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6 Unusual and Delicious Pickleback Pairings

You don't simply need pickle juice and whiskey to make a proper pickleback. In fact, you can take the double shot with pretty much any spirit, some vinegar, and a few common ingredients you probably already have in the house — just ask the folks at Randall’s Barbecue.
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3 Healthy Tailgating Recipes That Don’t Sacrifice Flavor

As the holidays approach, we’re looking for lighter, yet delicious, ways to enjoy football season. These three recipes will make your game day a little bit healthier without sacrificing any of that precious flavor.
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7 Best Tequila Bars in Mexico City

If you're looking to go on a tequila-fueled cocktail journey in Mexico City, you have to visit these seven bars.
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Fennel Will Be Your New Favorite Cocktail Ingredient

If you're not using fennel in your cocktails, now is the time to start. These five drink recipes prove the herbal ingredient isn't just for bright salads and rich sausage.
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The Best Bottles of Apple Brandy to Toast Fall

If you're looking for the best apple brandy, these seven bottles are fantastic for sipping neat and mixing in cocktails.
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Teslaquila? Elon Musk Just Filed a Patent for Tesla-Branded Tequila

Elon Musk, the CEO and founder of SpaceX and Tesla, just filed a patent for a Tesla Tequila, dubbed "Teslaquila."
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The Balvenie Just Released a Collection of Cool Stuff Made from Whisky Barrels

The Balvenie x Todd Snyder collection debuted this week and it includes some of the coolest fashion and home goods — all made with used whisky barrels — that we've seen this year.
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Beyond Branca: 6 Best Fernet Brands That Aren’t Fernet-Branca

While we love the classic Fernet-Branca, there are other brands making delicious versions of the amaro. Here are the six best fernet brands to try that aren't Fernet-Branca.
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What to Do in Mexico City: 33 Best Restaurants, Bars, Shops, and Destinations

Mexico City is a vibrant metropolis filled with some of the best museums, restaurants, bars, and hotels in the world. Here are all the things you need to do during your next visit.
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Custom-Made Boss Hog Skis Are for the True Whiskey Lover

These Boss Hog Skis are made by Parlor Skis from the barrel staves that once housed WhistlePig Whiskey's The Boss Hog V, the brand's most prized expression.
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Get to Know Strega, the Saffron-Infused Italian Liqueur

We've been seeing Strega liqueur, the traditional Italian amaro flavored with saffron, on cocktail menus across the country as of late, so we asked three pro bartenders how to use it in a drink.
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Nothing Else Matters, Because Metallica is Launching an American Whiskey

The band Metallica is launching an American whiskey this fall in collaboration with master distiller Dave Pickerell from WhistlePig. As the blend is aging, the barrels are surrounded by intense, low-hertz sound waves, which supposedly intensify the molecular interaction and finish.
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The Best Restaurants, Hotels, and Things to Do in the Catskills

Here are the best bars, restaurants, hotels, shops, and things to do in the Catskills. This guide covers the best of both worlds, whether you want to check out the big ski resort mountains of the east or the burgeoning small towns of the west, like Callicoon, Narrowsburg, and Livingston Manor.
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Big Easy Boozing: The Best Bars in New Orleans

Next time you're in the Big Easy, skip Bourbon Street and drink like a local with these insider picks for the best bars in New Orleans.
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10 Best Restaurants in New Orleans, Both Old and New

The Big Easy knows how to eat and drink better than any city in the United States. The love for food and booze knows no bounds. With so many options from which to choose, it can be difficult to plan your eating adventure, which is why we''re highlighting some of the best restaurants in New Orleans.
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The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Sake with Dumplings

If you love dumplings and want to enjoy them with sake, this guide will help you decide which bottles to choose with certain flavors. Danny Cai from Brooklyn's Ozi Dumplings teaches us how to pair the Japanese rice wine with the little pillowy pockets of joy.
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Jersey City Is the Under-the-Radar Gem You Should Know

Sometimes considered the sixth New York City borough, Jersey City is an often overlooked neighborhood that has lots of amazing restaurants, bars, and shopping. Here are the best things to do in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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Are 24-Karat Gold Chicken Wings Worth the Hype?

We headed to The Ainsworth, a New York-based restaurant, and ordered a 10-piece set of the 24-karat gold chicken wings to see if the glistening poultry could make our shiny food dreams come true. Here's our review.
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7 Expert Tips for Cooking Octopus at Home

If you've ever struggled to cook a perfectly tender octopus, chef Gio Osso of Virtu Honest Craft is here to help. We asked Osso to share his top tips for choosing, cooking, grilling, and marinating the perfect ocotpus.
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Bring a Taste of Spanish Tapas to Your Table with the Boqueria Cookbook

Yann de Rochefort's Boqueria has been serving authentic Spanish tapas in New York City for a decade. Now you can bring the restaurant's lively, delicious dishes to your home table with 'Boqueria: A Cookbook from Barcelona to New York.'
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This Awesome Company is Helping Young Chefs Open Their Dream Restaurants

Pittsburgh's Galley Group is helping young chefs open their own restaurants by giving them the chance to test their concepts for a year with very low risk and low cost.
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You Can Eat Like the Locals Do with Traveling Spoon

If you're tired of visiting the same touristy restaurants as everyone else, Traveling Spoon is here to offer authentic cooking and dining experiences with their network of hosts across the globe.
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Cooking Sustainable, Nose-to-Tail Meat is Easier with Whole Animal Shares

If you're already committed to buying sustainable, humanely-raised meat, then whole animal shares should be the next step in your carnivorous adventures.
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The Manual Awards 2022: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Willing to give you their best recommendations for places to eat, drink and everything in-between, with the help of the people of Pittsburgh, we bring you our favorite places to explore in the Steel City.
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6 Best Places to Eat Chinese Dry Pot in the U.S.

