BBC Good Food Includes recipes, news and features, chef profiles, basics, and healthy eating tips.
Better Baking Magazine featuring original recipes, baking techniques, products and ingredients, and book reviews.
Bon AppititBON APPETIT magazine: Cook with Confidence. Enjoy your Food. Find recipes; search our encyclopedia
of cooking tips, tools, and ingredients; watch food
Cook's Illustrated Find recipes and cooking techniques, equipment reviews, taste tests and much more.
Cooking Light Your online guide to eating smart, being fit and living well. Search thousands of healthy and delicious recipes.
Cuisine New Zealand based magazine featuring a huge archive of recipes, wine tastings notes, travel tips, cook's toys and tools,
books and more.
Cyberchef Features interviews with famous chefs, home recipes, cooking tips, menus, cookbook and restaurant reviews on international
cuisine.
Diabetic Gourmet Online magazine dedicated to diabetic dining. Topics range from healthy cooking to insulin resistance, gestational diabetes
and diabetes complications.
Epicurious Online host to Gourmet and Bon Appetit magazines. Recipes, menus, drink suggestions, forums on food and cooking, more.
Every Day with Rachael Ray Magazine for Rachael Ray's cooking tips and 30 Minute Meal recipes, as well as travel, party and food ideas.
Fabulous Foods Recipes in all categories, all with simple to follow step-by-step cooking instructions.
Fiery Foods Magazine covering all aspects of the chile peppers, fiery-foods, and barbecue.
Fine Cooking Website featuring recipes, menus, cooking techniques for home cooks of all skill levels, how-to videos, wine pairings,
inspiration and an active community of passionate cooks.
Food&Drink Digital Site for food and drink professionals and executives, featuring all aspects of managing a production based environment.Magazine
features an in-depth look at specific industry issues such as: Franchising; Food Production; Retailing and Hospitality and
Catering
Food and Wine Premier fine cuisine magazine featuring recipes, cooking tips, travel information, restaurant reviews, chefs, wine pairings
and seasonal content.
Food Dive Collects and displays all the relevant news to keep US food industry executives connected with information that is critical
to their jobs.
Food Navigator USA Site seeks out news stories and data of value to decision makers in food and beverage development in North America.
Gastronomica Sample articles from magazine devoted to discussion and reflection on the history, literature, representation, and cultural
impact of food.
Living Without Magazine for people with food allergies and sensivities. Offers gluten free recipes.
Saveur Gourmet food magazine exploring the authentic cuisines of the world and tracking recipes to their places of origin. Contains
news about the latest in culinary trends, cooking techniques and a calendar of culinary events.
StarChefs Features seasonal recipes, celebrity chef interviews, news & gossip, culinary jobfinder, more.
Taste of Home Recipes Food magazine taking a commonsense approach to family-pleasing meals with 75 or more practical recipes in every issue.
Waitrose Food Illustrated Magazine providing seasonal recipes, food and drink articles, wine and restaurant guides, tips on better cooking, and
more.
SPIRITS
Absinthe Buyers Guide Find information about authentic absinthe and accessories, including absinthe spoons, glasses, and fontaines. Features
historical facts, absinthe FAQ, articles, and how to drink absinthe.
Art of Drink Exploration of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer and drinks from the perspective of a chemist turned bartender.
Bartender Magazine for, by, and about bartenders and on-premise. Includes cocktail recipes, monthly news, classifieds and a forum.
BevX Lifestyle magazine with a beverage (wine, beer, and spirits) focus.
Cocktail Times Everything you need to know about cocktails and distilled spirits, from the classic concoctions to the new inventions.
Features original recipes, bartending tips, glassware descriptions, party-planning tips, and cooking with spirits.
CocktailDB Complete source for cocktails, cocktail ingredients, and barware knowledge.
Gintime Features gin's history and production, cocktail bar reviews, gin brands, tastings, recipes, more.
Got Mead Resources for the mead enthusiast. Find recipes, mead reviews, suppliers, mead makers, commercial meaderies, making instruction,
tips, and more.
la Fée Verte Includes absinthe buyer's guide, forum, recipes, history, articles, art, poetry & absinthiana collectibles.
Lyke 2 Drink Blog about beer, wine and spirits, travels to breweries, distilleries and wineries, festivals and events, alcohol issues,
and beverage marketing.
