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Remembering Nathalie Dupree, a Southern Food Icon
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Remembering Nathalie Dupree, a Southern Food Icon

Her home kitchen was the training ground for dozens of eager interns. She took great pride in the accomplishments of her flock. Among the many are Virginia Willis, Rebecca Lang, Toni Tipton-Martin, and Anne Quatrano.
How the Humble Vin de France Became a Beacon of Cool
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How the Humble Vin de France Became a Beacon of Cool

Wine culture’s current It girl isn’t new, but it marches to its own beat, charming a new generation of wine drinker in the process.
How Trump’s Tariff Threats Will Affect the Wine and Spirits Industry and Consumers
The 5 Must-Visit Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops for Drinks Without the Buzz
Lifestyle

The 5 Must-Visit Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops for Drinks Without the Buzz

From Boston to Seattle, these shops are highly curated and focused on building connections.
Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops are Everywhere Now. Do They Have the Juice?
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Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops are Everywhere Now. Do They Have the Juice?

While big box giants jump on the NA boom, mom-and-pop shops prioritize community with a personal touch.
How to Make the Perfect Nonalcoholic Cocktail, According to Bartenders
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How to Make the Perfect Nonalcoholic Cocktail, According to Bartenders

Nonalcoholic cocktails aren’t just a stand-in for the real thing—they mark a new world of flavors. Here’s how to explore the best in spirit-free drinks so you can make any gathering inclusive, tasty, and memorable.
How I Find Inspiration for Weeknight Meals
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How I Find Inspiration for Weeknight Meals

Editor in Chief Jamila Robinson reflects on how she stays inspired to cook during the week.
The 7 Best Cocktail Recipes of 2024
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The 7 Best Cocktail Recipes of 2024

From spirited classics to new-school riffs.
The Best Food TV of 2024
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The Best Food TV of 2024

Culinary Class Wars, Chicken Shop Date, the latest Chef’s Table—these are the food shows of the year that Bon Appétit editors loved most.
Which Bourbon Is Best? A Taste Test of Knob Creek, Michter’s, Bulleit and more
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Which Bourbon Is Best? A Taste Test of Knob Creek, Michter’s, Bulleit and more

In our latest taste test we hunted down for a bourbon for every palate.
How to Throw an Oyster Roast
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How to Throw an Oyster Roast

For Charleston restauranteurs James London and Yoanna Tang, nothing quite says Lowcountry like a winter oyster roast.
Step Inside a Fermentation Expert’s Fridge
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Step Inside a Fermentation Expert’s Fridge

Noma veteran David Zilber shows us what he keeps in his refrigerator
The Intricate Art of Wagashi, a Centuries-Old Japanese Pastry
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The Intricate Art of Wagashi, a Centuries-Old Japanese Pastry

Chef Phoebe Ogawa explores a Japanese tradition with her stunning, miniature creations.
Your Guide to Buying Champagne and Sparkling Wine at the Right Price
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Your Guide to Buying Champagne and Sparkling Wine at the Right Price

Champagne problems? We run down how to shop for Champagne and other interesting sparklers to help you stock your holiday table and impress your guests.
Celebrating a Momentous Year for Bon Appétit
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Celebrating a Momentous Year for Bon Appétit

Editor in Chief Jamila Robinson reflects on the many things to celebrate this year.
Edible Glitter Shines Beyond Dessert
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Edible Glitter Shines Beyond Dessert

Dress up dinner with a little sparkle, cheer, and a soupçon of camp.
Which Champagne is Best? A Taste Test of Veuve Cliquot, Bollinger, Moét, and More
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Which Champagne is Best? A Taste Test of Veuve Cliquot, Bollinger, Moét, and More

We sipped 7 brands to help you figure out your next great party pour.
In New York’s Hudson Valley, the Ancient Wassail Tradition Is Alive and Well
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In New York’s Hudson Valley, the Ancient Wassail Tradition Is Alive and Well

At Rose Hill, a farm and cider making operation in New York’s Hudson Valley, a community gathers each year to breathe life into the snowy fields—and make a lot of noise in the process.
Inside the Whimsical World of Modern Butter Sculpture
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Inside the Whimsical World of Modern Butter Sculpture

DIY butter sculptures are cheeky, fun, and easy to make.
What Is Raw Milk? And Why Everyone Is Talking About It
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What Is Raw Milk? And Why Everyone Is Talking About It

Got (Raw) Milk? The debate is about to take center stage with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination by Donald Trump as the nation's top health official.
What I Eat as a 28-Year-Old Film/TV Development Assistant Making $28/Hour in LA
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What I Eat as a 28-Year-Old Film/TV Development Assistant Making $28/Hour in LA

I adapt my diet around my ADHD medication, which affects my appetite. I make strawberry-banana smoothies, Spam musubi bowls, and other “safe” foods.
6 Extremely Crushable Ciders to Drink Right Now
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6 Extremely Crushable Ciders to Drink Right Now

There’s never been a more exciting time to drink American cider.
Why the Recent Simu Liu Bubble Tea Debate Is About More Than a Drink
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Why the Recent Simu Liu Bubble Tea Debate Is About More Than a Drink

Can bubble tea stay true to its roots in a $4 billion market?
The Slow Decline of Drinking Draft Beer at Bars
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The Slow Decline of Drinking Draft Beer at Bars

Why ordering a draft beer might soon become a thing of the past.
At This Restaurant in Bogotá, Wood-Fire Cooking and Long, Luxurious Meals Are Standard Fare
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At This Restaurant in Bogotá, Wood-Fire Cooking and Long, Luxurious Meals Are Standard Fare

At Prudencia, seven courses and all the time in the world are always on the menu.
Uncle Nearest Whiskey Cofounder Fawn Weaver on America’s Obsession With Cognac
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Uncle Nearest Whiskey Cofounder Fawn Weaver on America’s Obsession With Cognac

Fawn Weaver, founder of Uncle Nearest, is diving into cognac, learning French, and uncovering the forgotten history of American whiskey
You Know Mezcal and Tequila, But Here are 4 Regional Agave Spirits to Try
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You Know Mezcal and Tequila, But Here are 4 Regional Agave Spirits to Try

A new wave of hyper-regional, terroir-driven agave-based spirits have arrived Stateside. Here are some of the very best bottles to try.
Eva Longoria’s Love Letter to Mexican Cuisine
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Eva Longoria’s Love Letter to Mexican Cuisine

Eva Longoria shares how a move to Mexico changed the way she cooks, her Sunday meal prep gameplan, and the Mexico City bakery that makes her favorite conchas.
Making Memories While Entertaining This Thanksgiving
Culture

Making Memories While Entertaining This Thanksgiving

In her November 2024 letter, editor in chief Jamila Robinson reflects on how to make the holiday meaningful.
This Rhode Island Chef Is Preserving Indigenous Seafood Traditions
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This Rhode Island Chef Is Preserving Indigenous Seafood Traditions

At Sly Fox Den Too, her restaurant in Rhode Island, chef Sherry Pocknett carries on the culinary practices of the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe.