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A lively and diverse crowd enjoying drinks and atmosphere at one of Chicago's newly acclaimed bars, showcasing the city's evolving nightlife.
The Test Kitchen

Chicago's Top New Bars Redefine Nightlife Scene This Year

For the first time in a decade, six new, often surprisingly casual, establishments have unseated long-standing craft cocktail institutions from Chicago's prestigious 'Top 10 Bars' list.

Marco Alves·Jun 6
NAIA restaurant on the Chicago Riverwalk at dusk, with docked boats and diners enjoying the waterfront view.
The Critic's Table

NAIA Opens on Chicago Riverwalk, Offering Greek-Levantine Flavors

Imagine pulling your boat directly up to a new Greek-Levantine restaurant on the Chicago Riverwalk, stepping off, and dining under the direction of a Top Chef winner.

Ezra Kaplan·Jun 6
A lively Philadelphia street at night, showcasing the city's expanding culinary scene with illuminated restaurant storefronts and happy diners.
The Test Kitchen

Philadelphia Welcomes New Restaurants, Expanding Culinary Scene

Philadelphia's dining scene is expanding with new concepts, from a Vietnamese spot in Port Richmond to a French bistro in Media.

Raffi Hovsepian·Jun 5
A diverse spread of artisanal and innovative snacks, including colorful fruit leathers, gourmet chips, and unique dips, arranged invitingly on a table.
The Cellar & Vine

Bon Appétit editors reveal their top new snacks for 2026

A small, independent Vermont producer of artisanal fruit leather saw its website crash after a single Bon Appétit editor mentioned their product in a June staff meeting.

Marco Alves·Jun 4
A close-up shot of a can of 'Harvest Gold Butter Beans' highlighted on a kitchen counter, surrounded by other competing brands, signifying its top pick status.
Kitchen Kit

Best Canned Butter Beans Review Reveals Top Picks

In a recent blind taste test, a $1.

Raffi Hovsepian·Jun 4
Vibrant, thinly sliced red onions in a clear pickling liquid, showcasing the quick pickling process for instant flavor.
The Test Kitchen

Make quick pickled red onions for instant flavor boosts

Despite a common belief that pickling takes days, a simple technique allows home cooks to create vibrant, tangy red onions in just 15 minutes, transforming countless dishes instantly.

Raffi Hovsepian·Jun 4
A visual comparison of a simple three-ingredient summer dessert versus a complex, multi-ingredient modern dessert.
The Test Kitchen

Are 'Easy' Summer Desserts Truly Simple Anymore?

A 'three-ingredient summer dessert' of strawberries, cream cheese, and crackers stands in stark contrast to new 'desserts' requiring eight or more wholesome ingredients like zucchini, chia seeds, and

Raffi Hovsepian·Jun 4
A chaotic test kitchen scene with a calendar highlighting May 31, 2026, symbolizing the confusion surrounding the Bon Appétit Pantry Awards 2026 submission deadline.
The Test Kitchen

Bon Appétit Pantry Awards 2026 Submissions Still Open

Despite an official announcement stating the submission window for the 2026 Bon Appétit Pantry Awards is “now closed,” eligible products are still due by May 31, 2026, according to Bon Appétit .

Ezra Kaplan·Jun 2
A single 'Everest Red' hybrid tomato on a supermarket shelf, overshadowing a basket of heirloom tomatoes, symbolizing market competition.
The Test Kitchen

Heirlooms vs. Hybrids: Tomato Battle Intensifies With New 'Everest Red'

Just six months after its introduction, a new hybrid tomato called 'Everest Red' now accounts for 15% of supermarket tomato sales in the Northeast, directly impacting the sales of cherished heirloom v

Ezra Kaplan·Jun 2
Aerial view of Pūnāwai Lake at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, showcasing onsite oyster cultivation cages in clear turquoise water.
The Critic's Table

Hawaii Resort Grows Onsite Oysters in Pūnāwai Lake

At the Four Seasons Resort Hualalai, over 700 oysters are harvested each week from an on-site pond, offering guests a unique pond-to-table dining experience.

Ezra Kaplan·Jun 2
A modern, automated food processing plant with advanced robotics, symbolizing resilience and efficiency in food manufacturing.
The Food Trade

Food Manufacturers Embrace EPC Rise for Resilient Production

A major dairy producer recently broke ground on a $300 million fully automated processing plant in Wisconsin, one of over $50 billion in new food and beverage (F&B) plant construction and upgrades ann

Marco Alves·Jun 1
Empty shelves in a supermarket aisle where almond flour used to be, with a distressed shopper looking at their shopping cart.
The Test Kitchen

Viral 'Cute Cloud Pastry' Recipe Sparks Ingredient Shortages

Within 48 hours of Bon Appétit's 'Cute Cloud Pastry' recipe release, specialty almond flour vanished from shelves across 30 states, leaving thousands of home bakers empty-handed.

