By THE MANUAL | Christopher Osburn | 1/30/2026 8:00 PM

All whiskey drinkers need a few value bottles they intend to drink neat (or on the rocks) and use as the base for cocktails. We’re not talking about bottles that are found on the top shelf, but we definitely don’t mean bottom-shelf, plastic-handle bottles either. We’re referencing multi-layered, balanced, everyday expressions in the mid-range that […] The post Bourbons over $300 worth the splurge appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) | 1/30/2026 7:39 PM

Costco sells all kinds of kitchen appliances, including coffee makers. There's one brand that's frequently returned to the store by customers. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Kate Row) | 1/30/2026 6:19 PM

Costco is teeming with bulk chicken products. We'll help you stock up on the customer favorites and keep the ones with bad reputations out of your cart. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Mark Stock | 1/30/2026 4:03 PM

Goodbye January, hello February. That does not have to mean giving up your favorite non-alcoholic cocktails, whether you participated in a dry month or not. Frankly, it’s just nice to have some good options at the ready. We’ve been mining for some good options and, lately, have come up with quite a few. These days, […] The post An NA Irish Coffee cocktail to get you through Dry January (and beyond) appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 1/30/2026 2:39 PM

If you've ever wondered what happens to Aldi items that get returned, let us warn you that the answer is a little disheartening. Here's why. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Jay Wilson) | 1/30/2026 1:19 PM

Canned tomato soup is a quick and tasty meal, but it can often taste a little flat. Here are some simple ingredients to add for an easy flavor boost. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/30/2026 12:39 PM

Eating nutrient-rich foods is important for any diet, and if you want to know how to specifically increase your vitamin D intake, we know just the fish! ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 1/30/2026 12:14 PM

Attending sporting events is expensive and the NFL is no exception. Levi's Stadium is hosting Super Bowl LX and you may wonder what a hot dog costs there. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Emily Caldwell | 1/30/2026 9:49 AM

This Valentine’s Day, Dunkin’ is making the “love day” special with new Valentine’s Day-inspired beverages. The sweet and love-inspired Dunkin’ Valentine’s Day menu is available now, with new beverages like the Heart Eyes Dream Refresher and Chocolate Covered Strawberry Daydream Refresher. These limited-time beverages include fruit-forward creations, refreshing choices, and cozy coffee favorites, as well […] The post Dunkin’ rewrites Valentine’s Day with a drink for every mood appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/30/2026 6:39 AM

Cutting bell peppers can be messy with the seeds spilling all over the place. Chef Gordon Ramsay has a method that makes the task easier and neater. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) | 1/29/2026 7:39 PM

Aldi has no shortage of award-winning products, and this popular seafood item is one of them. It may just earn a permanent spot in your freezer. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 1/29/2026 6:19 PM

Aldi sells a variety of international foods, with several items from Greek cuisine. Here are some of the best ones to try on your next grocery run ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Emily Caldwell | 1/29/2026 6:00 PM

“A cup of joe” is one of the most popular American slang terms for a cup of coffee — but have you ever given any thought to where this term comes from? If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably used this term hundreds of times without giving so much as of a second of consideration […] The post Why is coffee called Joe? appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/29/2026 2:39 PM

Having a small kitchen can make storage and cooking very difficult. Martha Stewart has a great idea for a refrigerator that takes up less space. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Ramona Depares) | 1/29/2026 1:19 PM

The Prohibition Era may be history, but the USA still has some strange alcohol rules in place. Here are some states with some of the weirdest. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/29/2026 12:39 PM

Shopping at thrift stores is a great way to pick up cool vintage items. Old-school pie dishes are worth looking for if you're an avid baker. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Mark Stock | 1/29/2026 12:19 PM

February is just around the bend. With it comes all kinds of things we’ve eagerly been waiting to celebrate, from Black History Month and Super Bowl Sunday to the Winter Olympics and Valentine’s Day. That’s justification for a good beverage, whether it be a NA concoction or traditional cocktail. Now, it’s not hard to daydream […] The post A vibrant Valentine’s Day cocktail from a beloved Honolulu restaurant appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 1/29/2026 6:39 AM

Spices are essential to cooking, and there are many different kinds. Storing them can clutter up your kitchen, but this magnetic system will help keep order. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Kevin Gray | 1/28/2026 8:00 PM

I travel all the time, so I’m no stranger to long journeys. But 16 hours in the air is a lot of time to kill. And outside of sleeping—which I’m terrible at—and burning through a Netflix series, my favorite onboard activity is to partake in (some might say “recklessly ravage”) the food and drink menus. […] The post This Beer Is Brewed to Taste Best at 35,000 Feet appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 1/28/2026 7:39 PM

Aldi is typically a go-to for stocking up on quick, easy meals, most of which are tasty and filling, but we have to pass on these Aldi meal bowls. ... Read full Story