Hunter Lu – The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Wed, 15 May 2024 18:59:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.themanual.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2022/07/cropped-theManual_secondary_logo-512.png?fit=32%2C32&p=1 Hunter Lu – The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 The iconic Benjamin Steakhouse shares its best meat cooking tips https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/steak-recipe-tips/ Wed, 15 May 2024 18:59:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1162998 Interested in learning steak cooking tips from a top steakhouse? Benjamin Steakhouse of New York is here to share its best industry tips.

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]]> 1162998 The 7 best anime to stream on Amazon right now https://www.themanual.com/culture/best-anime-amazon-prime/ Mon, 13 May 2024 19:01:54 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1163637 With Amazon's vast library of anime, you'll surely find classics as well as exclusives and new releases.

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]]> 1163637 How to make a soft, chewy Neapolitan-style pizza like a pro https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-a-neapolitan-style-pizza/ Wed, 08 May 2024 20:12:05 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1112411 Despite the variations of pizza throughout Italy and the world, Neapolitan pizza has stood the test of time.

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]]> 1112411 NYC restaurant Mala Hot Pot teaches us about modern Chinese hot pot https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/mala-hot-pot-chinese-hot-pot-tips/ Tue, 07 May 2024 16:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1319666 Chinese hot pot comes in many forms. We interviewed Mala Hot Pot to learn about all the insider details, from optimum cooking times to their specialty — the Nine-Grid Blind Box.

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]]> 1319666 A Michelin-recognized restaurant’s guide to pairing drinks with Indian cuisine https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/indian-food-wine-beer-and-cocktail-pairings/ Thu, 02 May 2024 16:00:56 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1317852 With its vast range of spices and variety, Indian food is also an amazing culinary landscape when it comes to drink pairing. For guidance, we spoke with Chola Coastal Indian Cuisine in New York City.

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]]> 1317852 How a Michelin-starred sushi chef crafts omakase to go https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/omakase-sushi-takeout/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 16:00:17 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1318001 If you're a fan of high-level omakase sushi, Jōji Box in New York City might be the answer. We spoke with Jōji Box to learn what it takes to make Michelin-star sushi to go.

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]]> 1318001 How to make a killer meatloaf (and it’s easier than you think) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-meat-loaf/ Fri, 26 Apr 2024 22:39:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1137005 A favorite of family meals and diners, a well-made meatloaf is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, and is simple to make at home.

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]]> 1137005 Upgrade your next barbecue with elk, the healthy red meat you should be eating https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/elk-meat-cooking-tips/ Sat, 20 Apr 2024 18:00:56 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1316872 If you're looking for a red meat alternative to beef, protein-packed elk might be the answer. A great place to get elk is First Light Farms. We interviewed them to learn more.

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]]> 1316872 How to brunch like the French with lobster croissant and champagne https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/lobster-croissant-brunch/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 14:00:17 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1317799 Brunch also has a French twist. We spoke with Chef Geoffrey Lechantoux at Maison Close to get his insights and some lobster breakfast ideas.

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]]> 1317799 What is caviar? A seafood expert breaks down all the details https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-caviar-guide/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 20:17:14 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=996725 Delicate and buttery, caviar is a luxurious delicacy. To guide us, caviar expert John McDonald of Hancock St. teaches us how to enjoy this prized ingredient.

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]]> 996725 What is dim sum? A guide to China’s most famous culinary tradition https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/dim-sum-guide/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 18:55:00 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1075105 Dim sum restaurants are a culinary institution in many American Chinatowns.

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]]> 1075105 The complete guide to cleaning a fish for beginners https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-clean-a-fish/ Tue, 09 Apr 2024 17:43:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=42851 Cleaning a fish is fairly simple. All you need is the right equipment and a proper guide. We're here to help.

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]]> 42851 How to make sweet and crispy Hawaiian fried chicken https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-hawaiian-fried-chicken/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 18:00:26 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1088335 From fragrant garlic chicken to sweet mochiko chicken, Hawaii is a fantastic place for fried poultry.

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]]> 1088335 How to make peri peri chicken, a South African BBQ classic https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-peri-peri-chicken/ Thu, 04 Apr 2024 19:00:35 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1111999 Want to add more flavor to your chicken dinner? Follow this spicy and mouthwatering peri peri chicken recipe.

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]]> 1111999 Here’s the chicken pot pie recipe you need to bake up this comfort food favorite https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-bake-chicken-pot-pie/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:58:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1136119 The best of both worlds, chicken pot pie combines crispy pastry with rich chicken stew.

