Food & Drink

What a banner year it’s been for Bardstown Bourbon Company. Back in March, the celebrated Kentucky spirits maker received top score at the International Wine and Spirits Competition for its 6-year-old Origin Series release: 98 out of 100 points. And now that very same prestigious organization has just awarded BBC the title of “Worldwide Whiskey

Bourgogne’s 2023 harvest is complete. Despite roller coaster weather and a persistent lack of water, the Bourgogne Wine Board reports an overall positive outlook: “Sunshine and grapes.” After spending a week in the region this spring meeting with next generation vignerons, a persistent theme arose – wine freshness is under threat from rising temperatures due

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin When the news feels all-consuming, I often turn to cooking. This week, it was particularly fitting that at the top of my pile of the newest cookbooks released was chef José Andrés’ The World Central Kitchen Cookbook. Its pages have brought me moments of joy and

For the ninth consecutive year, Whole Foods released its food trends forecast for 2024. Last year, many of the retailer’s predictions were accurate and translated on shelf most notably a surge in climate claims on product packaging, the continued popularity of avocado oil and the rise of premium pet food. With Whole Foods being a

Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council has unveiled their top 10 anticipated food trends for 2024 in the retailer’s ninth-annual trends predictions report. Each year, the collective of more than 50 Whole Foods Market team members, including foragers, buyers and culinary experts compile trend predictions based on experience and expertise in product sourcing and studying consumer

American whiskey imported into the EU could soon become a lot more expensive on European shelves. This Friday a trade summit between the EU and the US will see both parties attempting to iron out a global agreement to slash lingering tariffs on goods that ship across opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean. But if

Jason Wright set out to create a first-of-its kind nutrient-dense protein chip for nutrition-conscious snackers. As the founder of WILDE, he’s done just that by using chicken breast, egg whites and bone broth in a familiar chip format. I sat down with Jason to learn more about his journey with WILDE, why he chose to

Like so many New Yorkers, an uptown institution is moving to Florida. Rao’s, the 127-year-old East Harlem red sauce joint known for its impossible to secure seats, is expanding to Miami. Located within the St. Moritz Tower at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Rao’s Miami will open for nightly dinner service starting on Wednesday, October

To celebrate the launch of its new “Elusive Umami” expression, which is available globally from October 17, Johnnie Walker Blue Label has announced a unique partnership with Grammy award-winning producer and DJ Honey Dijon. For the collaboration, Dijon worked with master blender Dr. Emma Walker to dive into the liquid’s blending process and complex “fifth

Drinking raw milk is an udderly risky thing to do. There are millions upon millions of reasons why this is the case—namely all the dangerous microbes that can remain active in milk that has not been pasteurized. So, it’s no real surprise that drinking raw milk has been linked to an outbreak of campylobacteriosis in

Those seeking a taste of Scottish charm now have a very good excuse to do so at Fairmont St Andrews. The hotel, a renowned golfing hotspot sat against the city’s gorgeous coast, has just relaunched its Manor Homes–and you won’t just want a taste, you’ll want a feast. Under the expert creative care of Russell

Over the past decade Singapore has seen its stature skyrocket to the summit of the global cocktail scene. For years, if you were talking about drinks, the city-state was associated only with the cloyingly sweet Sling that bears its name. A popular tipple, to be sure, from an iconic location: the Long Bar at the

At the crux of every fall and winter season, we find ourselves drawn to warmth and comfort, which often takes the form of a delicious drink. Enter the Old Fashioned—a classic cocktail that sparks nostalgia; this timeless concoction has been enjoyed and refined for centuries. A deceptively simple mix of whiskey, usually bourbon or rye,

Rarely have the words harrowing, hopeless, and perilous ever been attached to a wine release. Those phrases are the opposite of what people think when picturing winemaking. Yet, those words perfectly describe the story told in the recently released documentary, Somm: Cup of Salvation, and the accompanying limited-release vintage the story revolves around. The movie

The state of California is banning four food additives that have been linked to diseases like cancer and neurological conditions. The law that was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on Saturday will not be implemented until 2027, which is supposed to give producers the opportunity to change their recipes to continue offering popular products that

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Am I the only one who keeps Pinterest-searching “spooky food?” I’m surprisingly impressed by so many recipes: pink brain topped cupcakes, meatloaf monsters, spaghetti as bloody intestines, mozzarella balls melted into skulls, mummified jalapeno pepper poppers, pot pies with gaping mouths carved out of dough. I

In a significant move, the Food Standards Agency (FSA) has revised its recommended daily dosage for cannabidiol (CBD) in the UK. CBD, a legal compound derived from cannabis, has seen increasing prevalence in food and drink products over the last few years and the adjustment is driven by concerns regarding potential health risks. The FSA’s

As the autumn leaves fall and the crisp, cool air sets in, there’s no better way to find comfort than with a warming Old Fashioned cocktail. National Old Fashioned Week, fast approaching from October 13th to 22nd, is the best time to honor this iconic drink. Whether you’re an Old Fashioned connoisseur or a novice

Formula 1 will debut its Las Vegas Grand Prix November 16-18 with a 3.8-mile track that weaves past casinos on the Strip, and this unprecedented Vegas race week will also be a culinary extravaganza. Some of the world’s most high-profile chefs and restaurateurs, including Gordon Ramsay and Giada De Laurentiis, will be on-site for special

Nationally-recognized hospitality firm Method, whose award-winning restaurants include Wm. Mulherin’s Sons (Bon Appetit’s 50 best new restaurants) and Hiroki (best restaurant award from Philadelphia Magazine) is ready to welcome the Book Tower, a seven year long, multi-million revitalization of a historic landmark building alongside Detroit-based real estate developer, Bedrock, which has been receiving a ton