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#festive-beverages

Cocktails

11 Manhattan Riffs Every Whiskey Lover Should Know

The Most Underrated Cocktails on Every Bar Menu

Many classic cocktails, like the Aviation and Bee's Knees, are underrated and often overlooked by drinkers.

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Cocktails

How Chicago's Most Exciting New Bar Keeps Cocktails Affordable | PUNCH

1 week ago

This Old Fashioned Twist Combines Two American Classics In One Cocktail - Tasting Table

The Old Fashioned cocktail can be creatively adapted with apple flavors for a unique twist on a classic drink.

2 weeks ago

30 Bright Cocktail Recipes That Are Perfect For Springtime Sipping - Tasting Table

Spring is ideal for refreshing cocktails featuring light ingredients like berries, herbs, and citrus.

7 hours ago

Italian Rainbow Cookie Martini Recipe - Tasting Table

Cocktails, especially dessert-inspired martinis, provide a delightful end to a meal, combining flavors reminiscent of Italian rainbow cookies.

fromFood & Wine

11 Manhattan Riffs Every Whiskey Lover Should Know

The Manhattan cocktail has evolved since the late 1800s, inspiring numerous variations while maintaining its classic essence.

The Most Underrated Cocktails on Every Bar Menu

Many classic cocktails, like the Aviation and Bee's Knees, are underrated and often overlooked by drinkers.

fromPUNCH

How Chicago's Most Exciting New Bar Keeps Cocktails Affordable | PUNCH

Cocktail prices at The Radicle are kept low at $10 to ensure affordability while maintaining profitability.

1 week ago

This Old Fashioned Twist Combines Two American Classics In One Cocktail - Tasting Table

The Old Fashioned cocktail can be creatively adapted with apple flavors for a unique twist on a classic drink.

2 weeks ago

30 Bright Cocktail Recipes That Are Perfect For Springtime Sipping - Tasting Table

Spring is ideal for refreshing cocktails featuring light ingredients like berries, herbs, and citrus.

Make Mushrooms A Gourmet Burger Topping By Braising Them In This Liquid - Tasting Table

Braising mushrooms in beer enhances their flavor, making them a gourmet topping for burgers.

Germany news

fromApartment Therapy

1 day ago

My German Friend Told Me About "Stammstich," and It Changed My Life

Stammtisch is a German tradition of informal gatherings that strengthens friendships without the need for RSVPs or excuses for absence.

Silicon Valley food

fromTravel + Leisure

1 day ago

This Charming California Beach Town Is Hosting a Weeklong Food and Wine Festival This June

Carmel-by-the-Sea hosts 'Art of the Plate' culinary week from June 5 to June 13, featuring 30 restaurants and various themed events.

fromwww.nytimes.com

A Dublin Pub-Crawl, but Hold the Booze

Alcohol-free options are increasingly popular in Irish pubs as drinking habits shift towards moderation and health consciousness.

London food

fromTime Out London

This Shoreditch wine bar will soon serve Britain's greatest toasties

Nekter in East London is collaborating with Michelin-starred chefs to create gourmet toasted sandwiches paired with low-intervention wines.

Wine

Everything That Happens When You Order Booze Online

Buying alcohol online involves complex regulations and logistics managed by companies like Vista Fulfillment Group.

fromTime Out New York

Temple Bar's '90s takeover hits NYC this month

Temple Bar is going full throwback this April with a two-night '90s takeover that leans all the way into downtown nostalgia, transforming into a 'living time capsule' with low lighting and oversized martini glasses.

NYC music

Everyday cooking

30 Recipes To Use Up A Bunch Of Eggs Before They Go Bad - Tasting Table

Eggs are versatile and can be used in various recipes beyond scrambling or poaching.

East Bay food

fromThe Mercury News

We sampled snacks at 7 of the Bay Area's wildly popular Asian mega-markets

The Bay Area is experiencing a surge in Asian grocery store openings, reflecting the growing interest in Asian cuisine among Americans.

LA food

fromLos Angeles Times

6 days ago

9 easy last-minute brunch recipes for Easter Sunday

Brunch ideas for Easter include muffins, salads, and dishes using fresh herbs.

fromwww.theguardian.com

Cream sherry: a forgotten taste that's worth rediscovering

Cream sherry has an enduring image that it has struggled to shake off, being seen as the emblematic Little English tipple of a bygone time, while other sherries have gained new cachet.

Beer

Wine

fromBon Appetit

Once Overlooked, Eau de Vie Is More Exciting Than Ever

Eau-de-vie remains a niche spirit in America, often overshadowed by more familiar digestifs like cognac and amaro.

Everyday cooking

fromwww.theguardian.com

How to pick the best figs? Inspect their bottoms: Alice Zaslavsky's figs on herby labneh with pomegranate dressing recipe

Figs are ancient fruits that require tactile assessment for quality, and labneh is a popular dish made from strained yoghurt.

Cooking

6 days ago

Give Prime Rib A Pastrami-Inspired Crust For Bold Flavor - Tasting Table

A dry rub using classic pastrami seasonings enhances the flavor of prime rib roast.

You'll Never Eat Grilled Cheese The Same Again After You Try It Beer-Battered - Tasting Table

Beer-battering grilled cheese elevates the dish with flavor and texture, enhancing the experience beyond a simple sandwich.

