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When Russia invaded Ukraine last February, many feared the price of grain would skyrocket. While the cost of war is incalculable on many fronts, this would have been a disaster for Europe and other areas around the world that rely on Ukraine for wheat, maize, and other grains. Known as the continent’s breadbasket, Ukraine is a top exporter of...

I recently wrote about the growing number of new nonalcoholic bottle shops popping up in major cities–fueled by the burgeoning sober-curious movement. So, it may shock you to learn one of the movement’s more popular trends, Dry January (when people give up alcohol for the first month of the year), is on the decline. You heard that right: Fewer people say...

I recently wrote about the growing number of new nonalcoholic bottle shops popping up in major cities–fueled by the burgeoning sober-curious movement. So, it may shock you to learn one of the movement’s more popular trends, Dry January (when people give up alcohol for the first month of the year), is on the decline. You heard that right: Fewer people say...

Like fashion and entertainment, the food and beverage industry also has a taste for nostalgia. With cocktails like the cosmopolitan making their way back into the mainstream, bars and restaurants in major cities are feeling more like the 1990s these days. While both old-school recipes and creative takes on originals are back in vogue, the espresso martini is emerging...

Agave is having a moment. While spirits distilled from the plant, like tequila and mezcal, have always been crowd favorites, they’re currently experiencing a worldwide boom. The growth of agave spirits didn’t come out of nowhere and brands have been taking notice for years. Have you spotted more mezcal being offered in stores, bars, and restaurants lately? This isn’t...

The term restoration refers to businesses dedicated to the preparation of food and beverages prepared for consumption. Including different types of businesses such as restaurants, eating houses, cafeterias, bars, inns, wine bars and wineries. Times have changed and with it the world of restoration which presents numerous changes with new lines of business. Actors, comedians, athletes, singers and businessmen...

A little while ago I didn’t know what they were about and now it’s the only thing that is talked about. NFT’s have gone from being a talking point exclusive to the world of art and collecting, but these digital assets have found a place in restoration. VCR Group , a company dedicated to creating concepts, culinary experiences and...