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The Best Bars in London Right Now
From indie bars with mercurial menus to posh hotel watering holes, here are 7 spots to try.
From Girl Beer to Mom Water, Drinks Are Getting Weirdly Personal
By leaning into personality types, emerging beverage brands are trying to catch a vibe.
The Story Behind Fords Gin’s Cocktail Bar Dominance
With a raconteur’s gift of gab, Simon Ford waxes nostalgic on how he built a world-class gin brand
The 9 Best New Bars of 2025
Pouring dialed-in classics, witchy cocktails, or Japanese-inspired drinks, 2025’s Best New Bars are pushing boundaries.
Making Magic at New Orleans' Newest Witchy Bar, Tatlo
At this Bourbon Street bar, chef Cristina Quakenbush marries her Filipino cooking with her spiritual practice, manifesting divine results.
Our Protein Panic Is Making Whole Milk Cool Again
How milk has gone from inflammatory villain to main character in just a few years.
The Best Bars in Singapore Are Going Big on Nonalcoholic Cocktails
The international cocktail destination is leveling up non-alc drinking through clever experimentation centering aroma, flavor, and texture.
This Ancient African Grain Could Change the Way We Drink Beer
Brewmaster Garrett Oliver and chef Pierre Thiam are betting big on fonio.
The Best Bars in Chicago Right Now
From a chic North Side listening room to an acclaimed Pilsen brewery, Chicago’s drinks scene is as diverse as its 77 neighborhoods.
“Does This Coupe Make Me Look Gay?”
Fellas, your cocktail glass is not a threat to your manhood.
The Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now
Whether you’re sipping a Japanese whisky or enjoying a traditional chai, these 9 spots reflect Philly’s booming drinks scene
This Philly Bar Embraces Japanese Craft to Create Incredibly Thoughtful Cocktails
Almanac is an ambitious Japanese-style speakeasy that's a love letter to all things local and seasonal.
Which Tequila Is Best? A Taste Test of Patrón, Teremana, Casamigos, and More
We sipped 16 blanco tequila brands to help you build a better bar.
My Date Is a Dud! Can the Bartender Save Me?
A pro bartender answers your questions about the unspoken rules of bar etiquette
How One Man’s Obsession with Fruit Created the UK’s Most Exquisite Spirits
Barney Wilczak and his Capreolus distillery are bottling the wildness of the orchard.
At This London Bar, Bauhaus-Inspired Cocktails Are Gloriously Minimalist
Cocktails at 🔶🟥🔵 embody functional minimalism, radical simplicity, and the unification of technology, art, and craft.
How This Nashville Couple Is Reinventing the Coffee Shop Formula
At Now and Then, Demi Chacon and Davy Ball look to omakase and wine bar experiences to shape their coffee shop.
How the Psychology of Food Colors Determines Taste and Cravings
Our world is awash in color, but certain hues affect our appetites in intriguing ways.
Inside the Late-Night Teahouses Drawing Gen Z Away From Bars
Across the country, contemporary tea shops appeal to those seeking alternatives to bars and nightlife.
Tiny Martinis and Cocktails Are Taking Over Bar Menus
These bars are betting big on small cocktails.
Comedian Matteo Lane on Why Your Pasta Sucks
On this episode of Food People, comedian Matteo Lane discussed his new book, traveling to Rome, and more.
What 20 Years of Traveling Taught Me About Eating Like A Local
From avoiding crowds to asking the right questions, here are some tried-and-true tips from a seasoned traveler.
What Is Alcohol-Free Wine and How Is It Made?
Getting into dealcoholized wine and wine alternatives has never been more exciting.
6 Cruise Port Cities With World-Class Food Scenes
Stretch your sea legs at these iconic destinations.
The Yemeni Coffee Boom Is About So Much More Than Coffee
For these entrepreneurs, building a flourishing footprint of Yemeni coffeehouses means centering community and cultural connections.
This Mexican Sparkling Water Is the Champagne of Water
No one has time for soft, low-energy bubbles.
We're Loving These 6 Cocktail Trends Right Now
Smoked ice, zero-waste innovation, and cocktail lore are just some of our favorite drinking trends.
10 Australian Wines We’ll Be Sipping All Year
Australian wine’s presence and reputation in the US is a story of boom and bust.
Run the Jewels Launch Their New Drink Line With a Paloma Cocktail in a Can
The duo behind hip-hop group Run the Jewels has built a reputation for its beer collabs. Now, they’re setting out on their own.
How This Mixologist Turns Soup Into Inventive New Cocktail Recipes
On Instagram, Jae Bae celebrates bold flavors through intriguing drinks that spark delight and cultural exchange.
Americans are Rethinking How and Why They Drink
We spoke to a handful of people across the country to hear their thoughts on drinking alcoholic beverages.
