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The Official Knives of Flavortown: Guy Fieri Unsheathes New Knuckle Sandwich Knives

Guy Fieri's rebooted Knuckle Sandwich knives do full justice to the flamboyant foodie himself.
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Talking Food Trucks and Fusion Cuisine with The Peached Tortilla’s Eric Silverstein

The Manual Podcast crew sits down with Eric Silverstein of The Peached Tortilla to talk about what it takes to run a successful food truck and more.
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9 Cocktails Recipes to Mix Up for National Rum Day

Ahoy, avast, and other nautical terms! It’s National Rum Day! Check out these delicious rum cocktails and celebrate in style.
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Learning About Finger Wrestling, Mountain Cheese, and More Fun from Germany

The gang sits down to talk with Digital Trends' Senior Features Editor Drew Prindle about Germany, beer, and much more.
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The Business of Delivering Booze to Your Door, According to Drizly’s Founders

Did you know you can order alcohol online? You can, thanks to Drizly. We sit down with the co-founders to learn all about the business of online liquor stores.
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World Beard Champion Madison Rowley is Cutting His Beard to Fight Addiction

Multi-time World Beard Champion Madison Rowley is about to alter the thing that has brought him so much recognition, but it's for a good cause.
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The Manual Podcast Throwbacks: Revisiting our 50th Episode and Portland, Oregon

This week, The Manual podcast crew reflects on the 90+ episodes we've recorded with a throwback to an earlier episode talking about our hometown: Portland, Oregon.
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Celebrate National Tequila Day with these Awesome Agave Cocktail Recipes

As if we needed National Tequila Day as an excuse to drink more tequila. We don't, but we're going to drink more anyway. Here you can find some of the best tequila cocktail recipes to celebrate with.
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DFH Continues to Expand Spirits Portfolio with Dogfish Head Straight Whiskey

The brand known for their "off-centered ales" is back with their newest spirit, Dogfish Head Straight Whiskey.
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Olympia Provisions’ Elias Cairo on Making Charcuterie and More

The podcast crew sits down with founder of Portland's Olympia Provisions to talk about making charcuterie, pickles, and more.
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The Ultimate Road Trip Prep Guide from The Manual Podcast Crew

The Manual podcast crew breaks down the essentials for a good road trip. From accessories to great routes, here is everything you need to hit the road.
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Learning to Sea Salt in a Whole New Light with Jacobsen Salt Company

Don't sel this episode short. You'll be surprised at how much you didn't know about one of Earth's greatest creations: Salt. In this episode of The Manual podcast, we sit down with Ben Jacobsen of Jacobsen Salt Company.
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Celebrate America with the Return of the Old Camp Whiskey Patriot Pack

Pop country duo Florida Georgia Line has re-released the special-edition Old Camp Whiskey Patriot Pack to help support the USO. While the contents inside are the same -- it is still the same Peach Pecan whiskey -- the outside has been changed to be more patriotic
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Lance Bass Says Bye, Bye, Bye to Boring Cocktails

Former *NSYNC member Lance Bass sits down to dish on delicious cocktails, his new mixer line named Pride, and more.
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Jonathan Van Ness on Pride, Smirnoff Moscow Mules, and Game of Thrones

One of the stars of Queer Eye, Jonathan Van Ness, speaks to The Manual about Pride, working with Smirnoff vodka, and more.
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Talking American Brandy with Washington’s Mastrogiannis Distillery

The Manual podcast crew sits down with owner of Mastrogiannis Distillery, Ilias Mastrogiannis, to talk about American brandy, grappa, Greek spirits, and more.
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Knife Aid Sharpens Your Knives For You (and You Don’t Have to Leave Home)

Knife Aid is a new company that makes it easier to get your knives sharpened without cutting yourself in the process. You don't even have to leave the comfort of your house.
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Mooove Over Chocolate Chip, Because Steak and Bourbon Ice Cream is Now a Thing

LongHorn Steakhouse has a special promotion this summer, Steak and Bourbon Ice Cream, and we think you're going to enjoy it.
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Beers, Shots, and Friends: Why Everyone Needs a Dive Bar in Their Life

Dive bars attend to every type of consumer and bring people together in weird ways. Are they perfect? Sweet Jesus, no, but that is also part of their charm. If you don't understand, here are six reasons that will convince you dive bars are the best bars.
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This Foil Packet French Dip Recipe is Great For Camping

Ever wondered how to make a French Dip sandwich? Well here is a French Dip recipe that you can make over open flames. Because fire.
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Bring on the Bitter, Because Negroni Week 2022 is Here

Negroni Week 2022 is back. Learn about the classic cocktail and why you should be ordering one during this event.
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Grovemade Co-Founder Ken Tomita Talks About Doing Things the Hard Way

The co-founder and CEO of Grovemade, Ken Tomita, joins The Manual podcast to talk about woodworking, innovation, and why doing things the hard way is the way to go.
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How to Cure Salmon in One Savory Recipe

Learning how to cure salmon isn't only a great skill to have, but it's going to up your breakfast game for days. This recipe comes to us from Jon Wipfli in his new book Fish: Recipes and Techniques for Freshwater Fish.
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Our Food and Drink Editor Wants to Know If You’re Afraid of the Dark Rum

On the latest episode of The Manual podcast, we chat with our very own Food and Drink Editor, Sam Slaughter, about his brand-new cocktail book: Are You Afraid of the Dark Rum? and Other Cocktails for '90s Kids.
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What are Adaptogens and Why You Might Want to Give Them a Try

