Slow Spirits

If booze is to be slow, it has to be right.

How to Start Your Own Dive Bar

Be the boss, bouncer, and favorite bartender.

10 Ways to Smuggle Booze into Events

Crazy devices and contraptions.

The CHOW 13

Our first annual awards, presenting a baker’s dozen of provocateurs, trendsetters, and rabble-rousers.

How to Bottle

You can get the pop in the bottles, but make sure the bottles don’t pop

Let the Grilling Begin!

Kick off the summer with these easy menus.

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How to Open a Beer with Another Beer

It’s the one thing you should have on hand.

Drinks Around the World

Ring in the New Year 24 times over.

Throw My Wedding

Is it OK to ask friends to help with your reception?

Stain-Free Partying

Is it OK for hosts to ban red wine from pale furnishings?

Destination: Twin Cities Crawl

Well fed and hung over at the 2008 Republican National Convention.

What’s the Best Drink to Order in a Dive Bar?

Some safe bets when the liquor is sketchy.

Spirit of Peace

Aquavit calms the stormy waters swirling between gin and vodka.

Drunk at Yoga Class

Is it bad form to go to happy hour first?

Super Bowl for a Crowd

Tex-Mex-style game-day grub.