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Steaks on a plate

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.
Two white wine glasses cheering outside.

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.
Three friends cheering with glasses of pilsner beer

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.
Sidecar cocktail

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.
A Blue Hawaii cocktail at the beach.

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.
A trio of whiskeys

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.
Gullfoss Falls Iceland during midday.

This is the best time to visit Iceland

Iceland is one of the most fascinating countries on the planet. Here's the best time of the year to go.
Salt Lick BBQ.

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.
A plate of grilled meat and vegetables on a rustic wooden platter with a black background

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.
Steak on the grill

This is the best wood for grilling and smoking, according to an expert

There is a big difference in the wood you use when you're grilling or smoking. Find out which wood is the best and what the wood actually does to food.
Dark and Stormy cocktail

How to make a Dark and Stormy, the rum-centric sibling of the Moscow Mule

Evocative, easy to make, and effortlessly cool, the Dark and Stormy is a classic cocktail worth making right.
Chicken drumsticks on grill

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.
Sliced steak

The best steak cuts for grilling: These are real crowd-pleasers

Steak and summer is a close and special pairing. Count on these cuts as you fire up the grill this year.
Summer cocktails

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.
Two bison in a field

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.
Grapefruit sprtiz cocktail

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.
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How to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew

Here's how to open a wine bottle without a corkscrew and save the day. All you need is a pair of shoes, a bike pump, a blunt object, or port tongs.
Fresh spring sparkling water

The best sparkling water cocktails to rival hard seltzers

Hard seltzers are all the rage, but sparkling water cocktails are classic and timeless and can offer a better flavor regardless of the weather and the season.
Mimosa

How to make the most magnificent mimosa

An afterthought in the world of craft cocktails, the mimosa can be something special, if you know what you're doing.
for grace documentary

The 21 best food documentaries of all time

These are the best documentaries about food — from films about meticulous sushi chefs to the woes of the fast-food industry.
A wide shot of skewers on a grill

This is how to clean a grill, whether it’s charcoal, gas, or pellet

Uncleaned grease and carbon deposits can alter the taste of food and damage your grill. Here, we've outlined the steps on how to clean a grill.
Moscow mule cocktail with lime and mint in a copper mug

The classic vodka cocktails you need to know how to make

There are a number of classic vodka cocktails that are a little more complex but still easy to make, like a Moscow Mule or a White Russian.
An Old Fashioned cocktail on a counter

How to make an Old Fashioned cocktail the right way

As simple as an Old Fashioned cocktail is, it can still be made improperly. Here's how to perfect the age-old bourbon classic.

Drink up at these amazing bars — they’re favorites of famous authors

Famous writers have long loved a good drink. Here are the bars where the best writers tended to hang out.
A person hitting a shot on the golf course.

Tee up at the best golf resorts in the U.S.

The only thing better than playing golf is doing it again the next day. Here's where that comes naturally: At the best golf resorts in the land.
Spit roast lamb

How to spit roast lamb in 5 easy steps

One of the best ways to prepare meat is over an open fire. Learn how to spit roast a whole lamb with our guide. You'll be king of the open flame in no time.
Bartender making a whiskey highball

23 easy cocktail recipes you can make at home

From an Old Fashioned to a Tom Collins, we've curated a list of easy, classic cocktail recipes that you can make from the comfort of your own home.
Middle Eastern, Arabic, or Mediterranean dinner table with grilled lamb kebab, chicken skewers with roasted vegetables and appetizers variety serving on rustic outdoor table

The ultimate guide to Lebanese cuisine, a rich and distinct food culture

Something like the Italy of the Arab world, Lebanon and its cuisine enjoy seasonality, multiple courses, and a rich history.
spinal tap band

The 16 best music movies of all time to watch now

Music has played a huge role in film since the beginning, but in some cases, it becomes absolutely central.
Diablo Don Papa cocktail

9 delicious drink recipes for Cinco de Mayo (that aren’t all margaritas)

Cinco de Mayo is about so much more than generic margaritas. Try these festive cocktails and see for yourself.
grasshopper cocktail

