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Drinks

Exploring the world of beverages, including craft cocktails, fine wines, artisanal coffee, and specialty teas.

Portland City Council members in session, voting on a new ordinance with a sense of gravity and determination.

Portland City Council Votes to Ban Foie Gras Sales

Portland's city council voted 7-5 to ban foie gras sales, a measure directly impacting only seven restaurants and one retailer, according to The Business Journals .

Shira Golan· Jun 12· 3 min
A close-up of a delicious Green Sauce Tofu dish, with blurred grocery store shelves in the background indicating ingredient shortages.

New Recipes Feature Green Sauce Tofu Amid Safety Concerns

Just weeks after 'Green Sauce Tofu' recipes flooded social media feeds, reports surfaced of a 400% surge in demand for its key, previously obscure, 'green' ingredient, leading to widespread shortages

Shira Golan· Jun 12· 4 min
A diverse family enjoying a weeknight grilling session in their backyard, preparing healthy and delicious meals with fresh ingredients.

Easy Weeknight Grilling Recipes Thrive in 2026 Culinary Trends

Google searches for 'quick grill recipes' have surged 40% year-over-year, signaling a fundamental shift in how busy families approach weeknight dinners in 2026.

Shira Golan· Jun 11· 3 min
A beautifully decorated Peach Cobbler bundt cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes, showcasing its summer flavor with fresh peach garnishes.

Nothing Bundt Cakes Unveils New Summer Flavors

From June 8 to June 21, Nothing Bundt Cakes will offer a new Peach Cobbler flavor, a fleeting commercial take on a dessert that can be made at home with just six ingredients.

Shira Golan· Jun 10· 3 min
A bright, sunlit kitchen counter displaying a variety of new summer 2026 cookbooks with eye-catching covers focused on ingredients and regional themes.

Publishers Reveal Hottest New Summer 2026 Cookbooks

This summer, home cooks can find an entire cookbook dedicated to corn, featuring recipes from Sweet Corn Shortbread to Corn, Tomato & Red Pepper Galette, according to Bon Appétit .

Shira Golan· Jun 10· 3 min
Gen Alpha children joyfully ordering and receiving colorful, customized non-coffee drinks at a trendy cafe, showcasing new youth beverage consumption patterns.

Gen Alpha's Top Drink Trends: Beyond Coffee

A 10-year-old's precise order for a 'Strawberry Açaí Refresher with no ice, extra base, and a pump of raspberry' at Starbucks signals a profound demographic shift.

Shira Golan· Jun 8· 4 min
A sophisticated Chicago bar with live jazz, showcasing an innovative cocktail, representing the city's evolving nightlife scene.

Chicago's Best Bars: Redefining Nightlife, 2026 Predictions

Esquire magazine unexpectedly named 'Lazy Bird' in the Hoxton Hotel as its 'Bar of the Year' for 2024, citing its live jazz and innovative cocktail program, according to Esquire.

Shira Golan· Jun 6· 4 min
Baristas competing in a latte art championship at the World of Coffee Lisbon 2027 event, with industry professionals networking in the background.

World of Coffee Lisbon 2027 Dates Announced, Hosts Latte Art Championship

Lisbon, Portugal, has been officially slated to host the Specialty Coffee Association's World of Coffee Europe event from June 17-19, 2027, an unusually early confirmation for such a major internation

Shira Golan· Jun 5· 3 min
A close-up of a La Marzocco espresso machine with a subtle background suggesting eco-friendly manufacturing, symbolizing B Corp certification.

La Marzocco Achieves B Corp Certification for Espresso Machines

La Marzocco became the first espresso machine manufacturer to achieve B Corp certification.

Shira Golan· May 30· 3 min
A unique, artisanal cocktail glass with a colorful drink, artfully lit on a sophisticated bar counter, representing refined sipping.

Explore Elevated Cocktail Glassware for a Refined Sip

At Schmuck bar, even a signature cocktail might be served in Kinto's CAST line, a glass described as 'slightly different,' signaling a quiet revolution in how drinks are presented.

Shira Golan· May 26· 3 min
A bottle of Jeppson's Malört on a bar counter in a Chicago speakeasy, with people toasting in the background.