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]]> 1136119 Tips and tricks: A pro chef reveals how to cook prime rib https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-cook-prime-rib/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:54:36 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=41777 The highlight of any celebration or menu, prime rib requires plenty of skill to execute. Chef James Tracey of Monterey helps us break down this classic.

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]]> 41777 Tlayudas is the ‘Mexican pizza’ you never knew you needed https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-tlayudas/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:00:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1309892 Savory and crispy, Tlayudas are a classic of Mexican cuisine. Chef Alex Mixcoatl of El Lugar Cantina is here to share his favorite Tlayuda insights.

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]]> 1309892 How to make Salisbury steak, an American classic https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-salisbury-steak/ Tue, 12 Mar 2024 23:16:56 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1135272 An iconic American classic, Salisbury steak is a savory and hearty dish guaranteed to satisfy any meat lover.

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]]> 1135272 How to make chai tea: Tasty recipes for a homemade delight https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/spiced-chai-tea-recipe/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 18:00:42 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1182261 A sweet and spicy beverage with plenty of history, a properly brewed Indian chai is excellent any time. To learn all about this drink, read on to find out.

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]]> 1182261 How to make Vietnamese pho, a perfect soup for any time of the year https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-pho/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 19:52:48 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1071876 A steaming bowl of rich beef broth brimming with noodles and fragrant herbs, pho is widely considered the most famous dish of Vietnam.

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]]> 1071876 How to find the best street food (and other travel tips), according to YouTube megastar, The Food Ranger https://www.themanual.com/travel/street-food-travel-tips/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 16:00:38 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1296120 With millions of social media followers, Trevor James, aka The Food Ranger, is a travel expert. We interviewed him for tips, from avoiding food poisoning to digital safety.

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]]> 1296120 Here’s all you need to know about brisket: A comprehensive guide https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-brisket/ Tue, 06 Feb 2024 20:07:10 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1141574 There aren't many foods more heartily satisfying than slow-cooked meat. Here's all you need to know about brisket.

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]]> 1141574 Secrets revealed: Chef shares his best tips for cooking a picanha steak https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-cook-brazilian-picanha-steak/ Sun, 04 Feb 2024 20:00:05 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1298138 The most popular cut in Brazil, picanha is a perfect combination of juicy beef and buttery fat. Executive Chef Victor Vasconcello teaches all the tricks to this Brazilian favorite.

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]]> 1298138 A pro chef gives us tips on how to make a great breakfast burger https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/burgers-for-breakfast/ Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:00:42 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1295369 Adding fried eggs, crispy bacon, and avocado to a burger is perfect for breakfast. Virginia's is one restaurant leveraging that breakfast burger idea into reality.

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]]> 1295369 How to make creamy, crispy chicken fried steak – a recipe for the home chef https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-chicken-fried-steak/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 22:56:31 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1076087 Crispy and covered in gravy, chicken fried steak is a delicious and filling Southern delicacy.

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]]> 1076087 Meet the Bikini sandwich, Spain’s answer to the Croque Monsieur https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/bikini-sandwich-croque-monsieur/ Tue, 30 Jan 2024 17:00:13 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1295359 Whether it's a Cuban sandwich or Croque Monsieur, a grilled ham and cheese sandwich is tasty. But there's another — the Spanish bikini sandwich. Chef Laila Bazahm takes us on a deep dive.

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]]> 1295359 There are several health benefits of wine – we explain them here https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/health-benefits-of-wine/ Thu, 25 Jan 2024 19:11:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1176877 Wine is a beverage with fantastic health benefits. Keep reading to find out what they are.

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]]> 1176877 How to make a delicious Philly roast pork sandwich https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/philly-roast-pork-sandwich-recipe-guide/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:00:09 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1108638 The Philly roast pork sandwich is considered to be the true taste of Philadelphia, according to most locals.

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]]> 1108638 The best Indian butter chicken recipes we’ve tasted https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/butter-chicken-recipe/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 19:00:46 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1182640 Love creamy, tasty Indian butter chicken? Interested in making it at home? Learn all about it with these chef-curated recipes guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

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]]> 1182640 Chef-inspired recipe: How to make Mexican carne asada for a winning meat entree https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-mexican-carne-asada/ Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:09:19 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1082290 Carne asada, a smoky and savory Mexican style steak, is a one of the most popular items in Mexican cuisine.

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