Malt Advocate Magazine covers all of the world's whiskies including scotch (single malt and blends), Irish whiskey, bourbon, American,
Japanese and Canadian whisky. Whisky columns, product reviews, and up-to-date whisky news.
Malt Madness All about single malt scotch whisky by Johannes van den Heuvel. Find tips on distilling and reviews of malt whisky from
around the world.
Ministry of Rum Contains rum lovers' forum, database of sugar cane spirits by country, rum tasting competition, glossary, articles, rum
FAQ.
Mutineer Magazine Magazine bringing film, music, fashion, books and popular culture into the context of beverage and alcohol.
Sake World Site devoted to Japanese Sake (Nihonshu). Covers all aspects of sake, sake enjoyment, sake culture, history, and brewing
technology.
Sante Magazine for restaurant professionals, providing of food, beverage and business management information.
Scotch Blog Online news and commentary site focused solely on the Scotch whisky industry.
Spirit Journal Reviews, tasting notes and stories on whiskey, brandy, tequila, vodka, gin, beer, cocktails, and fortified wines.
Straight Bourbon Read about the Bourbon makers, history and brands. There are sample tastings, reviews and ratings, Bourbon FAQ, drinks,
and recipes.
Tastings.com Comprehensive buying guide to wine, beer, & spirits from the Beverage Testing Institute. Thousands of reviews
& ratings, and complete directory.
Whisky Magazine Features whisky news, articles, directory of producers, whisky glossary, tasting notes, and whisky forum.
Wine Enthusiast Magazine includes spirits buying guide with ratings and reviews.
COFFEE & TEA
Cafe Magazine Magazine featuring coffee culture and history, and articles on cafe movements around the world.
Coffee & Tea Newsletter Provides informative articles for coffee and tea consumers, retailers and wholesalers.
Coffee Bean Coffe related news, reviews, interviews and product list.
Coffee Explorer Features new coffee products, news, exhibtions, fairs, coffee education programs, online coffee buying guide.
Coffee Geek Offers reviews of coffee appliances, news, tips, and articles.
Coffee Review Magazine featuring coffee reviews by coffee experts.
Coffee Talk Coffee business magazine. Reviews industry news and produces Daily Dose, e-mailed newspaper about developments
in coffee industry.
Coffee Universe Features comprehensive on-line coffee industry database, tips on preparing, grinding and storing coffee, coffee quizzes,
more.
Fresh Cup Magazine providing gourmet coffee professionals with business tips, new product info, and Fresh Cup ROADSHOW information.
Tea Finely Brewed Website featuring information about the various types of tea, the history of tea and reviews of teas available online.
Tea House Times Magazine provides resources and information about tea for tea room owners as well as consumers. Find tea recipes, book
reviews, tea room reviews, games and ideas for hosting a tea party.
Tea Muse Online tea magazine celebrating the history, enjoyment, and variety of tea in words, pictures and brief videos.
UK Tea Council Features history of tea, the latest tea news, fact sheets and an image bank, as welll as information on tea businesses
and the best places to enjoy a cup of tea. Learn everything you ever needed to know about tea - and get your Tea Master certificate.
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Bon Appetit 12 issues per year Bon Appetit magazine is an all-in-one guide to fabulous
food, fine wine and fun entertaining. Find latest food trends, product reviews and recipes in each issue of Bon Appetit magazine.
Burgundy Report Covers Burgundy wines. Over 1,000 tasting notes that link to vintage, appellation & domaine profiles, as well as maps,
lists of the appellations, more.
Decanter Decanter 12 issues per year Decanter magazine gives you
everything you need and want to know about wine from all over the world. Premier UK wine magazine featuring wine news
and views, auction price tracker and thousands of wine recommendations.
eRobertParker.com Independent consumer's guide and site of highly respected Wine Advocate magazine. Online features include glossary of
wine terms, vintage chart, daily tasting note, and a forum.
Food and Wine 12 issues per year Food & Wine magazine is the modern food lover's magazine
for people who want to live and dine in style. Each issue of Food & Wine magazine is filled with easy to make recipes,
expert wine pairings, and coverage of emerging trends and culinary sensations. Wine section features informational articles,
interactive food pairing, and a wine search.