Secrets revealed: Easy ways to elevate your cocktail game from a pro mixologist

Want to make better cocktails? Heed to this wisdom from a top bartender.
Cauliflower steak with peppercorn sauce

The 5 best vegetarian and vegan dishes to try right now

It's a wonderful time of year for fresh produce to make vegetarian dishes. These vegan and vegetarian meals are perfect for any day of the week.
Last Word cocktail

How to make The Last Word cocktail, a gin classic from another era

The Last Word is a classic gin cocktail that's come back to life as of late. Here's how to make one like a pro.
White wine glass tip

Far older than you think: A beginner’s guide to Mexican wine

You might not think of Mexico as a wine-producing country, but they've been doing it since the 16th century. Here's what to know.
A vineyard in the Russian River Valley between Guerneville and Healdsburg, California.

These are the wine regions in jeopardy due to climate change, study says

Climate change affects all. The wine industry will look very different by the end of this century, according to a new study.
Waldorf Astoria NYC.

The best hotels in NYC for a spring or summer stay

Visiting NYC is a special experience worthy of many days and nights. Here's are the best hotels to stay at.
Brandy in the sunlight

Cognac vs. brandy: What’s the difference?

What's the difference between brandy and cognac? Turns out, it's all about region, grapes, and process. Here's the breakdown.
Alcoholic cocktail with pieces of fruit and berries in a bowl

Get creative: How to use hibiscus in your cocktails this spring

Hibiscus is a great ingredient to use in cocktails. Here are a handful of spring-forward recipes.
The scene from the show Barbecue Showdown

The best competitive cooking shows to watch right now – from Pressure Cooker to MasterChef

Looking for competitive cooking shows to binge? We've gathered a list of the 13 best cooking competitions you can stream any time.
Rose wine glasses

The 10 best rosé wines that everyone should drink

Whether you're looking for a cheap bottle or a healthier drink, we got you covered with the best rosés for this season and beyond.
Chef Jack Strong.

The Native American cuisine movement is on the rise

Native cuisine has been here longer than any food trend imaginable. Now, it's gaining some long overdue attention and sparking a movement.
Wine barrel barrique

What is a barrique? Exploring wine’s most popular barrel size

Barriques are the most common size and type of barrels in the wine game and are lauded for their functionality and ability to mature fermented juice.
Jefferson's Bourbon Rye.

Jefferson’s Bourbon makes the most well-traveled spirits you’ll ever drink

Jefferson's Bourbon has made aging at sea cool again. Here's what else the producer is up to as American whiskey continues to make strides.
A southern Crawfish plate

Here’s how to crawfish boil the right way (and everything else there is to know about crawfish)

Crawfish, crayfish, crawdads, mountain lobsters, yabbies, or mudbugs — whatever you call them, they're delicious. Here's how to eat them.
Chef Eduardo Garcia.

Pro tips from Chef Eduardo Garcia for cooking outdoors like a true mountain man

The mountain men of today are self-sufficient but also eat well when outdoors. Here's out to pull of the role.
Grill barbecue gourmet filet entrecote steaks at summer party

How to grill filet mignon on a gas grill: Advice from an expert

It's grilling season and there's hardly a more iconic steak than filet mignon. Here's how to grill the cut correctly.
Banana liqueur cocktail

The 10 best banana liqueur cocktails for a taste of the tropics

Warning: This post contains a bunch of delicious and unique banana liqueur cocktails. You'll go B-A-N-A-N-A-S for these recipes. (Sorry-not-sorry for the puns.)
The Quixote Bar.

The best bars in New York City: Our top picks

NYC has no shortage of great bars. Here are the very best of the bunch.
Todd Thrasher.

How a passion for scuba diving inspired one of our favorite rum brands

Todd Thrasher started a rum company after traveling the world as a dive instructor. Here's some related wisdom.
Wine bottles

There’s a big wine glut right now: Here’s what that means for you

There's a surplus of wine from Australia to France. Here's what the means.