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The Trick For Ordering A Low-Alcohol Drink At A Bar

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:15:00 +0000

If you're at the bar but need to keep your head on straight, ordering a low-alcohol drink could be the move. Here's a good trick for ordering one.

A Nationwide Gastrobar Chain Has Filed For Bankruptcy And Is Already Closing Locations

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 15:21:21 +0000

News that your favorite eatery filed for bankruptcy is never good -- and for one nationwide gastrobar, it seems that many locations are already closing doors.

Sean's Bar: 12 Facts About The World's Oldest Pub

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 16:00:12 +0000

The world's oldest pub just might be Sean's Bar in Ireland -- though it hasn't been proven yet. However, there are some amazing facts about this very old bar.

The Hollywood Restaurant That's Famous For Its Flaming Margarita

staff@foodrepublic.com (Shaun Melady) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:15:14 +0000

Los Angeles is a thriving hotspot for Mexican cuisine and culture, and one Hollywood eatery is particularly famed for their flaming margaritas.

The Tropical Hidden Gem Restaurant You Can Find Inside A Georgia Hotel

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:15:10 +0000

Atlanta is thousands of miles away from the South Pacific, but visitors to the downtown Hilton can still get a taste of the tropics from a storied tiki bar.

José Andrés' Elegant Alternative To Salt On A Margarita's Rim

staff@foodrepublic.com (Bridget Kitson) — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 15:45:26 +0000

Spanish-American chef and restauranteur José Andrés has found a creative way to top his margaritas and also cut down on the chance for uneven salt rims.

12 Worst Foods To Order At A Bar, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:00:12 +0000

Tasty cocktails, wine list, tons of beer on tap -- you might love walking into a good bar. However, be cautious of ordering certain food there.

The Las Vegas Cocktail Bar You Can't Miss, According To Mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim - Exclusive

staff@foodrepublic.com (Arianna Endicott) — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 20:15:24 +0000

We spoke to Tony Abou-Ganim at Nassau Paradise Island Wine and Food Fest's Jerk Jam event and asked about his favorite Las Vegas watering hole.

The Key Difference Between A French Restaurant And A Brasserie

staff@foodrepublic.com (Erica Martinez) — Sat, 24 Feb 2024 11:15:47 +0000

When traveling in France, you're going to see plenty of eateries, but how, precisely, do restaurants and brasseries differ? Turns out, it's more than the food.

There's A New Restaurant Scam In NYC, According To TikTok

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hannah Beach) — Sun, 31 Dec 2023 12:45:16 +0000

Solo diners need to be ware: There's a new scam in NYC, according to TikTok, and you need to have your wits about you to be sure you can avoid it.

The Etiquette Rule You Shouldn't Break When Sitting At The Bar

staff@foodrepublic.com (Hannah Beach) — Sat, 16 Dec 2023 13:15:21 +0000

This bar etiquette rule is one of the sneakiest, and you may have done it countless times before without knowing that it inconveniences the bartender.

The Key To Getting Last-Minute Reservations At Popular Restaurants

staff@foodrepublic.com (Catherine Rickman) — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 23:15:17 +0000

There is nothing worse than hitting restaurant after restaurant, looking for a walk-in when you're ravenous. Instead, try to get a last-minute reservation.

What Really Happens When A Restaurant Goes Viral On TikTok

staff@foodrepublic.com (Catherine Rickman) — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 22:15:58 +0000

TikTok is the current big thing, and it can launch a restaurant into superstardom. But what, precisely, happens when it does? How do restaurants cope?

Details You'll Want To Know About Shark Tank's Buena Papa French Fry Bar

staff@foodrepublic.com (Louise Rhind-Tutt) — Fri, 20 Oct 2023 23:30:17 +0000

Buena Papa French Fry Bar blends Latin American cuisines with the American favorite -- French fries. Here's everything you need to know about the franchise.

The 2 Acceptable Reasons To Send A Drink Back, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Mathews) — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:15:29 +0000

The thought of sending a drink back makes most of us cringe, but sometimes it's warranted, especially if you're paying $20 for a cocktail and it's warranted.

How To Accurately Describe Your Wine Budget While Shopping

staff@foodrepublic.com (Tim Forster) — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:15:34 +0000

Everyone has a different budget when it comes to wine, and rather than having your sommelier guess what yours is, you should get as specific as possible.

How To Order A Cocktail You'll Actually Like, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jennifer Mathews) — Sat, 30 Sep 2023 22:15:26 +0000

Hitting up that snazzy new cocktail bar can be intimidating, but fear not - our expert has great tips to avoid embarrassment and getting a bad drink.

The Most Polite Way To Send A Drink Back, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Sarah Sierra-Mohamed) — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:15:05 +0000

There's no reason to suffer through a beverage that isn't to your liking. If you want to send a drink back, just remember to be polite, direct, and patient.

The Whiskey Cocktail That Tastes Like A Bacon Egg & Cheese Bagel

staff@foodrepublic.com (Catherine Rickman) — Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:15:32 +0000

The drink captivating Tiktok is a cocktail called the NY Bodega Sour, which tastes like a BEC - also known as a bacon, egg, and cheese - from your local bodega.

Night Cap: Here's What Happened After Shark Tank

staff@foodrepublic.com (Erica Martinez) — Thu, 17 Aug 2023 22:15:00 +0000

Seventeen-year-old Shirah and her older brother Michael arrived on "Shark Tank" and enthusiastically introduced Night Cap to the investor Sharks.