Monica Rogers

Monica Rogers writes frequently about culinary and beverage trends and operations from Evanston, IL.

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Fast and Fabulous Food

Bar snacks don’t need to be difficult — quick ‘n’ easy treats with signature flair are low-cost, high-profit winners.

A Vintage Revival

Retro-inspired recipes make their way onto bar food menus — and patrons’ plates — around the country.

Now That’s a Gas: Vaporized Cocktails You Inhale at Red Kiva

Red Kiva's Julie Palmer invented the VaporTini (patent pending), a cocktail made by heating select spirits in a custom-made glass vessel, and then inhaling the vapors.

Not So Serious

Cognac and brandy mix as well in trendy drinks as they do in classic cocktails.

There's Something About Mary...

The Traditional Bloody Mary is Just the Beginning

Re-defining Delicious

Today's bar food is on par with the best that restaurant kitchens have to offer the diner seeking a full meal.