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Cannabis Dispensaries Are Getting Chic, and More Welcoming Than Ever
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Cannabis Dispensaries Are Getting Chic, and More Welcoming Than Ever

The lines between cannabis and fashion, lifestyle, and interior design are blurrier than ever, but that might be what it takes to reach a mainstream audience.
Which Rye Whiskey Is Best? A Taste Test of Sazerac, Michter’s, Rittenhouse, and more
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Which Rye Whiskey Is Best? A Taste Test of Sazerac, Michter’s, Rittenhouse, and more

BA staffers recommend the best rye whiskey to stock your winter bar cart.
These White Wines Were Made for Winter
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These White Wines Were Made for Winter

These golden pours are as fine as cashmere.
When the Food Journalist Needs Food Stamps
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When the Food Journalist Needs Food Stamps

A personal story about dignity, survival, and the systems that decide who gets to eat.
We Launched a Wine Shop for People Who Love to Eat
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We Launched a Wine Shop for People Who Love to Eat

These highly curated bottles are asking to be poured at your next dinner party.
Padma Lakshmi Is Not Done Building Her Legacy
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Padma Lakshmi Is Not Done Building Her Legacy

The tireless author and television host gives us a hometown tour.
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The Future of Weed is Liquid

Weed’s true breakthrough won’t come from smoking, vaping, or even eating, but from beverages analogous to booze.
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Where Is All the Weed Coming From?

We ask experts questions beyond, “where can I find some weed?”
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A Beginner’s Guide to THC Edibles

A 101 on eating and drinking your weed
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Weed Drinks Can’t Decide If They Belong at Parties or Pilates Class

If you’re trying to capture a vibe, guaranteed there’s a THC beverage brand marketing itself as the solution.
We Asked Sommeliers for Their Favorite Wine and Tinned Fish Pairings
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We Asked Sommeliers for Their Favorite Wine and Tinned Fish Pairings

From sardines to tuna, here’s our non-comprehensive guide to effortless wine pairings with canned fish.
This Thanksgiving, Skip the Cocktail and Pour Vermouth Instead
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This Thanksgiving, Skip the Cocktail and Pour Vermouth Instead

It’s low-effort, low-proof, and built for a meal teeming with side dishes
The Korean-Inspired Hangover Cure I Stand By As a Professional Drinker
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The Korean-Inspired Hangover Cure I Stand By As a Professional Drinker

Instead of waking up inhumanly hungover, I'd feel normal.
Inside the First-Ever Martini Expo, Where the Classic Cocktail is Forever
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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
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How Corn Dominated Dessert Menus Everywhere

Pastry chefs are going all in on maize.
The Best Meal I Had in Copenhagen Was an Airport Hot Dog
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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
Regina King Is In Her Wine Era (And Everyone Is Invited)
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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.
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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.
The Best Tonic Water for Cocktails, According to Bon Appétit Editors
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The Best Tonic Water for Cocktails, According to Bon Appétit Editors

We tried seven widely available like Fever Tree, Q Tonics, Betty Buzz, and more.
Jeni Britton Built an Ice Cream Empire. Now She’s Rethinking Fiber.
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Jeni Britton Built an Ice Cream Empire. Now She’s Rethinking Fiber.

The celebrated ice cream maker sets her sights on the world of fiber.
It’s Time to Stop Treating Tonic Like Gin’s Sidekick
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It’s Time to Stop Treating Tonic Like Gin’s Sidekick

Bubbly, bittersweet, and bursting with untapped potential, a bottle of tonic water is the key to a whole summer of compelling cocktails.
We Tasted 11 Sparkling Waters&-These Are the Ones Worth Buying
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We Tasted 11 Sparkling Waters—These Are the Ones Worth Buying

We put nationally available brands of sparkling water through a blind taste test to find out.
The 8 Best Bars in Portland, Oregon Right Now
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The 8 Best Bars in Portland, Oregon Right Now

From dreamy escapes to a drinking den built for film buffs, the bars in PDX are dripping in personality and vibes.
It’s the Summer of Two-Ingredient Cocktails
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It’s the Summer of Two-Ingredient Cocktails

