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It’s summertime out east, which means seafood shacks are throwing their doors wide open from Westhampton all the way to Montauk. And although lines are never short, expect a nearby bar to be open serving up democratic cool beer to…
Get ready for one of the best recently created holidays! Friday August 2nd is International Beer Day and is celebrated on the first Friday of every August to avoid having to work the next day or go to class (please…
Choosing the Right Cut of Steak The most popular cuts of steak have historically been rib eye, filet mignon, t-bone or sirloin. These are still the most popular with good reason, however other cuts were previously not given the recognition…
Celebrating National Martini Day With the Bartender’s Special Gin with a splash of Vermouth. Stirred to chill. Simple really. Oh, if only! It seems everyone has a take on the world’s most famous cocktail. Straight up or on the rocks,…
On Trend: “Ooh La La Ladurée” Macaron Collection Strolling down the cobblestone streets in Paris, you’ll find a synthesis of classic delicacies from delicate street-born crepes to lavish deep-mugged hot chocolate. But one flight of sweet fare that is ubiquitous…
VOCE is Milan’s New Voice of Italian Culture Piazza Della Scala has a New Voice. Vòce (‘Voice’ in Italian) is a unique venue in which food, culture and art are interwoven to celebrate Italian history. Art and food are considered Italy’s…
I am always surprised that one of my favorite days of the year does not receive more pomp and splendour. May 6th is “National Crepe Suzette Day,” an entire day dedicated to celebrating one of the most delicious desserts wordwide. While…
It’s finally here. The day we’ve all been waiting for. National Burrito Day, a celebration of everyone’s favorite gastronomic delight. But this year, we’re rejoicing over this rolled tortilla mixed with rice and beans, pico de gallo, crema, and pastor…
No, it’s not an April Fool’s joke. #SourdoughBreadDay just so happens to share its special day with pranksters and tomfoolery. But sourdough bread is nothing to joke about. Sourdough gets its name from the process of a long fermentation of…
Cheers to #NationalMargaritaDay! National Margarita Day in the United States is February 22 and the perfect opportunity for tequila lovers to enjoy the refreshing beverage served at innumerable establishments across the world. As a staple drink on any bar menú, margaritas…
All a lady needs is the right shade of lipstick … and a fabulous cup of tea! Givenchy Beauty have liaised with the Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong to make sure you get a bit of what you need every afternoon…
Bangkok has no shortage of rooftop bars, and that’s not surprising. Great weather and an intricate skyline provide magnificent views – especially after dark when the city shimmers with light. The setting sun turns the Chao Phrya River into a…
As white clouds of snow begin to dust the streets, we hear the clock of seasons tick on holiday greetings with an air full of love, family and charitable giving. Between a mammoth roasted lamb with a side of perfectly…
Let’s go back in time to the year 1862. A Frenchman from the southwest by the name of Louis Ernest Ladurée opened up a Paris bakery at 16 rue Royale. Next came the Garnier Opera House and almost overnight the…
For many in the restaurant world, the kitchen is where the magic starts. At Los Tamarindos, the magic starts in the garden. Where else would you find a farm-to-table experience so authentic you look out at the fields that supplied…
Pierre Hermé, Pastry Maker Extraordinaire Pierre Hermé has what is arguably one of the best jobs in the world. He is a French pastry chef and chocolatier. The World’s Best Pastry Chef, according to The World’s 50 Best Restaurants…
The Art Of Pairing Traditional Mooncakes With Teas With a rich history of hundreds, perhaps thousands of years, there is a lot of lore surrounding these seemingly simple treats. The Mid-Autumn festival in China, the 15th day of the 8th…
Tasty Taproom and Kebaberie Hong Kong’s culinary scene has a new reason to celebrate with the opening of Salt & Barrel, a concept restaurant between BlackSalt’s Taran Chadha, chef patron, and local breweries Black Kite and Kowloon Bay, and liquor…
This wonderful collaboration between Yevgeny Chichvarkin and Ollie Dabbous is the source of excitement for anyone in the know in London. Dabbous, the restaurant named after the chef earned a Michelin star within an impressive 8 months of opening in…
A Toast to the Dead for Dia de los Muertos! Clase Azul Spirits – makers of the iconic Clase Azul tequila – present a 2018 limited edition Dia de los Muertos bottle, created in honor of deceased loved ones, who…
