Lifestyle

Food
N.J.’s best new Greek restaurant transports diners to Santorini. Don’t miss the octopus! | Review

A new Greek restaurant in New Jersey is drawing crowds by offering an immersive, island-inspired experience. Diners praise the vibrant flavors, with an octopus dish standing out as a must-try.

Regional Specialties

The San Francisco Restaurant That Cooks All Its Food Over An Open Flame

A San Francisco eatery is redefining dining by cooking every dish over an open flame. Located in the Bay Area, it promises a distinct, complex flavor perfect for those who crave a smoky, fire-kissed taste in every bite.

Regional Specialties

 The San Francisco Restaurant That Cooks All Its Food Over An Open Flame
This Christmas, the Feast of the Seven Fishes feels a little different

Many Americans are preparing for a cherished holiday meal known as the Feast of the Seven Fishes. A recent study reveals that 87% of the population plans to celebrate Christmas, with most gathering in the company of loved ones.

Regional Specialties

Lasagna is trending this Christmas, and that’s not by accident

This holiday season, lasagna appears poised to become a new Christmas favorite. According to a recent YouGov survey, this hearty Italian classic ranks second only to macaroni and cheese, capturing the attention of home cooks and holiday hosts nationwide.

Regional Specialties

 Lasagna is trending this Christmas, and that’s not by accident
Chanukah Sweet potato and butternut squash fritters with spicy dipping sauce

Sweet potato and butternut squash fritters with a spicy dipping sauce promise a fresh celebration of Chanukah. Authored by Silvia Nacamulli, this dish is set to become a top holiday favorite.

Regional Specialties

 Chanukah Sweet potato and butternut squash fritters with spicy dipping sauce
A Dozen Tennessee Distilleries Have Blended Their Whiskeys Together for This Excellent New Expression

A group of 12 Tennessee distilleries, including Jack Daniel’s, has crafted a new blended whiskey. This “excellent new expression” captures the collective spirit and expertise of some of the most respected names in the state’s storied whiskey tradition.

Regional Specialties

 A Dozen Tennessee Distilleries Have Blended Their Whiskeys Together for This Excellent New Expression
The Best Cookbooks of 2025: Soju Party, Fat and Flour, Salsa Daddy, Italo Punk, and More

This year’s eclectic lineup of cookbooks highlights an exciting blend of salsa, noodles, drinking culture, and home baking. From “Soju Party” to “Italo Punk,” these new releases bring global flavors and fresh techniques to the modern kitchen.

Regional Specialties

 The Best Cookbooks of 2025: Soju Party, Fat and Flour, Salsa Daddy, Italo Punk, and More
Speakout: What restaurant has the best chicken tenders?

Sioux City is buzzing over a simple yet tantalizing inquiry: Which restaurant offers the finest chicken tenders in town? Posed by Sioux City Journal News, this question has captivated locals who can’t wait to share their preferred spots for these crispy, comforting morsels.

Regional Specialties

 Speakout: What restaurant has the best chicken tenders?
San Antonio holiday tradition La Gran Tamalada to include high school culinary students

La Gran Tamalada has long been a holiday centerpiece in San Antonio. This year, it will also shine a spotlight on the talents of high school culinary students from seven local schools, bringing fresh energy to a beloved event.

Regional Specialties

 San Antonio holiday tradition La Gran Tamalada to include high school culinary students
Remember When: Pumpkin pie and … oysters?

We tend to assume turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie have always dominated the Thanksgiving feast. Yet a closer look at earlier generations’ tables reveals a more diverse menu, including dishes that might surprise us today—like oysters.

Regional Specialties

 Remember When: Pumpkin pie and … oysters?
When eating guineas was the Thanksgiving meat

Once a traditional centerpiece at Thanksgiving dinners, guineas have largely slipped from public memory. These days, few people have even heard of them, much less tasted one.

Regional Specialties

 When eating guineas was the Thanksgiving meat
Sides outshine the turkey at Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving has long been synonymous with turkey, but new insights show that nearly half of Americans might be leaning toward side dishes instead. As reported in the latest Campbell’s Company State of the Sides survey, these favorite extras could be outshining the holiday bird.

Regional Specialties

NKY on Tap: All I want for Christmas is holiday beer recommendations

Northern Kentucky’s breweries are rolling out their most festive beers to celebrate the holiday season. Newport firefighter and beer enthusiast, Joe Schutzman, reveals his top picks, highlighting the region’s strong sense of community and local flavor.

Regional Specialties

 NKY on Tap: All I want for Christmas is holiday beer recommendations
Don’t blame the turkey

If you’ve ever found yourself nodding off after Thanksgiving dinner, you might blame the turkey. However, this bird isn’t the sole reason for your post-feast nap, suggests a recent piece from Griffindailynews.

Regional Specialties

 Don’t blame the turkey
Luxury, lineage and local flavor define Tipperary’s global moment

Tucked away in Ireland’s Golden Vale, Tipperary has quietly blossomed into a destination worth global attention. Named by Lonely Planet this year, it embodies luxury, lineage, and local charm that’s drawing new admirers to the region.

Regional Specialties

 Luxury, lineage and local flavor define Tipperary’s global moment
New N.J. brewery is offering a sneak peek on Black Friday before anyone else can visit

A new South Jersey brewery is granting guests a Black Friday weekend sneak peek before it officially opens. Attendees can register for the Founding Member Mug Club and participate in a range of planned activities showcasing the brewery’s offerings.

Regional Specialties

Garlicky Herb-Roasted Whole Cauliflower

A humble vegetable transforms into a stunning showpiece in this recipe by Mia Syn. Roasted whole with a garlicky, cheesy, herbed oil, it proves that cauliflower can be both hearty and surprisingly elegant.

Vegan Recipes

A top N.J. pizzeria is expanding to the Jersey Shore. Here’s where.

One of New Jersey’s most highly rated pizzerias is making a splash along the Jersey Shore, settling in a spot well-known for its vibrant dining scene. Pizza enthusiasts statewide are looking forward to this elite pizzeria joining the coastal community.

Regional Specialties

The Most Annoying Part of Baking Has Ruined Too Many Thanksgivings. There’s Finally a Better Way.

For countless home cooks, one aspect of baking threatens to sabotage the holidays. Now, a new approach aims to simplify the process and ensure that everyone gets a bigger—and better—slice.

Regional Specialties

 The Most Annoying Part of Baking Has Ruined Too Many Thanksgivings. There’s Finally a Better Way.
Pricey poultry prompts practical tips for National Leftovers Day

Turkey prices soared by over 22% this holiday season, making the Thanksgiving centerpiece costlier than ever. With National Leftovers Day around the corner, many families are looking at practical ways to manage their most expensive meal component.

Regional Specialties

 Pricey poultry prompts practical tips for National Leftovers Day
Destination Weddings in 2026: From Exclusive Resorts to Culinary-Focused Celebrations

Blending elegance, sustainability, and gastronomic flair, 2026’s destination weddings are redefining tradition. From “wed-cations” that lengthen celebrations to culinary-inspired receptions and greener practices, travel advisors are prepping for a wave of innovative nuptials in top hotspots like Cancun and the Caribbean.

Regional Specialties

 Destination Weddings in 2026: From Exclusive Resorts to Culinary-Focused Celebrations
1 5 6 7 12