Exclusive: Keith Lee Is Considering a Restaurant Concept That Would Spotlight Local Talent
Keith Lee has become something of a modern-day superhero for local restaurants. It’s hard to believe that it was a little over three years ago when I first covered the mixed martial artist-turned-food critic.
At the top of 2023, Lee visited Frankensons, a family-owned restaurant in Las Vegas, Nevada that was struggling to pay rent. He paid for his own meal and reviewed the items he ordered at the pizzeria in a viral TikTok video that would quickly become “life-changing” for Frankensons.
Applebee’s Is Kicking Off Spooky Season Earlier Than Ever With Two Ghoulish New Cocktails
Not sure when spooky season officially starts—I spotted Halloween decor and pumpkin candles at TJ Maxx weeks ago, so I knew we were pretty darn close. And now that Applebee’s has just unveiled a selection of ghoulish new $6 sips, I think we can finally declare that we’ve entered into the spookiest time of the year.
For a limited time only, diners can indulge in two new, Halloween-inspired sips from Applebee’s: Dracula’s Juice and Tipsy Zombie. They’re both on the fruity side, and with the Tipsy Zombie, the drink is topped with gummi brains for a fun garnish. Depending on the Applebee’s location you visit, you can also purchase a vibe drop shot for either drink.
12 Labor Day Cocktails You’ll Want to Make Before Summer Slips Away
Can you believe we’ve nearly reached the end of summer? I mean, I’m not complaining about the arrival of fall (my favorite!), but I’m kinda shocked at how quickly we’ve reached Labor Day weekend.
So before you start reminiscing on that epic beach trip you took a few weeks back or your favorite summer pool party, let’s take some time to toast to summer with a few sips to remember the season. And since we’ll be sipping our way through pumpkin pie martinis and boozy hot chocolates in the coming weeks, I wanted to showcase drink recipes that are refreshing, fruity, and even a bit effervescent.
I Tried Cutwater’s New Banana Mudslide, and It Wasn’t Quite What I Expected
Back in May of this year, it was revealed that Cutwater was planning on releasing one of its most decadent flavors yet: Banana Mudslide. Cutwater White Russian is hands down my favorite from the brand, so I was really excited to learn that they were going in the dessert cocktail direction once again. Well, I finally got my hands on the latest from Cutwater and I have a lot to say about this one.
Cutwater Banana Mudslide boasts an impressive 13% ABV, and is made with vodka and coffee-cream liqueur, with balanced notes of banana and chocolate. Right off the bat, fans were going crazy over this one.
Fireball’s New Fall Flavor Is Sweet, Smoky and Packed With Toasted Marshmallow Notes
For fans of Fireball, you’ve likely come to love the bold cinnamon flavor the liqueur is known for. Well, prepare to have your tastebuds cooled down a bit, because the brand will soon release a new flavor that’s much more on the mellow side.
Just this week, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky announced that it’s dropping the all-new Fireball Torch'd Vanilla. Described as being sweet, smoky, and spicy, Fireball Torch’d Vanilla blends rich vanilla, toasted marshmallow, smoky oak, and warm baking spice. And don’t fret Fireball purists, the new flavor will still have notes of cinnamon.
Crown Royal’s Juicy Couture Collaboration Is the Viral Whisky Drop You’ll Want to Own
Crown Royal collaborating with Juicy Couture is exactly how I imagined the summer coming to a close. I mean, you can’t go wrong with nostalgia and whisky. And I once again have social media to thank for introducing me to the collab that would surely make early 2000s Paris Hilton proud.
Crown Royal and Juicy Couture are back at it again with a new release. This latest drop gives three fan-favorite Crown Royal flavors a stylish Juicy Couture makeover.
Atlanta’s The Irish Exit Serves Up Southern Hospitality and a Frozen Irish Coffee Worth the Trip
If you’ve visited downtown Atlanta in recent weeks, particularly during World Cup, then you know that the area has welcomed a number of new restaurants and attractions. COSM, an entertainment venue with a massive dome viewing area, and The CTR (the former CNN Center food court) are among the notable attractions.
I had the chance to visit The CTR on numerous occasions and I’m still plotting my visit to COSM, but for me, there’s another downtown addition that has me eagerly planning my next visit.
I Tried Chili’s New ‘Love Island’ Inspired Bombshell Marg—And You Should Absolutely Try It ASAP
It’s once again that time of the year when the entire country seems to be going Love Island crazy. Forget Cabo Verde and Argentina’s World Cup match, did you hear about the latest Casa Amor visit?? (On a serious note, that World Cup game was EPIC) I have to admit that I haven’t watched Love Island since Serena and Kordell won, but I was excited to learn that Chili’s latest Margarita of the Month (MOTM) takes its inspiration from the dating reality show.
Applebee’s Is Bringing Back Its $1 DOLLARITA Following ‘Overwhelming Demand’ from Fans
You asked for it, and you got it. After a two-year hiatus, Applebee’s is officially bringing back its fan-favorite DOLLARITA cocktail. The drink will be returning to menus before you know it.
As its name suggests, the DOLLARITA is a $1 margarita that’s made with tequila, triple sec, and lime. The budget-friendly sip will be available beginning July 1 and you’ll have the entire month to get your hands on a DOLLARITA or two.
Red Lobster’s New Summer Cocktails Include a Tropical Long Island and a Guava Margarita
Although we’re still a few days out from summer, restaurants have slowly started to unveil new seasonal sips. Among the restaurants with a new roster of summer cocktails is Red Lobster. The beloved seafood spot recently dropped three new cocktails: Guava Chili Margarita, Nauti Peach Long Island, and Lobster Punch.
With these latest additions to the Red Lobster menu, you’re getting a little bit of everything—from savory to boozy to fruity.