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Make Your Own Tradition This Thanksgiving
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Make Your Own Tradition This Thanksgiving

In her latest letter, editor in chief Jamila Robinson finds meaning in evolving traditions and chosen company.
This Thanksgiving, Skip the Cocktail and Pour Vermouth Instead
Drinks

This Thanksgiving, Skip the Cocktail and Pour Vermouth Instead

It’s low-effort, low-proof, and built for a meal teeming with side dishes
Several Protein Powders Contain Lead, According to a New Report
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Several Protein Powders Contain Lead, According to a New Report

Plus, Travis Kelce opened a restaurant, Tyra Banks is making “hot ice cream,” and more.
Why This West African Seasoning Brand Turned to Amazon to Survive
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Why This West African Seasoning Brand Turned to Amazon to Survive

For POKS Spices, relying solely on the e-commerce giant is both a lifeline and a painful concession.
How Graham Platner Went From Oysterman to Maine's Zohran Mamdani
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How Graham Platner Went From Oysterman to Maine's Zohran Mamdani

Working on the water has been instrumental in informing Platner's anti-oligarchy, economically populist platform
Where to Stay in Miami If You Like to Eat
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Where to Stay in Miami If You Like to Eat

To make the most of your to-eat list, check into one of these conveniently located hotels.
Experience Pittsburgh Dining Like a Local With Chef Nik Forsberg's Must-Dos
Where to eat

Experience Pittsburgh Dining Like a Local With Chef Nik Forsberg's Must-Dos

The Fet-Fisk chef recommends cemetery wine strolls and late nights at the Squirrel Cage.
Japan’s Supply of Asahi Beer Almost Ran (Super) Dry
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Japan’s Supply of Asahi Beer Almost Ran (Super) Dry

Plus, A24 opened a restaurant, Tom Sietsema left his post at the Post, and more.
Starbucks Launched Protein Cold Foam. We Tried Every Flavor
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Starbucks Launched Protein Cold Foam. We Tried Every Flavor

Plus, the Choco Taco is back in gourmet fashion, scientists found that tea can grow on the moon, and more.
Beyoncé’s Whisky Brand Is Redefining Craft Thanks to This Whisky Expert
Drinks

Beyoncé’s Whisky Brand Is Redefining Craft Thanks to This Whisky Expert

Thanks to Cameron George, SirDavis is proving you can simultaneously create a serious product and sparkle at the rodeo.
The Korean-Inspired Hangover Cure I Stand By As a Professional Drinker
Drinks

The Korean-Inspired Hangover Cure I Stand By As a Professional Drinker

Instead of waking up inhumanly hungover, I'd feel normal.
Sitting at the Bar Is the Newest (and Oldest?) Dating Trend
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Sitting at the Bar Is the Newest (and Oldest?) Dating Trend

Plus, The Black Rabbit on Netflix draws influence from The Spotted Pig, your smart fridge might start running ads, and more.
It’s Ellie’s World, We’re All Just Livin’ in It
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It’s Ellie’s World, We’re All Just Livin’ in It

Here’s what keeps Big Ellie fueled as she cheers on the reigning WNBA champions, the New York Liberty.
The 9 Best Bars in Dallas Right Now
Drinks

The 9 Best Bars in Dallas Right Now

From elegant hotel bars to gay honky-tonks, the Big D’s bar scene is big on style and substance.
Where to Stay in LA If You Like to Eat
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Where to Stay in LA If You Like to Eat

These 7 hotels make great launchpads for exploring the city’s most dynamic dining neighborhoods.
How Did Raising Cane’s Put on a Fashion Show? We Asked the Designer
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How Did Raising Cane’s Put on a Fashion Show? We Asked the Designer

Plus, Trader Joe’s pumpkin spice chardonnay, a Ben & Jerry’s exit, and more
Inside the Restaurant Powered by Grandmothers
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Inside the Restaurant Powered by Grandmothers

These nonnas are Sri Lankan, Greek, Argentine, Italian. At this 35-seat spot, they’ll feed you like family.
Inside the First-Ever Martini Expo, Where the Classic Cocktail is Forever
Drinks

Inside the First-Ever Martini Expo, Where the Classic Cocktail is Forever

Will the martini ever die? Not if these super fans have anything to say about it.
How Corn Dominated Dessert Menus Everywhere
Restaurants

How Corn Dominated Dessert Menus Everywhere

Pastry chefs are going all in on maize.
State Fair Food Is Getting More Global&-And More Exciting
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State Fair Food Is Getting More Global—And More Exciting

Each year, fairs reinvent themselves to mirror evolving local tastes and demographics. Nowhere is that reinvention more visible than in the food concessions.
How Personal Stories Shaped the Best New Restaurants of 2025
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How Personal Stories Shaped the Best New Restaurants of 2025

Jamila Robinson shares how the most memorable meals are also the most personal—just like this year’s Best New Restaurants award winners.
The Best Meal I Had in Copenhagen Was an Airport Hot Dog
Lifestyle

The Best Meal I Had in Copenhagen Was an Airport Hot Dog

In one of the world’s great dining capitals, this humble street food stole the show
Where to Stay in Chicago If You Like to Eat
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Where to Stay in Chicago If You Like to Eat

Discover our staff's favorite home bases for exploring the Windy City's vibrant food scene.
How Servers Really Feel About the “No Tax on Tips” Law
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How Servers Really Feel About the “No Tax on Tips” Law

Trump’s new No Tax on Tips legislation is sparking mixed feelings among servers and restaurant industry insiders.
From Courtside to Couch, Food Is Part of the Game
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From Courtside to Couch, Food Is Part of the Game

In her September 2025 letter, editor in chief Jamila Robinson talks snacks that steal the show.
Why Restaurant Workers Are Trading Late Nights for Morning Runs
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Why Restaurant Workers Are Trading Late Nights for Morning Runs

Connection, community, and wellness are fueling a new tradition in the hospitality industry.
Regina King Is In Her Wine Era (And Everyone Is Invited)
Lifestyle

Regina King Is In Her Wine Era (And Everyone Is Invited)

Over a whirlwind day in Manhattan, the Oscar winner swapped her packed schedule for cookbooks, greenmarkets, and one unforgettable bottle of wine.
I Didn’t Want a Big Wedding. Until a Mayo Brand Paid for One.
Lifestyle

I Didn’t Want a Big Wedding. Until a Mayo Brand Paid for One.

The wedding industrial complex didn’t interest me, but I jumped at the chance to say “I do” for my own mayo-themed wedding.
After Two Restaurant Fires, Philly Chef Ange Branca Is Still Standing
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After Two Restaurant Fires, Philly Chef Ange Branca Is Still Standing

At her Malaysian restaurant, Kampar, chef Ange Branca blends mentorship, equity, and resilience into a model for what restaurants could be.
The Deep Connection Between Lei and Hawaiian Food Traditions
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The Deep Connection Between Lei and Hawaiian Food Traditions

More than just a beautiful flower garland, lei links Native Hawaiians to their land and identity. A kanaka scholar traces the deeper meaning.