The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Fri, 17 May 2024 01:10:21 +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 The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 The best fried chicken recipe you will ever make https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/the-best-fried-chicken-recipe-period/ https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/the-best-fried-chicken-recipe-period/#respond Thu, 16 May 2024 23:03:02 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=82705 The best fried chicken recipes to end all recipes and satisfy that good old comfort food craving.

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]]> https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/the-best-fried-chicken-recipe-period/ 0 82705 33 easy and delicious recipes any man can make https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-recipes/ Thu, 16 May 2024 19:23:41 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1068814 Give takeout a break and try one of these breakfast, mains, sides, and more recipes that are guaranteed to be delicious and easy to make.

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]]> 1068814 Don’t skip this step for summer barbecues: How to clean your grill’s exterior https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-clean-outside-of-grill/ Thu, 16 May 2024 15:00:56 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1323008 No one wants food cooked off a dirty grill. Here's how to clean the outside of a grill so your food is the only talk of the neighborhood.

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]]> 1323008 The secret to gauging meat tenderness is easier than you think https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-meat-tender/ Wed, 15 May 2024 19:38:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1107697 The best way to gauge the tenderness of your meat is by way of an old culinary school trick.

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]]> 1107697 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 How to grill the steak of your dreams: An aspiring steak master’s guide https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-grill-perfect-steak/ Wed, 15 May 2024 18:01:16 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=100119 Learn how to grill the steak of your wildest dreams with Dusmane Tandia, executive chef at Mastro's Steakhouse.

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]]> 100119 Burnt ends are a BBQ favorite — here’s how to make them https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/burnt-ends-recipe/ Wed, 15 May 2024 17:00:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1249833 So how can you create these incredibly juicy, fatty, and flavorful little meat candies at home? All you need are a few ingredients, a smoker, and some patience.

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]]> 1249833 Mezcal vs. tequila: What’s the difference? https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/mezcal-vs-tequila/ Wed, 15 May 2024 16:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1319386 Before we dive in too deep, you should remember one key phrase. All tequila is mezcal, but not all mezcal is tequila.

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]]> 1319386 This is the best wood for grilling and smoking, according to an expert https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-wood-for-grilling/ Tue, 14 May 2024 19:00:05 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1206865 There is a big difference in the wood you use when you're grilling or smoking. Find out which wood is the best and what the wood actually does to food.

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]]> 1206865 How to make a Dark and Stormy, the rum-centric sibling of the Moscow Mule https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-a-dark-and-stormy-cocktail/ Tue, 14 May 2024 18:00:17 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1137057 Evocative, easy to make, and effortlessly cool, the Dark and Stormy is a classic cocktail worth making right.

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]]> 1137057 How to grill chicken correctly for a tender, delicious barbecue https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-grill-chicken/ Tue, 14 May 2024 17:00:23 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1082750 There's more to grilling chicken than just throwing it on the grill. Check out this guide on how to grill perfect chicken every time.

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]]> 1082750 What is orange wine? This trendy wine has a long history https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-orange-wine/ Tue, 14 May 2024 16:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=137681 Spoiler alert: Orange refers to the color, not the fruit. Here's what to know.

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]]> 137681 How to make a classic Manhattan (and several variations) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-a-manhattan/ Mon, 13 May 2024 19:00:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=36178 The Manhattan we know today gives a starring role to rye whiskey. Here's a guide to making the classic recipe plus some you probably never heard of.

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]]> 36178 Learn how to make perfect grill marks every time https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-get-perfect-grill-marks/ Mon, 13 May 2024 17:00:18 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1252729 Be it a steak, a pork chop, burger, or eggplant, no grilled entree is complete without the cosmetic upgrade of gorgeous grill marks. 

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]]> 1252729 Wolves Whiskey, Undefeated’s new collab has an American Single Malt not to be missed https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/wolves-whiskey-undefeated-capsule-collection/ Mon, 13 May 2024 14:00:49 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1323335 This is a collaboration between Wolves, a luxury California-based whiskey brand known for its single malt whiskeys, and UNDEFEATED, a well-known sportswear brand.

