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Bar Basso

Sip a Negroni Sbagliato in the bar that invented it.

Roosevelt speaking from the back of a train in 1912.

The Obscure Presidential Cocktail That Made You Pick Sides

In 1912, the way you drank a "Teddy Hat" signaled support for Roosevelt or Taft.

Rachel Lane February 15, 2024

Kava is regarded as the national beverage of Fiji, where it is often served to welcome visitors.

Why Kava Laws Choose Tradition Over Commercialization

New Zealand regulations prevent the sacred beverage of the Pacific Islands from being watered down.

Andrew Coletti February 8, 2024

Pont

A town in East France still makes a beloved green-anise liquor born after the ban of absinthe.

Where Beauty Meets History in Downtown L.A.

Throughout Hotel Indigo, you’ll catch glimpses of L.A. history’s impact and inspiration. Set out to see history in action at a grand old movie palace, a flower market bursting with color, and a historic railway that puts the fun in funicular.

Sponsored by Hotel Indigo

Making Swedish egg coffee is both a beloved tradition and a fascinating chemical process.

The Midwest's Scandinavian Secret to Eggcellent Coffee

Immigrants from Northern Europe used eggs to make a smooth, tasty brew.

Kathy Adams November 7, 2023

Gastro Obscura’s Guide to the Northern Kentucky Bourbon Tour

10 worthy stops along The B-Line® to sip and savor spirited whiskey.

Sponsored by Meet Northern Kentucky

Heinold’s First and Last Chance 2007. (Wikimedia Commons)

29 Dive Bars, Saloons, and Taverns Where the Vibe Is Unbeatable

Come for a beer and a shot, stay for the scene.

Diana Hubbell August 22, 2023

Boba trended in Taiwan before making its way to the rest of the world.

How Taiwan's Boba Tea Took Over the World

It’s much more than a drink.

Anne Ewbank August 7, 2023

Sweet salep has ancient roots.

Turkey's Endangered Orchids Are Disappearing, One Sip at a Time

Salep, a sweet drink with ancient roots, is often made with illegally foraged bulbs.

Vittoria Traverso July 18, 2023

11 Unique Amaros and Liqueurs to Level Up Your Aperol Spritz

This summer, try an artichoke tipple with your soda and sparkling wine.

Sam Lin-Sommer June 29, 2023

9 Sodas That Fizz With Local Flavors

Get your soft drink fix with masala and maple sap.

Sam Lin-Sommer June 22, 2023

Gastro Obscura’s Guide to Eating Through Maine

Dig into some of the best the Pine Tree State has to offer.

Sponsored by Maine Office of Tourism

A bottle of amaro, with other monastery snacks.

Celebrate Spring With 9 Flower-Based Foods and Drinks

From tulip vodka to fried palm blossoms.

Sam Lin-Sommer May 19, 2023

Gastro Obscura’s Guide to St. Pete/Clearwater

With St. Pete/Clearwater undergoing a cultural renaissance, the culinary scene is certainly not to be overlooked on your next visit. From an ATM-turned-taco stand to an acrobatic pizza-maker to a Roaring ‘20s nightclub, here’s a handful of unexpected eateries to keep you fed in the Sunshine City and beyond.

Sponsored by Visit St. Pete/Clearwater

View of the trophy room from the communal couch area near the entrance.

Washington, D.C.

Silver Lyan

Sip creative cocktails in the former vault of the Riggs Bank.

Margherita Gagnoni, the winner of the competition, drew inspiration from the possibility of life-bearing conditions on Jupiter's moon Europa.

Make the Official Mocktail of the European Space Agency

Inspired by a mission to Jupiter, this bright blue drink bested 69 other 'space juices'.

Sam Lin-Sommer April 21, 2023

Gastro Obscura Tries: Olive Oil Coffee

Sponsored by Starbucks