Alcohol
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Drinks
To-go cocktails are here to stay, permanently reshaping California's bar scene.
During the pandemic, one San Francisco bar reported 40% of its weekly revenue came from bottled Negronis sold through a takeout window, a practice now permanently enshrined in California law.
Kenji Nakamura·August 28, 2026
Drinks
Top Mezcal Selections Beyond Tequila and Rum
While many associate mezcal with a single smoky flavor, brands like Yola Mezcal achieve their unique profile through an extended six-day natural fermentation—double the typical three days—according to
Kenji Nakamura·June 18, 2026