FOOD
This mildly spicy, fruity red pepper flakes hail from a city in Syria and are popular in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking for their smoky, slightly tangy heat.
What is Aleppo?
Native to Campania, this white grape variety produces aromatic wines with notes of honey, nuts, and citrus, and is celebrated in Avellino.
What is Fiano?
This refreshing Cuban cocktail combines rum, lime juice, and simple syrup, often served shaken and strained into a chilled glass.
What is a Daiquiri?
This Italian cooking method involves slow-cooking meat in a sealed pot with herbs and wine until tender, often resulting in rich, deep flavors.
What is braising?
This simple yet indulgent Italian treat consists of a scoop of vanilla gelato or ice cream “drowned” in a shot of hot espresso.
What is an Affogato?
This creamy, washed-rind cheese from Lombardy has a strong aroma but a surprisingly mild, tangy flavor.
What is Taleggio?
This active volcano in Sicily provides mineral-rich volcanic soils that produce distinctive red and white wines known for their bright acidity and smoky notes.
What is Mount Etna?
This vivid green French herbal liqueur is made by Carthusian monks using a secret blend of 130 herbs and plants.
What is Green Chartreuse?
This Charleston-based coffee roaster, founded in 1994 by Navy veteran Kurt Weinberger, began in a garage and has since grown into a respected name in the South Carolina coffee scene, offering small-batch, ethically sourced blends and single-origin coffees.
What is King Bean coffee?
This starchy, medium-grain rice from Northern Italy is prized for its ability to absorb liquids while maintaining a firm texture, making it the preferred choice for classic risotto dishes.
What is Carnaroli?
They are pioneers of American Wagyu beef, raising cattle that are a cross between purebred Japanese Wagyu bulls and traditional American Angus cows.
What is Snake River Farms?
This Spanish designation refers to high-quality sparkling wines made in the Penedès region, crafted using traditional methods but independent from the Cava DO.
What is Corpinnat?
This cocktail is a smooth blend of rye or bourbon, sweet and dry vermouth in equal parts, garnished with a cherry, balancing sweetness and dryness perfectly.
What is a Perfect Manhattan?
Traditionally served with small plates like olives and taralli, this Italian ritual invites friends to gather for light drinks and conversation before dinner.
What is Aperitivo?
This renowned German brand, established in 1872, is celebrated for its high-quality, lead-free crystal glassware, including wine glasses, decanters, and barware.
What is Schott Zweisel?
This spicy and tangy chili dip from Laos is often made with fermented fish and is a staple accompaniment to sticky rice.
What is Jeow Som?
This renowned vineyard located in Santa Maria Valley is celebrated for producing exceptional Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes with a cool coastal influence.
What is Bien Nacido?
This intensely bitter Italian herbal spirit, often enjoyed as a digestif, is known for its complex flavor made from a secret blend of herbs and spices.
What is Fernet?
Raised in Denville, New Jersey, this chef's Italian family and festive Sunday dinners inspired his passion for bold flavors and traditional cuisine.
Who is chef Vinson Petrillo?
This colorful, hand-painted pottery style originates from a town on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, famous for its vibrant glazes and intricate Mediterranean designs.
What is Vietri?
These small, dark purple olives hail from Liguria, Italy, known for their delicate, fruity flavor and often used in pesto and Italian dishes.
What are Taggiasca Olives?
This large wine bottle holds the equivalent of 4 standard bottles, typically used for Champagne and Burgundy, and is named after a biblical king.
What is a Jeroboam?
This tropical plant’s leaves are widely used in Southeast Asian cooking to impart a sweet, floral, and slightly nutty aroma to desserts and rice dishes.
What is Pandan?
This southern Italian region is famous for its citrus fruits, robust olive oils, and rich seafood dishes like ‘pesce all’acqua pazza.’
What is Campania?
This New York City-based architecture and interior design firm specializes in creating customized designs for boutique and luxury hotels, restaurants, food halls, retail spaces, and residential projects
What is Glen & Co. Architecture?