Grapevine Magazine dedicated to delivering relevant information to the viticulture industry.
Hvin News News resource on Georgian wine industry in English.
Imbibe 6 issues per year Imbibe magazine is your ultimate guide to liquid
culture, from wine, spirits cocktails, and beer to coffee, tea and everything in between.
Mark Squires' E-Zine on Wine Online wine magazine featuring articles, best buys, reviews, wine tasting notes, recommendations, plus travel and wine
photos.
Mutineer Magazine 4 issues per year Mutineer Magazine provides honest and fearless journalism
to their readers, bringing film, music, books and popular culture in the context of beverage and alcohol. At the end of the
day, drinking becomes the lens through which we explore the world.
Oregon Wines Focuses exclusively on Oregon wines, wineries, and events.
Saveur 9 issues per year Saveur magazine shows you around the places that have
given birth to the world's great foods. Savor both the humble offerings of provincial cafes and the haute cuisine of elegant
three-star restaurants in each issue of Saveur magazine.
Vineyard & Winery Managment Editorial content ranges from vineyard planning, maintenance and harvesting, to wine production, aging, marketing and
distribution.
Whitley on Wine Wine news and reviews by columnist and radio host Robert Whitley.
Wine & Dine Online magazine with wine news, restaurant reviews, vineyards for sale, food and travel features.
Wine & Spirits magazine, a five-times James Beard Award winner for excellence in wine writing, evaluates more than
12,000 wines each year. Packed with buying advice, news on up-and-coming wine regions, and restaurant openings with compelling
wine lists, Wine & Spirits is the magazine for people who think about wine.
Wine Anorak One of the most complete resources on the web, with features, tasting notes, advice on where to buy wine, wine and food
matching guidance and tips on wine travel.
Wine Business News and information for wine industry professionals.
Wine Enthusiast 13 issues per year Wine Enthusiast magazine is written for novice and expert
wine enthusiasts. Each issue of Wine Enthusiast magazine features ratings and reviews of new wines and spirits, a buyer's
guide and advice on dining and travel. wine regions, news, tasting notes, cellaring and serving suggestions, the interaction
of wine and spirits with food and travel.
Wine Lovers' Page Popular site for straight talk about wine tasting. Notes and advice on wines are backed by an online wine tasting tutorial,
wine FAQs, vintage charts, interactive discussions and more.
WineMaker 6 issues per year WineMaker helps you make world-class wine at home with hands-on
articles, expert tips and great recipes for all levels of home winemakers.
Wine Pages Comprehensive wine site by wine expert Tom Cannavan. Articles on winemaking, wine history, choosing wines, reading labels,
region overviews as well as forum, wine tastings, quizzes, competitions, more.
Wine Press Northwest Focusses on Washington, Oregon, British Columbia and Idaho wines.
Wine Skinny Online magazine offering information on wine, wine and food matching, wine events, and more.
Wine Spectator 15 issues per year America's largest-selling wine magazine. Wine Spectator magazine features fine
dinning, wineries, wine producers and all things wine including personality profiles from the wine industry too.
WineDoctor Chris Kissack's wine tasting notes, advice, and restaurant reviews.
Winestate Tasting notes, wine reviews and articles from Australian wine magazine.
Wine X Young adult lifestyle magazine with wine and other beverages grafted on to it.
World of Fine Wine 4 issues per year The World of Fine Wine takes wine journalism in
a new, more sophisticated direction. It is not a consumer magazine, but the first cultural journal of the wine world. It acknowledges
that wine-lovers have other interests too, and the same high standards in whatever they do.
BEER & BREWERY
Ale Street News America's beer newspaper featuring news, articles, brew pubs, beer tours and calendar.
All About Beer Magazine featues the history and variety of beer, including methods & traditions of beer making, and the political
& social environment that affects the pursuit of beer pleasure.
Beer Across America Find month's selected microbrew, newsletter and beer store.
Beer Advocate Beer advocacy community and magazine that promotes the craft beer industry through beer education, appreciation, beer
reviews, and guides to breweries, brewpubs, beers, bars, breaking news, forum, beer events and festivals.
Beer Travelers State-by-state guide to brewpubs, bars and restaurants.
Brew Your Own 8 issues per year. Brew Your Own magazine is written for home brewers of all skill levels.
