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Diving Into Mole, One of Mexico’s Most Famous Sauces

In the land of sauces, mole is the royalty, as this Mexican marinade boasts a unique complexity and versatility that can be slathered on everything.
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Meet Montepulciano, the Italian Wine That’s as Fun to Say as It Is to Drink

Two of Italy's great reds are built around the Montepulciano name, but made with different grapes and distinctive results. Here's what you need to know.
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5 Notable Women in American Wine

In a wine arena still dominated by men, these women are shaking things up for the better.
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Majestic Mt. Veeder Is One of Napa’s Highest Sub-Appellations

While there's quality abound in the expansive Napa Valley wine region, sometimes you want something rugged and different, like the wines of Mt. Veeder.
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What Happens To Outdoor Dining in Fall and Winter 2021?

The restaurant industry is being forced to pivot yet again as the pandemic persists and the weather shifts in 2021.
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How to Set Up Your Own Portable Cocktail Program

To-go cocktails aren't just the stuff of your favorite bars and restaurants. You can make your own from home and pack them along on adventures.
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The Home Wine Cellar: Tips and Tricks for Getting Started

If want to hang on to your wine, then you're going to need a wine cellar. Here are some tips and tricks on how to build one.
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What to Know Before You Harvest Roadkill for Cooking

Roadkill can do much more than just rot on the side of the road or fill up menus at novelty cook-offs. In fact, it can make for a delicious meal when you go about it the right way. Here's an introduction to harvesting roadkill for cooking.
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How to Make Your Own Labels for Booze (and Why You Should)

Need a homemade gift idea or just want to liven up your own collection? Here's how to make custom labels for your bottles and cans of booze.
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The McMenamins Effect: How 2 Brothers Helped Start Beervana

Pacific Northwest chain McMenamins changed the craft beer game forever with its landmark establishments and unique hospitality.
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An Introduction to Understanding Volcanic Wines

If you're looking for striking, expressive wines that sum up the power of terroir, look for volcano wines like those from Mt. Etna and the Canary Islands.
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How Gift Basket Company Harry & David Keeps On Trucking

Almost a century on, the gourmet food delivery service Harry & David is still doing its fresh fruit and high-end munchies thing.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Greek Wine

Greece is an ancient land of philosophers and world-changing craftspeople but it's also home to a nimble winemaking culture worthy of your glass.

How to Use Fish Sauce

Fish sauce is one of the most unique condiments on the planet and chances are good that you're not using it correctly.
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6 Hawaiian Dishes You Must Try

Hawaiian food is about way more than shaved ice, poke, and spam, as these popular dishes and items attest.
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Looking For Dangerous Cuisine? Why Not Try Fugu?

In the wide world of cuisine, there's nothing quite like fugu, the famed and potentially deadly Japanese pufferfish dish.
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Geodesy Wine: How this Winery is Giving Back to Women

Geodesy Wine, founded by longtime industry leader Judy Jordan, is arming the next generation of women agriculture workers with the tools they need.
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Get to Know Alto Adige, the Northern Italian Wine Region

Tucked away in the mountainous corner of northeast Italy, Alto Adige is home to some of the most interesting wines on the planet. Learn about how Northern European influences affect the winemaking and what wines to try.
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11 Alcoholic Drinks to Try To Get Through March Madness

March Madness is back and the electrifying college basketball tournament is worth toasting to. Here are 11 drinks to greet the games.
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What Are Musicians Up to Right Now?

Most musicians are struggling as the world reacts to the health crisis, but that doesn't mean the music has stopped.
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The Legend of Kobe Bryant, Both the Ups and Downs

Arguably the biggest basketball star of his generation, Kobe was more than just a gifted hoops player. His legacy and his actions, both on and off the court, will not soon be forgotten.
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How to Host a Virtual Happy Hour

If you're not engaging in the virtual happy hour with distant pals, you should be.
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Blackout Tuesday Pauses Music for Justice

This June 2nd is now known as Blackout Tuesday by the music industry, a deliberate mic drop in the name of social justice.
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The 11 Best Cider Cocktails You Need To Make Right Now

Cider is tasty on its own but arguably better as part of a cocktail. Here are the 11 best cider cocktails you need to make right now.
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How To Infuse Vodka To Bring Your Spirit to Life

Infusing spirits is fun, relatively easy, and can lead to tasty results. With the right ingredients, you can make it happen. Here's how to make your vodka sing.
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The Best Big Batch Cocktail Recipes for Parties

