Luxuriating L.A. Style at the Andaz West Hollywood
We stayed at the Andaz West Hollywood, and it was one of the highlights of our L.A. vacation. Take a look inside and see for yourself.
Feasting: Pairing Cheese & Classic Cocktails with Obicà
We headed to Obicà in NYC to watch their master mixologist in action and learn how to pair our favorite cheeses with classic cocktails.
Interior Design is a Universal Lifestyle at Homepolish
We caught up with Noa Santos, the founder of HomePolish, to get some expert tips on how to make the most of your space.
Feasting: New York City Wine & Food Festival 2015
It's almost time for the New York City Wine & Food Festival, so we interviewed the fests's founder & outlined our favorite events this year.
Feasting: Tasting Collective is Changing the Restaurant Experience
Tasting Collective creates curated, multi-course meals in a communal setting and allows chefs to talk about each dish for a truly unique dining experience.
Feasting: The Misen Knife is Making Our Kitchen Dreams Come True
Starting with one extraordinary product, the Misen knife is redefining kitchen essentials through premium materials, thoughtful design and honest pricing.
Feasting: Chef Kevin Chojnowski of Oleanders
Referencing fern bars of the 1970s and 80s, Oleanders in Brooklyn's McCarren Hotel & Pool has a vintage agenda with modern twists on food and cocktails.
Discovering the New York Craft Spirits Boom
We take a look behind the scenes of Heather D. Dolland's new book to learn more about the New York craft spirits movement and the 30 distillers behind it.
Feasting: Project Smoke Premieres on PBS
BBQ master Steven Raichlen teaches the ins and outs of smoking in his fantastic new cooking show Project Smoke on PBS.
Maine Micro Guide: Portland & Boothbay Harbor
If you've never been to the Maine coast, it's time to pack your bags and head north. Get the most from your trip with our guide to Portland & Boothbay.
Feasting: Pizza Beach Teaches How to Take the Best Food Photos
We asked the brains behind Pizza Beach's mouthwatering Instagram account for expert food photography tips on taking the best photos for social media.
BBQ with Franklin premieres on PBS
In BBQ With Franklin, pitmaster Aaron Franklin takes us on a culinary journey that ranges from lessons with the masters to building a smoker from scratch.
Cocktail Hour with Den Hospitality
We caught up with Den Hospitality, the trio behind The Garret in NYC & dullboy in Jersey City, to chat about their first year in business and what's next.
Feasting: Celebrating Marc Forgione’s 7th Birthday
We caught up with Marc Forgione to talk about the 7th birthday of his namesake spot and how he’s constantly innovating to keep it as fresh as day one.
Exploring NYC’s Craft Beer Scene with the Experts at Tørst & Marta
We enlisted the help of a few experts to help us explore some of the best craft beer programs in New York City. Come along and drink up.
How to Dry Age Beef with Salted TV
Want to be a better cook but can't attend culinary school? Salted TV provides a professional-grade education with HD videos on the best kitchen techniques.
Ezra’s Speakeasy: Columbus’ Newest Clandestine Cocktail Bar
We love a clandestine watering hole here at The Manual, so we were thrilled to learn more about Ezra's Speakeasy, a popup cocktail bar, in Columbus, OH.
Save the World by Stepping Into Your Shower
For every bar of SoapBox Soap you buy, they give a bar to a child in need. CEO David Simnick talks about the company's initiatives and what's next for them.
SXSW 2015: The Best Acts to Hear This Year
We just got back from SXSW 2015, and our ears are still hungover from all the amazing music we saw at the 29th annual music conference.
Interview with Chef Nick Anderer of Marta NYC
We caught up with Marta chef Nick Anderer and beer program expert Corey Gargiulo to talk Roman pizza, pairings and spring ingredient inspiration.
The Best of Playa Negra, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
If you're thinking of visiting Costa Rica, Playa Negra is one of its most famous surfing beaches and far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life
The Manual’s Austin City Guide to SXSW 2015
If you're heading to Austin, TX for SXSW 2015, check out our picks on where to shop, eat, drink and chill during the conference.
1001 Walks You Must Take Before You Die
From coastal strolls to mountain paths, these are the best walks in the world. Navigate your next journey with tips and tricks from the experts.
The Line Hotel is a Creative Getaway in LA’s Koreatown
Next time you're in LA, make sure to check out the city's newest cool kid accommodations at The Line Hotel.
FEASTING: Healthy Recipes from our Favorite Chefs
Trying to keep that New Year's resolution? We asked some of our favorite chefs to share their tastiest healthy recipes to kick 2015 off right.
Feasting: The best new steakhouses in America
We searched for the best new steakhouses in America & found some of the country's top chefs who are reinventing the classic with new, innovative menus.
FEASTING: Pro Tips for Choosing the Right Knives
Want to make the most of your chopping skills at home? Chef Kenichiro Ooe gave us some pro tips on choosing the right knives & how to use them properly.
Valcucine Kitchens are the Best in the World
With a focus on customization and sustainable design, Valcucine Kitchens are the best in the world. You have to see them in action to believe it.
Xhibition Cleveland – Meet Ohio City’s Newest Neighbor
Meet Xhibition Cleveland, the city's newest menswear store that carries everything from Nike sneakers to Mark McNairy clothing.
FEASTING: Galli LES
Chef Steven Gallo just opened Galli LES, serving delicious Italian comfort food for brunch, lunch and dinner, seven days a week.
FEASTING: The Epicure Gift Guide
What to buy the friend who's eaten anything and everything? Our epicure gift guide has something for everyone on your list.
Cutty Sark x Generic Surplus Exclusive Sneakers
Generic Surplus teamed with Cutty Sark to design a sneaker with bartenders in mind. The result is a smart leather high-top that looks good and feels great.
FEASTING: Spicing Up the Holidays with Ft. Greene Farms
With Thanksgiving on the horizon, we're looking for ways to spice up the classic dinner. So we enlisted the help of Nathan Meshberg from Ft. Greene Farms.
