The Ultimate Guide to Vegan Cheese and Wine Pairings

"What I missed the most when I went vegan was the wine-and-cheese experience," says Miyoko Schinner, owner of vegan cheese brand Miyoko's Creamery. "A slice of cheese on a veggie burger is fine, but an unctuous wedge of cheese with a great wine is the meaning of life."

The Differences Between Prosecco, Franciacorta, And Other Italian Bubbles, Explained

Prosecco is a global superpower. Nearly 20 percent of all sparkling wine sold in 2017 was Prosecco, according to Nielsen data, and sales were up 21 percent over the previous year. And that's not the half of it. Industry experts like Vinexpo CEO Guillaume Deglise predict that Prosecco sales will continue to soar, increasing by more than 36 percent through 2020.

A Beautifully Buzzed Guide to Copenhagen's Cutting-Edge Coffee Scene

Street style, bicycles, design, and happiness metrics are not the only things Denmark is crushing. The Nordic nation is home to a killer coffee culture, too. In Copenhagen, a young but passionate coffee community rivals that of New York or London. As little as 15 years ago, the coffee scene in Copenhagen was relatively small.

Which wines to drink with 8 different types of pizza

For the most classic of all pizzas, pair your red sauce pie with a lighter, fresher red wine (or even a chilled red) suggests Rufio Lerma, b everage director of Rosemary's Pizza in New York City. Soft reds won't overpower the simplicity and lightness of tomato and mozzarella.

7 of the Oldest Drinking and Dining Spots in America

From haunted bars to watering holes in the most remote corners of the world, we love extremes when it comes to imbibing. Thirsty to drink in a storied establishment and learn a little history? Explore the oldest bars in America with this collection of New England taverns, New York City alehouses and more.

How to Pair Wine With Sushi

While it might be natural to drink sake in a sushi restaurant as one would drink a Nero D'Avola in an Italian one, for some, sushi and sake aren't exactly a match made in heaven. Considered an emerging novelty and acquired taste to many American palates, sake has long been the go-to for sushi and has a tradition of accompanying one another in Japan.

How to Pair Sweet Wines with Savory Foods

The general American diner mindset has been programmed to expect sweet after savory when it comes to food-and the same goes for wine. Sweet wines like Moscato d'Asti, Riesling, Tokaji or Sauternes are almost always presented on a wine list at the end of the menu under headings such as "dessert wines" or "after dinner drinks."

The 20 Most Important Cocktail Bars in New York City Right Now

New York City nightlife spans everything from lovably grimy dives to historic hotel bars to thumping dance clubs on the shores of Brighton Beach, Brooklyn. Its cutting-edge cocktail culture, however, is rightfully world famous. For more than 20 years, the city has been pursuing creative and at times cerebral mixology.

Why a Pound of Panama Geisha Coffee Sold for $1,029 - and Was Worth It

In May 2019, Lamastus Family Estates crushed the record for highest score in the prestigious Best of Panama (BoP) coffee competition created by the Specialty Coffee Association of Panama. Of a total of 174 coffees submitted to the competition, 78 of which were selected to be evaluated by a panel of international judges, the family's Elida Geisha Green Tip Natural scored 95.25 out of 100 points.

Portugal's 'World of Wine' Complex Is the Mediterranean's Newest Oenophile Destination

Photo: courtesy World of Wine A magical cork forest. The rosé palace featuring a pool of pink bubbles. A dreamy chocolate experience a la Willy Wonka. Port and cacao pairings. The World of Wine in Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal is a wine lover's fantasy land.

How to Pair Wine with Mexican Food

A beer, margarita or michelada (a beer cocktail with lime juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce and spices) is the obvious go-to beverage for Mexican food, but they can completely undercut the flavors of a delicate ceviche or overpower a simple tostada or tamale. "A new perception of pairing wine with Mexican cuisine IS beginning to take shape.

The Best Bottles of Wine (and Booze) for Every Holiday Party, at Every Budget

The holidays are expensive, especially for those both popular and polite enough to never attend a party empty-handed. Fortunately, being a (conscientious) social butterfly doesn't have to be prohibitively pricey. The perfect host or hostess gift might be an offbeat sparkler, affordable Napa Valley crowd-pleaser, or well-chosen spirit (bonus points for bringing the mixer, too).

Planes, Trains and Yaks: Five of the World's Most Remote Bars

There are old bars. There are haunted bars. But what about bars in remote corners of the world? To access some of these locations, you may have to hike through the wilderness, journey by boat or even ride a yak. If you have a thirst for adventure, these far-reaching bars just might slake your curiosity.

Nine of the World's Most Beautiful Wine and Spirits Bottles

While all that glitters certainly isn't gold, and you absolutely shouldn't judge a book by its cover, there is something to be said for creative packaging. In fact, some wine and spirit bottles are bona fide works of art.