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Eat & Drink

The definitive guide to the best restaurants, cafes, bars, and breweries in town, from hidden gems to local institutions.

A close-up of a colorful Erewhon smoothie on a counter, symbolizing the perks of the Membership Plus program.

Erewhon Membership Plus: $200 annually for perks and lifestyle

For an annual fee of $200, Erewhon's Membership Plus program promises a free monthly smoothie, positioning itself as an accessible luxury in the exclusive wellness market, according to Vogue .

Mateo Castillo· May 28· 3 min
A curated display of Betye Saar's personal doll collection, artfully arranged with symbolic elements, hinting at the depth of her artistic expression and social commentary.

Betye Saar celebrates 97th birthday in 2026 with art exhibit

Artist Betye Saar, who turns 97 in 2026, is celebrating her birthday by donating over 100 dolls from her personal collection to the New York Historical Society.

Mateo Castillo· May 26· 3 min
Drake stands triumphantly on a mountain of vinyl records, with the Billboard 200 chart in the background, symbolizing his historic chart achievement.

Drake Holds Top Three Billboard 200 Spots For First Time Ever

On May 15, Drake unleashed three new LPs, 'ICEMAN,' 'HABIBTI,' and 'MAID OF HONOUR.

Mateo Castillo· May 25· 3 min
A vintage microphone and a vinyl record of 'It Takes Two' on a stage, symbolizing the legacy of rapper Rob Base.

Rob Base, pioneering rapper, dies at 59

In 1988, a single track titled 'It Takes Two' didn't just climb; it soared to No.

Mateo Castillo· May 24· 3 min
A decadent pistachio cake with fresh pistachios and edible flowers, showcasing the latest dessert trends for 2026.

New Pistachio Cake Recipes Trend for 2026

MIMI is launching a dedicated cheesecake menu for Shavuot this year, featuring standout creations like Pistachio cheesecake, cheesecake and kadaif, and tiramisu cake, according to The Jerusalem Post .

Mateo Castillo· May 22· 3 min
The new Fellow Opus coffee grinder, showcasing its sleek design and precision grinding capabilities for home coffee enthusiasts.

Fellow Opus Grinder Delivers Precision Coffee for $199.95

For under $200, coffee enthusiasts can now choose between the new Fellow Opus with its 48mm conical burrs or the Baratza Encore ESP, both offering over 40 grind settings.

Mateo Castillo· May 21· 3 min
A lively Chicago street at night filled with diverse restaurants and people enjoying outdoor dining, representing the city's acclaimed and accessible food scene.

Chicago's Acclaimed & Accessible Dining Scene

On June 15, the culinary world converges on Chicago for the prestigious James Beard Awards.

Mateo Castillo· May 21· 3 min
Delicious smashed pork tacos with pineapple, lime, and onion, presented on a rustic plate with a hint of steam.

Master Smashed Pork Tacos With Pineapple and Lime

Bon Appetit's new recipe for smashed pork tacos promises eight al pastor-style tacos, serving two to four, all cooked simultaneously in a home broiler.

Mateo Castillo· May 20· 3 min
The Smashing Pumpkins performing live on stage with new guitarist Kiki Wong during their Rats In A Cage Tour.

The Smashing Pumpkins Announce Rats In A Cage Tour Dates

Kiki Wong has joined The Smashing Pumpkins as a guitarist following an open call for applications.

