Food & Drink

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

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 we know who will be playing in the Big Game, it’s time to start planning your gathering of football fans and friends. If you are a host who enjoys a tailgate-style party and prefer to cook and fuss over the grill rather than watch the game, you are not alone. According to a

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

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

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

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,

“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

There’s obviously no shortage of spirits competitions out there these days. Indeed, judging booze has become big business, and there are countless upstarts now attempting to cash in on the trend. But it wasn’t always this way. When Anthony Dias Blue established the San Francisco World Spirits Competition back in 2000, he essentially created what

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

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

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

In the current era of conscious travel, where food plays a pivotal role in shaping guests’ experiences, the Mexican woman-led culinary team at Impression Moxché by Secrets in Playa del Carmen are turning the notion of a boring all-inclusive buffet on its head, redefining what a luxury culinary experience should be at a top-tier, all-inclusive

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

Establishing the UK’s top restaurant might be enough for some people, but not for Simon Rogan. Since launching L’Enclume in 2002, the internationally-renowned, perma-award-winning chef has not only turned a small Cumbrian village into a three Michelin-starred dining destination, but leveraged it to launch an international culinary empire (and even more Michelin stars). Fairly impressive,

This comforting skillet dinner is a mash-up of a very simple Wolfgang Puck dish and my favorite Julia Child recipe. It is essentially boneless skinless chicken with a white wine mustard sauce. I added sautéed mushrooms at the last minute because I love a mushroom moment but if you don’t, leave them out. I made

Coryn Anaya Clarke is not like most other girls her age. Born to a Trinidadian mother and Kittitian father, the eight-year-old is not only a published author of seven books, but she is also a cultural ambassador of the twin-island republic of Trinidad & Tobago. When she is not at school, or writing, she proudly

Each year in London, some of the most seasoned palates in the alcohol industry come together to sample through thousands of liquid entries from across the globe. The event is called the International Wine and Spirits Competition and the annual results, when published, can make or break a brand. We’ve continually reported on IWSC winners