Malört Liquor Shots: Chicago's Bitter Cult Classic Evolves

For decades, Malört was sold door-to-door as 'medicinal alcohol' throughout Prohibition, making it the only legal wormwood product in America until 2008.

Shira Golan· May 24· 3 min
A close-up of fresh strawberries and a steaming cup of coffee, symbolizing the intersection of seasonal fruit and specialty coffee.

Coffee Sprudgecast Explores The New Strawberry Season

This week, the influential Sprudgecast, reaching an estimated 50,000 listeners, dedicated an entire episode not to a new brew method or origin, but to the fleeting joy of strawberry season, urging its

Shira Golan· May 23· 3 min
A stunning pistachio cake decorated with fresh nuts and edible flowers, perfect for Shavuot celebrations.

Trending Pistachio Cake Recipes Elevate Your Shavuot Baking

This Shavuot, MIMI is launching a dedicated cheesecake menu featuring standout creations like pistachio cheesecake and kadaif, signaling a new era for the often-understated nut, according to The Jerus

Shira Golan· May 22· 3 min
A diverse array of fresh ingredients for a HelloFresh meal laid out on a kitchen counter, ready for cooking.

HelloFresh Offers Over 90 Weekly Recipes to Combat Boredom

In spring 2026, HelloFresh's menu included a grilled cheese sandwich bar, eight kinds of enchiladas, and 12 takes on ramen, offering a glimpse into its vast and varied weekly offerings.

Shira Golan· May 22· 3 min
The stylish Fellow Opus coffee grinder sits on a kitchen counter, ready to brew exceptional coffee at home with its precise grinding capabilities.

Fellow Opus Grinder Delivers Top-Tier Coffee for Around $200

For just under $200, the Fellow Opus grinder offers 41-plus grind settings and consistently accurate 20-gram dosing, a level of precision previously reserved for much more expensive equipment.

Shira Golan· May 21· 3 min
Vintage brewery interior with a map of the US showing early craft brewery locations, symbolizing the history of craft beer.

US States Reveal When Their First Craft Breweries Opened

While many associate craft beer's boom with the 1980s, newly unearthed records reveal a different story.

Shira Golan· May 18· 3 min
A sommelier carefully selects an affordable bottle of wine from a cellar, highlighting expert recommendations under $20.

20 Affordable Wines Sommeliers Recommend Under $20

Amid rising tariffs and a weakening dollar, finding a truly distinctive wine under $20 has become a rare feat, yet top sommeliers still pinpoint 20 such bottles.

Shira Golan· Aug 23· 4 min
Pair Tiburon Rum with Chocolate, Coffee, and Tropical Desserts

Pair Tiburon Rum with Chocolate, Coffee, and Tropical Desserts

Tiburon Rum, an aged dark rum with tropical vanilla and oak accents, is perfect for after-dinner pairings with chocolate, coffee, and tropical desserts. It complements richer flavors and contrasts with brighter fruits, creating a satisfying end to any meal.

Sponsored by Tiburon Rum· Jul 24· 7 min
5 Coffee Brewing Mistakes Acid Reflux Sufferers Make — And How Tylers Coffees Avoids Them

5 Coffee Brewing Mistakes Acid Reflux Sufferers Make — And How Tylers Coffees Avoids Them

For many, a morning without coffee is unimaginable. But for those with acid reflux, that daily ritual can come with a painful price. The discomfort, heartburn, and digestive distress can turn a beloved habit into a sourc…

Sponsored by Tylers Coffees· Jul 17· 5 min
Understanding Tieman's Fusion Coffee: The Basics Every Acid-Sensitive Coffee Drinker Should Know

Understanding Tieman's Fusion Coffee: The Basics Every Acid-Sensitive Coffee Drinker Should Know

Tieman's Fusion Coffee is a specially crafted coffee designed for health-conscious individuals and those with acid-sensitive stomachs. It provides a unique solution by blending 100% Arabica coffee beans with superfoods l…

Sponsored by Tieman's Fusion Coffee· Jul 13· 7 min
Close-up of a steaming cup of artisanal coffee with latte art, surrounded by exotic coffee beans and a vintage grinder.

