Food & Drink

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Earlier this month, Bologna, the capital of the Emilia Romagna region, welcomed Grand Tour Italia, a reimagined theme park. Geared primarily to domestic and international travelers, Grand Tour Italia offers an immersive, bird’s-eye view of the diverse culinary and cultural traditions of Italy’s 20 regions, designed

With $1.8 billion in sales, Sargento continues to innovate its top-selling cheddar, mozzarella and string cheeses, all while keeping the company private. And third-generation CEO Louie Gentine has a plan to keep shredding the competition. By Chloe Sorvino, Forbes Staff When it’s time to introduce a new kind of cheese to grocery stores, many brands

In 2014, when BeatBox Beverages’ founding trio showed up on ABC’s Shark Tank with their original stereo-shaped bag-in-a-box party alcohol, Mark Cuban sensed a game-changing opportunity to cash in on. A decade later after Cuban invested $1 million for a third of the company, one of the largest deals in Shark Tank’s history, BeatBox Beverages

Fornio is an ancient grain that’s been cultivated in West Africa for over 5,000 years. It is prized for its resilience and minimal water requirements, and has emerged as an important food source in discussions about regenerative and sustainable agriculture, particularly in regions facing water scarcity. Brewgooder, the UK-based ethical brewer known for its support

Julie Macklowe launched her eponymous whiskey brand back in 2019 as a top shelf spin on American single malt. “I always loved scotch single malt but there was nothing high end luxury that was American made,” she tells Forbes. “So that was my original inspiration.” Now she’s hoping to raise the bar for rye with

Matthew McConaughey has never been one to shy away from bold moves. The Oscar-winning actor has always done things his way, from his roles in Hollywood blockbusters to his eclectic personal brand. Long a lover of tequila, McConaughey launched Pantalones Organic Tequila with his wife Camila in the fall of 2023, intending to create a

In London’s bustling restaurant landscape, where competition is fierce and standards are high, making a lasting mark requires more than just good food. Enter Cornus, the latest venture from David O’Connor and Joe Mercer Nairne, the duo behind Chelsea’s acclaimed Medlar. With the recent opening on the rooftop of The Ice Factory at Eccleston Yards,

London is a city that thrives on reinvention, and its dining scene is no exception. This month, you can expect to see a number of the city’s culinary innovators breaking new ground, crafting dishes that are both a nod to their roots and a bold step forward. And they’re all quite the gastronomic globetrot, to

You may know Daniel Corpuz from crafting massive chocolate sculptures on Netflix’s School of Chocolate, but these days the Filipino-American pastry chef and chocolatier is focusing his talents on a smaller palate: high-end, handcrafted bonbons inspired by the flavors of his culture. At Daniel Corpuz Chocolatier, you’ll find popular flavors like sea salt caramel, chocolate

When the Craft Maltsters Guild formed in 2013, it did so with a mere eight member malthouses. Today, the Guild boasts 110 member malthouses, most of which are located in North America, but also hailing from around the world. Although the Guild does not have a precise number, it is aware there are a number

Tequila brand Clase Azul is known more for its approach to bottling than for the tequila itself. It’s awfully difficult to get yourself to throw out the hand-painted ceramic bottle once it’s empty because of how beautiful they are. Tequila Cayéya is also approaching its packaging in a creative way that’s sustainable and gives back

This historic spot known for its hospitality now hosts an art and authentic wines It was nearly impossible to pick just one wine to feature in a summer of swimming in excellent rosés, and difficult to choose just one among the three excellent offerings from Château Peyrassol. So, wine of the month for August is

Earlier this summer we tipped you off to the news that Benriach, the celebrated Speyside producer, would be releasing its oldest and most exclusive expression to date: a precious bottling of single malt collected from a single cask that was originally filled all the way back in the 1960s. Now that it’s available on shelves,

At the end of 2023, the Tasting Alliance assembled a panel of renowned beer experts in San Francisco. They sipped through thousands of liquid samples in order to determine the best of the best, across dozens of styles of suds. The annual confab is known as the World Beer Competition. Last month we revealed what

Working in the food system is difficult. It’s really hard work—and workers along the food chain often don’t get paid what they deserve. On farms, at processing facilities, or restaurant kitchens, clocking in means entering an environment that’s taxing on both your physical well-being and your mental health. And in the United States, the federal

New season, new restaurants. And autumn is consistently particularly exciting time for New York City restaurant openings. In 2024, plenty of intriguing spaces are opening across the city, including expansions of popular restaurants, new innovations by beloved restaurant groups, and completely unique concepts adding even more intrigue to New York’s progressively diverse and delicious dining

Hummus or hommus lovers know that grocery store brands usually fail the homemade test. They often taste sour, a result of the preservatives needed to increase shelf-life. As someone who tries to make more and better food at home, I started skipping the hommus shelf until I purchased a tub of Cedar’s lemon hommos. As

Do Japanese people make wine? Yes, they do—and in fact, excellent ones. The world’s biggest wine competitions, including the IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition, the Decanter World Wine Awards and the International Wine Challenge, honor Japanese wines with multiple Gold, Silver and Bronze medals. Japanese wine has been almost totally unknown in the U.S.,

Innovative grains that deliver both taste and health can be a bonanza for food companies After a long summer, back-to-school is suddenly upon us. This is a good time to examine what school-aged children and teens are eating for lunch. While nutrition content is improving, rising obesity rates and food waste persist. Food companies can

Just steps from Seattle’s waterfront awaits a luxurious getaway. Perfect for a relaxing layover, romantic weekend, family trip, or HQ for a Pacific Northwest vacation, Four Seasons Hotel Seattle elegantly occupies the first 10 floors of a 21-story tower in downtown. The full-service, five-star property is nearby ferries, restaurants, museums, stadiums Pike Place Market and