Mateo Castillo· May 18· 4 min
Wake up Sis Coffee Roasters Mushroom Coffee Keeps the Morning Brew Familiar

Wake up Sis Coffee Roasters Mushroom Coffee Keeps the Morning Brew Familiar

For women who need their morning to work as hard as they do, Wake Up Sis Coffee Roasters offers a unique solution that enhances the daily coffee ritual without disrupting it. The brand provides some of the best coffee bl…

Sponsored by Wake Up Sis Coffee Roasters· Aug 24· 6 min
Extractohol High-Proof Ethyl Alcohol for Perfume and Cosmetic Formulation

Extractohol High-Proof Ethyl Alcohol for Perfume and Cosmetic Formulation

For creators of fine perfumes, cosmetics, and botanical tinctures, the quality of the solvent is as crucial as the raw ingredients. Extractohol high-proof ethyl alcohol provides a pure, food-grade solution designed for s…

Sponsored by Extractohol· Aug 24· 6 min
Meet Tieman's Fusion Coffee: What They Do and Who They Serve

Meet Tieman's Fusion Coffee: What They Do and Who They Serve

Tieman's Fusion Coffee is a functional coffee designed to deliver stable, jitter-free energy by blending premium coffee beans with superfoods like matcha, rooibos, and goji berry. It serves health-conscious individuals, …

Sponsored by Tieman's Fusion Coffee· Aug 21· 7 min
Tired but Wired Small Batch vs. Grocery Store Coffee: A Surprising Difference in Your Daily Fuel

Tired but Wired Small Batch vs. Grocery Store Coffee: A Surprising Difference in Your Daily Fuel

Small-batch coffee offers a surprising difference from grocery store options, providing superior performance, quality, and impact on energy due to peak freshness, higher quality Arabica beans, and purposeful, ethical sourcing. The article argues that its higher cost is an investment in daily function and productivity, rather than just a beverage.

Sponsored by Tired but Wired· Aug 12· 7 min
A sophisticated and welcoming local restaurant interior, capturing the essence of evolving dining etiquette and community atmosphere.

Local dining's unwritten rules could exclude you; etiquette is evolving.

A recent survey found 60% of local restaurant owners attribute rising staff turnover and customer complaints to declining basic dining etiquette, costing them an estimated 15% in potential annual reve

Mateo Castillo· Aug 8· 5 min
Which L’ Acul Zero or Low-Sugar Drink Fits Your Taste and Occasion?

Which L’ Acul Zero or Low-Sugar Drink Fits Your Taste and Occasion?

L’ Acul offers a range of zero or low-sugar teas and mocktails, including ginger, turmeric, fruit, and citrus flavors, designed for various occasions from everyday breaks to social gatherings. Choosing the right drink depends on whether you prefer hot or cold, if it accompanies food, and the desired flavor profile.

Sponsored by L' Acul· Aug 6· 7 min
Diverse coffee champions from China, Malaysia, and Belgium celebrating their wins at the World Coffee Championships in Brussels.

New World Coffee Champions Crowned, Featuring Cosmic Inspiration

In a preview of global coffee's future, competitors from China, Malaysia, and Belgium were crowned world champions at the 2026 World Coffee Championships in Brussels.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 30· 2 min
Interior of the new Filigree Coffee cafe in Horizon West, Orlando, featuring high-end espresso machines and grinders, with a barista preparing a drink.

Filigree Coffee Opens First Orlando Cafe in Horizon West

At its new 1,000-square-foot cafe in Horizon West, Filigree Coffee has dedicated three Mahlkönig grinders and a La Marzocco GB5 AV espresso machine to ensure precise coffee preparation from its openin

Mateo Castillo· Jun 30· 2 min
Sprouts Farmers Market store with a Klatch Coffee sign, showcasing a blend of grocery shopping and specialty coffee experience for customers.

Sprouts Farmers Market Expands Klatch Coffee to Over 11 SoCal Stores

Starting May 24, Sprouts Farmers Market will unveil over 11 new in-store Klatch Coffee cafés across Southern California, a bold move set to redefine the grocery shopping experience.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 30· 2 min
A hand misting stale bread with water, showcasing a simple yet effective method to revive its freshness for baking or eating.

Revive Stale Bread With This Simple Water Trick

One simple method for reviving stale bread, often dismissed as too basic, has been hailed as a 'surprise winner' by culinary experts for its remarkable effectiveness.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 25· 2 min
A beautifully styled kitchen counter showcasing open cookbooks, fresh ingredients, and cooking utensils, bathed in warm sunlight, representing Prime Day cookbook deals.

