Food & Drink

When it comes to wines, South Africa is a bigger player than you might think. Rich in history, with diverse terroirs and innovative winemakers, the country actually exports over $600 million in wine every year – which begs the question, which bottles should we be picking? I’ve come with answers (as always), as well as

The world of rosé wine has expanded beyond Provence. Like Memorial day, the first day of summer (today, in case you lost track!) seems to kick off a certain set of rituals. Outdoor grills are cleaned up and tuned up in anticipation of frequent usage, kids out of school are compiling their wish list for

New York’s iconic sandwiches and sweets are becoming ice cream treats. Two iconic local brands have teamed up to combine their fare into summer-ready desserts. Russ and Daughters and Morgenstern’s are collaborating to release a collection of ice cream based on some of the most beloved Russ & Daughters classics: bagels, halvah, and babka. Three

Launched in the summer of 2021 in Jacksonville, Florida, DuBlasé is a premium, award-winning whiskey brand that speaks to the growing diverse spirits market, striving to expand to new markets across the United States while benefitting the African American communities. As we celebrate Junteenth across the country, DuBlasé Whiskey founder and CEO Darrin Eakins is

Many people drink dark beers only in winter and while higher strength imperial stouts may be lovely when the snow begins to fall, dark beers aren’t all high alcohol nor are they all full of sweet aromas and flavors. A common misconception is that dark beers are always high alcohol and always thicker, making them

Tucked away behind a blink-and-you-miss-it entrance on Bruton Place, just steps from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus, lies UMU, a restaurant that has quite literally stood the test of time. Now in its 20th year of business, UMU may not find itself among the hot new London restaurant lists creating queues around the

United States hop acreage strung for harvest in 2024 is down 18 percent from 2023, according to a report issued by the United States Department of Agriculture. Although the beer industry has been languishing over the last couple of years, the dramatic decline in American hops acreage may mark a turning point in the hops

Everything you need to know about one of America’s favorite red wines. Merlot is one of the world’s most popular red wines, and America’s second favorite after Cabernet Sauvignon. Known for its soft, sensual texture and approachable style, it’s made from red-skinned grapes that can adapt to a variety of climates to produce food-friendly wines

Mayfair is anything but lacking in restaurants. Widely considered London’s swankiest locale, chefs and restaurateurs have flocked to the neighborhood for decades hoping to attract the area’s discerning clientele. The difficulty doesn’t lie in finding a good restaurant, but finding a good restaurant worth its inevitably-sizable bill (there’s a reason Mayfair is the most expensive

If it seems like every week there’s a new competition out there revealing its list of the best boozes on the planet…Well, there is. The lucrative enterprise has blossomed into a full-fledged cottage industry. And consumers, thirsty for more knowledge on how to direct their spending, are forever eager for the guidance that this industry

While the Mexican wine industry is the oldest in the New World, dating back to the 1500s, it has only recently begun to attract international attention. In recent years, Mexico’s wines have earned medals from international competitions including the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles, and in the last two decades the industry has experienced a renaissance

Brewery tasting rooms are evolving and some are getting quite technical with it. Breweries traditionally have brought people together by hosting a variety of activities that were easy to achieve like trivia night, yoga classes, comedy nights, open mics or live music. In 2024 though, things are changing. With beer sales down slightly this year

At an event dubbed “The Beer Bash” on June 7, 2024, beer lovers and fans of Boston Beer Company — makers of Samuel Adams beer, Truly hard seltzer, Twisted Tea, Angry Orchard Cider and Dogfish Head beer — gathered to sample the wares of the six finalists for Samuel Adams Brewing & Business Experienceship. The

Food4Less is a high volume, California-based division of Kroger that caters to value-oriented shoppers. The busy stores are reportedly among the most profitable in their respective divisions. Yet after years of being underpaid and overworked to keep up with post-pandemic customer demand, workers at Food4Less are standing together for better pay rates and store safety

Syrah, also known as Shiraz, is a popular red wine. Though the spiritual homeland of this red grape is France, Syrah has been planted all over the world to great success. It expresses itself differently depending on the climate, soil, and regional style, though certain characteristics remain the same. Syrah is typically bold and full-bodied

July 10, 2024 marked a groundbreaking moment in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida as a unanimous jury delivered a verdict holding banana giant, Chiquita Brands International, Inc., liable to pay $38.3 million in damages to the families of eight farmers and civilians brutally murdered in Colombia by the Autodefensas

Everything you need to know about this popular red wine. Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most popular red wines. It’s made from red-skinned grapes that thrive in a narrow spectrum of cooler climates. It’s notoriously difficult to grow; when done right, it produces lighter-bodied wines of elegance, complexity and longevity. Pinot Noir is

Celebrated last Saturday, World Ocean Day is meant to bring awareness of the precarious state of our oceans and the resources we harvest from them. Because of initiatives such as this one, there is a significant increase in concern for the ocean (91%, up from 82% in 2022) and overfishing (rose from 41% to 47%

If you put off getting your dad something for Father’s Day because you have been looking for something a little more off the beaten path, then you are in luck. There is a whole range of fun and thoughtful alcohol-related gifts that you can still lay your hands on if you act fast. Here are

Founded in 2018 by brothers Jeremy and Josh Issakharian, who were raised in a family that harmonized Iranian, Jewish, and Texan heritage, Seven Teas has emerged as a brand that celebrates the rich, cultural tapestry interwoven with this age-old beverage. With 16 SKUs divided into two distinct lines that set to accomplish $7 million in