A novice cheesemaker’s guide on how to make cheese at home
A novice cheesemaker’s guide on how to make cheese at home
The road to becoming a cheese connoissuer is never a straight line, but we'll point you in the right direction with these beginner-friendly recipes.
A guide to the many gems of Santa Barbara wine country
A guide to the many gems of Santa Barbara wine country
Now more than ever is the best time to taste the quality and craftsmanship hard at work in Santa Barbara wine country. Here are some ideas for where to go.
7 delicious whiskey mixers that aren’t Coke
7 delicious whiskey mixers that aren’t Coke
While whiskey neat or on the rocks is likely the way distillers would prefer their products be enjoyed, these are the best ways to make a whiskey taste better.
The 19 best frozen drinks for impending heat waves
The 19 best frozen drinks for impending heat waves
There's not much more refreshing in this world than the frozen drink, especially as summer hits. Here are 19 to try in 2023.
These foods are high in soluble fiber and vital for good health
These foods are high in soluble fiber and vital for good health
Soluble fiber dissolves in water and can assist in lowering cholesterol and glucose levels. Find out which foods can help do this.
Everything you need to know to make Chinese hot pot at home
Everything you need to know to make Chinese hot pot at home
A savory broth filled with meat and vegetables, hot pot is a favorite among social gatherings throughout Asia. To learn how to make it home, read on.
Make these Sherlock Holmes-themed cocktails for your next party
Make these Sherlock Holmes-themed cocktails for your next party
Looking to up your cocktail game? Make these creative Sherlock Holmes-inspired cocktails and truly wow your guests at the dinner party.
Chicken oysters are delicious (and you probably didn’t know they exist)
Chicken oysters are delicious (and you probably didn’t know they exist)
You may be throwing away the best part of a roasted chicken and not even know it. It's time to learn about the "chef's reward," aka chicken oysters.
It’s time to learn about bourbon — here’s your guide
It’s time to learn about bourbon — here’s your guide
Born in the land of the free and the home of the brave, there is no spirit more American than bourbon. Here's a quick but thorough lesson on this whiskey.
Learn these amazing spring cooking tricks from a Michelin Star chef
Learn these amazing spring cooking tricks from a Michelin Star chef
Spring spells a lot of things but we don't always know how or what to cook this time of year. Here, Chef Vikas Kanna offers some sage advice.
You can now get this Michelin-quality beef delivered to your home
You can now get this Michelin-quality beef delivered to your home
Herd & Grace beef, previously only for Michelin restaurants, is now delivering its high-quality Australian beef straight to the comfort of home.
Why Parmesan isn’t the cheese you should put on your pasta
Why Parmesan isn’t the cheese you should put on your pasta
While Parmesan is certainly a very adequate choice — is it the best choice? We say no. If you ask us, Pecorino Romano is the superior alternative.
Perfect for any man cave, this 130-can beverage cooler is $50 off
Perfect for any man cave, this 130-can beverage cooler is $50 off
Best Buy is currently offering a beverage cooler deal on an Insignia 130-can beverage cooler, perfect for your mancave or game room.
Why Italian food absolutely deserves to be UNESCO-recognized
Why Italian food absolutely deserves to be UNESCO-recognized
UNESCO is on the verge of formally recognizing Italian cuisine. Given the food culture that exists in Italy, we're not entirely surprised.
Study signals bad news for seafood lovers hoping for fewer canceled crab seasons
Study signals bad news for seafood lovers hoping for fewer canceled crab seasons
Climate change affects us all. Crab have been hit especially hard as of late and this newest research isn't ideal for our oceans and their inhabitants.
Why Peranakan cooking is the unique Southeast Asian food you need to try
Why Peranakan cooking is the unique Southeast Asian food you need to try
A fusion of Chinese, Malay, and Indian flavors, Peranakan food is unique. Read on as we take a dive into this cuisine, courtesy of Kebaya restaurant in NYC.
