Cecil & Merl Cherry Bitters: Juicy bitters destined to elevate summer cocktail-making adventures

Cecil & Merl Cherry Bitters


Launched in 2012, the company name Cecil & Merl honors the two “sweet-tooth” patriarchs of the founders’—Deborah Williamson and Bryan Calvert—families. Together, Williamson and Calvert began their business with rustic cheesecakes—lemon ricotta, mango, dulce de leche and…

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Kuhn Rikon Corn Twister: A safe, hassle-free tool designed to strip fresh kernels off the cob for your summer recipes

Kuhn Rikon Corn Twister


Grilled corn on the cob is a summer BBQ staple, but fresh corn “off” the cob can be even more versatile, adding color and sweetness to any dish from breakfast to dinner. Providing an alternative to the cumbersome, messy and semi-risky method of…

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Our Perfect Vesper, In the Gloaming: Our twist on the martini’s bigger, bolder cousin

Our Perfect Vesper, In the Gloaming


Sponsored content: For the summer season, a Vesper cocktail—kin to the classic martini—provides enough potent refreshment to keep the dog days away. Born of the imagination that brought James Bond into the world, the Vesper pairs vodka with gin. Both…

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Five Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Summer: Keep cool and refreshed without booze with these festive, craft drinks

Five Non-Alcoholic Drinks for Summer


Kicking back with a cool beverage in the warmer months is one of life’s simple pleasures. With the rise in popularity of craft cocktails, a similar rise in quality non-acoholic drinks has followed suit. Our round-up of summer’s chillest booze-free libations offers tastes to keep everyone enjoying the party.Continue Reading…

In the Kitchen with Alain Passard: Comic artist Christophe Blain documents the Michelin-starred chef’s culinary exploits

In the Kitchen with Alain Passard


Already smitten with the idea of an illustrated cookbook, after trying out Amanda Cohen’s “Dirt Candy,” we were thrilled to hear about the release an English language version of “In the Kitchen with Alain Passard.”…

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The Salty Bird Cocktail: Welcome summer with pineapple, Campari and black strap rum

The Salty Bird Cocktail


We recently joined Theo Lieberman of NYC’s Milk & Honey to try out his latest creation; a fruity and bitter cocktail ideal for tropical living. Crafted in tandem with Lauren Schell of ,…

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Cook It Raw: Recipes, notes and photos of ultra-exclusive culinary adventures revealed to the rest of the world

Cook It Raw


Invited by consultant Alessandro Porcelli to explore sustainability through food for an event coinciding with the 2009 climate change summit in Copenhagen, the group of innovative chefs behind Cook it Raw—the ultra-exclusive organization that evolved out…

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Cauliflower Rice Recipe: Chef Nikki Bennett offers up a tasty alternative to satisfy white rice cravings

Cauliflower Rice Recipe


Along with a host of other processed grains, white rice has fallen out of our daily routine in the search for a simpler and less processed diet. Craving something similar, we reached out to the experts for an alternative—in this case our friend…

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Holiday Recipes: Pumpkin Muffins: Sweet and spectacular confections from Thomas Keller’s newest cookbook

Holiday Recipes: Pumpkin Muffins

In anticipation of the various gatherings that occur around this time of year, we’ve pulled together five of our favorite cookbooks from recent months. Each day this week, CH will feature a different cookbook and a recipe, the sum of which will make up a complete holiday meal. Our…

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Holiday Recipes: Broccoli Carpaccio: Update your table with a raw and spicy side dish recipe from Dirt Candy: A Cookbook

Holiday Recipes: Broccoli Carpaccio

In anticipation of the various gatherings that occur around this time of year, we’ve pulled together five of our favorite cookbooks from recent months. Each day this week, CH will feature a different cookbook and a recipe, the sum of which will make up a complete holiday meal. Today’s…

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