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Alpha acid to wet hopping: A craft beer terminology guide

Craft beer has it's very own lingo, like so many things. Here's what to know.
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Make fantastic cocktails: The 10 best bartending apps to fuel your inner mixologist

With just a quick click and scroll, you can become a bona fide mixologist in no time, thanks to these handy bartending apps for beginners and pros alike.
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The 14 best Christmas movies to watch this year

There are far too many Christmas movies and they're not all created equal, but we suggest these standouts.
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The best wine varietals for mulled wine

Come the holidays, we need an even heftier adaptation of wine — one hit with generous amounts of citrus and spice and ladled into your favorite mug, piping hot.
A man bouldering.

Bouldering: A beginner’s guide to this full-body workout

Bouldering is a lower-stakes version of rock climbing that's a fun, full-body workout, and requires little in the way of gear.
Carrot Bolognese in a bowl

The best Thanksgiving side dishes: These creative options put a unique twist on a traditional meal

We've all had plenty of mashed potatoes and stuffing (yawn). Shake it up this year with some lesser-known Thanksgiving side dishes.
A bottle of Saison de Frai brandy.

Weird but cool: Saison de frai, a smoked trout flavored brandy, is now available

Flavored liquors are all the rage, and saison de Frai takes things to a new realm: smoked trout flavored brandy.
Close up of charcuterie board and glasses of wine on wooden table.

A pro tells us how to make the perfect charcuterie board

Making a great charcuterie might seem like an impossible task, but we've talked to professionals who tell us how it's done.
French 75 cocktail

The 11 best gins for a French 75, according to bartenders

The twist on the Tom Collins proves especially popular any time of the year. So, here are the 11 best gins to use for the French 75, according to bartenders.
Lingonberries in the wild

Cranberries are hard to come by this fall: How to use lingonberries in fall cocktails and dishes instead

It seems cranberries will be a bit scarce this fall, but there's an alternative you might not be considering: Lingonberry.
Trader Joe's store

Trader Joe’s has wine and food: Here’s how to pair the two

We'll tell you how to pair Trader Joe's wine and food for a great evening in.
Matsuhisa Aspen restaurant

These are the very best ski towns for foodies in America

Ski season is here and you should be dining well while you're not on the slopes. Here are the best ski towns for foodies in America.
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Got the munchies? Good healthy snacks don’t have to be boring

You don't have to give up tasty snacks just because you're trying to eat healthy. Check out some of our favorite healthier snacks.
A Chilcano cocktail.

How to make a Chilcano, Peru’s buzzy pisco cocktail we can’t get enough of

How to make a Chilcano, a great drink that leans hard into Pisco.
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These are the best restaurants in America right now

The American dining scene is a fertile and expansive banquet that you should fully embrace. Here are the 25 best restaurants within it.
A pour of nocino, a walnut liqueur

Bartenders explain the merits of nocino, the tasty liqueur you need in your life

It's nocino season, which means it's time to celebrate the Italian walnut-based liqueur. Here's how to enjoy the stuff properly.
Sazerac classic whiskey cocktail

The classic whiskey cocktails you need in your bartending repertoire

The ability to produce a delicious whiskey cocktail is still an accomplishment to be proud of (and show off, when you can). Check out these classic cocktails.
Ackee and saltfish, the national dish of Jamaica.

Beyond jerk chicken: A guide to Jamaican food

Jamaican cuisine is way more than jerk chicken. Here, we plunge into some of the island nation's other signature dishes.
The Multnomah Whiskey Library in Portland has one of the largest selections of rare whiskeys in the nation.

The most beautiful bars in the U.S. (for those extra Instagram-worthy drink photos)

The most beautiful bars offer an unmatched aesthetic. From Los Angeles to NYC, here are the most beautiful bars in America.
The Nightmare on 27th Street drink

These amazing Halloween cocktails are super easy to make

No matter what kind of alcohol you gravitate toward, you’ll find plenty of options for cocktails to make for your Halloween party.
The Force Majeure tasting room in the Milton-Freewater.

The Walla Walla wine guide: It’s not just fun to say (there are great vineyards here, too)

Spanning a somewhat less-traveled stretch of Washington and Oregon, the Walla Walla Valley is a fertile hotbed for some fantastic New World wines.
A set of Plantation rums from around the world.

You’re drinking rum all wrong – why you need to treat it more like wine

Even if you take rum seriously, as you should, you're probably doing it wrong. Here's how to properly honor the spirit.
Lut desert

From Death Valley to the Amazon, these are the absolute hottest places on earth

We're looking at some of the hottest places on planet Earth, from the Sahara Desert to Bangkok, Thailand.
Pouring whiskey

Know your liquor: A guide to whiskey terminology

Ever wonder what all the whiskey terminology you read really means? We've got you covered.
A scary sketched Frankenstein monster.

The best horror podcasts (listen at your own risk)

Ghost stories, real haunted places, freaky folktales, and more spine-chilling stories come to life in the best horror podcasts.
A pair of Guinness pints

Guinness Extra Stout vs. Draught: Which one tastes better?