An Oral History of Louisiana’s Drive-thru Daiquiri Stands
Once upon a time, a college student named David Ervin had a wacky idea that one day became a beloved institution.
This Chicago Bartender Highlights Mexican Spirits Beyond Tequila
Denisse Soto, a bartender turned entrepreneur, takes an anthropological approach to sharing Mexican spirits.
SNL's Ana Gasteyer, Ego Nwodim, and Sarah Sherman Talk Food and Dining Disasters
On this episode of Food People, Bon Appétit and the SNL cast members dish on menu obsessions and what they drink on planes.
Food Has Always Been Part of SNL's History
SNL cast members Ana Gasteyer, Ego Nwodim, and Sarah Sherman stopped by BA to chat about the intersections of comedy and food, and what they really think about eating on-set.
What Is Cofermentation? Here are 4 Cofermented Drinks To Explore
If you love wine, fruit, or cider, these easy-drinking, sustainably made bottles are for you
Hot Ones' Sean Evans on the Humanizing Power of Hot Sauce
The internet’s favorite Heat Miser sits down to talk about how Hot Ones changed the celeb interview for the better
How the Humble Vin de France Became a Beacon of Cool
Wine culture’s current It girl isn’t new, but it marches to its own beat, charming a new generation of wine drinker in the process.
How Trump’s Tariff Threats Will Affect the Wine and Spirits Industry and Consumers
A breakdown of what you need to know.
The 5 Must-Visit Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops for Drinks Without the Buzz
From Boston to Seattle, these shops are highly curated and focused on building connections.
Nonalcoholic Bottle Shops are Everywhere Now. Do They Have the Juice?
While big box giants jump on the NA boom, mom-and-pop shops prioritize community with a personal touch.
How to Make the Perfect Nonalcoholic Cocktail, According to Bartenders
Nonalcoholic cocktails aren’t just a stand-in for the real thing—they mark a new world of flavors. Here’s how to explore the best in spirit-free drinks so you can make any gathering inclusive, tasty, and memorable.
Which Bourbon Is Best? A Taste Test of Knob Creek, Michter’s, Bulleit and more
In our latest taste test we hunted down for a bourbon for every palate.
Your Guide to Buying Champagne and Sparkling Wine at the Right Price
Champagne problems? We run down how to shop for Champagne and other interesting sparklers to help you stock your holiday table and impress your guests.
Edible Glitter Shines Beyond Dessert
Dress up dinner with a little sparkle, cheer, and a soupçon of camp.
Which Champagne is Best? A Taste Test of Veuve Cliquot, Bollinger, Moét, and More
We sipped 7 brands to help you figure out your next great party pour.
In New York’s Hudson Valley, the Ancient Wassail Tradition Is Alive and Well
At Rose Hill, a farm and cider making operation in New York’s Hudson Valley, a community gathers each year to breathe life into the snowy fields—and make a lot of noise in the process.
Inside the Whimsical World of Modern Butter Sculpture
DIY butter sculptures are cheeky, fun, and easy to make.
What Is Raw Milk? And Why Everyone Is Talking About It
Got (Raw) Milk? The debate is about to take center stage with Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination by Donald Trump as the nation's top health official.
6 Extremely Crushable Ciders to Drink Right Now
There’s never been a more exciting time to drink American cider.
Why the Recent Simu Liu Bubble Tea Debate Is About More Than a Drink
Can bubble tea stay true to its roots in a $4 billion market?
The Slow Decline of Drinking Draft Beer at Bars
Why ordering a draft beer might soon become a thing of the past.
At This Restaurant in Bogotá, Wood-Fire Cooking and Long, Luxurious Meals Are Standard Fare
At Prudencia, seven courses and all the time in the world are always on the menu.
Uncle Nearest Whiskey Cofounder Fawn Weaver on America’s Obsession With Cognac
Fawn Weaver, founder of Uncle Nearest, is diving into cognac, learning French, and uncovering the forgotten history of American whiskey
Why Doesn’t Every Restaurant Have Bar Hooks?
No hook? No problem. Just kidding, it’s a huge problem—and there's an easy solution.
The Best After-Dinner Drinks, According to Our Staff
From classic Italian amari to a new-school coffee liqueur, we love ending big meals with these bottles.
Loneliness Isn't Just a Holiday Issue—It's a Year-Round Epidemic
Friendsgiving is great, but community leaders say we need to address social isolation beyond the holiday season.
How Bars Are Adapting to Gen Z, the Homebody Generation
For Gen Zers who turned 21 during the pandemic’s shutdowns, staying home became the default social mode.
How This Food Lover Navigates Life With a Digestive Disorder
There are a lot of foods on her “must avoid” list, but that doesn’t mean she lives a life without flavor.