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Buffalo Trace Turns Its Distillery Into a Bourbon Camp for Adults
food-and-drink8 hours ago

Buffalo Trace Turns Its Distillery Into a Bourbon Camp for Adults

Buffalo Trace is turning its Frankfort, KY campus into Camp Buffalo Trace—an adult bourbon-themed immersive experience with interactive activities, bourbon education, and optional luxury on-site camping. Highlights include a Whiskey Woodcraft Workshop, Bung Driving Relay, Blind Tasting & Buffalo Trace Trivia, and a Single Barrel Challenge, plus overnight camping in air‑conditioned canvas tents. The event takes place August 29 and September 5, with a July 14–21 sweepstakes to win day‑camp or day‑plus‑overnight passes; full rules at buffalotracedistillery.com/camp.

Olive Garden Relaunches Never-Ending Pasta Pass for 13-Week Pasta Fest
food-and-drink16 hours ago

Olive Garden Relaunches Never-Ending Pasta Pass for 13-Week Pasta Fest

Olive Garden is reviving its Never-Ending Pasta Pass after a six-year break, selling 10,000 passes for $100 that grant unlimited pasta, sauces, and toppings for 13 weeks (Aug. 31–Nov. 22) with in-restaurant dining only, no sharing, and gratuity not included. Passholders get early access to the Pasta Bowl on Aug. 24, and two new toppings—Spicy Alfredo sauce and Crispy Shrimp Fritta—are being added this year; passes go on sale July 16 at 2 p.m. ET at PastaPass.com.

KFC’s Secret to Crisp, Juicy Fried Chicken Revealed
food-and-drink1 day ago

KFC’s Secret to Crisp, Juicy Fried Chicken Revealed

KFC’s signature fried chicken is tied to a secret 11-herbs-and-spices blend and a pressure-frying method that yields a crisp crust and juicy meat; the chain hand-breads each piece and uses a planned ‘racking’ layout for even cooking, with lore that the handwritten recipe is locked in a vault, and popular theories like the 7-10-7 breading technique circulate online.

Budget-friendly gateway malts: top value single malts by Scottish region
food-and-drink2 days ago

Budget-friendly gateway malts: top value single malts by Scottish region

The article tours Scotland’s five official whisky regions (plus the Islands) and names a value single malt for each: Speyside — Aberlour 12; Highlands — The GlenDronach 12 Year Old; Lowlands — Auchentoshan American Oak; Islay — Ardbeg 10; Campbeltown — Glen Scotia Double Cask; Islands — Highland Park 12 Year Old, using these gateway malts to illustrate how regional flavors differ and help newcomers start exploring Scotch.

Ask This, Not That: Get the Best Menu Picks Through Conversation
lifestyle4 days ago

Ask This, Not That: Get the Best Menu Picks Through Conversation

Experts say diners should start a two-way chat with their server to tailor recommendations, focusing on what the restaurant is known for or what they’d order that night to catch what's freshest, rather than simply asking for a personal favorite. By discussing mood, dietary needs, and preferences, guests help servers guide them to dishes that fit their desires, making the experience about quality and fit rather than pushing the priciest item. The piece emphasizes mutual dialogue where the server learns what the guest wants and the guest learns about the menu, with a brief nod to tipping discussions and the need for automatic gratuity disclosures before ordering.

France’s 2,000-year-old cancoillotte goes viral, reshaping dairy aisles
food-and-drink23 days ago

France’s 2,000-year-old cancoillotte goes viral, reshaping dairy aisles

France’s 2,000-year-old cancoillotte cheese is surging in popularity thanks to social media influencers who highlighted its low-fat, high-protein profile (130 calories, 8g fat, 16g protein per 100g), driving a 25% May surge in demand and a regional dairy renaissance across Franche-Comté; with PGI status and health endorsements helping sales, though the cheese remains a regional specialty to many consumers outside the region.

Sidelined alcohol-risk study challenges Trump-era dietary guidance
health1 month ago

Sidelined alcohol-risk study challenges Trump-era dietary guidance

A federally commissioned study found that health risks rise with even one daily drink and recommended Americans limit to one drink per day; the study, published in a peer-reviewed journal, was reportedly sidelined as the Trump administration rewrote dietary guidelines, raising questions about the integrity of the guideline process and its public-health implications.

Chicago’s Smyth tops North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026
life-style1 month ago

Chicago’s Smyth tops North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026

The North America’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, announced in New Orleans, crowned Smyth in Chicago as No. 1, with Calgary’s Eight at No. 2 and Lincoln, Ontario’s Pearl Morissette at No. 3. The list spans 20 cities, including 14 Canadian and 36 U.S. restaurants, and features 18 new entries. New York’s Lysée pastry chef Eunji Lee was named Best Pastry Chef and Aldo Sohm won Best Sommelier.

Nutritionists Rank Grocery Hot Dogs: Healthiest Picks to Avoid the Salt Bombs
food-and-drink1 month ago

Nutritionists Rank Grocery Hot Dogs: Healthiest Picks to Avoid the Salt Bombs

Nutritionists rate store-bought hot dogs from healthiest to least healthy, favoring uncured, whole-meat options (beef, turkey, chicken) with lower sodium and minimal ingredients, while flagging traditional, high-sodium, heavily processed brands. Veggie dogs can be reasonable but vary in processing; labels like “uncured” or “no nitrates” aren’t guaranteed safer. For a healthier grill, look for options with less than about 400 mg sodium per serving, read ingredients carefully, and enjoy hot dogs in moderation.