Each issue of Brew Your Own magazine offers fun, practical tips, projects and recipes to help you make great beer at home.
Celebrator Beer News US newspaper providing beer features, regional news and beer reviews.
Find The Best Beer Compares beers from around the world by region, alcohol content, calories, color and serving temperature.
Modern Brewery Age Leading magazine of the beer business and the only audited publication covering the beer market. Offers practical articles
on how to sell, market and distribute beer in today's changing market.
Realbeer.com Comprehensive resource for the beer drinker and home brewer with over 150,000 pages of information about beer.
Cigar Aficionado Premier cigar magazine featuring searchable databases of cigar ratings, tasting notes, cigar friendly restaurants and
tobacconists around the world.
Cigar City Magazine explores Tampa's early years as a city of diverse cultures and the cigar capital of the world.
Cigar Diary Online database of cigar reviews and tasting notes.
Cigar Inspector Detailed cigar reviews, ratings and descriptions.
Cigar Life Onlne magazine featuring cigar news, new products, events calendar, humor, cigar bars, restaurants, and tobacconists worth
visiting.
Cigar Pass Large online cigar communitie, with membership worldwide. Members could trade cigars as well as meet up with one another
in their local home towns.
Cuban Cigars Reviews Complete guide to Cuban cigars. Includes thousands of user submitted reviews, history, smoking guide, and top rated cigards.
Dominican Cigar Review Dedicated to cigars produced in the Dominican Republic. Providing reviews, news and other information of what is happening
in the tobacco world.
The Facts Are smokers really hurting every stranger in the vicinity? Site provides the facts about second hand smoke.
Holysmoke Contains calendar of events, info on choosing and storing cigars, profiles of cigar manufacturers, cigar reviews, cigar
friendly establishments, more.
In Defense of Smokers Book by Lauren A. Colby "shows that the case against tobacco, cigarette and cigar smokers is based upon lies and propaganda".
Pipes and Tobacco Magazine dedicated to the celebration of pipe collecting, tobacco, and all things related to the hobby of pipe smoking.
Smoke Magazine Lifestyle magazine for the cigar and pipe enthusiast. Features searchable cigar reviews database, cigar stories and a
forum.
SmokeShop Magazine for tobacco retailing industry.
Stogie Guys Provides daily cigar news, reviews, and commentary.
Tobacco Reporter Cigarettes and tobacco magazine for global tobacco industry including leaf, filters, cigarette papers, machinery, cigars,
supplies and legislation.
The Big Bear bald eagles, Jackie and Shadow, have been nesting in Big Bear Valley since 2013, This is the first time
in three years that they have successfully hatched eaglets. In 2019, they had two chicks; and in 2022, they had one. This
year they had three eaglets, but one of the three eaglets that hatched in early March did not survive a storm. It passed
away on March 13, 2025.
NAMING CONTEST
The "Friends of Big Bear Valley" (FOBBV) are hosting a naming contest for the two surviving eaglets.
The Friends are inviting the public to submit name suggestions until March 28, 2025.
The FOBBV is asking for gender-neutral name suggestions and is accepting donations of $5 for one entry, $10 for three entries,
or $25 for 10 entries. The final names will be chosen by Big Bear Valley elementary school students in 3rd, 4th, and 5th
grades. The winners will be announced on April 1, 2025.
EAGLE CAM
The FOBBV operates a 24/7 live webcam of Jackie and Shadow's nest, which has drawn thousands of viewers worldwide.
The organization relies on donations to maintain the livestream, which is free from advertisements. Donations are appreciated!
The Bald Eagle is a large, powerful bird that has been the national symbol of the United States since 1782. It is a member
of the Accipitridae family and is found near large bodies of water throughout North America. Here are some key facts about
the Bald Eagle:
EAGLE BEHAVIOR & HABITAT
SIZE: 3 feet in length, 6-7 feet in wingspan, and 10-14 pounds in weight.
HABITAT: Found near large bodies of water, such as lakes, rivers, and coastlines.
DIET: Primarily feeds on fish, but also eats other small animals and carrion.
CONSERVATION STATUS: Listed as a species of Low Concern, but was once endangered due to habitat destruction, hunting, and
pesticide use.
