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The Best-Looking Coffee Gear to Display on Your Counter
By John A. Paradiso
The Versatile Ingredient Every Host Should Have to Easily Liven Up a Dinner Party
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The Versatile Ingredient Every Host Should Have to Easily Liven Up a Dinner Party

Your next dinner party will be better with a caffeinated kick, and coffee concentrate makes a variety of tasty drinks and desserts easy.

By Nickolaus Hines
KOW Steaks Made Me Ditch Mediocre Supermarket Meat
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KOW Steaks Made Me Ditch Mediocre Supermarket Meat

KOW Steaks might just be the best beef we've every enjoyed.

By John A. Paradiso
The Canned Coffee That Gets Me Through Each Afternoon
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The Canned Coffee That Gets Me Through Each Afternoon

In my house, there are two distinct coffee moments each day: the 7 a.m. brew and the 3 p.m. treat. The former is a slow, deliberate, and tactile experience with tools I love getting my hands on—grinding beans in a Fellow Ode Brew and filling up a Moccamaster. I stand…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Thom Browne x Baccarat Crystal Glass Collection

Thom Browne, the iconic fashion maestro, has seamlessly merged his distinct design ethos with the timeless elegance of Baccarat's crystal craftsmanship. In a collaboration that redefines luxury, Browne has lent his creative touch to a collection featuring artisanal coupes, wine glasses, tumblers, and whiskey carafes, all inspired by Baccarat's rich…

By John A. Paradiso
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How To Use a Moka Pot For Perfect Coffee Every Time

There's nothing quite like the perfect cup of coffee to start your day. And if you're a coffee lover, then you know that not all brewing methods are created equal. Enter the moka pot, a classic Italian coffee maker that produces a rich, flavorful brew every time. It’s perfect for…

By Cool Material
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The Best 10 Stouts To Drink on a Cold Day

While there’s rarely a bad time for a good IPA, pilsner, or wheat beer, winter is the season of darker, maltier beers. Specifically, stouts. Dark (and sometimes pitch black) in appearance and loaded with flavors like roasted malts, dark chocolate, vanilla, and coffee, stouts are well-suited for cold weather. The…

By Christopher Osburn
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Cin-Gerbread Toast Crunch House Kit

Spice up your holiday traditions with Cinnamon Toast Crunch's bold entry into the world of festive cookies – the Cin-Gerbread House Kit. For those who crave a unique blend of creativity and cereal love, this DIY masterpiece comes complete with everything you need to construct a whimsically delicious gingerbread house.…

By John A. Paradiso
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The 6 Kitchen Knife Types Every Home Needs

A good set of kitchen knives is an essential tool in every home cook's arsenal. It's the difference between a smooth, effortless cut and a frustrating, dangerous struggle. But with so many different types of knives out there, it can be overwhelming to know which ones you actually need –…

By Cool Material
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