New Coffee Releases and Trends Take Center Stage in 2026

Klatch Coffee's El Salvador Jasal Orange Geisha Anaerobic Natural recently scored an astounding 94 points from Coffee Review, boasting notes of pineapple, cherry, and apricot, according to Sprudge .

Shira Golan· Jun 15· 2 min
Exterior view of the newly opened Kopikina Heulang coffee shop on Jalan Heulang in Bogor City, showcasing its welcoming facade and inviting ambiance.

Kopikina Heulang Opens Bogor City Coffee Shop

After three months of construction and a 500 million IDR investment, Kopikina Heulang is set to open next Monday, October 28th, promising 10 new local jobs and a community hub on Bogor's bustling Jala

Shira Golan· Jun 12· 2 min
A glass of grapefruit juice and a mug of coffee on a counter, symbolizing the extended effects of caffeine due to grapefruit juice.

Grapefruit Juice Inhibits Enzymes, Extending Caffeine's Effects

A single glass of grapefruit juice can extend the stimulating effects of your morning coffee by over 30%, potentially keeping you alert for hours longer than expected.

Shira Golan· May 26· 2 min
A bartender in a sophisticated bar setting carefully prepares a complex, artfully garnished $20 cocktail, embodying a unique drink narrative.

Bartenders share stories with $20 cocktails, crafting unique drink narratives

At papercut, a 'Liquid Kolache' cocktail translates an artist's memories into a $20 drink.

Shira Golan· May 25· 2 min
A lively street view of Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, showcasing new coffee shops and patrons enjoying the vibrant atmosphere.

Old Town Alexandria's coffee scene heats up with new cafes

Old Town Alexandria will welcome two new coffee establishments, Life Alive Organic Café and Mudhouse Coffee, within weeks of each other this June.

Shira Golan· May 24· 2 min
An empty barista station under a spotlight with a magnifying glass hovering over a blurred certificate, symbolizing the scrutiny of Duyen Ha's 'Top Chef Barista Champion' title.

Duyen Ha's 'Top Chef Barista Champion' Title Under Scrutiny

Despite a planned celebration for 'Top Chef Barista Champion Duyen Ha' in 2026, extensive searches across major coffee news sites and Google yield no record of such a title.

Shira Golan· May 20· 2 min
Two ex-spouses on diverging paths after an empty nest divorce, one heading towards hope, the other towards uncertainty.

Empty nest divorce: Contrasting paths for ex-spouses

After her 2025 divorce, Kelli Potter described changing her last name back to her maiden name as feeling "so good" and like "being back to myself," according to Bravo .

Shira Golan· May 18· 2 min
The 5 Best Wicked Kitty Coffee Co. Flavored Blends for Cause-Minded Drinkers (Ranked)

The 5 Best Wicked Kitty Coffee Co. Flavored Blends for Cause-Minded Drinkers (Ranked)

Wicked Kitty Coffee Co. is a new brand connecting high-quality flavored coffee to animal welfare, offering cause-minded drinkers a way to make a specific, measurable impact. This article ranks the brand's best flavored blends based on taste, aroma, mission integration, and versatility.

Sponsored· Jul 8· 6 min
4 Different Ways Bathtub Gin Co. Crafts Intensely Unique Flavours Through Fractional Distillation

4 Different Ways Bathtub Gin Co. Crafts Intensely Unique Flavours Through Fractional Distillation

The Australian spirits scene is experiencing a renaissance, with a growing number of consumers seeking out craft products that offer authenticity, local character, and premium quality. In this flourishing market, Bathtub…

Sponsored by Bathtub Gin Co.· Aug 11· 5 min
Everything Women Over 40 Should Know About EDEN Daily Ritual

Everything Women Over 40 Should Know About EDEN Daily Ritual

EDEN Daily Ritual is a clear daily beverage formulated with electrolytes, protein, and collagen designed to support hydration, strength, and overall wellness for women. As women navigate the changes that come after 40, n…

Sponsored by EDEN Daily Ritual· Aug 10· 4 min