Japan is home to a variety of whiskies and people who love them, and there are several distinctive cocktails made with Japanese whisky that you shouldn't miss. ... Read full Story
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Cincinnati-style chili is something of a legend in Ohio. Many love it, and many are familiar with it. What did Anthony Bourdain think about this infamous chili? ... Read full Story
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There are lots of tricks to thicken a tomato sauce quickly, but if you can be just a bit patient, this is arguably the best way for the most flavorful result. ... Read full Story
Sheetz is a popular store to pick up all kinds of things, including hot made-to-order food. Here are the best (and worst) menu items on offer. ... Read full Story
When it comes to sushi, the fresher the better. So you'll want to look out for this red flag because it's a key indicator of whether you should eat that fish. ... Read full Story
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Headlands Brewing is giving the people what it wants. The northern California brewery just released a half dozen new beers, ranging in styles from IPAs to sours. It’s an intriguing lineup that may have us rethinking our favorite summer beers. What’s come through the pipeline? First up, a west coast IPA dubbed Alcatraz. It’s part […]
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Portland’s Baerlic Brewing is ringing in the summer season with a refreshing new beer. The west coast brewery just released the latest batch of Nice & Easy, a gose style beer made with salt harvested from the Pacific Ocean. The slightly briny beer has roots in Germany and is an excellent option for those who […]
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Food safety mistakes can lead to diners getting sick after dining at a questionable restaurant. If you're at a buffet and see this red flag, make a run for it. ... Read full Story
When it comes to baking, often times we can take a page from the past and improve on something today. That's just the case with sour milk and vintage cakes. ... Read full Story
As one of the world's most prominent fast-food restaurants McDonald's has a long history, with no shortage of scandals. Here are some of the worst. ... Read full Story
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In a time of global uncertainty for coffee, Illy shares his thoughts on the future of coffee, from climate instability to pricing volatility.
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According to a recent announcement, Starbucks has revealed that fans can expect to see four new Frappuccino flavors on store menus this summer.
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Desserts don't have to be exclusively made with sweet ingredients. Why not try making one of these sumptuously savory desserts for a delicious change? ... Read full Story
Your own garden is a dream for easy access to fresh ingredients. But how much water should they get? Follow this tip for the juiciest tomatoes. ... Read full Story
“It [the Mystic Seaport Museum in Connecticut] was constructed on the site of an 1830s shipyard built by three mariner brothers, George, Clark, and Thomas Greenman. They, like other entrepreneurs in the booming seafaring community of Mystic, took over low-lying and marshy lands whose gently sloping banks and proximity to the Atlantic Ocean were opportune for shipbuilding.” — Annabel Keenan, The New York Times, 22 Apr. 2025
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If you’ve never had the opportunity to learn the history behind opportune, now’s your chance. Both opportune and opportunity come from Latin opportūnus, which can mean “favoring one’s needs,” “serviceable,” or “convenient.” Opportūnus itself, constructed from the prefix ob-, meaning “to,” portu- (stem of the noun portus, meaning “port” or “harbor”), and the adjective suffix -nus, suggests the value of any port available when a storm is brewing or raging. Portus has dropped anchor in other English words as well, including portal, passport, and of course port. Its footprint is also scattered across our maps in coastal place names, from Newport to Puerto Rico to Porto Alegre.