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2024


Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy named 50 Best’s World’s Best Bar – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

Mexico City’s Handshake Speakeasy named 50 Best’s World’s Best Bar – Drinks International – The global choice for drinks buyers

Located in the Colonia Juárez neighbourhood of Mexico City, Eric van Beek’s Handshake Speakeasy is hidden behind a secret door in a dimly lit room stocked with vintage spirits, with the bar’s interiors evoking a bygone age.


EveryPlate meal kit review: Best for budget-friendly premium ingredients

EveryPlate meal kit review: Best for budget-friendly premium ingredients

Should you opt for premium meal selections, there may be an added cost from $1.99 – $6.99 more per serving, due to the higher quality ingredients like fine cuts of meat, seafood and more.


A Bouchon Bistro Alum Is Opening a New Farm-Driven Restaurant in East Hollywood

A Bouchon Bistro Alum Is Opening a New Farm-Driven Restaurant in East Hollywood

Chef Aric Attebery (Bouchon Bistro, Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Otium) will open Fountain Grains & Greens, a new farm-driven restaurant in East Hollywood, in partnership with Backyard Hospitality on October 21.


Mountain Dew changes its name and logo because Gen Z loves Millennial nostalgia

Mountain Dew changes its name and logo because Gen Z loves Millennial nostalgia

The year of establishment — 1948 — will be printed in the points of the “W” and the “i” in the full word “Mountain” will be dotted with a citrus leaf icon.


Exclusive | New Yorkers are actually into this coffee chain’s divisive ‘colostomy bag’ pouches: ‘People love it’

Exclusive | New Yorkers are actually into this coffee chain’s divisive ‘colostomy bag’ pouches: ‘People love it’

Since then, 787 — named after the island nation’s area code — has been attracting customers with its unique “farm to cup” experience, commitment to sustainability and Caribbean-inflected flavors, including dulce de leche and a cold brew concocted from rum-infused beans like an imbibeable drunken confection.


This ‘Best You’ve Never Heard Of’ Mexican spot serves incredible authentic food & birria pizza

This ‘Best You’ve Never Heard Of’ Mexican spot serves incredible authentic food & birria pizza

They start by dipping corn tortillas into a rich red consomé, then crisp them up on the grill and load them with slow-cooked beef marinated in a savory blend of chilies, herbs, and spices.


The Most Famous Churro Shop in Mexico City Is Opening in Los Angeles

The Most Famous Churro Shop in Mexico City Is Opening in Los Angeles

All its locations feature churro-making displayed front and center, which allows guests waiting in line to peer through large windows to watch workers fry, cut, and dust the fritters with sugar to order.


Dietitians reveal the best — and worst — foods and drinks for stress relief

Dietitians reveal the best — and worst — foods and drinks for stress relief

Tamar Samuels, a registered dietitian and the co-founder of Culina Health, told HuffPost, “B12 is critical in nervous system function, and deficiency of this nutrient can even cause nerve damage.


People seriously think this viral restaurant is real — would you?

People seriously think this viral restaurant is real — would you?

When prodded by local channel KXAN about their origins, Ethos declined to comment due to time constraints and directed the reporters to a requisition form that requested standard media inquiry information in addition to a “creative, detailed picture of a food that interests you.”


First inflation, now the ‘pumpkin spice tax’: These are the retailers charging you up to 92% more for the fall flavor

First inflation, now the ‘pumpkin spice tax’: These are the retailers charging you up to 92% more for the fall flavor

“Whether you’re talking about cars, mortgages, credit cards or pumpkin spice trail mix, it’s always good to shop around and take the time to compare prices.


A Buzzy Arts District Tasting Room Calls It Quits After Less Than a Year

A Buzzy Arts District Tasting Room Calls It Quits After Less Than a Year

“After much reflection, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our Neighborhood Winery tasting room in the Arts District,” the post read.


I tried Green Chef meal kits for four years: Why it’s the best organic option

I tried Green Chef meal kits for four years: Why it’s the best organic option

They offer a bunch of different meal options, including Mediterranean, Keto, protein-packed, calorie smart, plant based, quick and easy, gluten free, and even those focused on gut and brain health.