Food & Drink

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Long advocated for by sustainable farming pioneers like George Washington Carver, cover crops have been promoted as a key way to transition to farming that’s better for the soil. It’s also one of the easiest ways for a large-scale farm to start, all considered, because it

Día de los Muertos, the Day of the Dead, is a deeply cherished Mexican holiday honoring the memories of loved ones who have passed, traditionally marked by ofrendas, elaborate altars filled with food, drinks and flowers that the living artfully prepare to welcome the souls of their loved ones. If you’ve always dreamed of traveling

Ever tried to read through a menu, only to discover you have no idea what half the words mean? You’re not alone. A recent study has revealed there are more than a few colloquial culinary conundrums stumping restaurant-goers these days. According to Resy, the restaurant booking platform, 41% of UK diners have admitted to resorting

Since 2019, the Wednesday before Canadian Thanksgiving (which is the second Monday each October), has been dubbed Canadian Beer Day. It is an initiative of Beer Canada, a trade group whose membership brews over 90% of the beer made in Canada, eh? For those who are unable to travel north to celebrate the day, here

Oktoberfest in Munich has been a celebration since 1810, when Crown Prince Ludwig married Therese of Saxony-Hildburghausen and invited all the residents of the city to a horse race after the nuptials. Today, there’s no race, but it’s now one of the best-known “good times” on Earth as well as an economic powerhouse for the

Just in time for spooky season, and to celebrate Wicked’s 20th Anniversary on Broadway, The Plaza is adding a themed tea to its afternoon menu this October. The “Defying Gravi-Tea” Afternoon Tea will be available starting Saturday, October 6 through Tuesday, October 2023. Served at The Palm Court, the high tea service will offer themed

London is serving up a veritable feast of fun, foodie things to do in the city this October. Your taste buds are in for an adventure like no other, if the choices in the guide below have anything to say about it; from quirky, immersive food events to mouthwatering street food in refurbished power stations,

In restaurant kitchens, workwear is far more than just window dressing—it’s about function, durability, and quality. For years, Paola Velez has relied on versatile work jackets, otherwise known as chore coats, essential components in her kitchen attire. These coats serve as protective layers against kitchen accidents and a source of warmth during countless trips in

It’s been 40 years since legendary bartender Dick Bradsell famously combined a shot of espresso with vodka, sugar and coffee liqueur. A lot has changed in the cocktail sector over that time, but the enduring popularity of this particular arrangement remains steady. In fact, the Espresso Martini is as popular today as it ever was.

As the world gravitates to healthier food choices, the popularity of alternative sweeteners continues to surge. Gourmet Pro has listed Next Gen Sweeteners as one of its top food trends for 2024 and according to Whole Foods Magazine, the shift in tastes will be towards natural flavors and ingredients. For consumers, the desire for healthy

Tripping Animals Brewing, a craft brewery in Doral, Florida, is brewing three special beers to raise funds in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Center for Great Apes, a sanctuary for orangutans and chimpanzees in need. “Because, why not?” says Ignatio Montenegro, co-owner and CMO of Tripping Animals when asked why his brewery will

A peek at your Instagram in the summer likely showed snapshots of Italy — candy-colored homes stacked atop seaside cliffs, tables of aperol spritzes, and other imagery of the dolce vita. “Today in Italy, we have this boom in terms of tourism that is unbelievable,” Carlo Messina, CEO of Italy’s biggest bank Intesa SanPaolo. One

In 2022, the Japanese sake export reached a record-high of 47.5 billion Japanese yen, an 18% increase from 2021 and a 452% jump from 2013. Despite such a dramatic surge in popularity, sake is only associated with Japanese restaurants to most Americans. The situation is particularly frustrating to Dassai’s producer Asahi Shuzo, which exported 15%

Earlier this week, the Michelin Guide unveiled its map to the stars in the city of Toronto. At a ceremony at History entertainment venue, the guide expanded on its inaugural list of noted restaurants — first announced last September — and awarded several chefs and restaurants standalone awards. Two restaurants were added to the list

Any trip to Paris is incomplete without a visit to Pigalle, but a trip to Pigalle can be enough to satiate Parisian cravings. Named after the 18th Century sculptor Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, the Right Bank neighborhood once primarily known for the Moulin Rouge and surrounding tourist attractions is now in its cool era. Boutiques, cafes, restaurants,

To Fly By Jing founder and CEO Jing Gao, the mission behind her viral brand goes far beyond food. It stems from the magic of abundance, curiosity, and the ability to inspire change. While Gao is recognized as a chef, entrepreneur, culinary sensation, and renowned expert on Chinese cuisine thanks to her now ubiquitous brand

A February 2018 feature story in the New York Times described Little Italy as having “shrunk to a name on a street map and at most-a three-block stretch of red-sauce joints on Mulberry Street patronized almost entirely by tourists.” While Chinatown expanded its borders, Little Itay kept diminishing. But don’t tell that to John Delutro,

Who doesn’t love a good value when it comes to wine? While trade publications such as the “State of the U.S. Wine Industry” report on the price-conscious purchasing habits of younger consumers—$15 for a bottle is the sweet spot—there’s no reason to relegate these bottles to the young and thrifty. Here are a few that

Boisson, a leading non-alcoholic retailer in the United States, has received a $5 million bridge investment led by Pernod Ricard’s Convivialite Ventures. “Boisson plays a key role in the fast-growing non-alcoholic category, by discovering and curating the best non-alcoholic brands for consumers’,” shares Brandon Yahn, Partner at Convivialité Ventures. “The company helps the leading NA

Start with these three building blocks for building your wine foundation We’ve all see a parody of the wine snob: an erudite personage, probably fancily dressed, holding the stemware just so and making declarations of numerous aromas and flavors—many of which are unfamiliar or improbable. River rock? (connoting minerality) Cat pee? (yes!) Barnyard? (Yes again