Food & Drink

The swelter of record-high heat scorches the earth in the Cox Bazaar refugee camp. There is barely a gust of wind, no air conditioning or refrigerators to keep the people and the limited food they have cold. But here, in the largest refugee camp in the world, for the Rohingya people life continues despite deteriorating

The International Wine and Spirits Competition has revealed its top scores for 2024. Earlier this summer we revealed the big winner in the realm of American whiskey. Today it’s time to take a look at what this prestigious panel of judges had to say about vodka. Out of thousands of entries, only two total expressions

For almost as long as humans have been distilling whisky, folks have been arguing over which one is the best. Chalk it up to human nature—we love a winner. This drive to find the best has led to a thriving awards industry, both local and global in scale, that annually hands out thousands of awards.

Even though the origin of whisky is shrouded in mystery—best guesses place its birth around 1,000 AD—one thing is for certain: We are living in the golden age of whisky. Across the globe, distillers are turning out amazing bottles that continue to redefine a spirit that only seems to be getting more popular. But this

At its core, whiskey is distilled beer. Whiskey is spirit made by distilling an alcohol, called wash, that is itself made from grains — beer. And yet, other than selecting grains and their proportions — barley, corn and wheat are the most common — few distilleries think of themselves as brewers or approach washmaking in

American Rosés have never been better and no longer have to compete with the traditional versions from Provence, which have inspired producers all over the world. American Rosés come from a variety of grapes and methods, and tap into varied climates and terroirs for a category that is wide, reaching and, like America, independent. Here’s

Summertime calls for refreshing libations, and one of the most popular across the world is the Aperol spritz. However, it is not the only kid on the block — there are myriad ways to create a fizzy, light cocktail that hits all the bases. Whether you like dry, lightly bitter, floral or fruity drinks, here

By Mallory Gafas Hors d’oeuvre bouquets of edible art on deliciously beautiful display. Locally-sourced sunflower with caviar discovered in arrangements of fresh wheatgrass. Succulent dover sole served on a touchable AI-generated backdrop. At an exclusive, multi-sensory tasting experience, these were among the imaginative elements inspired by a landmark new report: Future Menus 2024, a first-of-its-kind

Absolut Vodka—once fêted for its creative limited-edition bottles, often tying up art with social messaging—is at it again. This time it has rekindled an old partnership through the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. The Swedish vodka brand, owned by French drinks giant Pernod Ricard, says the new, watery blue bottle will “reignite conversations

Happy Fourth of July! Independence Day is here and that means fire up the grill, get the cooler full of delicious brews and enjoy a fun beer and food pairing you can put together in your own backyard. Heck, you’re going to be eating many of these BBQ foods already—why not try to match them

I’m breaking from tradition for this column to feature a winery, not a single wine, of the month. And for good reason: Masciarelli Tenute Agricole itself breaks tradition with a female leadership consisting of the Belgrade-born Marina Cvetić and her daughter, Miriam Lee Masciarelli. The mother-daughter team took over operations after founder Gianni Masciarelli’s death

I’m not going to beat around the bush, guys; this month’s ‘where to eat and drink’ guide is full of solid gold recommendations. And that’s not just the absurd amount of sunshine London’s been getting over the last few weeks talking (though, obviously, that’s also a factor). By sticking to the suggestions below, you will

The diverse and ever-evolving world of ice cream has always held a special place in the hearts (and freezers) of Americans, with U.S. ice cream manufacturers producing more than 1.38 billion gallons of ice cream annually, and more than 94% of U.S. adults buying ice cream, frozen novelties, or frozen yogurt last year. What better

The global coffee phenomenon that is % Arabica has just opened its first store in Mexico, the 25th country in which the Japanese company has a footprint. Specializing in premium varieties of coffee, % Arabica is renowned for serving the world’s finest coffee beans, and making perfect, yet simple, barista brews while sourcing largely from

Love blueberries? Sharing your enthusiasm for the summer fruit may earn you a nice bonus thanks to a new online sweepstakes. July is National Blueberry Month and the US Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), a group that researches and promotes blueberry consumption, is celebrating appropriately, with two contests to engage and delight blueberry fans. To indulge

The World Beer Cup is commonly referred to as the “Olympics of Beer Competitions.” Originally conceived in 1996, it is an annual extravaganza organized by the Brewers Association—a trade group comprising over 5,400 beer makers. This spring its expert panel of judges, from 26 different countries, convened in Las Vegas to award bronze, silver and

During stressful periods, it’s common to instinctively reach for high-fat foods like fried chicken, potato chips, or ice cream. However, recent research reveals that consuming fatty foods might actually worsen anxiety, due to the connection between gut bacteria and brain chemicals that regulate anxiety levels. These findings emphasize the need to rethink dietary choices beyond

There’s absolutely nothing like summer in the Hamptons. And for those who want to go above and beyond, exclusive weekend experiences will offer one in a lifetime indulgences. From Friday, July 12 to Saturday, July 13, ultra-luxury resort Rosewood Mayakoba is returning to the Hamptons from the Riviera May for a two-day residency at Topping

Everything you need to know about one of America’s favorite white wines. Sauvignon Blanc is one of the world’s most popular white wines. It’s made from green-skinned grapes that can grow in a range of climates to produce food-friendly wines at many price points. Sauvignon can be crisp and grassy or juicy and tropical, yet

The Do’s and Don’ts of Chilling Wine Sometimes, what should be an easy mission, like cooking a hamburger, ends up requiring a complex approach. Just read anything on Serious Eats. Fortunately, chilling wine isn’t one of them. Follow a few guidelines and you’ll be sipping at the optimal temperature in no time. However, not all