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Eat & Drink

Savor the world of food and drink through seasonal recipes, restaurant guides, and the stories behind what we consume.

A delicious and colorful Turkish potato salad, garnished with fresh herbs, served at a sunny outdoor cookout with people in the background.

Chefs Craft Delicious Potato Salad Recipes for Cookouts and Weeknights

A new Turkish potato salad recipe promises to be ready in just 30 minutes, offering a quick, mayo-free option for weeknights and cookouts in 2026.

Ingrid Olson· May 22· 2 min
A lively Kansas City street at dusk filled with people dining at diverse restaurants, showcasing the city's non-BBQ culinary scene.

Kansas City's Best Non-BBQ Restaurants Shine

Kansas City, long synonymous with barbecue, just got a culinary shake-up.

David Jones· May 22· 2 min
Elegant interior of a highly-rated Denver restaurant filled with patrons enjoying a sophisticated dining experience.

Food & Wine Ranks Denver Restaurant Second Best in U.S.

A Denver restaurant has seized the nation's attention, ranked second-best in the U.

Javier Rodriguez· May 15· 2 min
A sommelier contemplates wine and food pairings, with a gourmet meal and two glasses of wine on a table, emphasizing the science of flavor interaction.

What Are Wine and Food Pairing Principles?

Pairing a robust red wine with delicate fish can lead to an unpleasant, fishy smell because the wine's iron content promotes lipid oxidation in the seafood.

Javier Rodriguez· Aug 16· 6 min
A man experiencing discomfort and bloating at a dinner table, illustrating the impact of gut health issues on daily life.

What Common Gut Health Mistakes Cause Bloating in Men?

Despite 1 in 5 men grappling with chronic bloating, many stubbornly wait an average of six months longer than women to seek medical advice, often shrugging it off as 'just gas.

Javier Rodriguez· Aug 11· 6 min
A collection of trendy kitchen gadgets displayed on a modern countertop, bathed in soft light, with a hint of a smartphone screen in the background.

Why TikTok Trends Are Driving Kitchen Gadget Sales Like Never Before

After a single-dose coffee grinder went viral on TikTok, its sales surged by 22%, demonstrating the platform's unprecedented power to dictate kitchen purchases, according to Boston 25 News .

Javier Rodriguez· Aug 8· 3 min
A split image showing a historical Edo-period sushi vendor and a modern omakase counter, symbolizing the evolution of sushi.

Omakase's Edo Roots Meet Modern Flavors: A Culinary Evolution

Edomae sushi, the historical root of nigiri, emerged in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) during a bustling era, born from necessity.

Javier Rodriguez· Aug 5· 4 min
Diverse adults learning to cook healthy meals in a bright, modern teaching kitchen, guided by an instructor, promoting well-being.

Culinary Medicine Bridges Food's Art and Science for Better Health

A randomized controlled trial demonstrated that patients with type 2 diabetes who participated in a medical school-based teaching kitchen significantly improved their HbA1c, blood pressure, and choles

Javier Rodriguez· Jul 11· 4 min
An abstract visualization of a flavor network connecting various food and wine elements, illustrating molecular similarities and unexpected pairings.

What Are Food and Wine Pairing Principles? A Flavor Network Explained

Chocolate and blue cheese, two ingredients often considered culinary opposites, share at least 73 flavor compounds, according to nature .

Javier Rodriguez· Jul 3· 5 min
A visual comparison of historical American kitchens with whole foods versus modern kitchens filled with processed, packaged convenience meals.

American Food Trends Evolved Dramatically, Raising Health Concerns

In 1800, less than 5% of the food Americans ate was processed; by 2019, that figure had skyrocketed to over 60%.

Javier Rodriguez· Jul 2· 3 min
A colorful and abundant display of fresh fruits and vegetables, symbolizing a healthy diet that promotes longevity and vitality.

What Food Categories Should You Limit for Longevity?

A 40-year-old in the United Kingdom could add over three years to their life expectancy by switching to a longevity-associated diet.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 23· 6 min
Global market graph showing a sharp increase in whey protein prices, with people consuming protein products due to the proteinmaxxing trend.

Proteinmaxxing Trend Fuels Record Global Whey Protein Prices

The price of a tonne of whey protein concentrate (80%) skyrocketed from £4,302 in June 2023 to an astonishing £23,751 in June this year, leaving food manufacturers scrambling to absorb the shock.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 21· 4 min
A healthy breakfast spread featuring oatmeal, berries, nuts, orange juice, and whole-wheat toast on a sunlit kitchen counter, symbolizing heart-healthy eating.

