Hunter Lu – The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:00:24 +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 Hunter Lu – The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 Meet the mail-order wagyu beef company prized by Gordon Ramsay and David Chang https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/mail-order-wagyu-beef/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:00:21 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1288622 With ringing endorsements from culinary heavyweights like Gordon Ramsey and David Chang, KOW Steaks is the premier American Wagyu company. We interviewed CEO Jon Urbana to learn about their American Wagyu.

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]]> 1288622 Beyond the espresso martini: A speakeasy mixologist teaches us all about coffee cocktails https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-coffee-cocktails/ Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:00:13 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1280686 From the espresso martini to coffee negroni, coffee and alcohol is a classic. We spoke to Hernán Trujillo, general manager of The Boardroom, a new NYC speakeasy, to learn more.

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]]> 1280686 Why chocolate is the must-add ingredient for the perfect eggplant parmesan https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/eggplant-parmesan-recipe-hack/ Sun, 03 Dec 2023 17:30:20 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1283143 Executive Chef Adam Leonti of the restaurant Cucina Alba is adding an interesting ingredient to his eggplant parmesan — chunks of bitter chocolate.

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]]> 1283143 How to pair soju and beef: Master Sommelier Kyungmoon Kim of Wangbi gives us his top tips https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/soju-and-beef-pairing/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 17:00:51 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1275705 While beef is often paired with red wine, there's another liquor that's equally amazing — Korean soju. We sought out Kyungmoon Kim, a Master Sommelier at Wangbi.

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]]> 1275705 Chef Andrew Zimmern teaches us all about wild game cooking https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/andrew-zimmern-wild-game-cooking/ Thu, 26 Oct 2023 15:00:47 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1274145 Chef Andrew Zimmern, outdoorsman and food media star, is on a mission to get Americans thinking about wild foods on the latest season of Wild Game Kitchen.

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]]> 1274145 From roasted to dressed, a chef’s guide to upgrading your oysters https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/oysters-upgrade-pro-chef-tips/ Tue, 03 Oct 2023 16:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1271277 Oysters are often enjoyed unadorned. But sometimes, there can be tasty upgrades with ingredients like buttermilk or chili pepper. Executive Chef Phil Choy shows us how.

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]]> 1271277 Expert bartender gives us a great martini recipe, and a chef suggests pairing it with French fries (yes, really) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/martini-recipe-paired-with-fries/ Sun, 01 Oct 2023 16:00:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1271246 The next time you sip an elegant martini, pair it with French fries. At Lounge on Pearl, a cocktail lounge in New York's Financial District, this pairing is a highlight.

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]]> 1271246 How to cook ribs in the oven: A step-by-step guide https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-cook-ribs-in-the-oven/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:00:07 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=134519 Trying to master rib cooking, but you don't have a smoker or barbecue? Haters gonna hate but trust us, oven-cooked ribs can taste just as great as smoked.

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]]> 134519 When it comes to international barbecue, Mexican BBQ reigns supreme https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/mexican-barbecue-guide/ Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:00:20 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1108244 The richness of Mexican cuisine is unparalleled. Keep reading to learn more.

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]]> 1108244 Fall dessert recipes: Apple bread pudding and more (apples) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-fall-dessert-recipes/ Wed, 13 Sep 2023 20:00:50 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1152802 Fall is the perfect time to gather some apples and do a little baking.

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]]> 1152802 NYC restaurant offers an inside look at the exclusive world of high-end Korean BBQ https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/korean-bbq-anto-korean-steakhouse-nyc/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 18:00:09 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1264175 While incredibly varied, few Korean restaurants showcase the fine-dining potential of Korean BBQ. At Anto Korean Steakhouse, Chef Luke Yoon changes that dynamic.

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]]> 1264175 Elevate your pizza night: A mixology expert reveals how to choose the right cocktail pairings https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/pizza-and-cocktails-pairings/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 17:00:43 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1262292 While wine and beer are generally seen as excellent pizza pairings, next time, try mixing some cocktails instead.

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]]> 1262292 The 9 best CBD drinks we tried in 2023 https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-cbd-drinks/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:00:55 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=980094 From tropical fruit to flavors inspired by classic cocktails, CBD drinks are tasty and help you relax, destress, and mellow out. For a list of the best, read on.

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]]> 980094 The ultimate guide to Argentinian barbecue, according to an expert https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/argentinian-barbecue-guide/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 20:00:12 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1100736 In Argentina, grilling meat is a way of life. To help guide The Manual through this amazing stye of barbecue is Balvanera, an Argentinian restaurant in New York.

