Food & Drink

The big drinks groups are coming up with novel ways of attracting consumers—and it isn’t just reliant on launching another new line. The same product in different packaging can stimulate demand and that is exactly what is hoped will happen with two revamps: the Havana Club Icónica rum collection from France’s Pernod Ricard, and Highland

For the lunchtime work enthusiast who insists on eating their midday meal next to their keyboard, a few thematic gifts may make desk lunch a bit more enjoyable. Whether they’re working from home or at the office, make the experience of desk lunch a little less antisocial (we leave in peak isolating teams!) by offering

It’s Thanksgiving week! Maybe you procrastinated. Maybe you’re having second thoughts about your original holiday plans. Don’t stress — you have options. Plenty of excellent New York City restaurants still have tables available on Thursday, November 28, whether you’re eager to have a luxe and traditional feast or skip out on tradition and indulge in

The yearly hunt for gifts that our loved ones not only need, but want, is official upon us. For the chefs and gourmet home cooks in your life—or, perhaps, for yourself—a truly thoughtful kitchen gift can be transformative. Imagine the satisfaction of a perfectly chosen knife set, the thrill of an appliance that revolutionizes meal

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin This large, light, airy, dome-shaped loaf of golden sweet bread is synonymous with Christmas in most households in Italy. But like other Italian traditions, the popularity of panettone migrated with waves of Italian immigrants who made their way to America, Canada, South America, and beyond. Of

Sustainable Brands – a female-founded Public Benefit Corporation, held its annual meeting in San Diego in October of 2024 (full program). For the second year the event included a “Regenerative Agriculture Summit.” “Regenerative” is an increasingly popular term that is now being applied more broadly than in agriculture. Indeed, the sign on the SB2024 check-in

For wine lovers, few experiences are as joyful as traveling to a region known for its sparkling wines. From the rolling vineyards of Northern Italy to the lush, volcanic slopes of Japan, each respective wine region tells a story of the land, the people, and the traditions that have been honed over generations. And while

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Hello from the mountains of Jalisco, Mexico! I’ve been reporting in and around Guadalajara this week and am feeling so full—mind, stomach and spirit. It’s a dream come true to have the chance to experience more of this magical country, and I can’t wait to share

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin It seems expensive marketing campaigns, celebrity endorsements, and social media is paying off – Americans consumed over 26.5 million cases of sparkling wine last year, up from 17 million in 2022. Nearly a quarter of those surveyed reported consuming sparkling wine at least twice per week.

It’s rare to come across a new product placed behind 7-Eleven and gas station refrigerator doors that’s also on trendy, natural grocer shelves like LA’s Erewhon. Mela watermelon water has managed to market itself to appeal to the entire spectrum of consumers. It’s almost like a sporting event entertaining Americans from all walks of life.

Two distinct but beloved New York City institutions are teaming up for ation that celebrates the city. And a knish has never looked so chic. Carnegie Deli and Temple Bar will present “Deli After Dark” for four nights only, from December 2nd to 5th at Temple Bar (332 Lafayette St, New York), known for hosting

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Since 2003, Pendleton Whisky has offered whisky lovers a delicious spirit that also celebrates rodeo and western tradition. The original whisky has, in the past 20 years, been joined by Pendleton Midnight, a portion of which is aged for six years in American brandy barrels; Pendleton

It’s Strega Nona fall! And the cozy, pasta-filled season will likely extend into Strega Nona winter and Strega Nona spring. It’s a good vibe, and there are plenty of gifts to give this holiday season that infuse a bit of Strega Nona mentality into everyday. Whether it’s the original Strega Nona picture book by Tomie

Coming out of COVID, the non-alcoholic beverage had incredible tailwinds, supported by plentiful venture capital and strong consumer demand. Boisson capitalized on these trends, quickly expanding to 11 retail stores across the country and placing themselves at the heart of the non-alc industry. Things came to a sudden stop as the retailer shut their doors

Somewhere— from the highlands of East Africa to the Small Island Developing States of the Caribbean or the Pacific— a farmer is struggling to coax life from her modest plot that has been battered by extreme weather, from withering droughts to torrential floods. Her tools are basic, her seeds vulnerable to erratic rains, her daily

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin In a heist straight out of a movie or a rock and roll song, two truckloads of tequila from Santo Tequila were hijacked in a double heist sometime between November 9 and 13. The robbery took place in Laredo, Texas, not long after the trucks crossed

Denmark likely isn’t the first country you associate with world class whisky. But the talented craftspeople at Stauning are working hard to fix that. It’s been a long, labor-intensive process that began nearly 20 years ago on a remote tract of farmland about a 3.5-hour drive west of downtown Copenhagen. Today that journey from grain

What defines a successful Christmas menu? For LEON, it’s not just about capturing the magic of the season—it’s about pushing boundaries. While staying true to the brand’s ethos of Naturally Fast Food, under the leadership of Director of Food Erica Molyneaux, LEON’s holiday offerings have become something of a high street tradition in the UK,

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Buying gifts for craft beer lovers can be tricky business. If you buy them beer, will they like it? And do you even have access to the rare and unique beers craft beer lovers tend to covet? Here are eight great sure-fire gifts every craft beer

Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin The Bolgheri DOC wine region is the birthplace of Super Tuscans, Italian red wines made from international rather than native grapes. Although the quality and popularity of these wines have soared internationally since the red and Rosato wines achieved DOC status in 1994, the region remains