The 10 best bartending apps to fuel your inner mixologist
The 10 best bartending apps to fuel your inner mixologist
With just a quick click and scroll, you can become a bona fide mixologist in no time, thanks to these handy bartending apps for beginners and pros alike.
Get 16 free meals when you try HelloFresh Meal Kits today
Get 16 free meals when you try HelloFresh Meal Kits today
This HelloFresh Meal Kit deal offers you a wide variety of meals to choose from each week at a steep discount. It is the equivalent of a dozen meals free.
The ultimate guide to disposing of cooking oil the right way
The ultimate guide to disposing of cooking oil the right way
It’s crucial to take a moment to understand the dangers of improper cooking oil disposal. That way, you can take steps to adopt safe, responsible practices.
13 foods for hair growth: Eat your way to more enviable locks
13 foods for hair growth: Eat your way to more enviable locks
Though our hair naturally gets thinner as we age, a healthy diet can help prevent hair loss. Learn what to chow down on in this list of foods for hair growth.
Get this popular air fryer for $17 with this one-day deal
Get this popular air fryer for $17 with this one-day deal
This air fryer deal, available at Best Buy today only, saves you nearly $30 on an excellent Bella Pro Series manual air fryer. Hurry, it will be gone soon.
Ninja’s new outdoor grill and smoker just got its first discount
Ninja’s new outdoor grill and smoker just got its first discount
The Ninja Woodfire Outdoor Grill & Smoker is a force to be reckoned with for outdoor cooks, and it's finally on sale at Best Buy.
Sotol is the super sustainable alternative to tequila that you’re going to love
Sotol is the super sustainable alternative to tequila that you’re going to love
Following the surge of Mexican spirits coming to the fore, Sotol is ready to have its moment. Given its highly sustainable nature, it may be here to stay.
These are the 7 best gin mixers to have in your home bar
These are the 7 best gin mixers to have in your home bar
The joy of gin is you can use a number of different mixers for simple, delicious drinks. Here are the best gin mixers you should have on hand for cocktails.
How to soften butter: 4 easy ways (no microwave necessary)
How to soften butter: 4 easy ways (no microwave necessary)
There are several ways to soften butter quickly without a microwave. With just a few common household items, it can be done in a blink of an eye.
HelloFresh alternatives: Have you considered these great options?
HelloFresh alternatives: Have you considered these great options?
HelloFresh is a popular meal kit, but what are the best HelloFresh alternatives and competitors? Find out here.
Buchi review: Should this brand be your go-to kombucha?
Buchi review: Should this brand be your go-to kombucha?
Learn about Buchi in this review to see if it should be your go-to kombucha brand!
Need an energy boost? Try these 11 foods high in vitamin B12
Need an energy boost? Try these 11 foods high in vitamin B12
Foods high in vitamin B12 provide essential energy-producing nutrients.
Mitchell & Ness teamed up with Miller Lite on throwback gear to help you look like your dad
Mitchell & Ness teamed up with Miller Lite on throwback gear to help you look like your dad
Well-made, vintage-inspired clothing from Mitchell & Ness that's comfortable and stylish? Sign us up.
Which came first: Pasta Alfredo or Al Pacino? The Manual investigates
Which came first: Pasta Alfredo or Al Pacino? The Manual investigates
They both provide comfort in our darkest hours. They both bring smiles to our faces and warmth to our souls. They are: pasta Alfredo and Al Pacino
The Chartreuse shortage is real (and here to stay), but we’ve got some great substitutes
The Chartreuse shortage is real (and here to stay), but we’ve got some great substitutes
We're getting used to supply chain shortages. Here's how to work around the latest, a low stock of green Chartreuse.
Give Mom what she really wants with one of these 10 Mother’s Day cocktails
Give Mom what she really wants with one of these 10 Mother’s Day cocktails
Once you’ve made her a delicious breakfast and presented her with a gift, there’s only one thing left to do: drink. Make one of these cocktails for Mom.
