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10 Things You Should Definitely Not to Do in a Bar

Bartenders weigh in on all the ways you're pissing them off.

How to Drink All Night But Never Get Drunk

Jim Koch knows beer. He also knows a beer trick that may change your life.

Why I Don’t Drink Budweiser…and Why I’m Not Alone

Budweiser has always been far more about marketing than beer. The founder of Anheuser Busch, Adolphus Busch, refused to drink his own brew, calling it “that slop” (he was German, of cou…

Pig in Australia Steals 18 Beers from Campers, Gets Drunk, Fights Cow

Craig ONeal, FlickrForget crocodiles and snakes, the real animal threat in Australia is wild pigs. At least if you’re campingAt a campground in Western Australia over the weekend, a feral pig guzzled down 18 beers that had been left out improperly secured. And just like anyone 18 beers in at a rural dive bar, the pig got big-headed and decided to start a fight with a cow, resulting in the cow chasing the pig around a car.“In the middle of…

How Americans Order Their Steak

Are people who prefer their steaks well done just wrong? It’s the question that has divided a nation that is otherwise firmly united on the “steak is great” front, given that we Americans consume  about 25 billion pounds of beef  annually. It makes ordering at steakhouses for large

How to Reheat Steak So It Doesn't Get Dried Out

We consulted a chef to find out exactly how to reheat a steak correctly so you never end up drying out your leftover steak again.

8 Tips for Avoiding a Messy Kitchen When Cooking

Why Choose Rewards Network? OC Tavern Has the Answer

Mike Merrigan of OC Tavern in Orange County, CA, explains why Rewards Network works for his restaurant over other loyalty programs and advertising.

Quiz: Which book came first?

By By Carolyn KelloggWhich came first, "Encyclopedia Brown" or "Harriet the Spy"? (Bantam / Dell)Which came first, the chicken or the egg? If there's no good answer to that riddle, we do have clear answers when it comes to books. Books have definite publication dates; one classic definitely came after another. But do you know which is which? Take our quiz.ALSO:

Two Magic designers walk into a tavern to discuss D&D cards

Stay awhile and listen: Mark Rosewater held court at SDCC

Raise Your Glasses! Tavern-Turned-Home Is a Perfect Place for a Toast

A centuries-old tavern in Northern Virginia, and the building next to it, have been transformed into a lovely home, now on the market for $675,000.

5 Signs of a Great Local Bar

Looking for your local Cheers or MacLaren's? Here are our tips on finding your new favorite local bar in the Coachella Valley area.

How to Choose the Right Type of Wine for Every Entertaining Occasion [Flowchart]

Different occasions call for different guest lists and bottles, of course. Here's the ultimate guide to buying bottles for every home entertaining scenario!

It's Wine O'Clock Somewhere 🍷🍇

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Old Tavern Rat Vertical Tasting

NOTE: I have been in this industry for a long time and have met a lot of people and am glad to say I knew Don Younger and have had the pleasure of sitting with him for a pint. Lompoc Brewing is …

What Makes for a Great Restaurant Location?

Location can make or break a restaurant, so it’s important to pick a good one. In this post, learn what makes for a great restaurant location.

Bigfoot? Ghosts? Aliens? Unusual Spooky-Themed Restaurants and Bars

"The Lodge" Tempe, AZ You're a paranormal geek and you don't want to do the usual thing. Why not try restaurants and bars with decide...