There is a time and a place for a fussy beverage, but not in this economy.
Meet the Queer Wine Pros Rewriting the Rules&-and the Wine List
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Meet the Queer Wine Pros Rewriting the Rules—and the Wine List

“We have to change seeing our job as being all about wine.”
The 8 Best Bars in Los Angeles Right Now
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The 8 Best Bars in Los Angeles Right Now

Big, national names are building a local audience, while homegrown talent dazzle with their attention to craft.
7 Gut-Friendly Foods a Chef With IBD Always Keeps in Her Fridge
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7 Gut-Friendly Foods a Chef With IBD Always Keeps in Her Fridge

Discover the staples she swears by to minimize symptoms and maximize flavor.
Two New Books Explore Why Food is Gayer Than You Think
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Two New Books Explore Why Food is Gayer Than You Think

Authors John Birdsall and Erik Piepenburg discuss the little-known legacy of queerness in food and dining
Yes, Seth Meyers Really Does Get Drunk on Day Drinking
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Yes, Seth Meyers Really Does Get Drunk on Day Drinking

The comedian waxes nostalgic about how his Late Night segment took off, and how Rihanna was central to its success.
The Best Bars in London Right Now
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The Best Bars in London Right Now

From indie bars with mercurial menus to posh hotel watering holes, here are 7 spots to try.
From Girl Beer to Mom Water, Drinks Are Getting Weirdly Personal
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From Girl Beer to Mom Water, Drinks Are Getting Weirdly Personal

By leaning into personality types, emerging beverage brands are trying to catch a vibe.
The Story Behind Fords Gin’s Cocktail Bar Dominance
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The Story Behind Fords Gin’s Cocktail Bar Dominance

With a raconteur’s gift of gab, Simon Ford waxes nostalgic on how he built a world-class gin brand
The 9 Best New Bars of 2025
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The 9 Best New Bars of 2025

Pouring dialed-in classics, witchy cocktails, or Japanese-inspired drinks, 2025’s Best New Bars are pushing boundaries.
Making Magic at New Orleans' Newest Witchy Bar, Tatlo
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Making Magic at New Orleans' Newest Witchy Bar, Tatlo

At this Bourbon Street bar, chef Cristina Quakenbush marries her Filipino cooking with her spiritual practice, manifesting divine results.
Our Protein Panic Is Making Whole Milk Cool Again
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Our Protein Panic Is Making Whole Milk Cool Again

How milk has gone from inflammatory villain to main character in just a few years.
The Best Bars in Singapore Are Going Big on Nonalcoholic Cocktails
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The Best Bars in Singapore Are Going Big on Nonalcoholic Cocktails

The international cocktail destination is leveling up non-alc drinking through clever experimentation centering aroma, flavor, and texture.
This Ancient African Grain Could Change the Way We Drink Beer
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This Ancient African Grain Could Change the Way We Drink Beer

Brewmaster Garrett Oliver and chef Pierre Thiam are betting big on fonio.
The 8 Best Bars in Chicago Right Now
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The 8 Best Bars in Chicago Right Now

From a chic North Side listening room to an acclaimed Pilsen brewery, Chicago’s drinks scene is as diverse as its 77 neighborhoods.
“Does This Coupe Make Me Look Gay?”
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“Does This Coupe Make Me Look Gay?”

Fellas, your cocktail glass is not a threat to your manhood.
The Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now
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The Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now

Whether you’re sipping a Japanese whisky or enjoying a traditional chai, these 9 spots reflect Philly’s booming drinks scene
This Philly Bar Embraces Japanese Craft to Create Incredibly Thoughtful Cocktails
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This Philly Bar Embraces Japanese Craft to Create Incredibly Thoughtful Cocktails

Almanac is an ambitious Japanese-style speakeasy that's a love letter to all things local and seasonal.
Which Tequila Is Best? A Taste Test of Patrón, Teremana, Casamigos, and More
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Which Tequila Is Best? A Taste Test of Patrón, Teremana, Casamigos, and More

We sipped 16 blanco tequila brands to help you build a better bar.
My Date Is a Dud! Can the Bartender Save Me?
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My Date Is a Dud! Can the Bartender Save Me?

