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How Bartenders Are Turning Food Waste Into Great Cocktails
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How Bartenders Are Turning Food Waste Into Great Cocktails

Can a cocktail made from day-old pastries inspire bars to become more sustainable?
As the Government Reopens, Weed Products Are on the Chopping Block
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As the Government Reopens, Weed Products Are on the Chopping Block

The proposed cannabis crackdown will affect 95% of the current market.
Starbucks Workers Strike on Red Cup Day
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Starbucks Workers Strike on Red Cup Day

Plus, Cava launches merch, food critics continue to shed their anonymity, and more.
America’s Baristas Are Brewing Up a Labor Movement
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America’s Baristas Are Brewing Up a Labor Movement

From union victories at local coffee institutions to the campaigns at giants like Starbucks, this grassroots movement is fundamentally reshaping the service industry.
The Rise of Luxury Fashion Restaurants
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The Rise of Luxury Fashion Restaurants

From Louis Vuitton to Dior, fashion houses are shifting toward food-driven experiences. The strategy reflects a broader redefinition of luxury itself.
In the Wake of the Eaton Fire Tragedy, This LA Bar Is a Beacon of Hope
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In the Wake of the Eaton Fire Tragedy, This LA Bar Is a Beacon of Hope

How Altadena’s Good Neighbor Bar lives up to its name.
Martha Stewart Is Reissuing Her Very First Cookbook
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Martha Stewart Is Reissuing Her Very First Cookbook

Plus, a jury acquitted a man who threw a sandwich at a federal agent, a deli and a cookbook author are in a trademark dispute, and more.
When the Food Journalist Needs Food Stamps
Lifestyle

When the Food Journalist Needs Food Stamps

A personal story about dignity, survival, and the systems that decide who gets to eat.
Culture

What Does an Equitable Cannabis Industry Look Like?

The cannabis market is thriving, but advocates are still fighting to transition from previous eras of stigma and incarceration, to entrepreneurship.
As SNAP Benefits Lapse, Restaurants Are Stepping Up
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As SNAP Benefits Lapse, Restaurants Are Stepping Up

Plus, Cracker Barrel’s redesign fiasco is far from over, celebrity chef José Andres reveals his new cookbook, and more.
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.
José Andrés’ New Cookbook Has Me Daydreaming About Spain
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José Andrés’ New Cookbook Has Me Daydreaming About Spain

Everyone’s favorite humanitarian chef shares his home cooking in Spain My Way
Padma Lakshmi Is Not Done Building Her Legacy
Lifestyle

Padma Lakshmi Is Not Done Building Her Legacy

The tireless author and television host gives us a hometown tour.
Drinks

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.
Seth Rogen on How Weed Went From Taboo to Mainstream
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Seth Rogen on How Weed Went From Taboo to Mainstream

The comedian of stoner comedies like Pineapple Express opens up about how the conversation around THC has shifted.
The Best THC Drinks That Taste As Good As They Make You Feel
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The Best THC Drinks That Taste As Good As They Make You Feel

Here are some of our favorite thirst-quenching, brain-calming cans of hemp-derived THC, including Artet, Cann, and Wynk.
Drinks

Where Is All the Weed Coming From?

We ask experts questions beyond, “where can I find some weed?”
Drinks

A Beginner’s Guide to THC Edibles

A 101 on eating and drinking your weed
Drinks

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.
Smuckers Is Suing Trader Joe’s Over Its Uncrustables Dupe
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Smuckers Is Suing Trader Joe’s Over Its Uncrustables Dupe

Plus, Panera is testing out a new energy drink, bird flu is back and tightening turkey supplies, and more.
It’s a Fine Time for American Wine
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It’s a Fine Time for American Wine

A collective of wine pros is energizing the industry with new perspectives on sustainability and an embrace of native grapes.
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
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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
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
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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.