a bartender or just thirsty, ginger ale has many uses and merits. Here are the 10 best brands to try.
Flaviar subscription with whiskeys on table.

The 7 best whiskey subscription boxes in 2023

There are a host of great whiskey subscriptions that are wonderfully curated and, better yet, deliver great whiskies right at your doorstep.
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Visit these 10 places in America before they change forever

Look to these 10 destinations as they're likely to disappear in the not-too-distant future.
NFL flag

Here’s how much it would cost to attend Super Bowl LVII

The biggest game of the pro football year is just days away. So, how much would it actually cost to attend? Here's how much.
A pair of mocktails

Here’s what drinks pros have learned from Dry January

Dry January is over, but it has offered some useful lessons. Here are some we learned from a couple of drinks industry pros.
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Valentine’s Day calls for the very best Champagnes: Our top picks

Valentine's Day comes once a year, meaning it's a special occasion worthy of a special wine. Light up the night with one of these great Champagnes.
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These are the best music podcasts to cue up in 2023

The podcast is the new book and when music is the topic, great stories are told. Here are some of the best music podcasts to give a spin.
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This perfect winter cocktail is like drinking cake and we love it

Move over cartoon cat and mouse, there's an even better, older Tom and Jerry in town. Here's how to make the classic dessert cocktail from the early 1800s.
Grasshopper 2.0 cocktail.

New Year’s Eve deserves these pours, some of the best drinks of the year

It's time to bid farewell to 2021 and welcome 2022. We suggest doing so with a proper celebratory drink in hand.
hot cocktails

These are the subtle differences between hot cocoa and hot chocolate

Hot cocoa and hot chocolate are trying to do the same thing but they're far from it. Here are the key differences and how to make the hot beverages.
A pair of bottles from Calirosa Tequila

Tequila Meets Wine: A Tasty Union (Yes, Really!)

Tequila and wine are forging a new union now that some producers are aging tequila in old wine barrels.
The two Marks of Sturgeon AquaFarms

A Look at One of America’s Only Caviar Farms

Caviar is a rare gem, even rarer when produced here in the U.S. Here's a look at the nation's only producer.
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10 Lesser-Known Things About Le Tour

The Tour de France is in full swing and filled with all kinds of entertainment, even for the casual follower.
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The 10 Best Green Teas to Buy in 2022, Reviewed

Healthy and energizing, green tea is the work of the gods and these ten flavorful options echo just that.
Coconut water

The 11 Best Coconut Water Brands To Stay Hydrated and Energized

Coconut water is a healthy and refreshing drink that does way more than soothe a hangover. Here are the 11 best options.