INTERESTING BEHAVIORS
Bald Eagles are known for their impressive eyesight, which allows them to spot fish up to a
mile away. They are also skilled thieves, and have been known to steal food from other birds.
NESTING: Bald Eagles build large nests, called eyries, which can weigh up to 2,000 pounds and measure 10 feet wide and 6 feet
deep. These nests are often used for many years and may be added to over time.
MATING: Bald Eagles form long-term monogamous relationships, with some pairs staying together for up to 20 years.
BREEDING: Bald Eagles typically breed between March and May, with the female laying 1-4 eggs per clutch.
HUNTING: Bald Eagles are skilled hunters, using their sharp talons and strong wings to swoop down on their prey. They can
also steal food from other birds, such as osprey and hawks.
MIGRATION: While some Bald Eagles are migratory, others are resident birds that stay in their year-round territories.
Some Bald Eagles migrate from Canada and Alaska to the contiguous United States each winter, while others remain in their
year-round territories. Those that migrate typically travel in large groups, often with other species such as osprey and hawks.
HUNTING TECHNIQUES: Bald Eagles are skilled hunters, using a variety of techniques to catch their prey. Some of their methods
include:
DIVING: Bald Eagles will swoop down from high altitudes, using their sharp talons to snatch fish right out of the water.
PERCHING: Bald Eagles will perch above a body of water, scanning for fish and other prey below.
STEALING: Bald Eagles will steal food from other birds, such as osprey and hawks.
PREY: Bald Eagles primarily feed on fish, but will also eat other small animals such as; rabbits, squirrels, mice, and
carrion.
The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and The Migratory Bird Treaty Act Overview
The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA) and The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) are two federal laws of the United
States that protect birds, including eagles. Here's a brief overview of each act:
BALD EAGLE CONSERVATION STATUS
The Bald Eagle is no longer considered an endangered species in the United States. In 2007, the federal government removed
the Bald Eagle from its endangered species list, and in 2024, New Jersey removed the Bald Eagle from its endangered species
list, citing a remarkable comeback for the species.
Regardless, the Bald Eagle's status remains of "special concern" in New Jersey, and the species is still protected under The
Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Additionally, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has
proposed listing three subspecies of the Bald Eagle as endangered and two species as threatened under The Endangered Species
Act.
It's worth noting that while the Bald Eagle is no longer considered endangered, conservation efforts are still necessary to
protect the species and its habitats. Ongoing monitoring, habitat preservation, and public education are key to ensuring the
species' continued success.
THE PROTECION LAWS: Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA):
was enacted in 1940 to protect Bald Eagles and Golden Eagles
The Law prohibits the taking, possession, sale, purchase, barter, transportation, and exportation of bald and golden eagles,
including their parts, nests, and eggs
The Law allows for certain exceptions, such as: •
Permits for scientific research, education, and conservation
• Permits for Native American tribes for cultural and spiritual purposes • Permits for the use of eagle parts
in traditional crafts and ceremonies
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA):
was enacted in 1918 to implement international treaties with Canada, Mexico, and Japan to protect migratory birds
The Law prohibits the taking, possession, sale, purchase, barter, transportation, and exportation of migratory birds, including
their parts, nests, and eggs
Covers over 800 species of birds, including waterfowl, songbirds, raptors, and game birds
The Law allows for certain exceptions, such as: • Permits for hunting and trapping under specific regulations •
Permits for scientific research, education, and conservation • Permits for the use of bird parts in traditional crafts
and ceremonies
KEY PROVISIONS & PENALTIES
Both acts have similar provisions and penalties for violating the laws. Some key points include:
Penalties: Up to $100,000 in fines and/or up to one year in prison for individuals, and up to $200,000 in fines for organizations
Permits: Required for activities such as hunting, trapping, and possession of bird parts
Reporting: Required for the sale, purchase, and transportation of bird parts
Import and Export: Prohibited without a permit from the US Fish and Wildlife Service
Sottile Park Online Worldwide (SPOW) is a virtual cybercast park, offering users the ability to explore various locations
around the world through established web links. The cyber portal is named after Anthony W. Sottile, civic leader & family
man from The Heart of The Berkshires of New England. Virtually located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, SPOW! allows users to
"travel around the world in one day" or "visit the world in 80 seconds." The website provides media links, add-ons, and promotional
tools for users to enhance their knowledge and experience, online.
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