CH Omakase 2017: Tea Drunk Private Sessions

A foray into top-quality bespoke Chinese tea, at the East Village cafe

As journalists and explorers, we are drawn to many different types of people but experts and those profoundly passionate about what they do tend to top our list. Shunan Tang of NYC’s Tea Drunk is the most knowledgable individual about Chinese teas that we’ve met. She’s so passionate that she commissions all of her teas—leaves, styles—from farmers directly. She’s hands-on to the point that she …

Interview: Winemaker Kate MacDonald, Skeleton Root Winery

Reviving America's native grapes and the country's first commercial wine region in Cincinnati

One way to entertain yourself during the more sobering moments of a “dry January” is to study up on the very stuff from which you’re abstaining. Oenophiles should start with Skeleton Root, a small-scale Cincinnati winery helmed by aviation engineer-turned-winemaker Kate MacDonald. The Ohioan’s approach to wine is as exceptional as its surprising backstory, a lesson in American history we wish wouldn’t have escaped our …

CH Omakase 2017: Made In Cookware Skillet and Saucepan Set

Premium materials and manufacturing combine for these kitchen essentials

Launched late in 2017, Made In is a direct-to-consumer brand of cookware that focuses on high-quality materials, meticulous manufacturing and a dedication to American-made products. Founded by Boston-based Bradford “Chip” Malt and Jake Kalick to offer home cooks high-quality equipment at affordable prices, another significant mission is to provide people with only what’s necessary—no huge sets of multiple pans if you just need one to …