Food & Drink

June 2 is the Festa della Repubblica, which commemorates the referendum day in 1946 when Italians decided their government’s future after World War II. The votes were in, the kingdom sent to exile and the rest is history. The celebration of the creation of the Italian Republic takes place in Rome each year with planes

Raise a glass to the world’s best bars and bartenders of 2022—The Tales of the Cocktail Foundation just announced its top 10 nominees for the 16th annual Spirited Awards, which will be held in New Orleans this July. Considered one of the highest honors in the hospitality industry, the Spirited Awards honor the finest watering

Bettys is a 100-year-old chocolate shop in the UK. Every Easter the bakery celebrates by debuting a new chocolate egg creation. The eggs are decorated by hand, and they’re definitely not cheap. Here’s a look at how the company makes them. For more, visit: https://www.bettys.co.uk/chocolates MORE MAKING OF CONTENT: How Jelly Belly Jelly Beans Are

Michelin is touching down in Toronto, adding the Canadian city to its North American roster of reviewed cities. The inaugural edition of the Michelin Guide in Toronto will be unveiled in fall of 2022. Restaurants deemed worthy will be awarded one, two, or three stars. Bib Gourmands will be handed out to restaurants that ‘offer

There is plenty of bad news about the food industry lately. From profit-driven price inflation, to worker deaths from Covid-19, to widespread supply chain shortfalls, the last few years have been brutal to everyone who needs an efficient and sustainable food supply. But there is good news too, and stellar enterprises that prove that better

Since it opened to guests in 2018, Theorem Vineyards & Winery has been turning heads, both for its world-class wine and its ever-evolving architecture. Kisha and Jason Itkin bought the fabled Diamond Mountain property (previously owned by San Francisco surgeon Richard Beverly Cole) in 2012, and because the buildings had fallen into disrepair, it took

Local landowner Johnny Noble and marine biologist Andy Lane started the Loch Fyne Oyster Farm in 1978. Since then, they’ve grown it into a global business. They export internationally to Barbados, South Africa, and Hong Kong, as well as stocking in prestigious London retailers. But what makes these oysters so special? Loch Fyne farms Pacific oysters,

Father’s Day is just around the corner. And if your dad is into whiskey, we have just the list for you. In fact, if it were as simple as just buying him a bottle of the brown stuff there would be many lists just for you. This time of year, the internet is a deluge

Once known only for its powerhouse Pinot Noir, the state’s Chardonnays are rising stars. The Eola Amity Hills AVA boasts about 30 wineries and more than 100 vineyards, many of the focused on small production and sustainability. The AVA is defined by its marine-inflected breezes and so named after an Aeolian, or wind harp. Vinifera

Several trending articles over the last year have cropped up maligning the ubiquity of QR codes, most prominently by Erin Woo the New York Times NYT . The little black punctuated squares almost seemed self-replicating with their proliferation in an era of pandemic and its accompanying collective aversion to fomites and non-sanitized contact surfaces. From

The AVA’s motto is “down to earth,” which reflects both people and place. Yamill-Carlton AVA in Oregon’s Willamette Valley was the final destination for many pioneers of the early Oregon Trail. But it’s a good first stop for people wanting to discover the state’s Chardonnays. Located in the northern Willamette Valley and bisected by the

A dumpling is typically dough wrapped around various fillings, or sometimes no fillings at all. It can be steamed, boiled, fried, or baked. From sweet to savory, we’ll take a look at how 23 countries enjoy their dumplings. Editor’s Note: Momo is a popular dumpling in Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan, and Northeast India. Special thanks to

To succeed as a high-end hotel these days, food and beverage programs cannot be viewed as mere afterthought. More than ever, clientele are coming to these special places specifically for wining and dining. This ongoing series is dedicated to them. We’re circling the globe in search of the hotel bars and bistros that are destinations

Topline The stock market rebounded for a second day in a row on Thursday, on track to snap a seven-week losing streak, as recession fears cooled amid a slew of strong quarterly earnings reports that boosted investor sentiment. Key Facts Stocks moved higher as investors continued to assess the minutes from the Federal Reserve’s latest

As you celebrate National Hamburger Day (May 28th) this Memorial Day Weekend, retirement is probably the last thing on your mind. But as the sizzling aroma of those grilling burgers captivates your nostrils, consider for a moment how your retirement is like a mouth-watering juicy hamburger. “A hamburger represents all you’ve achieved and accumulated from

Firing up the grill this weekend? Add some sweetness to your summer celebration by keeping the coals hot all the way through the dessert course. In his new cookbook, Green Fire: Extraordinary Ways to Grill Fruits and Vegetables, chef Francis Mallmann does just that. And while grill enthusiasts may be familiar with zucchini spears and

Summer starts, officially, over this long weekend in the US. The Memorial Day holiday ushers in a sense of long days, hot weather, vacations… And road trips. It’s an appropriate moment, for an audience of enthusiastic wine lovers, to start a series about driving in wine country. It is more interesting and complex than it

Not that you need an excuse to drink these wines that truly speak of place. The state of Oregon is a small and shining jewel in the crown of American wine regions. That’s not only for its physical beauty, but also for its association with France’s Burgundy region, a trend started in 1987 when the

More than 44 million people in 38 countries facing a hunger crisis have been prevented from receiving life-saving shipments of Ukrainian grain by a Russian naval blockade, and now they’ve become a bargaining chip in an unprovoked war that’s contributed to food insecurity worldwide. Russia is now pushing for the lifting of some international sanctions

Born and raised in the state of Georgia, Korean American entrepreneur, Chris Young, is the creator behind a fast-growing caffeinated chocolate bars startup Pocket Latte. His business mission has remained crystal clear since day one: providing people with clean energy from 100% arabica coffee through one of the most beloved snack formats in the U.S.