The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Fri, 07 Jul 2023 17:00:12 +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 science of drinking at high altitudes (plus, expert tips for your mid-flight cocktail) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/science-of-drinking-at-high-altitude/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 17:00:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1034350 Your friends may think they're feeling those Jell-O shots more at a high-elevation retreat but they're just operating in an area with a bit less oxygen.

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]]> 1034350 The ultimate wine club? Here’s what you should know about The Vines Global https://www.themanual.com/travel/the-vines-global-wine-tour-in-willamette-valley-oregon/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 15:00:33 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1252971 We go with The Vines to the Willamette Valley in Oregon to show you what to expect with this "wine club."

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]]> 1252971 You need to try this Peking duck prepared 3 ways https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-peking-duck/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 11:00:12 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1029506 The exquisite flavors of Peking duck are now better than ever at Golden Wuish in NYC. Prepared three ways, Golden Wuish shares their secrets with The Manual.

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]]> 1029506 Got the munchies? Good healthy snacks don’t have to be boring https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-healthy-snacks/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:00:17 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1221453 Got the munchies but don't want to completely derail your diet? Try some of these tasty swaps.

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]]> 1221453 Learn how to make perfect grill marks every time https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-get-perfect-grill-marks/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 15:00:19 +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 Is honey a superfood? Here are 10 reasons we think so https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/benefits-of-honey/ Thu, 06 Jul 2023 11:00:25 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1171636 There are so many benefits of honey, even we were surprised. Here they are.

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]]> 1171636 What is caviar? A seafood expert breaks down all the details https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-caviar-guide/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 17:00:57 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=996725 Delicate and buttery, caviar is a luxurious delicacy. To guide us, caviar expert John McDonald of Hancock St. teaches us how to enjoy this prized ingredient.

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]]> 996725 12 delicious foods high in vitamin E for skin, hair, and heart health https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/foods-high-in-vitamin-e/ Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:08 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1174260 Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts as an antioxidant and fights inflammation. Learn about all the foods that are high in vitamin E to add to your diet!

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]]> 1174260 Level up your backyard barbecue with these easy tips from an expert pitmaster https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/backyard-barbecue-tips-from-expert-bbq-pitmaster/ Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:00:59 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1216745 Pitmaster Erica Blaire Roby brings backyard barbecue tips to all aspiring grill masters among The Manual readers.

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]]> 1216745 The 8 best iced tea brands to drink this summer https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-iced-tea-brands/ Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:00:38 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1087913 Few things feel as hospitable and rejuvenating as a fresh, cold pitcher of iced tea.

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]]> 1087913 How to grill fish like an executive chef https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-grill-fish/ Mon, 03 Jul 2023 17:00:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=54696 With our guide to grilling fish, seafood will drastically climb in the ranks of meats you want to grill. Grilled fish is delicious, and it's wonderful for your health!

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]]> 54696 Want a dish that’s as captivating as the fireworks? Go with this BBQ ribs approach for the 4th of July https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/the-best-bbq-ribs-for-your-4th-of-july-cookout/ Mon, 03 Jul 2023 14:00:35 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1212438 Here's a deliciously easy ribs recipe that will feed a crowd for any Fourth of July gathering.

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]]> 1212438 Don’t pay for food deliveries: Get 2 years of Grubhub+ for free https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/grubhub-plus-deal-amazon-june-2023/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 21:55:40 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1255080 If you love to have food delivered to your home (and who doesn’t after a long week?), you’re going to love one of the latest benefits of being an Amazon Prime member. Sign up today and you can enjoy up to two years of Grubhub+ entirely for free! All you have to do is be […]

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]]> 1255080 How to use Pimm’s for a refreshing cocktail this summer https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/pimms-cup-cocktails/ Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:00:56 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253337 Looking at Pimm's beyond the cocktail it's famous for, including history, recipes, and other uses.

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]]> 1253337 These 4th of July vodka drink recipes from Tina’s Vodka are just plain great https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/fourth-of-july-vodka-drink-recipes/ Sat, 01 Jul 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254968 If you're in the market for some cocktails that are perfect for the Fourth, these refreshing drinks are exactly what you'll want to be mixing up when it's time for fireworks.

