There are five elements of flavor in any dish or drink: sweet, sour, bitter, salty, umami. (Those first four are pretty self-explanatory; umami is a somewhat elusive term that basically means “savory.”) The best flavor experiences combine as many of those elements as possible; while some are sure to stick out — in a cake, […]| The Art of Manliness
When it comes to St. Patty’s Day drinks, you have a few classics to choose from: Guinness beer (which you can also make bread with), whiskey ginger, and of course, Irish coffee. Whether served morning, afternoon, or evening on March 17th (or any day you’re feeling particularly Irish!), a hot Irish coffee is a delectable […]| The Art of Manliness
Check out these five, too-often overlooked alternatives to duct tape that you may want to consider.| The Art of Manliness
How to make the perfect blended-meat, stove-top meatball.| The Art of Manliness
Not just a recipe, but a full explanatory dossier of what’s needed to build the perfect margarita. The ingredients you use are really the key.| The Art of Manliness
Chicken breasts are not a very popular meat for summer BBQs, as they’re perceived as invariably turning out dry and boring. But the truth of the matter is that the problem often lies with the chef and not the meat itself. Over the years I’ve learned a handful of tricks for grilling chicken breasts so […]| The Art of Manliness
Fall is coming, and that means crisp, cool mornings and evenings. For this season of chilly-but-not-yet-cold weather, you need a casual fall jacket — a segue piece that keeps you feeling warm and looking good before you start needing a heavier overcoat. My recommendation on this front is the Flint and Tinder Waxed Trucker Jacket. […]| The Art of Manliness