From staring down the shelves of wines in a shop to perusing the wine list in a restaurant, choosing a wine can be intimidating and confusing. Learning these essential wine terms can help you start to feel more confident. While knowing the…
For first time visitors, dining in Italy can prove confusing. Even if you understand the language, you’ll want to research national traditions, such as aperitivo: Italy’s version of the happy hour. Likewise, impatient Americans will have to adapt to Italy’s slow-paced,…
If you aren’t thinking “beer” when you think about Aperol, it might be time to think again. You might never have considered mixing the bittersweet aperitif with beer, but this duo is the sophisticated-yet-lawless two-parter we’ll be guzzling all summer long. Aperol…
The Dunkin’ versus Starbucks debate is one that’s heavily contested. But no matter where you stand or what arguments you agree with, each coffee giant has its hits and misses. There are plenty of drinks from Starbucks you shouldn’t waste…
Red Bull and Celsius are both prominent names in the world of energy drinks, each promising to give you a quick energy boost. Red Bull, the go-to drink for late-night cramming and marathon gaming sessions, packs a punch with its…
Steak lovers are a serious bunch; you don’t want to mess with their prized cut of beef. In fact, most die-hard steak fans prefer to stay home to enjoy their red meat where they can ensure it’s cooked to their…
Monin syrups are to thank for some of the tastiest flavors out there, from lavender lattes at coffee shops to hot honey gin drinks at cocktail bars. The French-born company, which was been around for over a century, has an…
Static Media / Shutterstock As someone who grew up in New York’s tri-state area and now lives in the city, bakeries with excellent birthday cakes have always been super important to my life in and around the Big Apple. Finding the perfect…
The bloody mary is a brunch cocktail icon. In fact, when Look surveyed readers on their all-time favorite brunch drink, this savory treat came in just behind the ubiquitous mimosa. Thought to have originated in Paris before reaching New York…
Sustainable, funky, charming, chic, and a little bit hipster. Seattle offers a bit of everything in its ever-evolving wine scene. The Emerald City is no stranger to wine, as it is located in the second-largest wine-producing state in the United States…