How Science-Backed Breakfast Foods Lower LDL Cholesterol

Consuming 3 grams or more of oat beta-glucan (OBG) per day reduces LDL cholesterol by 0.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 17· 6 min
Cinco De Mayo Ready-To-Go Michelada Mix vs. Michelada Mix Concentrate: Which Is Truly Better?

Cinco De Mayo Ready-To-Go Michelada Mix vs. Michelada Mix Concentrate: Which Is Truly Better?

This guide compares ready-to-go Michelada mixes, specifically the Cinco De Mayo Ready-To-Go Cup, with traditional Michelada concentrates. It highlights the convenience of the ready-to-go cup versus the customization offered by concentrates.

Sponsored by CDM Brands· Aug 25· 4 min
A close-up of a meticulously prepared, unique cocktail in a dimly lit, upscale Twin Cities bar, with blurred patrons in the background.

8 Best Top-Shelf Cocktail Bars in the Twin Cities for Unique Drinks

Parlour St. Paul, crowned the Twin Cities' #1 cocktail bar with a dazzling 4.7-star rating from 181 reviews, sets a high bar. Yet, a vibrant counter-current pulses through the scene: other premier est

Javier Rodriguez· May 13· 4 min
Medical students learning to cook in a teaching kitchen, emphasizing the integration of culinary skills into patient care and the concept of food as medicine.

More Medical Schools Teach Cooking, Fueling Food as Medicine's Health Impact.

More medical schools now teach students how to cook, signaling a profound shift in patient care.

Javier Rodriguez· Jul 17· 4 min
Where To Find Antico Casa And What Costco Shoppers Should Know

Where To Find Antico Casa And What Costco Shoppers Should Know

Antico Casa pizza can be found at Costco as a frozen two-pack or shipped via Goldbelly in a four-pack, with key differences in price, pack size, and availability. Shoppers should consider their location and desired delivery method when choosing between these two distinct purchase paths.

Sponsored· Jul 12· 3 min
A person holding a glass of water before a meal, contemplating its effect on satiety and appetite.

What Is Pre-Meal Water Consumption and Why Does It Aid Satiety?

Every additional 100 grams of water consumed during a meal was associated with 39 9 grams of additional food and 49 12 kilocalories of additional energy, according to News-Medical.

Javier Rodriguez· Aug 6· 3 min
Founding-era Americans gathered in a colonial tavern, drinking ale and whiskey by candlelight.

What Did Americans Eat and Drink During the Nation's Founding?

George Washington's distillery, a veritable engine of spirits, churned out nearly 11,000 gallons of whiskey in a single year, as Battlefields reveals.

Javier Rodriguez· Jul 5· 4 min
A person peacefully enjoying a cup of herbal tea at a sunlit table, symbolizing improved digestion and gut health after a meal.

How Post-Meal Habits Improve Digestion and Gut Health

The aromatic promise of a meal, the satisfying warmth it brings – these moments should be pure joy.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 29· 4 min
A person preparing a flavorful Honey Sriracha Chicken Bowl at a campsite with mountains in the background.

How to Make Nutritious Camping Food: Easy Recipes & Tips

Imagine savoring a Honey Sriracha Chicken Bowl, bursting with sweet and spicy flavors, deep in the wilderness – a meal surprisingly simple to prepare with lightweight, portable ingredients.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 19· 3 min
A delicious and healthy kielbasa, pepper, onion, and potato hash sizzling in a skillet on a camping stove at a campsite.

How to Prep Healthy Camping Meals: Your Recipe Guide

Imagine whipping up a delicious Kielbasa, Pepper, Onion and Potato Hash in just 15 minutes at your campsite.

Javier Rodriguez· Jun 17· 3 min
A beautiful display of various artisanal cheeses, including soft and hard varieties, artfully arranged with fresh herbs and a glass of wine on a rustic wooden table.

How Artisanal Cheese Production Varieties and Pairings Work

For beginners, crafting simple soft cheeses like Fromage Blanc or Mascarpone is recommended due to their ease of making and quick results, often ready in just hours, according to WinemakerMag .

Javier Rodriguez· May 12· 4 min
Diners expressing confusion and frustration over an unexpected automatic gratuity charge on their restaurant bill.

Evolving dining out etiquette in 2026 demands new social contracts.

A group of diners recently walked out of a restaurant after discovering an automatic gratuity charge, sparking a heated debate about the very nature of dining out.

Javier Rodriguez· May 14· 2 min