Black-Owned Bars And Restaurants

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If you're looking for a list of Black-owned restaurants and bars across the nation, Chowhound has you covered. It's more important than ever to support Black people and Black voices however we can, and that includes where we spend our money. Obviously you'll need to check with each one to see if they are open for business right now, but many do have takeout and delivery.

It's by no means an exhaustive list, of course, and we all should look for Black businesses in our own backyards to support right now. If you're going out for socially distant drinks with friends or picking up drinks to enjoy at home, what Black businesses are you buying from?

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Making Classic Drinks at Home

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Sure, we miss going out for our favorite drinks, especially when they're complicated or even made by our favorite bartenders and baristas, but being at home doesn't mean you have to drink nothing but rum and Coke on Fridays. When you want to relax, why not whip up one of these classics with things you already have in your kitchen?

This list of classic drinks is a good place to get started, but chances are you can create dozens of drinks with the few ingredients you already have on hand. Add a few fresh items from the farmer's market and you can have something truly special from your own kitchen!

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The Best Sugar-Free Lemonade

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There are plenty of sugar-free lemonades out there, but I've found most of them wanting. Even the most popular store brands of powdered sugar-free lemonade mix just don't taste like lemonade to me. The closest thing I've found to a good sugar-free lemonade is Skinny Mix's lemon elderflower syrup and even that isn't just what I'm looking for.

When it comes to sugar-free living, sometimes you just have to take what you can get, and I know this. However, I've had some delicious keto lemon bars and protein meal replacements that make me think there's something better out there. While I work my way through dozens of sugar-free lemonade recipes at home this spring and summer, I'd love to see what you're making at home, too.

So how about it? Do you have any good sugar-free lemonade recipes to share? Post them in the chat!

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Dalgona Coffee Your Way

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Dalgona coffee is all the rage right now, and people are putting their own spins on this cool, new-to-America trend that hails from South Korea. Many people like to mix in or top their Dalgona coffee with cookie crumbles, cocoa, cinnamon, honey and other fun toppings, but you can really add just about anything you want to create your own coffee masterpiece.

Love malt flavors? Try mixing some Ovaltine in your coffee! Trying to keep it low-sugar and low-carb? Try this keto version of the drink. Add colorful sprinkles for a quick cheer-me-up touch, Stir in flavored syrups to be a barista in your own home, play with different types of milk, stir in your favorite chai or other tea instead of milk... the possibilities are really endless!

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The Best Margarita Ever

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Whether you're celebrating for Cinco de Mayo (which isn't really a big Mexican holiday, but you probably know that by now), adding a drink to your regular Taco Tuesday meal or you're just in the mood for some tequila, a margarita is often a great idea. The question is, what is the best way to make one?

Do you think fresh lime juice and triple sec are imperative for a good margarita, as they are in this recipe? Maybe you're all about keeping it sugar and carb free, which would lead you to a mix like this one. If you're like me, you know that a good salt around the rim of your glass is key for the best tasting experience!

What is your secret to the perfect margarita? Do you add any flavors or are you a fan of the classics? Share your best tips in the chat.

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Caffè Misto Your Way

How do you like it?

Normally I'm not one to "mute" my coffee with a lot of milk, but I'm in love with it mixed with macadamia nut milk lately and I thought I'd see how my fellow coffee lovers like their Caffè Misto drinks. Personally, I'm loving the nut milk, but maybe you have a different milk you enjoy in your cup.

There are also plenty of coffee lovers who add flavor to their misto, and I've seen everything from pumpkin spice to more unconventional spices at home. I love cardamom in just about anything so I'm definitely willing to try to experiment! I really like a hint of sugar-free mocha syrup in mine, too.

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Best Coffee Drinks at Home

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Whipped coffee is all the rage, but when I attempted the drink it was pretty awful. Granted, I don't usually buy instant coffee and the stuff I had was a little old and hardened, but not expired, so I may try it again. There are plenty of other incredible coffee drinks I've had from my own kitchen, though, and I'm sure you have had many, too!

One of my favorite coffee drinks to make is a mocha with real cocoa powder. I play with mint extract, cinnamon and coconut oil to create new flavors and add the sweetener I have on hand for a super tasty latte. I like to do the same with a cinnamon base. 

You can also try a Thai iced coffee, coffee granita, golden turmeric lattes and many of these other coffee drinks. There's also an iced ube latte, a Topo Chico and 20 other ideas here.

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TĒONAN Wellness Beverages

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As a coffee and tea addict, I'm always trying out new brands and flavors even while I stick to my old standby favorites, and recently I came across TĒONAN Wellness Beverages. I'm very intrigued by these organic drinks. They contain mushrooms, herbs and probiotics meant to help support health goals.

They have a $12 sampler right now that I'm thinking about trying. It ships for free and features two samples of five different blends, including Coffee Black and Bitter, Turmeric Latte, Matcha Latte, Hot Cacao and Cafe Latte. These have ingredients like chaga and cordyceps, which I already like in other coffee flavors. 

Have you tried these wellness beverages yet? If so, what did you think of them? Share your thoughts in the chat.

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Drinking on the Go

What do you keep with you?

Many people are trying to practice greener lifestyles, which includes using reusable containers while dining out. From packing your own leftover containers to using reusable straws, there are a lot of easy ways to reduce your eco footprint and reduce waste.

Some people are creating their own on-the-go kits to use in their cars, which are great for eating and drinking anything from fast food to takeout, impromptu wine and cheese picnics to quick bites at the gas station. There are lots of utensils and containers sold specifically for this purpose, which makes it even easier!

How do you make drinking and eating on the go much easier? What kinds of things do you keep in your car, backpack or purse to live a greener lifestyle? Share them in the chat.

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Drink Deals This Week

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We're really lucky to live in a time when we can still get things shipped to our homes, and many companies are relying on this in order to stay open during the pandemic. Some of my favorite drink companies are offering good deals right now, too.

Tea Drops, for example, is offering 15% off orders of Rose Earl Grey for e-mail subscribers. Be sure to sign up for these discounts!

Red Rose Tea is offering discounts to followers on Facebook. I used their code on an order last week and was pleasantly surprised to see it arrive today. The dessert teas taste great!

Skinny Mixes has new flavors, new shelf-stable milk for sale and a sale on many of their syrups. 

Southern Breeze has a new watermelon flavor as well as a giveaway going on right now.

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