In a world increasingly aware of its environmental footprint, the sustainability debate often centers on the very visible culprits of fossil fuels and industrial pollution. Yet, noise-dampening issues equally abound in nearly every home: food waste. When the discarded food makes it to landfills, it undergoes anaerobic decomposition (without oxygen), releasing methane into the atmosphere. Methane has the clout of...
There's always been a debate about pineapple on pizza. The subject is known for tearing families apart and ruining relationships. The combination of cold fruit on hot pizza is mind-blowing to many. Some people love it, and others can't fathom the idea. Well, pineapple on pizza isn't the only weird food combination that tastes incredible (or disgusting, depending on what...
Who doesn't love food? Yeah, we need it to survive, but there is nothing better than sitting down to an incredible meal. Whether you have cooked something at home for yourself or are dining out at an expensive restaurant, food is incredible. And while eating it is great, there are a lot of things about how food is made and...
Tequila has become a much-loved spirit over the past decade. Once reserved for shots on a big night out, tequila has elevated itself to a niche spirit drunk by sophisticated men and women who want something other than vodka or whiskey. Sales of the yummy liquid have increased by as much as 30% since 2014 in the United States. The...
People are obsessed with hot food these days. No, we don't mean hot as in straight out of the oven, but hot in taste. The hot sauce business is in overdrive as regular folk's appetite for a spicy kick to their meals continues to rise. There's no real reason why people are obsessed with chowing down on the hottest pepper...
When it comes to traditional American spirits, it doesn't get any more red, white, and blue than bourbon. While most people think of bourbon brands like Jack Daniels, Makers Mark, Woodford Reserve, and Wild Turkey usually spring to mind. These cheaper options are solid but pale in comparison to the most expensive bourbon bottles that are on the market. But...
Who doesn't love a drink? What's even better is when you splash out on the top shelf stuff. Nothing beats a little Black Label or maybe some good quality tequila. While forking out $100 for a tasty bottle of spirits is something most of us do when it's a special occasion, for some, expensive alcohol drinks are the norm. The...
Once upon a time, you could fit what I knew about dark beers onto the back of a postage stamp. Through rigorous study and some not insignificant taste testing, I’ve been able to improve my knowledge base to at least hold a reasonable conversation with professional dark beer devotees. While there is a huge (and often confusing) range in dark...
I’m a huge believer in Polish vodka. I’ve written consistently that if given the choice I’d take a bottle of Polish vodka over their Russian counterparts, both for the quality of the liquid and from a price comparison standpoint. Don’t get me wrong, Russian vodka is fantastic, but I love the commitment Polish producers take to differentiate their expressions from other...
Whether you’re a local looking to catch the Lakers game or an out-of-towner hoping to support your favorite sports team from afar, Los Angeles has some of the best and most unique sports bars to provide you with the best time. From beachside bars to iconic hotspots that are known for getting rather rowdy, there really is a place for...
