Food & Drink

Earlier this month, I asked a dozen-or-so sommeliers what regions they were particularly excited about this year. They cited Lodi’s new-school Cali cool, Sicily’s mineral reds, and white wines from the cradle of civilization. This time, let’s gaze back into the crystal ball and predict what trends will surface over the course of the year.

Now that Dry January is over (insert Hallelujah chorus here), our city’s kitchens are finally firing up. Let’s get real, February is no time for culinary hibernation; it’s a month to venture into the gastronomic wonders beyond our postcode, and see all those friends we’ve ignored for the sake of our so-called “resolutions”. From sizzling

Valentine’s Day dinner dates are typically luxe, long, and well, predictable. Prix-fixe menus and Champagne toasts are wonderful, if that’s your thing, but if you want to switch it up this February 14, plenty of New York City restaurants are putting a unique spin on the classic Valentine’s Day dinner date. Think: Finger food, live

One of the most ambitious new projects to emerge in Kentucky bourbon in years has the potential to make big waves in the whiskey world. The massive Garrard County Distilling Co. just outside Lexington, Kentucky, began filling its first barrels on January 2. Those barrels will soon be joined by many, many, more, the facility

Nathan’s Famous started as a nickel hot-dog stand on Coney Island, New York, in 1916. Today, the restaurant has grown into an iconic global brand with its internationally recognized annual hot-dog-eating contest. Insider’s Jake Gabbard visited the Coney Island location to learn how the first-ever hot-dog-eating contest lured crowds to Nathan’s. In this video, Nathan’s

Fungi are everywhere in 2024, and one restaurant is dedicating its entire menu to mycelium. Third Kingdom, New York’s first ever entirely mushroom-focused dining concept will open on Thursday, February 1 in the East Village. Overthrow Hospitality’s Ravi DeRossi leads the plant-based project. “It’s no secret that mushrooms have skyrocketed in popularity over the past

If your loved one loves going out, they’re going to love these gifts. A restaurant date on February 14 can be special, but add to that charm with these gifts from and inspired by top restaurants. Edible products, cooking tools, chef gear and more will hit the right notes with restaurant enthusiasts who love everything

Go Brewing is poised to become the next hot brand in the rapidly expanding non-alcoholic craft beer market. Founded less than three years ago by a husband and wife team out of a garage in Naperville, a western suburb of Chicago, it’s following a trail blazed just a few years ago by industry leader Athletic

“I cooked my first meal when I was only eight years old.” Sheeanta Lambert smiles, multi-tasking as she prepares a green smoothie and an ice latte behind the counter of Ria’s Burgers and Coffee House in New Amsterdam Guyana. “My mother left to go to the market, and I used a chair to reach our

If you’re not observing (practicing? participating in?) Dry January and opting for the “Damp” edition, here are a few white wines that stand up to hearty winter fare without putting a damper on on your drinking. Eastern Europe Count Karolyi Gruner Veltliner 2021, Hungary. Usually an offering from Austria, this next-door-neighbor bottling is a medium-bodied,

Josh Pond in Whiting, Maine, handpicks 2,000 pounds of blueberries a day and packs 30,000 pounds per season. Every day during harvest season, from mid-August to mid-September, the berries are gently raked by hand to preserve their natural form. After the berries are lifted off their bushes, they are packed and frozen within 24 hours

As information trickles out on this year’s Super Bowl ads, it is notable that some major brands, including Budweiser, Coors Light, and Volkswagen are drawing on iconic imagery from their history in order to connect with consumers. This represents solid thinking as images such as the Budweiser Clydesdales, the Coors Light Chill Train, and a

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In recent years, Cabernet Franc has been stealthily gaining favorable attention among wine enthusiasts and Napa Valley vintners, rising from its former role as an element of Bordeaux blends and moving onto center stage. “The secret is out and for good reason,” says wine writer Kristy Wenz. But this surge in popularity is no mere

On the trendy Lower East Side in Manhattan frequented by many Gen Zers and millennials, the fast-casual Gotham Burger Social Club, which debuted on Jan.10, 2024, has become one of the places, like Smashed NYC on Orchard Street, attracting patrons for their tasty burgers. But for owner and founder Mike Puma, his new burger joint

Being one of reality TV’s first openly gay Black men, Karamo Brown, a pioneering media personality and mental health advocate, links empathy and understanding to building genuine connections. Known for his candid wisdom on Netflix’s “Queer Eye,” Brown’s journey has been replete with personal and societal challenges, leading to comprehensive growth and resilience. Growing into

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Aqui Hines opened her original 400 Degrees location in February, 2006, where its reputation for being one of Nashville’s spiciest fried chicken joints started to grow. 400 Degrees is located in the Bordeaux, North Nashville section, and seats 25 people. Then, she opened her second 400 Degrees at the Nashville Airport, in March 2021, also

Documentary Filmmaker Obakeng Malope is behind a campaign that’s aim is to help people with an unlikely source: beer. With high unemployment in her home country of South Africa, Malope turned to collaborating with breweries from around the world to raise money to get brewing training and business skills for young South Africans who may

The original Mamoun’s Falafel has been serving Middle Eastern staples to customers in New York City’s Greenwich Village since 1971. Insider producer Medha Imam visits Mamoun’s to try their legendary falafel, see how they’re made, and learn the history behind the beloved institution. For more, visit: https://mamouns.com/ MORE LEGENDARY EATS CONTENT: The Best Egg Cream