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]]> 1100736 Meet the pizza restaurant experimenting with ancient grains (spoiler alert: it’s delicious) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/pizza-made-with-ancient-grains/ Thu, 24 Aug 2023 16:00:34 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1263937 In New York, a city with an enormous array of pizza restaurants and bakeries, Heritage Grand Restaurant and Pizza Bar is doing something unique — promoting ancient grains.

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]]> 1263937 NYC’s Genesis House combines Korean food and luxury cars (and it totally works) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/genesis-house-nyc-combines-korean-cuisine-and-luxury-cars/ Fri, 18 Aug 2023 13:42:20 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1261833 Genesis House NYC is a multi-faceted concept that combines Korean fine-dining, a Genesis car showroom, and an event space dedicated to showcasing Korean culture.

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]]> 1261833 Doner kebab is the delicious late-night munchie you have to try https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/doner-kebab-guide-from-doner-haus/ Fri, 04 Aug 2023 15:00:59 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1259594 While sausages are popular in Germany, the doner kebab reigns supreme as a fast-casual favorite. To guide us, Döner Haus in NYC breaks down this beloved food.

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]]> 1259594 This frozen strawberry rhubarb cocktail is the perfect summer drink https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/strawberry-rhubarb-cocktail-recipe/ Thu, 27 Jul 2023 16:00:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1257631 Few summer cocktails are more refreshing than an icy frozen drink. Read on as Ash Haussermann of Boulton & Watt shares their favorite frozen cocktail recipe.

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]]> 1257631 A professional chef reveals the secrets of wood-fire cooking https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/wood-fire-cooking-guide/ Tue, 25 Jul 2023 16:00:07 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1258307 For amazing food, nothing beats a wood-fired oven. For an in-depth guide, Chef Ed Cotton of Jack & Charlie No. 118 guides us on the art of the wood fire.

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]]> 1258307 The iconic Benjamin Steakhouse shares its best meat cooking tips https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/steak-recipe-tips/ Mon, 17 Jul 2023 20:00:16 +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 The drink trend Aquavit’s head bartender says you’re sleeping on https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/aquavit-scandinavian-cocktail-tasting/ Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:00:07 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1256767 For Scandinavian cocktails, few places have more expertise than two Michelin-starred Aquavit. Read on as head bartender Jeff Arnold takes us on a guide.

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]]> 1256767 How to clean a fish for beginners: The complete guide https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-clean-a-fish/ Tue, 11 Jul 2023 13:00:23 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=42851 Cleaning a fish is fairly simple. All you need is the right equipment and a proper guide. We're here to help.

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]]> 42851 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 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 What to know about Brazilian BBQ, a delicious meat marathon https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/brazilian-barbecue-guide/ Thu, 22 Jun 2023 18:00:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1074906 From succulent picanha to fatty pork, Brazilian BBQ restaurants are a meat marathon and guaranteed to scratch the itch of any carnivore.

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]]> 1074906 Tips and tricks: A pro chef reveals how to cook prime rib https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-cook-prime-rib/ Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:00:23 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=41777 The highlight of any celebration or menu, prime rib requires plenty of skill to execute. Chef James Tracey of Monterey helps us break down this classic.

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]]> 41777 Hamburger expert George Motz walks us through how to cook the perfect hamburger https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-hamburger/ Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:00:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1076657 According to George Motz, the secret to a great burger is to keep it simple. We break it all down from the meat to the bun. This is how to make the perfect burger.

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]]> 1076657 Make brisket shakshuka, the ultimate Israeli breakfast combination https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/shakshuka-recipe-featuring-brisket-chamin/ Wed, 07 Jun 2023 17:00:22 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1249079 Rich and savory, shakshuka is an Israeli breakfast classic. One restaurant, Dagon in NYC, is adding a spin on a classic — hearty beef brisket stew.

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]]> 1249079 Everything you need to know to make Chinese hot pot at home https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/chinese-hot-pot-guide/ Thu, 25 May 2023 17:30:33 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1071906 While there are plenty of hot pot restaurants, the best way to enjoy hot pot is at home. All you need is the right equipment, ingredients, and friends. 

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]]> 1071906 Make these Sherlock Holmes-themed cocktails for your next party https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/sherlock-holmes-themed-cocktails/ Thu, 25 May 2023 15:00:52 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1246456 The world of modern cocktails is always innovating. At Claudia in Chicago, cocktail manager Terence Shapcott has created a line of whimsical cocktails, all inspired by Sherlock Holmes.

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