Food & Drink

In an era increasingly defined by environmental urgency, few leaders embody the nexus of business innovation and social impact quite as well as Natalie Campbell. As co-CEO of social enterprise Belu Water, Campbell’s mission is as ambitious as it is vital: to donate at least £1 million ($1.2 million) per year to WaterAid. Only, that’s

There’s something coquettish about a box of Nomadica wine sitting on the edge of a counter. In order to activate it and retrieve the liquid inside, one must approach it, push its spout, and watch it fill up the glass below. It’s an act most drinkers are not used to. While change can be uncomfortable,

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Bourbon is more than just a spirit; it symbolizes craftsmanship, tradition, and celebration, making it the perfect holiday gift for any spirit lover on your shopping list. That’s why you need a good bourbon gift guide. Rooted in a rich history that is almost as old

Looking for some instant holiday cheer? Uber is ready to provide all the Christmastime vibes with the press of a button. A new seasonal offering will help Uber users request on-demand carolers, Christmas tree deliveries, gifts and more, all via the Uber Eats app. “We designed this festive suite of limited-edition products to bring a

John Holl hosts or co-hosts three podcasts about beer and produces three more, has written six books about beer, is the editor and co-owner of All About Beer and writes about beer for innumerable publications. When Holl talks, people drink. A Born Journalist Holl has been a journalist since the age of 16, landing a

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Every year, I take stock of some of the beers I had throughout the year that made me stop and go, oh wow, what is this? As someone who drinks a lot of different beers (in moderation), it’s always exciting to have a beer stop you

Food and beverage (F&B) startups could get a leg up with Avolta, the world’s biggest travel retailer, thanks to a new innovation hub that has taken flight in Milan. A year in the making, it has now onboarded its first five newbies—with plans for more, and across the wider retail segments. The incubator for novel

Mexico, the birthplace of corn, is witnessing a new wave of innovation in whisky, as a distillery just outside Mérida, Yucatán, is challenging traditional notions of what corn-based spirits can be. While whisky has evolved in both geography and profile over the last century, Gran Maizal is writing a new chapter by returning to corn’s

New year, new trends. And 2024 had plenty of dominant restaurant fads that will likely continue into 2025. Yelp curated a list of the best restaurants that opened in the last eighteen months, narrowing the top list of newcomers down to 25 spots that defined dining in 2024. To find the top new restaurants, Yelp

Well, it’s been quite the year of eating, hasn’t it? From buzzy new openings to rediscovered stalwarts, London’s food scene has kept us on our toes, and its tables, for months on end. Over 2024 we’ve seen chefs embracing hyper-local ingredients, diners warming to bold, unexpected flavor pairings, and menus that tell unforgettable stories. So,

Mason Walker and Clay Risen know a few things about legendary whiskey. The former holds claim to one of the world’s most expansive collections of vintage bourbons and ryes. The latter is one of the world’s preeminent authors on those classic categories of spirit. Together the duo have collaborated on Bourbon Lore, a new book

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin A tasting menu showcases a chef’s culinary talents and aims to tell a story woven through the meal’s ingredients, techniques, plating, and recipes of each course. Typically comprising five to twelve dishes, these decadent menus can be challenging, even for seasoned food enthusiasts. However, Le Virtu,

This is the perfect transitional seasonal wine, the perfect pizza wine and the perfect wine to bring as the most easy-to-get-along-with “Plus-One” at the party. Not because it’s fancy, but because this‚ like everything Librandi does—is a well-made, authentic wine that doesn’t try to be what it’s not. This one is a blend 60% driven

Driving across state lines along the Northern bend of the American treasure that is Lake Tahoe, it’s hard to miss the obnoxiously-iconic signage that welcomes visitors from California the exact way anyone traveling to Nevada would expect: “Casino.” As that distracts you in one direction, probably getting lost in the Tahoe landscape in the other,

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Amsterdam-based global beer brand Heineken has long positioned itself as a premium beer. Part of that positioning is having a Star Quality program which trains bartenders to perfectly pour a draft Heineken. First New Champion Since 2020 Since 2013, Heineken has promoted the importance of properly-poured

The West Coast states have some of the best local markets in the country. They resemble the better daily markets in Europe, in terms of seasonality and the fresh produce they provide. Two of my absolute favorites are the incomparable San Francisco Ferry Plaza Market held three days a week at the Ferry Building and

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Every year, many beer geeks look forward to the lineup of specialty Goose Island (owned by ABInBev) Bourbon County Brand Stouts (BCBS) that enter the market on, of course, Black Friday. What was once just one bourbon barrel aged imperial stout (a style they themselves created)

While Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday, there’s no reason to stay stateside with your wine list. Wines from all over can find a seat at the table and be partners to the complex flavors and textures in your feast. Here are a few to consider. WHITES Attems “Cicinis” Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Collio DOC. Round

Christmas is coming up! And instead of deciding on what to cook, pivot to deciding on where to eat. Plenty of New York City restaurants are hosting exquisite Christmas Day brunches and dinners. Make December 25 the most delicious Wednesday of the year by securing a seat at one of these local restaurants hosting Christmas

Counterfeit goods is a huge problem globally with losses estimated as high as 4.5 trillion dollars. and while counterfeiting of luxury items such as handbags, watches, clothing and even wine can result in tremendous financial losses, counterfeit prescription drugs can present serious health dangers. And then there is bourbon, the only liquor born and bred