Raffi Hovsepian·Jun 1
Artfully arranged miniature tomato galettes with flaky golden-brown pastry and glistening roasted cherry tomatoes, garnished with fresh basil.
The Test Kitchen

Learn How to Make Tiny Tomato Galettes With This Easy Recipe

Even with just five minutes of active prep, these miniature tomato galettes deliver a flaky crust and bursting tomato flavor that rivals a professional bakery!

Darius Williams·Jun 1
A close-up of exotic Sidoota and Alper Green melons, showcasing their unique textures and vibrant colors on a sunlit market stall.
The Test Kitchen

Discover Superior Melons to Try This Summer

Two obscure melon landraces, Sidoota and Alper Green, boast sugar content (TSS) as high as 12.

Ezra Kaplan·May 28
Tiburon Rum’s Spirits Competition Medals Explained
Behind the Bar

Tiburon Rum’s Spirits Competition Medals Explained

Tiburon Rum boasts a strong competition record with numerous medals, including Gold from the San Francisco Spirit Competition and Best in Class honors. This article explains the significance of its diverse awards and consistent recognition from various spirits competitions over the years.

Sponsored by Tiburon Rum·Aug 24
A dramatic depiction of the 1976 Judgement of Paris wine tasting, highlighting the surprise victory of a Napa Valley Chardonnay over French wines.
The Cellar & Vine

Judgement of Paris: 2026 marks 50th anniversary of wine upset

Fifty years ago, on May 24, 1976, a blind tasting in Paris saw a Chardonnay crafted by a Croatian immigrant from Napa Valley beat France's finest, forever changing the world of wine.

Marco Alves·May 26
A collection of elegant and modern cocktail glasses displayed on a home bar counter, showcasing evolving trends in drinkware.
The Test Kitchen

Mastering Cocktail Glassware: A Guide to Evolving Trends

A recent 'Home Bar Trends Magazine' survey found 60% of home bartenders under 35 serve martinis in coupes and Negronis in old-fashioned tumblers, openly defying established cocktail etiquette.

Ezra Kaplan·May 26
A golden-brown, perfectly roasted chicken with glistening skin, surrounded by colorful roasted root vegetables on a rustic wooden table.
The Critic's Table

Master Easy Roast Chicken Recipe for Beginners with This Guide

At Le Chêne in New York City, Chef Alexia Duchêne transforms a simple roast chicken into a culinary event.

Ezra Kaplan·May 26
Elegant wine cellar showcasing a collection of wine bottles stored on wooden racks, emphasizing the need for careful summer preservation.
The Cellar & Vine

Keep Your Wine Pristine With These Proper Summer Storage Tips

This summer, a single heatwave across the Mediterranean saw reports of significant spoilage in home cellars previously considered adequate, turning prized vintages into vinegar, according to the Europ

Marco Alves·May 25
A bottle of Jeppson's Malört on a bar counter with people toasting in the background, symbolizing its cult following in Chicago.
The Test Kitchen

Malört Liquor: Sustained Demand for the Unconventional

In Cook County, 90% of all Jeppson's Malört sales occur!

Darius Williams·May 24
Split image showing a modern cafe contrasted with a struggling coffee farmer, highlighting the disparity in the coffee industry.
The Daily Grind

Coffee Industry: Growth, Innovation, and Producer Challenges

Last year, global ready-to-drink coffee sales surged by 15%, yet the average income for a smallholder coffee farmer in Central America dropped by 8% due to volatile commodity prices.

Raffi Hovsepian·May 24
A steaming bowl of spicy peanut noodles with garnishes, showcasing a popular and easy-to-make recipe from the Epicurious app.
The Test Kitchen

Epicurious App's Trending Recipes Revealed

This week, a simple 'Spicy Peanut Noodles' recipe, requiring less than 20 minutes to prepare, surged to become the most saved dish on Epicurious, outpacing perennial favorites like lasagna.

Marco Alves·May 23
A kitchen counter filled with fresh ingredients and a recipe card, representing HelloFresh's expanded meal options and variety.
The Test Kitchen

HelloFresh Adds New Meal Options to Combat Routine

HelloFresh now offers almost 500 recipes each week, a selection larger than the menu at the Cheesecake Factory, according to Wired .

Marco Alves·May 22
A diverse group of people enjoying a sunny cookout with a variety of delicious potato salads on a picnic table.
The Test Kitchen

Experts Share Top Potato Salad Recipes for Cookouts and Weeknights

Janine "The Flavor Queen" Washle recently showcased her Classic American Potato Salad recipe on local television, reigniting the annual debate over the ultimate summer side, according to WAVE News .

Darius Williams·May 22