Which of these two wildly popular beers is better? Let's take the plunge and find out.
A bourbon whiskey decanter and bourbon on the rocks in a tumbler sitting on a bar with bottles in the background

Here are the best bourbons, according to top bartenders

Getting the best of a category often involves getting insider info. For best bourbons, we reached out to some of our favorite bartenders.
Corralejo Tequila Tropical being mixed with.

5 incredible tequila recipes you’ve definitely never heard of

Tequila can be used in so much more than just classic cocktails and these recipes are proof.
Prairie Artisan Ales Brewery

The best breweries in America: The ultimate bucket list if you love craft beer

There are thousands of breweries in America but our shortlist of 20 includes those that not only make great beer, but offer something unique as well.
White wine

The fantastic fall wine trends to know before the season sets in, according to the experts

Wine trends change fast so it pays to stay ahead of the curve. Here's what to look for this fall, according to the experts.
A pair of mocktails

The 6 best non-alcoholic drinks to order at a bar, according to the pros

Looking for a fun night out without the next-day hangover? Drinks pros tell us their favorite non alcoholic drinks to order at the bar
A person in the kitchen preparing the food to cook.

Are meal kit delivery services worth it?

There are a ton of meal kit delivery services to choose from. But is subscribing worth it? Here's our take.
Florio Marsala barrels.

The 6 best Marsala wine cocktail recipes to make

Marsala is a fortified wine out of Italy that we normally just cook with. But with the good stuff especially, it can make for some quality cocktails.
A glass of passion fruit cocktail with garnish in a bar.

The 7 best passion fruit cocktails to remind us of the sun and fun

Passion fruit is evocative stuff, reminiscent of sun and fun. Bring that to your refreshments with the best passion fruit cocktail recipes.
Summer Sunset

14 refreshing Labor Day cocktail recipes for your backyard BBQ

It’s almost Labor Day and for many, that means one last chance to have a party. Here are the best cocktails to toast to this special time of year.
A profile of the Smashburger chef Ty Goerke

Chef reveals how to make a Smashburger taco, the tasty heir to the viral food throne

The Smashburger has given way to the Smashburger taco, a tasty hybrid and offshoot. Here's how to make one.
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The best podcasts: These are the insightful, engaging shows to listen to

These podcasts are a combination of great new shows and perennial favorites. Check out the best podcasts for whatever sparks your interest.
sherry fortified wine glass

A beginner’s guide to sherry wine, an incredibly misunderstood drink

To fortified wine’s discredit, we can’t seem to divorce it from Grandma’s cabinet. But it’s high time that we do.
Bloody Mary cocktail with lime

How to make a kimchi bloody mary, the best a.m. drink

There are a lot of bloody mary riffs out there. The best one just may be a recipe involving kimchi.
Ginger on cutting board.

Here’s why you have to stop peeling your ginger

You don't actually need to peel ginger. Surprise. We explain why.
Making a cocktail

The do’s and don’ts of batching cocktails at home

Preparing a party or backyard gathering? Here's what you need to know when pre-preparing cocktails for guests.
Solo Stove cheese pizza.

Review: Does the Solo Stove Bonfire Pi attachment make a great pizza?

Solo Stove has a pizza-making attachment that sits right atop the fire pit. Here's what we think of the device.
Cave Bar More in Croatia.

The most bizarre venues for a bar on the planet

The most unique bars on earth, set in the most unexpected places. From caves to high-altitude haunts, they are obscure.
Turkey being carved on a cutting board

10 foods high in tryptophan to help you sleep better

Looking to sleep better? Try eating foods high in tryptophan for a better night's sleep.
Can of Brooklyn Lager beer in between two slices of pizza.

Enjoy a refreshing beverage: The 13 best lagers to drink

Most Americans only know beer as a light yellow lager. But let's not forget that these best lagers in 2023 are also great in their own way.
An overhead shot of an empty wine glass, a glass filled with wine, wine bottles, and differently sized red wooden horses on pink table.

The 6 best wine club memberships you can get, hands down

Looking to sample new wines monthly? A wine club membership might be just what you need. These are the best options.
Heady stout

The 10 best chocolate beers for cacao enthusiasts

Here are 10 amazing chocolate beers that you need to try in 2023, blending a dark, malty body with the bittersweet notes of our favorite sweet.
Smuggler's Cove.

It’s always summer at the best tiki bars in the U.S.

Tiki bars aren't just watering holes — they're temples. Here are some of the very best in America.
A profile of the Smashburger chef Ty Goerke

This is how you make a proper Smashburger

A smashburger is a wonderful thing and fairly easy to pull off. Here's how, with tips from a pro.
Corn in Oaxaca.

Forget bland and boring tortillas — Meet the man popularizing masa in the U.S.

Masienda is changing the way we appreciate corn. We chatted with the founder to get the latest.