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The Olympic Rings installed on the Eiffel Tower ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

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.
Bar Primi Frose

How to make Frosé for a heat wave cool off

A Frosé is a frozen cocktail starring rosé wine. Here's how to nail the summer-ready drink.
Negroni

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.
A laborer carries a harvested agave piña through an agave field.

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.
Gin drink

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.
Two coffee cocktails

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 wine

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.
Harvesting agave.

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.
Young man eating salmon fillet with gratinated potatoes, leek and spinach in the restaurant with glass of white wine

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.
Emily Darchuk profile.

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.
Picked red wine grapes in vineyard

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.
Bobotie South African dish

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.
Wilderton Aperitivo and citrus.

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.
Person eating in restaurant with plate and white wine

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.
Jamie Oliver tomato soup

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.
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The 13 best movies of the 2000s you should watch (or rewatch)

Without a doubt, the aughts blessed us with plenty of iconic, rewatch-worthy movies. And only these 13 best movies of the 2000s made the cut.
bottles of mead

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.
Mirate bar staff.

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.
Cut of grilled steak with glass of red wine

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.
Frozen lemon drop.

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.
Fried pineapple slices with creme fraiche, mint in black square plate on dark background

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.
Making homemade pasta

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.
Tofu dish from Top Burmese in Portland, Oregon

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.
orange wine

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.
New England-style Clam chowder

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.
Pouring alcohol. Barman working at night and wearing uniform pouring alcohol into glass with ice

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.
Whole coffee beans

Hawaiian coffee is about to taste a lot better

Hawaiian coffee is getting a boost from some new legislation. Here's what to know.
Three glasses of white wine together

The best affordable white wine money can buy

There's a lot of great white wine out there. Here are the affordable best options.
Person holding red wine glass

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.
Brewer-Clifton vineyard view.

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.
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.
A pair of mocktails

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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Man using a pressure washer to clean a gate.

How To Power Wash a House Like a Pro in 3 Easy Steps

Power washing a house is relatively easy with the right machine and approach. Here's what you need to do.
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.
Person roasting coffee beans in a wok

This roaster’s $150 cup of coffee sold out in a single day

Splurging is a habit we can't seem to kick. The latest development involves a tiny batch of coffee that goes for $150 a cup.
A pile of Cometeer Coffee pods.

Review: Cometeer instant coffee might be better than fresh-ground

Cometeer is changing the instant coffee game with a cool new pod system. Here, we review the brand and its game-changing lineup.
Hacienda Esmerelda

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.
Lavazza canned coffees.

The very best canned coffee to crack in the a.m.

Canned coffee, like instant coffee in general, has gotten a lot better. Here are some versions to stock up on.
Coffee cup on a surface

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.
Black cup of coffee next to a pastry

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.
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.
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.