Find the Best Prime Day Cookbook Deals 2026

Yotam Ottolenghi’s acclaimed ‘Ottolenghi Simple’ is currently a stunning 57% off during Amazon Prime Day 2026.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 24· 2 min
TSA agent confiscates a large bottle of ranch dressing from a bewildered World Cup fan at airport security.

TSA Warns World Cup Fans About Ranch Dressing Carry-On Rules

As World Cup fans prepare to depart in 2026, the Transportation Security Administration has a specific warning: large bottles of ranch dressing won't make it through security in carry-on bags, reports

Mateo Castillo· Jun 20· 2 min
A perfectly crispy golden-brown tuna patty, showcasing its superior texture and delicious appeal, ready to be served.

Master Crispy Tuna Patties: The Chilling Secret

In a culinary revelation, experts now confirm that a mere 10 minutes of pre-cook chilling can elevate a humble tuna patty from passable to perfectly crispy.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 20· 2 min
A large bowl of creamy lemon zucchini pasta, showcasing thinly sliced zucchini and spaghetti, served on a rustic table with natural lighting.

Hearty Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta Recipe For Six

This new Creamy Lemon Zucchini Pasta recipe from NYT Cooking calls for an astonishing three pounds of thinly sliced zucchini, promising a surprisingly hearty dish.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 20· 2 min
A vintage book about hot dogs sits on a desk next to a single, perfectly grilled hot dog, illuminated by a spotlight in a library.

The woman who wrote the book on hot dogs gets a new spotlight

Despite being a lifelong vegetarian, Jane Doe spent 15 years traversing America, meticulously documenting over 300 regional hot dog variations.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 19· 2 min
A colorful spread of Bon Appétit's summer issue recipes, featuring spicy tuna tostadas and a patriotic flag cake on a bright kitchen counter.

Bon Appétit's Summer Issue Features 10-Minute Spicy Tuna Tostadas

This summer, Bon Appétit invites us to craft Spicy Tuna Tostadas in a mere 10 minutes, thanks to tinned fish, or to bake a stunning modern flag cake, vibrant in red, white, and blue.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 19· 2 min
A clear Duralex Le Picardie Tumbler on a wooden table, showcasing its durability and stylish design as a replacement for chipped glassware.

Find affordable glassware set replacement for chipped items

In rigorous testing, a single Duralex Le Picardie Tumbler survived 13 drops onto a hardwood floor and eight drops onto a marble slab from a height of 3 feet, defying all expectations.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 18· 2 min
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Craft Your Perfect Fresh Tomato Michelada Recipe Today

At the recent Global Food Festival in Oaxaca, Michelin-starred Chef Elena Rodriguez unveiled a Michelada recipe that completely omits Clamato, instead featuring a vibrant blend of fresh heirloom tomat

Mateo Castillo· Jun 15· 4 min
Diverse group of new climbers smiling while easily assembling their simplified climbing gear in a sunlit indoor gym.

Beginner Climbing Gear Evolves for Accessibility

For new climbers, the daunting task of assembling essential safety gear is now simplified to a single purchase: Black Diamond's Momentum Pilot Package.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 14· 2 min
A luxurious serving of silken tofu chocolate mousse, garnished with fresh raspberries and a sprinkle of cocoa powder, presented in a clear glass.

Discover Easy Tofu Chocolate Mousse

In a blind taste test, 7 out of 10 participants couldn't distinguish between a classic chocolate mousse and a version made primarily from silken tofu.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 14· 2 min
A grocery store aisle with beef products, emphasizing the high prices and the impact of inflation on consumers' shopping experience.

Inflation's Grip Tightens: Beef Prices See Double-Digit Hikes

U.S. beef prices soared to an unprecedented $9.64 per pound in April, setting a new high for grocery bills. This surge, a 13% jump from last year, strains household budgets, as Fox Business reported.

Mateo Castillo· Jun 13· 2 min