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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

All illustrations: John Mata for Atlas Obscura

Puzzle Monday: That's the Spirit! Crossword

AO Puzzles April 3, 2023

Remembering When Cocktails Were Just Soup

Canned beef bouillon on the rocks, anyone?

Diana Hubbell February 23, 2023

People spent significant time and effort making non-alcoholic drinks glamorous.

The Prohibition-Era Effort To Make Mocktails Fun

Socialites and social campaigners joined forces to create tempting temperance drinks.

Kirstin Fawcett January 24, 2023

A meaty spread at Monsieur Vo.

A Love Letter to Drinking Foods Around the World

Thai-style fried chicken, Vietnamese scorched rice, and other dishes best paired with booze.

Diana Hubbell December 5, 2022

The Vanna White, a vodka highball with akvavit and celery shrub.

Shake Up Your Cocktails with Miso and MSG

There's a long history of savory, surprising mixed drinks.

Diana Hubbell November 7, 2022

Génépi

A uniquely Texan take on Chartreuse.

Tunglubuk Chi

A dwindling number of brewers still make this tapioca alcohol.

Ski or Hike Your Way to These 6 Adventurous Treats

Dry martinis are best served in the middle of a snowy forest.

Diana Hubbell August 9, 2022

Father Rui Sousa in the parish orchards.

The Priest Who Resurrected an Island’s Cider Tradition

Father Rui Sousa saw opportunity in the parish orchards.

Rafael Tonon August 5, 2022