22 easy cocktail recipes you can make at home
22 easy cocktail recipes you can make at home
From an Old Fashioned to a Tom Collins, we've curated a list of easy, classic cocktail drink recipes that you can try making from the comfort of your own home.
7 incredible reasons to load up on blueberries this summer
7 incredible reasons to load up on blueberries this summer
Discover why blueberries are a superfood and the different ways you can enjoy them!
Fire up the blowtorch to perfect these 9 delicious foods
Fire up the blowtorch to perfect these 9 delicious foods
Have you ever sat around and thought, "Man, what can I cook with this blowtorch of mine?" Well, here's your answer.
It’s time to learn how to use a French press coffee maker
It’s time to learn how to use a French press coffee maker
If you want to learn how to use a French press coffee maker, look no further. We've got all the information you'd ever want or need.
Here are a dozen great gins worth drinking straight
Here are a dozen great gins worth drinking straight
We've compiled the best gins to drink straight in 2023. These complex botanical spirits can stand on their own.
How to cook on a Himalayan salt block
How to cook on a Himalayan salt block
You can cook pretty much anything on a Himalayan salt block. Need to bake? The salt block's got you. Here's how to use it.
The coolest wine shops in America have it all
The coolest wine shops in America have it all
The coolest wine shops do more than sell wine; they offer an immersive, multi-sensory experience. Here are some of the best in America.
The best pre-workout meals — everything you need to know
The best pre-workout meals — everything you need to know
If you're prepping for a big workout, what you eat matters. Try these pre-workout meals before your next workout.
End the day right with the 5 best nightcap cocktails
End the day right with the 5 best nightcap cocktails
A well-made nightcap cocktail is the preface to a good night's sleep. Here's more on the drinks and be sure to give these best nightcap cocktails a try.
Hawaiian coffee is about more than just great Kona beans
Hawaiian coffee is about more than just great Kona beans
Hawaii is a special, special place. That's true for the coffee it produces too, made expertly and done with sustainability in mind.
How to thicken sauce for just about every dish
How to thicken sauce for just about every dish
You don't have to be an expert to put together the perfect sauce for your pasta or steak. Learn how to make your sauce thick and luscious with this guide.
The main takeaways from the cognac vs. whiskey conversation
The main takeaways from the cognac vs. whiskey conversation
Let's breakdown cognac and whiskey, two staple spirits of the drinks culture canon. Here's how the two really differ.
The FDA is changing its stance on salt substitutes — here’s what a dietitian says you should know
The FDA is changing its stance on salt substitutes — here’s what a dietitian says you should know
The FDA has just made a pretty major shift from simply permitting salt substitutes, to actually recommending them.
These are the 10 most important cooking skills everyone should know
These are the 10 most important cooking skills everyone should know
While food delivery apps are great, learning some basic kitchen techniques is a pretty important life skill. Here are some of the best ones to master.
Museum finds wines from the 1700s hidden behind Prohibition-era wall
Museum finds wines from the 1700s hidden behind Prohibition-era wall
There have been some remarkable wine discoveries over the years. This one involves 18th Century Madeira in New Jersey.
Why nutrition experts say you (probably) don’t need that gluten-free diet
Why nutrition experts say you (probably) don’t need that gluten-free diet
It's 2023, and it's time to clear up these myths about gluten-free diets and foods. Nutrition experts weighed in on pros, cons, facts and fiction.
5 delicious (and easy) things to do with stale croissants
5 delicious (and easy) things to do with stale croissants
You don't have to throw old croissants in the freezer or the trash. This is what to make with croissants when they start to go stale.
Berries going bad too fast? Try this amazing viral TikTok hack that actually works
Berries going bad too fast? Try this amazing viral TikTok hack that actually works
Learn how to keep berries fresh for up to 10 days with this viral TikTok hack! Wash, store, and enjoy your berries for longer and say goodbye to spoiled fruit!