October 22 2025 TikTok has become a powerful platform for creative mixologists to demonstrate their skills. From jaw-dropping bartending tricks to unique cocktail recipes, TikTok enables bartenders to connect with a global audience that loves watching drinks become magic. For mixologists, going viral can lead to community recognition, brand collaborations, and professional growth. With the…
That winter break you’re looking forward to is nearly here and there is so much to do in the lead up to Christmas day. It’s easy to forget that a comforting, spicy festive ambience is a winter mindset you can foster for the entire month of December and beyond. While serving up those delicious limited…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
Halloween parties mean costumes, decorations, and creative drinks looking amazing in photos while tasting dangerously good. Themed cocktails flow freely as adults celebrate with enthusiasm rivaling kids’ candy excitement. In cities like San Francisco, where crowded apartments and steep stairways are common, it doesn’t take much for a fun night to turn into an accident…
“To her whose heart is my heart’s quiet home, To my first Love, my Mother, on whose knee I learnt love-lore that is not troublesome”. Christina Rossetti She wants the best for you, gives on-point advice and there’s literally nothing she doesn’t know about changing temperatures. In Italy she’s an absolute institution and not to…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
December 17 2025 Managing food, drinks, and perishable items at open-air events can be a logistical challenge, particularly when it comes to maintaining proper cold storage. Whether you’re organising a festival, a wedding, or a community fair, understanding the nuances of cold storage is essential for ensuring food safety and keeping your guests satisfied. Here…
“A girl should be two things: who and what she wants.” Coco Chanel From the Suffragettes to US workers striking for better conditions, early feminism, the ‘UN Women’s Bill of Rights’ to the UN #Orange the World movement against gender violence, #International Women’s Day is a worldwide event of great symbolic and social significance. This…
ABOUT THE AUTHOR Andrea McHugh Andrea McHugh is a New England-based food, wine and spirits, and travel writer. Her byline can be found in US News, Insider, Parade Magazine, the Boston Globe, Yankee Magazine, Classic Boat, Travel Awaits, TripSavvy, the Hartford Courant and numerous national and international publications. She’s traveled to destinations far and wide,…
November 02 2025 Bartending isn’t just about pouring drinks – it’s an art, a science, and a performance. The industry has come a long way from the simple neighborhood pub. Today’s bartenders are mixologists, flavor chemists, and entertainers all rolled into one. That’s why continuous learning is vital. Studyfy’s 2025 report on professional hospitality training…
