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NA Beer Showdown: 15 Worth Buying, 10 to Skip, Says Chowhound
food-and-drink2 months ago

NA Beer Showdown: 15 Worth Buying, 10 to Skip, Says Chowhound

Chowhound tested 37 non-alcoholic beers and surfaced a practical ranking: 15 buys and 10 skips, underscoring how far NA beers have come. The piece highlights standout picks like Guinness 0, Corona NA, Deschutes Black Butte NA, Deschutes Fresh Haze NA IPA, Michelob Ultra Zero, and Untitled Art FLVR! varieties, while noting misses such as Heineken 0.0, Stella Artois 0.0, Montauk N.A. Golden, and Elysian Easy Dust NA IPA. The author evaluated flavor balance and drinkability against each beer’s style (not aiming to mimic alcohol) and considered how flavors develop when warm or chilled.

Three Madison Names Earn 2026 James Beard Semifinalist Nod
food-and-drink2 months ago

Three Madison Names Earn 2026 James Beard Semifinalist Nod

The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 restaurant and chef semifinalists, highlighting three Madison names: Public Parking Bar (Best New Bar), Hastings Cameron of Imaginary Factory (Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service), and Mint Mark Executive Chef Kasey Lee Cooke (Best Chef: Midwest). Finalists will be named March 31 and winners announced June 15 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Two-Michelin-star Ynyshir in Wales receives one-star hygiene rating
food-and-drink2 months ago

Two-Michelin-star Ynyshir in Wales receives one-star hygiene rating

Ynyshir, a Welsh restaurant with two Michelin stars, was handed a one-star hygiene rating by the Food Standards Agency after a November inspection, which found major improvements were needed in food safety management though cleanliness and handling were generally satisfactory. The venue, known for a five-hour tasting menu, has addressed issues and paperwork gaps since the visit; owner-chef Gareth Ward defended their approach to raw ingredients and said standards remain high. CNN notes Ynyshir is Wales’ only two-Michelin-star restaurant.

Tragic Mocha Choking Incidents Continue in Japan During New Year
food-and-drink3 months ago

Tragic Mocha Choking Incidents Continue in Japan During New Year

A woman in Tokyo died and six others were hospitalized after choking on mochi, a traditional Japanese rice cake eaten during New Year celebrations. The incident highlights the ongoing risk of mochi choking, especially among the elderly, with authorities advising caution when consuming the chewy treat. Historically, mochi has been linked to multiple fatalities and hospitalizations in Japan, prompting safety tips such as chewing slowly and cutting the cake into small pieces.

Easy Tips for Making Clear Ice at Home
food-and-drink3 months ago

Easy Tips for Making Clear Ice at Home

To make clear ice at home, use the technique of directional freezing by insulating the water container to force freezing in one direction, which pushes impurities to one side. This method results in denser, slower-melting, and visually appealing clear ice, unlike the cloudy ice produced by conventional freezing methods. You can achieve this with simple household items like an insulated cooler or commercial clear ice trays, and then cut away the cloudy part to reveal clear ice for your drinks.