Eat & Drink
The definitive guide to the best restaurants, cafes, bars, and breweries in town, from hidden gems to local institutions.

Inflation's Grip Tightens: Beef Prices See Double-Digit Hikes
U.S. beef prices soared to an unprecedented $9.64 per pound in April, setting a new high for grocery bills. This surge, a 13% jump from last year, strains household budgets, as Fox Business reported.

Julia Child's Caesar Salad: A Culinary Debate
Julia Child, the culinary icon revered for her meticulous French techniques, surprisingly omitted a key ingredient from her famous Caesar salad recipe.

Peach Cobbler Factory Opens, Offers Cobblers & Crisps
On May 22, The Peach Cobbler Factory unveiled its first Austin-area franchise in Round Rock, a bold move for specialized dessert offerings.

New Summer 2026 Cookbooks Feature Niche Flavors and Plant-Forward Dishes
Carla Hall's 'Carla Bakes' unleashes unexpected delights like Chicken Pot Pie Pop-Tarts, marking a vibrant new era for cookbooks.

Finding the Best Stainless Steel & Hybrid Pans
The All-Clad D3 Frying Pan: a culinary icon, consistently lauded for its featherlight feel and lifelong resilience.

Evilgiane Announces 'Giane 2' Album, Teasing 2026 Release
Just months after releasing a surprise 23-track mixtape, producer Evilgiane announced his next album, 'Giane 2', will not arrive until January 9, 2026.

Whip Up Easy Healthy Meals Using Store-Bought Hummus Now
Forget the salad bar.

French-Inspired Guillotine Bakery Prepares to Open in Chicago
A new 12,000-square-foot Greek-Levantine restaurant, Naia, has just opened on the Chicago Riverwalk, heralding a wave of ambitious and diverse culinary ventures.

Macerate Strawberries with Sugar for Sweet, Juicy Results
With just a tablespoon of sugar and 30 minutes in the fridge, ordinary strawberries transform into glossy, intensely flavored gems.

Trader Joe's Organic Margarita Mix: A Cleaner Alternative
For just $3.99, shoppers can now grab a 32-ounce jug of Trader Joe's Organic Margarita Mix, challenging expectations for affordable cocktail ingredients, according to Bonappetit and Traderjoes . This

French Food Experts on Paris Dining Trends for 2026
At Le Restaurant, chef Valentin Raffali has made securing a table one of Paris's most challenging culinary feats.

Atlanta's New Bars Offer Unique Experiences and Flavors
At Lucky Star, patrons savor innovative Taiwanese cocktails alongside specialty coffee and pastries, signaling Atlanta's unexpected rise as a multifaceted bar destination.

Whip Up Quick Pickled Red Onions With This Easy Recipe
Forget waiting days for fermented flavors: perfectly quick pickled red onions can be ready to eat in just 15 minutes.

Whip up these easy weeknight dinners to make right now
Sheet Pan Okonomiyaki, a fast and easy dish, clocks in at under 400 calories a serving, proving that delicious, healthy weeknight meals are more accessible than ever, according to Good Housekeeping .

Lalanne's sinister marble birds: Influential design
At TEFAF, a pair of marble-bird chairs, two of only twelve ever made, unveiled a sinister fusion of human and avian forms.

La Marzocco Achieves B Corp Certification for Espresso Machines
La Marzocco, a name synonymous with high-end espresso, has become the first espresso machine manufacturer to achieve B Corp certification, scoring 84.

Editors Share Their Favorite New Products Loved in May 2026
Ah, May! A month when the culinary world, and indeed the entire consumer landscape, truly blossoms. This May, Forbes editors unveiled a truly remarkable offer: a free Tovala Smart Oven with a weekly m

Philadelphia Chefs Earn Finalist Spots in 2026 James Beard Awards
New York's Atomix, last year's No.

Editors Recommend Top Coffee Mugs for Durability and Design
Forget the generic cup.

Maximize Summer Melon Flavor with Proper Storage
A perfectly ripe summer melon, a true seasonal delight, can turn bland and mushy in just three days if not stored correctly after cutting.

Grapefruit Juice Doesn't Extend Caffeine's Effects, Research Shows
New research debunks the popular belief that grapefruit juice can make your morning coffee buzz last longer.

Defining Cocktail Bars: 2026 Trends Shape Luxury Drink Experiences
At Bar Chimera, a single Big Pappy Old Fashioned, crafted with 12-year Pappy Van Winkle, Okinawa sugar, and Angostura bitters, costs an astonishing $275, according to Observer .

Modern Cocktail Glassware: Trends & Innovation
At The Radicle, a stirred, boozy drink isn't just served in a rocks glass; it's presented in NUDE's Bar/Giani, a footed glass designed for a 'laid-back, yet leveled-up feel,' reports Punchdrink .

Beginners Bake Juicy Roast Chicken With This Easy 425°F Recipe
A Michelin-starred chef’s roast chicken recipe demands a heritage bird with feet intact, rendering crisp nubs.

Jackson Heights two bedroom apartment hits market
A 1,280-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bath co-op with a windowed, eat-in kitchen and king-sized bedrooms just hit the market at 86-10 34th Avenue, #613 in Jackson Heights.

Venice Biennale 2026 performance art reviews highlight visceral engagement
At the Austrian pavilion, visitors urinate into porta-potties feeding a water tank where a performer is submerged.

New-York Historical Society Celebrates Betye Saar's Promised Gift
Betye Saar's mixed-media work 'ABCD Education' recently sold for $81,900 at Sotheby's, nearly tripling its high estimate.

Strawberry Coffee Demand Surges Amid Supply Chain Challenges
Within 24 hours of its release, the latest Sprudgecast episode, "Strawberry Fields Forever," didn't just break records; it shattered them by 20%, igniting an immediate, fervent demand for strawberry-f

World Cup: NYC restaurants offer deals, tourism boost lacking
Nearly 300 New York City restaurants have embraced the World Cup spirit, rolling out enticing $26 dining specials.

Rocco Fridge: 10-year warranty, premium fridge at mid-range price
The Rocco Fridge, a beacon of durability with its 10-year warranty and 3x thicker steel frame, is now a steal at $1,595.