A pro bartender answers your questions about the unspoken rules of bar etiquette
How One Man’s Obsession with Fruit Created the UK’s Most Exquisite Spirits
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How One Man’s Obsession with Fruit Created the UK’s Most Exquisite Spirits

Barney Wilczak and his Capreolus distillery are bottling the wildness of the orchard.
At This London Bar, Bauhaus-Inspired Cocktails Are Gloriously Minimalist
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At This London Bar, Bauhaus-Inspired Cocktails Are Gloriously Minimalist

Cocktails at 🔶🟥🔵 embody functional minimalism, radical simplicity, and the unification of technology, art, and craft.
How This Nashville Couple Is Reinventing the Coffee Shop Formula
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How This Nashville Couple Is Reinventing the Coffee Shop Formula

At Now and Then, Demi Chacon and Davy Ball look to omakase and wine bar experiences to shape their coffee shop.
How the Psychology of Food Colors Determines Taste and Cravings
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How the Psychology of Food Colors Determines Taste and Cravings

Our world is awash in color, but certain hues affect our appetites in intriguing ways.
Inside the Late-Night Teahouses Drawing Gen Z Away From Bars
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Inside the Late-Night Teahouses Drawing Gen Z Away From Bars

Across the country, contemporary tea shops appeal to those seeking alternatives to bars and nightlife.
Tiny Martinis and Cocktails Are Taking Over Bar Menus
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Tiny Martinis and Cocktails Are Taking Over Bar Menus

These bars are betting big on small cocktails.
Comedian Matteo Lane on Why Your Pasta Sucks
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Comedian Matteo Lane on Why Your Pasta Sucks

On this episode of Food People, comedian Matteo Lane discussed his new book, traveling to Rome, and more.
What 20 Years of Traveling Taught Me About Eating Like A Local
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What 20 Years of Traveling Taught Me About Eating Like A Local

From avoiding crowds to asking the right questions, here are some tried-and-true tips from a seasoned traveler.
What Is Alcohol-Free Wine and How Is It Made?
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What Is Alcohol-Free Wine and How Is It Made?

Getting into dealcoholized wine and wine alternatives has never been more exciting.
6 Cruise Port Cities With World-Class Food Scenes
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6 Cruise Port Cities With World-Class Food Scenes

Stretch your sea legs at these iconic destinations.
The Yemeni Coffee Boom Is About So Much More Than Coffee
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The Yemeni Coffee Boom Is About So Much More Than Coffee

For these entrepreneurs, building a flourishing footprint of Yemeni coffeehouses means centering community and cultural connections.
This Mexican Sparkling Water Is the Champagne of Water
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This Mexican Sparkling Water Is the Champagne of Water

No one has time for soft, low-energy bubbles.
We're Loving These 6 Cocktail Trends Right Now
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We're Loving These 6 Cocktail Trends Right Now

Smoked ice, zero-waste innovation, and cocktail lore are just some of our favorite drinking trends.
10 Australian Wines We’ll Be Sipping All Year
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10 Australian Wines We’ll Be Sipping All Year

Australian wine’s presence and reputation in the US is a story of boom and bust.
Run the Jewels Launch Their New Drink Line With a Paloma Cocktail in a Can
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Run the Jewels Launch Their New Drink Line With a Paloma Cocktail in a Can

The duo behind hip-hop group Run the Jewels has built a reputation for its beer collabs. Now, they’re setting out on their own.
How This Mixologist Turns Soup Into Inventive New Cocktail Recipes
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How This Mixologist Turns Soup Into Inventive New Cocktail Recipes

On Instagram, Jae Bae celebrates bold flavors through intriguing drinks that spark delight and cultural exchange.
Americans are Rethinking How and Why They Drink
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Americans are Rethinking How and Why They Drink

We spoke to a handful of people across the country to hear their thoughts on drinking alcoholic beverages.