FILL MY STOCKING WITH A DUPLEX AND CHECKS
Why Are Christmas-Themed Bars Such Big Business?
Christmas-themed pop-up bars are spreading good cheer and booze during the holidays. Eater dives into why.
PAPER OR PLASTIC?
Bagged Drinks Seem Weird In The US, But They're The Norm Everywhere Else
While cups reign supreme in the States, bags are the takeout vessel of choice across Asia, Central America and South America.
AIRBNB AND ME
How Airbnb Profits From Travelers' Love Of Experience
As people begin to value "things" less and "doing stuff" more, Airbnb has simultaneously personalized and commoditized the food-related experience.
BUBBLING OVER
It's Time For The Seltzer Bubble To Burst
Seltzer has been a certified trend since the mid 2010s, but in 2019, it reached its peak.
THE REAL DEAL
What Does 'Authenticity' In Food Mean In 2019?
Authenticity used to be the buzzword when it came to food. While the word still matters, its definition isn't as simple as it used to be.
MCCOMPETITION
McDonald's Is Desperate For A Trendy Chicken Sandwich — But It Shouldn't Be
The McChicken doesn't capture the same excitement as Popeyes's fried chicken sandwich, so a direct competitor is on the way.
THE THEME IS STRONG WITH THIS ROOM
A New Instant Pot Gets Us Closer To An Entire 'Star Wars' Kitchen
What other appliances can the Disney property take over?
TAKE A CHILL SIP
How 'Calming' Drinks Like Recess, Made With Adaptogens And CBD, Took Over
The love child of the anxiety economy and the wellness industry, a new category of beverage promises a calming antidote to the unease of modern life.
'I HAVE THIS KITCHEN TO MYSELF'
Inside A Brooklyn Chef's First Apartment — Without Roommates
A tour of the Brooklyn-based vegan chef's small apartment kitchen — and her tips for making cornbread at home.
GRUB SNUB
What Does 'Good Food' Really Mean?
Unlike the Michelin guides, James Beard Awards and the World's 50 Best list, the Good Food 100 considers restaurants' big-picture impact over taste and technique.
KEEP TRUCKIN'
How To Run Your Own Food Truck Business
The founders behind So Good Pupusas, Mac Mart and Foxy Falafel explain the challenges and rewards of operating a food business from inside a truck.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Hunting To Eat Is Not A Novel Idea. It's The Original Idea
When it comes to hunting, many people picture trophy bucks and rec rooms full of taxidermy, but it is, at a basic level, all about food.
EAT, BUT DON'T LOOK LIKE IT
The Difficulty Of Treating Eating Disorders With Western-Centric Therapy
Chinese food always connected me to my cultural identity. It also continually reminded me of all the ways I didn't measure up.
A GUIDE YOU DIDN'T KNOW YOU NEEDED
The Costco Brand Alcohols That Are Actually Worth Buying, According To A Bartender
A bartender ranks Costco's popular Kirkland brand of house spirits, from French Vodka to Añejo Tequila.
[SOFTLY, BUT WITH FEELING] DON'T
Taco Bell Wants You To Purée Your Tacos To Make Some Kind Of Taco Bisque?
The fast-food chain posted a recipe to its blog that calls for simmering its rolled chicken tacos in broth and pureeing it to make soup.
RAW END OF THE DEAL
Why Are Americans Afraid Of Eating Raw Milk Cheese?
Why we're skeptical, and how the government encourages our skepticism.
RISKY-TIKI-TAVI
Is America Ready For A Trader Vic's Comeback?
To move forward, Trader Vic's will have to adapt to a world that's questioning the sins of tiki.
WHINE AND DINE
A Few Tips, Tricks And Questionable Practices To Try Next Time You Dine Out
The Eater team divulges its top tips for better restaurant experiences.
COOKIE FLAUNTER
The Cookie Sculptor Taking 3-D Cookie Recipes To The Next Level
The YouTube baker's cookies can take hundreds of hours to complete. So why are people so interested in her designs?
BUTTER WATCH OUT
The Real Problem With Paula Deen
Why was Paula Deen allowed to be the authority on Southern cooking for over a decade?