By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 10/31/2025 11:39 PM

When you get a steak at a good restaurant, it has that delicious crispy crust. Steakhouses cook the meat with a method you may not be aware of. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 10/31/2025 10:19 PM

Sweet potato pie is a beloved fall dessert, especially in the Southern US, and it's versatile enough that these tips can give your old recipe a whole new taste. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) | 10/31/2025 9:39 PM

Packed with flavor that's both creamy and tangy, this style of Ruffles potato chips comes out on top. Blending two popular tastes, these chips wow customers. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Amrita Ray) | 10/31/2025 6:39 PM

Pancakes are comforting and delicious, and with bananas, especially so. You can make an easy and tasty version by adding three ingredients to a box mix. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Mark Stock | 10/31/2025 6:11 PM

Now is maybe the best time of the year for a good Old Fashioned recipe. Eventually, though, it’s time to change things up. That’s where creative interpretations of the original come into play. Already, this classic cocktail has gone in a number of directions. Some bartenders like to swap bourbon for rum while others go […] The post How to make the Nectar Confit, a cocktail from a two-Michelin star NYC restaurant appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Mark Stock | 10/31/2025 5:38 PM

Most of us are familiar with the traditional pub crawl, a jaunt that tends to drift from one pub to another in group format. They can happen on foot, on bike, or some means in between, but they all tend to offer a good taste of the craft beer movement. In San Francisco, they’re changing […] The post In San Francisco, it’s the cocktail crawl, not the pub crawl appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Amanda Ketola) | 10/31/2025 5:19 PM

If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, it's important to keep it well organized, and these Dollar Tree finds will help you do just that. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Garrett Palm) | 10/31/2025 4:39 PM

Many people love espresso and thanks to portable machines, you can make it anywhere you have water. Amazon has five excellent portable espresso machines. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Lottë Reford) | 10/31/2025 3:39 PM

This one simple trick can help you open jars more easily; you don't even need a special kitchen gadget. You probably already have the necessary item on hand. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | The Manual Contributor | 10/31/2025 3:19 PM

The Ninja Flip Toaster Oven & Air Fryer (SP151) is now $149.94, down from $249.99, a 40% discount on one of the most versatile and compact countertop appliances available. With eight cooking functions and an ingenious flip-up design for easy storage, this appliance does the work of multiple tools without taking up much space. Whether […] The post Ninja Flip Toaster Oven & Air Fryer drops to $149 in 40% off Amazon deal appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Christopher Osburn | 10/31/2025 2:00 PM

Discover “Splitting the G,” the fun Guinness game that turns a pint into a friendly competition with friends. Learn how to play step by step. The post How to “split the G” at your local pub like a pro appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Dylan Murray) | 10/31/2025 1:39 PM

Before putting your fresh apples into the fruit bowl on the counter, think again! Instead, use this hack to keep apples fresh for much longer. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Christopher Osburn | 10/31/2025 12:00 PM

Not only is the aging process important, but so is the barrel used. The post The hidden craft behind whiskey: Why barrels matter more than you think appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Bobby Lewis) | 10/31/2025 10:39 AM

Did you know that both Texas Roadhouse and another chain used to give customers free peanuts? Unfortunately, both chains put an end to this tasty tradition. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Emily Caldwell | 10/31/2025 12:01 AM

This fun coffee advent calendar transforms the holiday countdown into a flavorful daily ritual, with twelve unique ground coffee varieties crafted with an element of surprise. The post Peet’s 12 Days of Coffee Advent Calendar is the perfect gift for coffee lovers appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By THE MANUAL | Mark Stock | 10/30/2025 11:50 PM

Halloween is tomorrow. Many of you know exactly what you’re drinking and wearing. Some of you need an 11th hour Halloween cocktail recipe. That’s where we come in. We’ve come across quite a few over the last several weeks and some have performed better than others. A good fall cocktail recipe will do, but the […] The post Need an 11th hour Halloween cocktail recipe? Try this one with eye balls for a garnish appeared first on The Manual. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Nikki Munoz) | 10/30/2025 11:39 PM

A tasty homemade dessert is a wonderful thing and better when it's easy to make. You can make an apple crisp in a cast iron skillet with three ingredients. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Chelsea Falin) | 10/30/2025 10:19 PM

Appalachia is home to a variety of dishes which are are delicious while being simple and frugal to prepare. Here are a handful you simply must try. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Javaria Akbar) | 10/30/2025 9:39 PM

Stainless steel appliances give a kitchen a chic and clean look but they pick up smudges. You easily clean them with something you already have. ... Read full Story

By The Daily Meal | staff@thedailymeal.com (Dylan Murray) | 10/30/2025 6:39 PM

Food Network has thrived for more than 30 years and made celebrities out of chefs. One particular star has hosted more shows than any other on the network. ... Read full Story