Food & Drink

Walmart fired a huge blast in the private label wars, rolling out a new private label after building what had already become among the world’s biggest such brands. Competitors such as Great Value and other brands are getting company in Walmart aisles, which marks a huge, if only the latest, bet on private label. The

The sheer volume of operations at the Kentucky Derby is staggering. With 150,000 fans on Derby day alone, the effort to feed—and hydrate with the ever-popular mint julep—requires yearlong planning and precise execution from concessionaire Levy. “This is a monster,” Andy Lansing, Levy CEO, tells me. “And I say that in all the great ways.

Avian influenza, commonly known as Avian Flu or bird flu, is a type of influenza virus that primarily affects birds, but as recent reports have shown, can also infect humans and other animals including cattle. The origins of avian flu can be traced back to aquatic birds, where the virus occurs naturally. However, it can

We all know that Louisville, Kentucky is the land of bourbon, and the mint julep is the drink of choice for the Kentucky Derby, which its having its 150th anniversary on May 4 at Churchill Downs. But the city is also known for some great breweries. In fact, it was once a great beer city

The high-elevation Quinta da Fonte Souto wines represent the Symington family’s first foray outside the Douro Valley. The Symington Family of wine producers is best known for its portfolio of fine Port wines made in the Douro Valley since the 19th century. In more recent years, they’ve expanded into Douro table wines, largely made from

From its birth almost a decade ago, Waterford Whisky and its founder, Mark Reynier, have grabbed the whisky world’s attention. Designed to go against the status quo, Waterford Whisky has made it its mission to open the public’s eyes to what has been lost to drinkers by industry consolidation over the last century. Housed inside

If mom’s idea of a great getaway is using someone else’s kitchen to prepare lavish feasts, well, celebrate that. Especially if you’re invited on the trip! Rental properties are notorious for having dangerously dull knives, a lack of specialty kitchen equipment and often a selection of essentially much more stark than what was promised. Help

Country Archer’s Eugene Kang grew up stocking shelves at his parents’ gas station convenience stores. Now he’s producing one of the fastest-growing better-for-you snack foods in America. By Chloe Sorvino, Forbes Staff The tang of vinegar and soy sauce laced with the pungent scent of raw beef hits immediately as Eugene Kang, CEO of Country

John Arink is in an unusual position: he’s a livestock farmer who believes that people need to eat less meat. “We have to reduce our animal protein consumption, of course,” says the ruddy, bespectacled John, 33 years to the day after he first milked a cow on this land in the Dutch province of Gelderland.

For a harried mom, the recipe for a perfect Mother’s Day is undivided time with her loved ones without the hassles of waking up early, cooking, and doing dishes. Those are a few reasons why Mother’s Day Brunch is so appealing. These Manhattan offerings fit the bill, promising everyone a stress-free and memorable experience. The

The search for the perfect cocktail just became easier with the announcement of North America’s 50 Best Bars List for 2024. Now in its third year, the list highlights the exemplary cocktail culture prevalent across the North American landscape. Cultivated by William Reed Ltd, the same folks behind the highly influential World’s 50 Best Restaurant

What does one do after leaving a three-Michelin star restaurant? In the case of Fat Duck alumni Jonny Lake and Isa Bal, the answer wasn’t clear to start. Having started at the Heston Blumenthal-owned restaurant within two weeks of each other, Lake (its former head chef) and Bal (its former head sommelier) spent twelve years

In 2023, the world wine production declined by 10% to reach 237.3 million hectolitres. Most major wine countries experienced a very difficult year. France regained its position as the world’s biggest wine producer. Wine consumption worldwide also declined. It reached 221 million hectolitres in 2023, which is a decrease compared to 2022 with 2.6%. Equally,

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas and a significant contributor to human-driven climate change. It is emitted from a wide variety of sources some of which are fossil fuel-related, but many of which involve microbes. Fortunately many of these are being addressed. There are feed additives that greatly reduce the methane emissions in “cow burps.”

Often referred to as “The Olympics of Beer Competitions,” the World Beer Cup is the largest and most prestigious beer competition in the world. Gold, silver and bronze medals were awarded across 110 beer styles at the 2024 World Beer Cup at a ceremony in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 24, 2024. The World Beer

Yesterday the Chicago-based operator of Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen & Market announced the closure of all store locations as they plan to file for bankruptcy. Part of the recently merged Outfox Hospitality group, Foxtrot has raised $194 million to date, according to Pitchbook. Investors include private equity firms Monogram Capital Partners and Lerer Hippeau, as

The Brewers Association, the trade association representing America’s small and independent breweries, delivered its annual state of the industry address today. Bart Watson, chief economist with the Brewers Association, described it as a “challenging landscape.” “There were some positives and some negatives,” said Watson during his address to thousands of brewers and industry professionals attending

Fruits and vegetables are one part of our diet for which it is reasonable to say: “more is better!” In the US, most consumers are offered a remarkably diverse, year-round supply of fresh produce options, and for those with busy lifestyles, there are many “fresh-cut” options. That supply comes from five major source categories: Local

Wineries Around The World Practice Earth Day Every Day Though the official month of celebrating the earth comes each April, environmental stewardship is an everyday concern for many wineries. Here are a few whose recent initiatives are helping make it a little easier being green. Domaine Carneros offers a new rose that is “powered by

In the world of sustainable dining and innovative entrepreneurship, Camilla Marcus stands out. Recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Marcus is not just a chef and restaurateur; she’s also an activist for how we perceive our food systems and interact with our environment. Marcus founded New York City’s first certified