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]]> 1323335 How to reheat pulled pork: 6 methods that will taste just as good the second time https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-reheat-pulled-pork/ Mon, 13 May 2024 13:00:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322161 There's always leftover pulled pork. And while this is a gift, to be sure, it isn't always clear how to reheat this incredible ingredient. Thankfully, there are plenty of options.

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]]> 1322161 Lagavulin 16: what you really need to know about this smoky, Islay Scotch https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/lagavulin-16-explainer/ Sun, 12 May 2024 18:00:32 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1321869 Lagavulin 16 is a great example of an Islay whisky -- smoky, complex, and a bit medicinal

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]]> 1321869 How to season steak: A complete guide https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-season-steak/ Sun, 12 May 2024 17:00:50 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322336 Cooking steak is an important skill to hone, but arguably more important is knowing how to season that steak.

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]]> 1322336 This is how one man turned Mountain Dew into wine https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-wine-with-mountain-dew/ Sun, 12 May 2024 14:00:36 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1321106 Yes, apparently Mountain Dew wine is possible, and now it exists. Because, of course it does.

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]]> 1321106 The best cheese for burgers: Our top 7 favorites https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-cheese-for-burgers/ Sat, 11 May 2024 19:00:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322632 Cheese truly does make everything better, and burgers are perhaps the best example of this. But which cheeses should you select when it comes time to light the grill and put on the apron?

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]]> 1322632 Our favorite bourbon cocktails for summer (it’s not just a cold-weather drink) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/summer-bourbon-cocktails/ Sat, 11 May 2024 17:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322984 While gin, vodka, tequila, and rum seem to get most of the love during the warmer months, if you’re letting your bourbon bottles collect dust, you’re really missing out.

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]]> 1322984 The best steak cuts for grilling: These are real crowd-pleasers https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-steak-for-grilling/ Sat, 11 May 2024 15:00:45 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322541 A look at the best cuts of steak just in time for grilling season.

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]]> 1322541 Nick Offerman, Lagavulin debut 11-year-old Scotch whisky finished in rum casks https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/nick-offerman-lagavulin-caribbean-rum-cask-finish-scotch-release/ Sat, 11 May 2024 12:30:34 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322661 Not only does Nick Offerman enjoy a dram or two of aged single malt whisky from time to time, but he’s been collaborating with Lagavulin to release a limited-edition expression of the popular peated whisky for the last few years.

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]]> 1322661 We love the flavor variety in this new collection of barbecue sauces https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/loud-mouth-barbecue-sauces-debut/ Sat, 11 May 2024 10:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1322489 Partnering with Ace Hardware, Loud Mouth Barbecue is launching some delicious products that are sure to up your grilling game.

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]]> 1322489 How to cook soft-shell crab at home https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-cook-soft-shell-crab/ Fri, 10 May 2024 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=977527 Michelin-starred Chef Ken Frank of La Toque in Napa gives us expert advice for cooking this succulent crustacean.

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]]> 977527 These unique summer cocktails each offer a refreshing twist you’ll love https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-summer-cocktails/ Fri, 10 May 2024 18:00:54 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1117788 Summer stands for fun and these celebratory cocktails will keep you carefree all season long.

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]]> 1117788 You’ve probably never grilled these foods … but you should https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/unusual-grilling-ideas/ Fri, 10 May 2024 17:00:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1252630 When the temperature rises, there isn't a single meal that should be prepared inside the house. And yes, that includes a few dishes you probably never thought to grill.

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]]> 1252630 Basil Hayden brought back a popular limited edition bourbon — where you can get it https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/basil-hayden-subtle-smoke-bourbon/ Fri, 10 May 2024 14:00:13 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1321667 As the name Subtle Smoke would suggest, this isn’t a robust, campfire whiskey as you’d find from Scotch whisky makers like Lagavulin, Laphroaig, and Ardbeg.

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]]> 1321667 Here’s our perfect Pisco Sour recipe https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-a-pisco-sour/ Thu, 09 May 2024 21:49:24 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1114674 The pisco sour has fascinated cocktail lovers for plenty of years. Find out why and try whipping up your own.

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]]> 1114674 11 best air fryer recipes for everyone to try – from appetizers to desserts https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-air-fryer-recipes/ Thu, 09 May 2024 19:55:47 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1111265 Congrats on (finally) getting your first air fryer! Now, why don't you try making these appetizing air fryer recipes?

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