Amazon may be one of America’s largest retailers, but technology has been the driving force behind the brand, whether online, where Amazon built its business, or at its brick-and-mortar stores, where things like their “Just Walk Out” technology has revolutionized the shopping experience. Similarly, in September 2020, the brand began introducing “Amazon Dash Carts” at […]
As Food & Wine reports, protected geographical indications are important for both consumers and producers — for instance, allowing drinkers to know their Napa wine actually comes from Napa and protecting winemakers from counterfeiters who want to slap the Napa name on a bottle. But protecting products in foreign countries outside of their home jurisdictions can be trickier. And […]
It has been a big month for the Old Post Office building in Washington, D.C. The historic landmark has officially reopened as a luxe Waldorf Astoria hotel, and its clock tower — complete with an incredible 360-degree view of the city — is welcoming visitors for the first time since we all added phrases like “social distancing” and […]
From Busch Stadium to Coors Field, baseball and beer have a long established history. But with basketball, though you’ll certainly see fans drinking beers, as far as the players are concerned, the NBA has become a league of wine enthusiasts. According to Food & Wine, LeBron James — arguably the NBA’s biggest star — has been outspoken about his […]
As Food & Wine reports, Ina Garten is in Paris, and she wants to take you all along for the ride. At least on Instagram. Garten, who often shares favorite recipes, sneak peeks of her garden, and even a few images of her beloved husband Jeffrey on her Instagram account, has switched things up to […]
Earlier this month, Queen Elizabeth II achieved a new milestone in her run as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, officially reaching the 70th anniversary of her ascension to the throne on February 6, 1952. If that date seems to have come and gone quietly, that may be because the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee won’t officially be celebrated until June of […]
To recap: 2020 was an unprecedented disaster. 2021 was just depressing. So for 2022, things have to get better, right? Well, Sweethearts, the candy conversation hearts that are ubiquitous every Valentine’s Day, are sure doing their part to make it so. Sticking with their trend of updating some of their sayings on an annual basis (last year, it was […]
If you’re a ’90s kid who wants to bring adult self back to your childhood, the new Warheads Hard Seltzer is the drink for you. Warhead’s parent company Impact Confections worked in collaboration with Artisanal Brew Works, a brewery based in Saratoga Springs, NY, to make five different mouth-puckering flavors. There are black cherry, lemon, […]
Food & Wine reports that on June 3, a new attraction for Harry Potter fans will be opening in New York City’s Flatiron District: The world’s first and only official Harry Potter flagship store. The three-floor, 21,000-square-foot-plus space promises to “house the largest collection of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts products under one roof.” But […]
It’s Fat Tuesday! (Also known as Pancake Day, Mardi Gras, and Shrove Tuesday.) Whatever you call it, it’s the day before the 40 days of Lenten fasting and penance begin, so it is definitely a time to celebrate. Here are some tips on how to live the day… with food! What should I eat today? […]