Whether you're eager celebrate normalcy with a gathering or just need a stockpile, these are the best big batch cocktails to whip up.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Gathering Your Own Shellfish

Whether you're looking for clams, mussels, oysters, it's important to know how to gather your own shellfish (and what you need to do it).
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How To Transform 9 Classic Cocktails Into Frozen Drinks

Sweltering summer temperatures can woo even the most diehard cocktail purists into a radical possibility: Maybe it’s time to order and enjoy a frozen beverage.
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Hard Seltzers Already Have High ABV, and There’s a Push to Go Even Harder

The vastly popular realm of hard seltzer is beginning to show up in higher ABV form. Here's why.
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How to Surf: A Beginner’s Guide

Surfing and Hawaii go together like cocktails and sunsets. As it turns out, one does not need to be a pro to play around among the islands' signature waves.
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7 Rustic Lodges in the U.S. for Relaxing and Enjoying Booze This Summer

Drinking local booze while enjoying "me time" is possible with the best lodges in the U.S., all offering a sprawling drinks menu for gastro-junkies.
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Star Chef Mashama Bailey and her Partner Just Rode Into Texas and Wrote a Book

Mashama Bailey and John Morisano have succeeded greatly in the restaurant world. They've done so through hard work, writing, and a tested partnership.
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Wyoming Whiskey is Partnering with The National Parks Foundation

Wyoming Whiskey is giving back to the National Parks it loves and is defined by, through a tasty new small-batch release.
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This Asian-Inspired Hard Seltzer Brand is Supporting the AAPI Community

Lunar is bringing delicious Asian-inspired drinks to the hard seltzer scene and supporting the AAPI community en route.
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Remember Surge? Here’s What Happened to the High-Octane Soda from the ’90s

The highest of high-octane sodas from the 1990s, Surge, was big in its day, but what ever happened to it? And can we expect it back?
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Palm Beach Travel Guide: Where to Stay, What to Eat, and More

Where to stay, what to eat, and much more in sunny Palm Beach, Florida.
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The Future of the Post-Pandemic Restaurant, According To Experts

The restaurant realm has adapted dramatically to withstand the pandemic. What will dining out look like post-COVID?

7 Flavored Gins That Don’t Need Shaking or Stirring

Flavored gin has more to offer than juniper berries. Spicy, sweet, and citrusy, the best flavored gins have tasting notes you won't forget.
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What Is a Growler? A Guide to the Ultimate Beer Carrier

Beer growlers have a specific purpose: The safe storage of draft beer for later consumption. But who says growlers can't be stylish, too?
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Andrew Zimmern’s Tips for Hosting the Best Socially-Distanced Thanksgiving

For Thanksgiving 2020, one that will undoubtedly be the weirdest of our lives, we turned to a voice of reason in culinary personality Andrew Zimmern.
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10 Small DIY Home Projects You Can Tackle

Make the most of being at home by knocking out the occasional project and freshening up your place for Fall 2020.
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Giving Tuesday: The 15 Top Outdoor Organizations To Support Now

Consider supporting one of the many great organizations that work on behalf of the outdoor areas you love.
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How Oregon’s First Black Female Winery Owner Is Giving Back To the Community

Eunice Chiweshe Goldstein is Oregon's first Black female vintner and winery owner and is changing the game with bottles that support the greater good.
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Everything You Need to Know About Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Marvel's latest show, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, debuts this week. Here's everything you need to know.
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Own Valentine’s Day with This Easy 3-Course Dinner Menu from Hugh Acheson

You can assemble a great Valentine's Day meal for a special somebody or just yourself with these four recipes from chef Hugh Acheson.
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A New Generation of Makers Are Crafting Some Luxury Tequilas

Tequila is enjoying a luxurious moment, bolstered by a wine-like focus on place and quality.
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How Fly-Fishing Practically Invented Social Distancing

Fly-fishing teaches us about respecting personal space and how it benefits the community and the environment. Learn more about the tenets of this activity here.
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What To Know About Moroccan Cuisine, A Rich and Diverse Food Culture

Moroccan cuisine weaves together many delicious elements from a multitude of cultures, more so than most nations on the planet.
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How Hood River Distillers is Giving Back to the Environment

With its new Timberline Vodka, Hood River Distillers is giving back to the environment, with the help of an iconic lodge and an environmental organization.
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How to Pair Wine With Meat: Lamb, Poultry, Fish, Smoked Meats

Pairing wine with meat is not always as straightforward as it seems. We chatted up some experts on how to do it right.