Adaptogens are meant to help you when life becomes unbalanced. Here's what they do and how you can try them.
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This Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe is Fresh, Easy, and Delicious

Want to imbue wood flavor without overpowering the meat you're cooking? Use a plank! See how with this easy cedar plank salmon recipe.
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Copper & Kings’ Newest Destillaré Expressions are the Perfect Mixers for Summer

Copper & Kings have released two new liqueurs in their Destillaré collection, both of which are perfect complements to summer cocktails.
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Chef José Andrés’ Beet Poke Salad Recipe Will Transform Your Summer

Chef José Andrés' new book, Vegetables Unleashed, offers up a host of great veggie recipes, including this beet poke salad.
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Pitmaster Sam Jones’ Cornbread Recipe is Perfect for Any Barbecue

You can't have a proper barbecue meal without the right sides. This cornbread recipe from North Carolina-based pitmaster Sam Jones will get you well on your way.
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New Book Remembering Anthony Bourdain is the Perfect Tribute to the Late Legend

CNN's memorial book, Anthony Bourdain Remembered, looks at the impact the late chef and author had on the world.
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La Brea Bakery’s Jon Davis Teaches Us Baking Basics

On this episode of The Manual podcast, we sit down with Jon Davis of La Brea Bakery to discover the baking basics every first-timer needs to know — like cookies are an important learning tool.
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5 Cognacs You Probably Haven’t Heard of for National Cognac Day

When it comes to cognac, we’d bet money on the names that any given person would come up with when asked to name cognac brands: Hennessy, Courvoisier, Rémy Martin, and Martell. Turn away from these four brands for National Cognac Day and take a sip from the 10% of cognacs you've never heard of before.
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These Riedel Glasses Were Made Specifically For Cocktails

Want to take your glassware game up a notch? Riedel has debuted a line of cocktail-specific glassware.
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Código 1530 Origen Extra Añejo Tequila Review

If you love whiskey or cognac, you’ll want to check out Código 1530 Origen, an Extra Añejo tequila that makes a great sipper.
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This Easy and Delicious Pork Rub Recipe is Perfect for Summer Grilling

Chef Adam Hayes from Canyon Kitchen in North Carolina shares his go-to pork rub recipe, which boasts a "balance of heat, sweet, and salt."
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Take a Walk on the Wild Side with the Oregon Zoo

Ever wanted to know what it's like to work for a zoo? We sat down with folks from the Oregon Zoo to find out all about it on this week's episode of The Manual podcast.
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Sailor Jerry Rum Releases First New Product in Almost 20 Years, Savage Apple

Savage Apple is flavored with green apple and cinnamon and poised to be a great summer shooter.
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Booker’s Newest Bourbon, Shiny Barrel Batch, is an Ode to Bygone Traditions

The second release from Booker's for 2019 is here. We present their "Shiny Barrel Batch."
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Ardbeg Drum is the Newest Ardbeg Day Special Scotch Whisky Release

This year for Ardbeg Day, the brand is releasing a Caribbean-inspired whisky that they've named Ardbeg Drum.
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Your Cocktails Will Never Be the Same: How to Dehydrate Fruit for Garnishes and More

Who needs regular orange slices on your cocktail when you can learn how to dehydrate fruit and make your garnishes next-level?
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Ted Danson on Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions and How to Throw a Fun Summer Party

The star of The Good Place dishes on Smirnoff's latest product, Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions as well as how to throw a fun summer party.
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Zane Lamprey on What it’s Like to Get Paid to Travel the World and Drink

Host of Four Sheets (among other shows) Zane Lamprey sits down with the Beards, Booze, and Bacon crew to talk about hosting a show about drinking, what it's like to travel the world, and much more.
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Tap Your Inner Ron Swanson with This Epic Memorial Day Meat Recipe

It's time to loosen those belts and prepare to dig in to this amazing Memorial Day meat feast courtesy of San Francisco's EPIC Steak.

FEW Italia Bourbon Whiskey Review

FEW Spirits likes to do things differently. Italia Bourbon is the distillery's new take on a wine cask-finished whiskey. Here's our review.
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How to Choose the Right Kitchen Knife for You (Video)

If you've never walked into an actual knife store, the first thing you'll realize is that it can be a little overwhelming. Guidance is key, which is why we paired up with the owner of the Portland Knife House, Eytan Zias, to find out how to choose a kitchen knife that best fits your needs
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Learn All About Irish Whiskey with From Barley to Blarney

Released in April 2019, From Barley to Blarney is a paean to all things Irish whiskey from the proprietors of The Dead Rabbit.
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Westland Distillery’s Matt Hoffman on the Rise of American Single Malt Whiskey

Matt Hoffman, co-founder of Seattle's Westland Distillery, sits down with The Manual podcast to discuss one of the newest categories of whiskey, American Single Malt Whiskey.
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Switch Up Your Pasta Routine with this Delicious Gnocchi Recipe

We turn to James Beard Award-winning chef Gerard Craft to find out what makes his gnocchi recipe so darn good (and how to make it).
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Branch Out from Basic ‘Bucha with Wild Tonic Jun Kombucha

If you’re a fan of kombucha, we have a new drink that we think you’re going to like: jun. Pronounced like the month, jun is a fermented beverage a la kombucha that has a higher alcohol percentage and, depending on who you ask (and what flavors you try), can be tastier than ‘bucha.
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Chef Justin Cucci on Why We Should Be Eating More Bugs

Ever thought about the alternative proteins we know better as bugs? The Manual podcast gang sits down with chef Justin Cucci to get the 4-1-1 on eating some 4(+)-legged friends.