I’m a cocktail and travel writer with bylines in Architectural Digest, Food & Wine, Punch, Washington Post, Imbibe, Afar, Thrillist, Travel & Leisure. 2022 IACP award for Narrative Beverage Writing
The World’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Party Is on a Caribbean Island
St. Patrick’s Day typically conjures images of people dressed in green attire, sipping green beer or Guinness. The island of Montserrat rarely comes to mind, but it should. Known as the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean because of its lush green landscapes reminiscent of the Irish countryside, Montserrat has a strong Irish heritage that can be spotted in the names of places, surnames, traditions, and even a shamrock passport stamp. Most prominently, its annual St. Patrick’s Day festivities qualif...
How This German Chocolate Shop Created a Sweet Way for Young Admirers to Pass Love Notes
Located alongside the Neckar River, Heidelberg is home to Germany’s oldest university and other impressive sites like the Old Bridge, Heidelberg Castle and the Student Jail. But it’s also a city of romance thanks to a little café on Haspelgasse and a piece of chocolate that has spun a tale of young lovers and intrigue for generations.
Easily recognized these days by its bright red box adorned with a silhouette of a student in a cap, the “Studentenkuss,” or Student Kiss, is a praline nougat on...
A Paloma Kicked Up With the Sweet Heat of Gochujang
There’s a reason so many bartenders put their own spin on the Paloma. For me, it has always been a go-to at home because of how quickly it comes together—often in the glass—with an outsize, refreshing payoff. It’s not a cocktail I often order at the bar, but whenever I’m at Mr. Susan in Berlin, ordering the house version of the tequila staple, the subtle, earthy, complex Korean Paloma, is a must.
The star of the drink is gochujang, a fermented pepper paste that’s as beloved in Korea as ketchu...
Sam Heughan Talks Airplane Cocktails, His Top Travel Bag, and Working Out on the Go
The Scottish actor and gin creator shares tips, tricks, and packing lists for all types of travel.
By Yolanda Evans, and Sam Heughan
Have you ever wondered how celebrities pack for vacation? What go-to snacks are tucked away in famous people’s carry-ons? Or what beauty products they swear by to combat jet-lagged skin? Wander Musts takes up residence behind the security X-ray machine to give you an inside look at celebrities’ travel tips, tricks, and can’t-live-without essentials.
In this inst...
Elements: Sorel Hibiscus Liqueur
Sorrel (hibiscus) has a cultural and celebratory significance among the African diaspora. The plant was used for medicinal purposes in West Africa since at least the 1600s, and was brought to the Caribbean by enslaved Africans during the transatlantic slave trade. Eventually, they turned hibiscus into a tasty beverage made with native spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, bay leaves, sugar, and other ingredients that were available on the island.
The original “red drink” continues to evolve and gain ...
Dublin Travel Guide
Like many modern cities, Dublin is a melting pot. Along with its traditional Irish culture, Dublin has been infiltrated by a host of glorious international influences. The city is the largest in Ireland, and its fast-growing immigrant population brings people from all over the world. The influence of these cultures is evident in the diverse and vibrant culinary scene that can be found here. That said, Dublin has held on to some of its classic characteristics. Known for its traditions, fine li...
7 Under-the-Radar Museums in New Orleans
Go off the beaten path to learn unknown tidbits about Nola
How To Explore Treptow-Kopenick, Berlin's Under-the-Radar Summer Neighborhood
Enjoy family-friendly activities in an urban park
Kids will love this neighborhood park. | Photo Credit: Kinderberlin / Tripadvisor
From forest strolls to space exploration.
You can easily spend a full day in FEZ, a wooded recreation park offering playgrounds, museums, a bathing lake, and more. Explore the wonders of the solar system at Orbitall Space Centre, check out the interactive exhibitions at the Alice children’s museum, or catch a play or film at one of the park’s multiple stages. Or ...
How To Choose an Ethical Plantation Tour in the US—and Why It Matters
Is it ethical to visit plantations?
Plantations may be beautiful, but they were sites of unspeakable horror. | Photo Credit: Whitney Plantation
In short, it depends.
It’s been many years since I went on my tour, but there’s still debate about whether it’s ethical to visit a plantation. Some would say that people shouldn’t visit plantations, fraught as they were with human rights abuses of enslaved Black people … especially those that now exploit slavery for (further) profit by hosting wedding...
After a 300-Year Ban, Irish Moonshine Is Making an Epic Comeback
Hear about poitín’s mischievous past and how to get your hands on some.
By Yolanda Evans
There are countless stories of shenanigans when it comes to poitín. Once banned in Ireland, the alcoholic beverage is a bit like Irish moonshine and has caused all kinds of mischief. Take for example the island of Innis Murray, off the coast of Sligo, where the inhabitants went rogue and declared themselves a kingdom so as to continue distilling the drink after it became illegal.
Or there’s the tale of Ur...
After a Childhood of Brown Bags, I Finally Got the Lunch Box of My Dreams
I use my Miniso Bento Box for everything and take it on the road with me
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As a kid, I never really had a lunchbox. My lunches were either packed in a brown paper bag or the many plast...
The One Seasoning That I Can’t Live Without While Living Abroad
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One thing about me is if I like a product, I’m very loyal to the brand. And I have faithfully been using Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning as my must-have seasoning for over 30 years....
As a Cocktail and Travel Writer, This Mini Shaker Is All I Need for Drinks on the Go
The Newness Mini Cocktail Shaker is so small it easily fits in my handbag
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I’m an avid collector of barware, especially vintage. I spend a lot of time searching the web and local thri...
The New Generation of Black Female Imbibers
Black women have always had diverse palates and an often unacknowledged hand in shaping the culture at large—A new generation of Black bartenders, academics, producers, and creatives is re-centering the conversation and changing the drinks industry for the better.
10 Inspiring Places Where You Can Honor Black History in the US
These sights, museums, and memorials amplify Black stories and voices.