If you like Chinese hot pot, you'll love its more modern cousin: dry pot. Here are the best restaurants to try it in the United States.
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Celebrate National Pizza Day with this Hearty Mushroom Pie Recipe

Pizza deserves to be celebrated, which is exactly what we're doing this National Pizza Day (Friday, February 9). Chef Dale Talde of Massoni in New York City shares his delicious mushroom pan pizza recipe.
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Cochon555 is Bringing Delicious Heritage Hogs to Your City

Every year at Cochon555, chefs compete by cooking nose-to-tail dishes from a local, whole heritage hog. The pork-heavy tour visit 14 cities across the U.S., culminating in a culinary showdown in Chicago. Proceeds going to charity
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Sweet Auburn BBQ Fuses Asian Flavors with Classic Southern Barbecue

Howard and Anita Hsu opened Sweet Auburn BBQ in Atlanta, Georgia, to fuse their Chinese-Malaysian heritage with the meaty southern staple.
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Old-School Glamour Meets Modern Comfort at the Boca Raton Resort

The Boca Raton Resort & Club is one of the most iconic hotels in the country. Here's everything you need to eat, do, and see at this South Florida property.
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The 10 Commandments of Spice According to Spiceologist

How are you using the spices in your kitchen? Spiceologist shares both practical and creative tips for making the most of the flavors in your cabinet.
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Sunday in Brooklyn Makes Sustainable Dining as Delicious as it is Responsible

With a menu focused on zero waste and sustainable sourcing, Sunday in Brooklyn proves that responsible dining is the most delicious kind.
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All the Reasons You Need to Spend a Weekend at Mohonk Mountain House

Now's the time to get acquainted with Mohonk Mountain House. This upstate New York retreat has everything from great food to adventure sports.
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Why You Should Serve a Barbecue Thanksgiving This Year

If you're tired of the same old roasted turkey and green bean casserole, pitmaster John Lewis has tips on how to throw a barbecue Thanksgiving.
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Why You Should Visit Kingston (New York, Not Jamaica)

We've rounded up all the reasons you need to check out Kingston, New York, including the best restaurants, bars, and hiking spots.
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LUMA Hotel is New York City’s Brightest Getaway off Broadway

The cozy rooms, world-class restaurant, and easy convenience make Luma Hotel Times Square one of our favorite new spot in New York City.
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Project Foodie Wants to Show You How to Cook

Daniel Holzman, chef of The Meatball Shop, demonstrates step-by-step recipes on Project Foodie, a brand new video-based cooking app.
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Japan’s Second City: The Only Osaka Travel Guide You’ll Ever Need

If you're planning a trip to Japan, it's a must to stop in Osaka. Check out our Osaka travel guide for the best places to eat, sleep, shop and party.
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INC & SONS Eschews Japanese Tradition and Leads the Way for Modern Osaka Dining

We caught up with INC & SONS food and beverage director Yusuke Fujita to learn more about the restaurant's house-aged whisky and menu inspiration.
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Wander through Japan’s Historic Capital with our Travel Guide to Kyoto

If you're visiting Japan, consult this Kyoto travel guide for all the best places to eat, drink, sightsee and sleep in the ancient city.
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The Weird and Wonderful World of Japanese Convenience Stores

Japan may have the most Michelin-starred restaurants in the world, but the real food magic lies in the country's Japanese convenience stores.
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The Tacos at Tokyo’s Casa De Sarasa are More Authentic than Most in America

When DJ Sarasa couldn't find authentic tacos in Tokyo, she took matters into her own hands and opened Mexican restaurant Casa De Sarasa.
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Hilton Odawara is Japanese Hotel Luxury at its Finest

If you want a truly luxurious onsen, or hot spring experience when you're in Japan, visit Hilton Odawara Resort & Spa for luxuriating at its finest.
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The Ultimate Tokyo Travel Guide

Discover the best places to eat, drink, sleep, and shop in Japan's ultra-modern capital city with our Ultimate Tokyo Travel Guide.
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Fantastic Seasonal Ingredients for Fall Grilling

Autumn is one of the best times to barbecue. Here are the tastiest ingredients to throw on the pit for fantastic fall grilling.
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What to Do in the West’s Newest Winemaking Hotspot, Lodi, California

Lodi, California is the next up-and-coming area of wine country, so we asked Bryce Willingham of Ravage Wines for the best places to eat, drink & adventure.
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Six Essentials to Ease You into Grilling Season

Don't even think about firing up the BBQ without these grilling essentials at your side. We have you covered from the grill itself to the finishing salts.
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Savor an Eclectic Japanese Feast at the New Dinnertable

When Ricky Arias took over the kitchen at dinnertable, he infused the menu with wildly addictive Japanese dishes. We talk to the chef about his inspiration.
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Now that the Weather is Warm, 5 Chefs Share their Favorite Grilling Tips & Recipes

We asked chefs from all over the country for their best grilling tips and recipes to get a perfect char and delicious meal every time.
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This is How to Pair Beer with Classic Greek Food

Kamal Kouiri, the wine director of NYC restaurant Molyvos, teaches us how to pair different style beers with classic Greek food.
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A Peek Inside Gardener’s Cottage with Chef Dale Mailley

We stepped inside Gardener's Cottage with chef and owner Dale Mailley to see what's cooking at Edinburgh's most interesting restaurant.