While winter may be a great time to curl up with some tea and a good book, it’s a better excuse to get cozy with a cocktail! But not just any cocktail — one that will be the perfect blanket companion or fireside accompaniment is what we mean. From boozy […]
Author: Jennifer Fauci
Everything You Need To Eat + Drink In Savannah, Georgia
Savannah, Georgia, is a town of the past, in the best way possible. Honoring traditional antebellum and Gothic architecture, southern hospitality, and hearty home-cooked meals, it’s a trip worth taking, no matter how long your stay. Whether you’re walking past the culinary treasure that is the Olde Pink House, enjoying […]
Chocolate And Wine Are Having A Renaissance Moment
There’s something about chocolate that gives us all the feels. If it’s not the smooth, velvety texture that envelops us like a warm hug, it’s for sure the rich, luscious flavor that hits all the taste buds, right? Wrong. For the sake of this piece, chocolate is all about being […]
The Storied History Of The Whiskey Decanter And Why It’s Still Used Today
Whiskey has a long history. Originally used as a medicine, the spirit was brought to Ireland and Scotland via traveling monks where distilling techniques converted barley beer into whiskey. Mind you, this was around 1,000 years ago and like a fine wine, the spirit has only gotten better. But perhaps […]
Move Over, Irish Whisky: Irish Gin Is The Next Big Thing
Planning a trip to Ireland? Forget about the whiskey; it’s the Irish gin industry that’s booming. So much so that one distillery in Northern Ireland has just made its way across the pond to New York. The Boatyard Distillery is situated on the beautiful banks of Lough Erne, County Fermanagh, […]
Want A Perfect Smoothie Every Time? This Smoothie Bowl Sommelier Can Help
When Ninja decided to hold auditions for the role of Smoothie Bowl Sommelier, the company’s first-ever smoothie bowl expert, Gillean Barkyoumb, MS, RDN, answered the call. As the Smoothie Bowl Sommelier, Barkyoumb crafts custom smoothie bowl recipes with the Ninja Foodi Smoothie Bowl Maker and Nutrient Extractor, helping consumers and fellow smoothie […]
The Ultimate Mother’s Day Guide For Your Food-Loving Mom
It’s been a rough year, that much we can agree. While we thank the essential workers and first responders for their tireless and brave efforts, shouldn’t someone else be in that group? Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to put a smile on her face […]
These Unexpected Champagne And Food Pairings Will Blow Your Mind
Ah, champagne. The celebratory bubbly pairs well with so many things: Oysters, caviar, French fries. But what happens when you have exhausted the expected? You try the unexpected. Enter, the humble onion. “It’s an ingredient that can be very versatile, savory, sour, sweet, pickled, can be found in creams, savory […]
This Bahamian Bar Is A Window Into The Country’s Cocktail Culture
Kyle Jones has called the Bahamas home for close to 10 years. But it wasn’t until recently that the Pennsylvania native decided the happy island was missing something: A freestanding cocktail bar. Enter Bon Vivants, the first lounge of its kind on the happy island, serving up inviting libations, a […]