Maggie Hoffman
Contributor
Maggie Hoffman is the former Digital Director of Epicurious and the author of two cocktail books. Find her on Substack at The Dinner Plan and What to Drink.
Have Your Thanksgiving Wine and Mix This Cocktail With It Too
Riesling meets apple cider and bourbon in a sophisticated cocktail that goes well with turkey, stuffing, and more.
Cranberries Aren't Just For Sauce: Use the Juice in This Festive Campari Cocktail
If, for you, the best part of Thanksgiving is the tang of cranberry sauce, this super-easy, super-tart Campari-laced drink is for you.
It’s Time to Stock Your Bar for Winter. Here Are the Bottles I’m Making Sure to Always Have on Hand.
A smartly-stocked bar is better than a well-stocked bar. Here's how to have one.
Newton's Law
Apple butter is a brilliant shortcut to a robustly flavored fall cocktail. Spiced with cinnamon and sometimes ginger, nutmeg, or clove, it brings in every essential autumn note in a teaspoon or two.
3 New Hot Cocktails to Sip Outside as the Weather Gets Cold
2020 is the year to move beyond the basic hot toddy.
This Simple Glass Water Bottle Is The Best Wine-Saving Gadget I’ve Used
When you don’t want to drink a whole bottle at dinner, the Retap comes in handy.
This 3-Ingredient Cocktail Is My New Fall Favorite (No, It’s Not a Negroni)
This sherry and amaro drink is softer, richer, and just as easy to make.
How to Celebrate Halloween Without Leaving the House
The usual trick-or-treating and parties aren't recommended this year. Here's how to make the holiday feel special for your kids anyway.
How to Battle Kitchen Burnout (And Still Get Dinner on the Table)
If you find yourself just not wanting to cook right now, you're not alone.
Easiest Week Ever: A Super-Flexible Meal Plan for Tired Cooks
Wondering what to cook when you’re struggling with kitchen burnout? Here’s a list of easy recipes to help.
Now Is Not the Time for Handwash-Only Kitchenware
Le Creuset, I love you—but we're on a break.
How to Use Up Your Dry Vermouth
The bottle's not going to drink itself. But you don't have to commit to a dozen martinis.
Vermouth—Just Vermouth—Is the Drink of Summer
We're living in a golden age of small-batch vermouth. So just pour it in your glass.
Gin and Tonic Is Great, but Have You Tried Other Stuff and Tonic?
Meet your new favorite easy summer drink.
Infinity Pool
Throw chopped celery stalks into a juicer (or blender) for a refreshing cocktail base. The vegetal flavor is mellowed by citrusy Lillet blanc and lemon juice, while its savory side is supported with mezcal and a pinch of smoked salt.
The Epicurious Guide to the Very Best Gin and Tonic
A few rules to remember: Make it cold. And forget the lime.
This Cool and Bright Bean Dish Is an Affordable Alfresco Dinner
It's lazy summer cooking at its finest (and, at around $7, its cheapest).
This Gas Grill Gives You the Sear of Charcoal—Without the Hassle
Learn the power of an extra sear burner.