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]]> 1254968 Celebrate Independence Day with one of these tasty 4th of July cocktails https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/4th-of-july-cocktails/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:00:52 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=78666 Exercise your freedom where it matters — in your glass — with these 4th of July cocktails. BYOP: Bring Your Own Patriotism.

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]]> 78666 11 delicious high-carb foods that are actually healthy for you https://www.themanual.com/fitness/foods-high-in-carbohydrates/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 15:00:59 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1170276 When you need to sustain energy all day long, these carbs will do the trick every time.

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]]> 1170276 How to drink absinthe and live to tell the tale https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-drink-absinthe/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 17:00:55 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=44776 While we know the mechanics of drinking, not everyone is acquainted with the nuanced art of drinking absinthe.

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]]> 44776 Find your partner in adventure: TINCUP and Jesse Palmer want you to rethink date night https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/jesse-palmer-tincup-find-your-partner-in-adventure/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:00:23 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1254548 We spoke with Jesse Palmer about his favorite kinds of dates and why we should look beyond dating apps to find someone new.

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]]> 1254548 How to break a fast — the best foods to eat https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-break-a-fast/ Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:00:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1221193 Intermittent fasting diets are popular, but what are the best foods to eat after fasting? Keep reading to learn about optimizing the strict eating routine.

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]]> 1221193 How to hay smoke meat and cheese like a pro (according to one) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-hay-smoke-meat-cheese-barbecue-technique/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 19:00:36 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1001716 Too impatient for slow smoking? Try the combustion grilling power of hay smoking.

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]]> 1001716 11 foods high in gluten to avoid on a gluten-free diet https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/foods-high-in-gluten/ Wed, 28 Jun 2023 16:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1172082 If you follow a gluten-free diet, these are the foods you need to stay away from. While the list may seem lengthy, there are plenty of gluten-free replacements.

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]]> 1172082 How to age fish at home (your new favorite hobby) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-age-fish/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 19:00:49 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1008057 We chatted with Chef Ben Steigers to learn how to age fish and why it's so beneficial to the flavor and texture.

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]]> 1008057 The chromium benefits you should know about (and the best food sources for you) https://www.themanual.com/fitness/best-foods-for-chromium-benefits/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 18:00:16 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1216715 Chromium isn't a nutrient most people pay attention to, so be sure to have these foods on your shopping list to reap the benefits!

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]]> 1216715 Introducing The Billionaire’s Row, the $100 specialty cocktail that’ll have you feeling rich https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/park-lane-hotel-caviar-specialty-cocktail/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 14:00:34 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253790 Looking for a decadent cocktail? Try The Billionaire's Row at Darling, a rooftop bar in NYC. This $100 cocktail will leave you feeling on top of the world.

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]]> 1253790 Does red wine vinegar go bad? The Manual investigates https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/does-red-wine-vinegar-go-bad/ Tue, 27 Jun 2023 11:00:38 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1209637 Here's what you need to know about red wine vinegar's life span.

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]]> 1209637 Chefs reveal their best easy barbecue sauce recipes to up your grilling game https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/easy-barbecue-sauce-recipes/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 19:00:00 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=126800 Whether you're in the mood for a mustard base or a tangy Korean twist, these glazes are simple to make at home.

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]]> 126800 High protein diets: Everything you need to know https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/guide-to-high-protein-diet/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 11:00:32 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1174006 Ever wonder what a high protein diet can do for you? Well, here's a beginner's guide for you in which we will cover the best sources, how much protein you need, and more!

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]]> 1174006 You’ve probably never grilled these 10 foods…but you should https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/unusual-grilling-ideas/ Sun, 25 Jun 2023 16:00:32 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1252630 When the temperature rises above 75, there isn't a single meal that should be prepared inside the house. And yes, that includes a few dishes you've probably never thought to grill.

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]]> 1252630 Don’t miss your chance to get this air fryer for $30 https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/crux-digital-air-fryer-3qt-deal-bestbuy-june-2023/ Sun, 25 Jun 2023 15:30:32 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1253750 This popular Crux air fryer deal at Best Buy drops the price of a digital and full-featured air fryer to an incredible price.

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