Shira Golan
Senior Editor, Drinks
Shira Golan is the Senior Editor for Drinks. With over 15 years in the hospitality industry, she transitioned from running award-winning beverage programs to journalism, bringing a technical yet accessible perspective to the world of wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages. Before joining Favorite Foods & Drinks, she was a columnist for 'Vine & Cellar' magazine, where her series on emerging viticultural regions won a 'Best Drinks Coverage' award. Her expertise lies in demystifying complex topics, from the malolactic fermentation process in Chardonnay to the botanical profiles of modern gins.
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New Coffee Releases and Trends Take Center Stage in 2026
Klatch Coffee's El Salvador Jasal Orange Geisha Anaerobic Natural recently scored an astounding 94 points from Coffee Review, boasting notes of pineapple, cherry, and apricot, according to Sprudge .
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Creative Culinary Creations Using Leftover Wine
That half-empty bottle of party wine, often destined for the drain, can be transformed into a savory compound butter or elegant poached fruits, ready to elevate your next meal.
Jun 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Mastering Galettes: Prevent Soggy Bottoms with These Expert Tips
To ensure a galette's crust is perfectly crisp, not soggy, bakers must push past 'golden brown' and bake until it resembles rich toffee or dark caramel.
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Rite Aid's Demise Ends Era for Thrifty Ice Cream Legacy
In 2025, Rite Aid Corporation will close its doors, marking the final chapter for a retail chain that once housed Thrifty Drug Stores, home to the legendary five-cent ice cream cone.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Discover the Easy Tofu Chocolate Mousse Trend
A viral social media trend has propelled silken tofu sales up 250% in the last month, thanks to a surprisingly decadent chocolate mousse recipe that tastes nothing like its main ingredient.
Jun 14, 2026 · 4 min read
UNSW Sydney uses ultrasonic waves for energy efficient espresso
At UNSW Sydney, researchers have successfully brewed espresso-strength coffee using only room-temperature water and ultrasonic sound waves, cutting energy consumption by 75%.
Jun 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Your guide to classic silverware sets for fancy styles
A single 5-piece place setting from a renowned European silversmith now costs upwards of $1,500, marking a 30% jump in just two years.
Jun 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Portland City Council Votes to Ban Foie Gras Sales
Portland's city council voted 7-5 to ban foie gras sales, a measure directly impacting only seven restaurants and one retailer, according to The Business Journals .
Jun 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Kopikina Heulang Opens Bogor City Coffee Shop
After three months of construction and a 500 million IDR investment, Kopikina Heulang is set to open next Monday, October 28th, promising 10 new local jobs and a community hub on Bogor's bustling Jala
Jun 12, 2026 · 2 min read
Rigorous CIA Test Reveals Top Carbon Steel Pan
In a blind test by the Culinary Institute of America, a $60 carbon steel pan from an emerging brand outperformed a $250 industry staple.
Jun 12, 2026 · 4 min read
New Recipes Feature Green Sauce Tofu Amid Safety Concerns
Just weeks after 'Green Sauce Tofu' recipes flooded social media feeds, reports surfaced of a 400% surge in demand for its key, previously obscure, 'green' ingredient, leading to widespread shortages
Jun 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Easy Weeknight Grilling Recipes Thrive in 2026 Culinary Trends
Google searches for 'quick grill recipes' have surged 40% year-over-year, signaling a fundamental shift in how busy families approach weeknight dinners in 2026.
Jun 11, 2026 · 3 min read
New chopped salad recipe with sardines and preserved lemon goes viral
In the past month, online searches for 'sardine salad recipes' have surged by 300%, signaling an unexpected culinary shift towards bolder, more accessible flavors.
Jun 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Nothing Bundt Cakes Unveils New Summer Flavors
From June 8 to June 21, Nothing Bundt Cakes will offer a new Peach Cobbler flavor, a fleeting commercial take on a dessert that can be made at home with just six ingredients.
Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Publishers Reveal Hottest New Summer 2026 Cookbooks
This summer, home cooks can find an entire cookbook dedicated to corn, featuring recipes from Sweet Corn Shortbread to Corn, Tomato & Red Pepper Galette, according to Bon Appétit .
Jun 10, 2026 · 3 min read
Allergy Economy Booms While Consumers Face Unmet Needs
Last year, a single brand of allergen-free snack bars generated more revenue than the entire national budget for food allergy research in several developing countries combined.
Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Gen Alpha's Top Drink Trends: Beyond Coffee
A 10-year-old's precise order for a 'Strawberry Açaí Refresher with no ice, extra base, and a pump of raspberry' at Starbucks signals a profound demographic shift.
Jun 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Chicago's Best Bars: Redefining Nightlife, 2026 Predictions
Esquire magazine unexpectedly named 'Lazy Bird' in the Hoxton Hotel as its 'Bar of the Year' for 2024, citing its live jazz and innovative cocktail program, according to Esquire.
Jun 6, 2026 · 4 min read
World of Coffee Lisbon 2027 Dates Announced, Hosts Latte Art Championship
Lisbon, Portugal, has been officially slated to host the Specialty Coffee Association's World of Coffee Europe event from June 17-19, 2027, an unusually early confirmation for such a major internation
Jun 5, 2026 · 3 min read
Salsa Market Growth: U.S. Latin Sauce Outpaces Global
The global salsa sauce market will surge by over $1.
Jun 4, 2026 · 3 min read