Before opening Masseria, Chef Nicholas Stefanelli initially found his passion for food through his love of fashion. At 18-years-old, the Maryland native first worked for a master tailor before eventually visiting Italian design schools, and it was there that he fell for the culinary arts. “Food was always a ... More

Calling attention to all foodies: New York City’s Taste of the Nation for No Kid Hungry—the highly anticipated tasting event featuring some of the city’s top chefs, sommeliers and mixologists—takes place Monday, April 24, on the East River Waterfront at 180 Maiden Lane. No Kid Hungry ... More

After you're let go from the family business and your follow-up venture fizzles, you either cut your losses, or, as the French saying goes, cultivate your own garden. For green-thumbed restaurant veteran Charles Masson, who is known for packing his dining rooms with floral arrangements, the choice was apparently ... More

The French Riviera is sprawling with dazzling coastlines, sun-soaked pebble beaches and charming cities nestled throughout it all. From Monaco to Cannes and Nice, there's a diverse range of atmospheres that maintain an air of sophistication. Savor fresh king crabs from Kamchatka at a waterfront bistro in Monaco, stroll along ... More

We’ve all heard the straightforward guidelines for pairing wine with food, but according to top sommeliers, the art of pairing goes much deeper.  Three sommeliers went beyond recommendations for different proteins or courses, sharing their take on the myths – and tricks – of pairing wine with a dish’s spices. More

Before becoming the Executive Pastry Chef at Lafayette Grand Café and Bakery in New York City, Michigan-born Chef Tyler Atwell studied the art of pastry-making at the French Culinary Institute and eventually went on to lead the pastry teams of Boulud Sud and Wolfgang Puck Catering. Now an industry favorite ... More

Some epicures may have encountered sophisticated mocktail mixology on high-end menus, but typically, the mention of cocktails sans alcohol conjures up images of virgin Strawberry Daiquiris from childhood. Beyond opting for water or the slightly more inconspicuous club soda with lime, there haven’t been many good ways for the ... More

1. The oldest bottle of Veuve Clicquot sold for 30,000 euros. The bottle, dated at approximately 1841, was found in an underwater shipwreck and is rumored to have been sampled by Madame Clicquot herself. 2. And Veuve Clicquot is the first champagne house credited for rosé. The pinkish color ... More