Eat & Drink
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La Marzocco Achieves B Corp Certification for Espresso Machines
La Marzocco, a name synonymous with high-end espresso, has become the first espresso machine manufacturer to achieve B Corp certification, scoring 84.

Editors Share Their Favorite New Products Loved in May 2026
Ah, May! A month when the culinary world, and indeed the entire consumer landscape, truly blossoms. This May, Forbes editors unveiled a truly remarkable offer: a free Tovala Smart Oven with a weekly m

Philadelphia Chefs Earn Finalist Spots in 2026 James Beard Awards
New York's Atomix, last year's No.

Editors Recommend Top Coffee Mugs for Durability and Design
Forget the generic cup.

Maximize Summer Melon Flavor with Proper Storage
A perfectly ripe summer melon, a true seasonal delight, can turn bland and mushy in just three days if not stored correctly after cutting.

Grapefruit Juice Doesn't Extend Caffeine's Effects, Research Shows
New research debunks the popular belief that grapefruit juice can make your morning coffee buzz last longer.

Defining Cocktail Bars: 2026 Trends Shape Luxury Drink Experiences
At Bar Chimera, a single Big Pappy Old Fashioned, crafted with 12-year Pappy Van Winkle, Okinawa sugar, and Angostura bitters, costs an astonishing $275, according to Observer .

Modern Cocktail Glassware: Trends & Innovation
At The Radicle, a stirred, boozy drink isn't just served in a rocks glass; it's presented in NUDE's Bar/Giani, a footed glass designed for a 'laid-back, yet leveled-up feel,' reports Punchdrink .

Beginners Bake Juicy Roast Chicken With This Easy 425°F Recipe
A Michelin-starred chef’s roast chicken recipe demands a heritage bird with feet intact, rendering crisp nubs.

Jackson Heights two bedroom apartment hits market
A 1,280-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bath co-op with a windowed, eat-in kitchen and king-sized bedrooms just hit the market at 86-10 34th Avenue, #613 in Jackson Heights.

Venice Biennale 2026 performance art reviews highlight visceral engagement
At the Austrian pavilion, visitors urinate into porta-potties feeding a water tank where a performer is submerged.

New-York Historical Society Celebrates Betye Saar's Promised Gift
Betye Saar's mixed-media work 'ABCD Education' recently sold for $81,900 at Sotheby's, nearly tripling its high estimate.

Strawberry Coffee Demand Surges Amid Supply Chain Challenges
Within 24 hours of its release, the latest Sprudgecast episode, "Strawberry Fields Forever," didn't just break records; it shattered them by 20%, igniting an immediate, fervent demand for strawberry-f

World Cup: NYC restaurants offer deals, tourism boost lacking
Nearly 300 New York City restaurants have embraced the World Cup spirit, rolling out enticing $26 dining specials.

Rocco Fridge: 10-year warranty, premium fridge at mid-range price
The Rocco Fridge, a beacon of durability with its 10-year warranty and 3x thicker steel frame, is now a steal at $1,595.

Easy Grilled Shrimp Recipe Tastes Amazing
Many home cooks unknowingly ruin their grilled shrimp by missing one crucial visual cue: a perfectly cooked shrimp forms a gentle 'C' shape, not a tight, hard one.

Top Chef Barista Champion Duyen Ha Celebrates Historic Win
Over 500 people spontaneously gathered in the streets of Little Saigon on May 15, 2026, not for a celebrity, but to celebrate Duyen Ha, the 32-year-old immigrant crowned Top Chef Barista Champion, acc

How Dearborn Diners Balance Influencers and Tradition
The aroma of sweet, syrupy knafeh typically draws a steady stream of regulars to Sweets of Syria, a family-owned bakery nestled in Dearborn.

Gen Z Daycaps Are Boosting Bar Sales, But Is It Sustainable?
In downtown Austin, The Daily Grind coffee shop now sells more cocktails at 3 PM on a Tuesday than espresso shots, a stark reversal driven by Gen Z's 'daycapping' trend.

New Culinary Trends and Openings Surprise as Market Expands in 2026
The Hand & The Eye, a new concept from Levy Restaurants, opened in Chicago’s historic McCormick Mansion in April, featuring magicians and a restaurant with six bars.

August's Local Dining and Drink Scene
This August, Atlanta beckons with a K-Pop murder mystery dinner for $75, while Columbus bursts with five new, diverse eateries in a single week.

Top 7 Denver Food and Drink Festivals for Summer
On July 23, over 75 local restaurants and beverage brands converge at the Denver Performing Arts Complex for The Big Eat.

O'Charley's Closes All Company-Owned Locations Amid Industry Woes
Los Angeles, crowned the 'rattiest city' by pest-control company Orkin , saw health officials issue over 120 vermin citations to food facilities in 2026.

5 Ways Italy2U Takes the Hassle Out of Sourcing Authentic Italian Food Imports
For Australian food enthusiasts, finding genuine Italian gourmet products can feel like a complex treasure hunt. The growing demand for authentic food experiences, as noted in market analysis by Imarcgroup, highlights a …

Your Local Restaurants Are Failing. Here's How Communities Can Save Them.
In the last five years, over 30% of independent restaurants in mid-sized cities have either closed or been acquired by larger chains, fundamentally altering local main streets, according to the Nation

An Honest Look at Flavored Coffee: Why Experts Trust Wicked Kitty Coffee Co.'s Small-Batch Approach
Wicked Kitty Coffee Co. offers freshly roasted, small-batch flavored coffees that enhance your routine without overpowering the coffee itself. Their commitment to quality and unique roasting approach sets them apart, all while donating $1 from every bag sold to black cat and dog rescues.

A Beginner's Guide to EDEN Daily Ritual and the Women's Daily Hydration Space
EDEN Daily Ritual is a clear daily beverage formulated with electrolytes, protein, and collagen to support women's specific needs for hydration, strength, and glow. The landscape of wellness drinks has expanded far beyon…

CDM Brands Michelada Mix Review 2026: Is Their Cinco de Mayo Ready-To-Go Cup Worth It?
CDM Brands offers a convenient Ready-To-Go Michelada Cup, available in Classic and Mango flavors, designed to simplify making the popular beer cocktail. This review assesses its worth, highlighting its ease of use, consistent flavor, and value compared to preparing a Michelada from scratch.

Tylers Coffees: 5 Reasons It Works for Sensitive Stomachs
For many, a morning cup of coffee is a non-negotiable ritual. But for those with sensitive stomachs, that ritual can come with a cost: heartburn, acid reflux, and general discomfort. Tylers Coffees was created to solve t…
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