Cooking

fromBon Appetit

6 days ago

These Transportive Jellies Are So Much More Than Dessert

Patience is essential for creating stunning jelly desserts, as demonstrated by chef Thu Buser's intricate techniques and colorful flavor combinations.

6 Chain Restaurants Serving The Best Bloody Marys - Tasting Table

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse offers highly praised Bloody Marys with unique flavors and garnishes, making it a top choice for cocktail enthusiasts.

Why Malt Liquor Is Struggling To Survive - Tasting Table

Malt liquor's popularity has declined due to changing consumer preferences and the rise of alternative alcoholic beverages.

fromVinePair

We Just Drank 32 of NYC's Best Martinis, Here's What We Learned

Martini Madness crowned a champion after sampling nearly 100 Martinis, highlighting gin's dominance and the trend towards seafood flavors.

10 Dazzling Cocktail Recipes Starring Sweet Vermouth - Tasting Table

Sweet vermouth is a richer, fruitier counterpart to dry vermouth, enhancing cocktails with its complexity and sweetness.

fromPUNCH

OK But How Dirty Is a Dirty Martini, Really?

Dirty Martinis are increasingly customizable, with varying levels of brine intensity defined by a scale at different bars.

fromEater

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Chicago's Most Exciting New Bar Program

The Radicle offers cocktails at $10 by carefully managing costs and pricing strategies.

Food & drink

19 Winter Beverage Recipes Beyond Hot Chocolate To Keep You Cozy All Season - Tasting Table

A variety of cozy, flavorful hot beverages beyond hot chocolate can elevate winter routines with fruity teas, spicy blends, and indulgent cream-topped lattes.

fromDefector

People Of America, It Is Cocktail Hour | Defector

But then the playoffs arrive, and you and I are reminded of what makes twilight football-outdoors and on grass-special. You start off in broad daylight as both teams fuck around for a quarter or two. Then the sun slowly begins to bleed away, taking all distractions along with it as it sinks below the horizon. Now we're in primetime, when everyone is watching. Now every player on the field is in the spotlight, and you, the viewer at home, are dialed in.

National Football League

from101 Cookbooks

3 months ago

Holiday Baking Beyond Cookies

Let's talk about holiday baking that goes beyond cookies! These are the festive winter bakes to try. The list includes an ultra fragrant gingerbread cake, a bright citrus loaf, and the perfect flourless chocolate cake. Few people love baking holiday cookies more than me, but a good amount of my favorite December baking happens outside the cookie platter. Think fragrant spice cakes, all things citrus, buttery, and bright - or deep, melty chocolate on the frostiest nights.

Food & drink

The Best Cocktails to Drink If You Like a Hot Toddy

Fans of the Hot Toddy will love the warming, boozy flavors of a well-made Mulled Wine. This drink is about as timeless as it gets, with origins in ancient Rome. At its essence, it's a warm drink featuring red wine, orange slices, honey (or maple syrup), wintry spices and an additional spirit like brandy or whiskey (or any spirit you have on hand).

Food & drink

Cooking

fromLos Angeles Times

This week, 4 holidays collided. Here's what to cook for all of them

Overlapping holidays and a solar eclipse inspired reflection and celebratory cooking, highlighting symbolic foods and cross-cultural festive traditions, from dumplings to beignets.

Food & drink

The Best Way to Drink Less, According to a Non-Alc Brand

Curious Elixirs, founded in 2015, scaled significantly and expanded from booze-free craft cocktails into beer amid a crowded, evolving non-alcoholic market.

It's Time to Take Beer Cocktails Seriously

Beer cocktails are evolving from simple two-ingredient mixes to more complex, intentional creations with growing interest from notable cocktail bars.

The Whipped Cream Trick For Hot Chocolate That Would Make Santa Jealous - Tasting Table

Frozen whipped cream shapes in ice cube molds or cookie cutters create festive hot chocolate garnishes that melt into sweet creaminess while enhancing visual appeal.

fromEpicurious

4 years ago

31 Spring Cocktails for Warmer Days Ahead

Spring cocktails should feature seasonal produce, fresh herbs, and fizzy elements for outdoor enjoyment during warm weather months.

fromA Couple Cooks

10 Hot Alcoholic Drinks to Keep You Warm

Warm spiked beverages like buttered rum, mulled wine, and spiked cider are effective, cozy ways to take the chill off during cold weather.

Winter Blood Orange Mocktail Recipe - Tasting Table

Winter blood orange mocktail pairs rosemary- and star-anise–infused honey with lime and ginger beer for a colorful, citrusy, herb-spiced nonalcoholic drink.

fromA Couple Cooks

15 Upscale Drinks That Impress

Stock a home bar with uncommon ingredients (Chartreuse, maraschino, Lillet Blanc) gradually, starting by buying for one or two drinks and adding bottles over time.

fromA Couple Cooks

20 Easy Mocktail Recipes

Create complex mocktails by using carbonated mixers, savory 'mock' alcohol like caper or pickle juice, flavored simple syrups, nonalcoholic bitters, and striking garnishes.

fromwww.esquire.com

12 Best Ginger Beer Cocktails You'll Want to Make All Year, According to Experts

Ginger beer adds spicy, sweet, fizzy contrast to cocktails and can complement gastrointestinal benefits of ginger despite the drink's sugar content.

fromwww.7x7.com