Kat Thompson

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Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

There is nothing better for cooling off in the summer than an ice-based dessert.

Why Fluffy Shaved Ice Is the Best Shaved Ice

Pantry Goals

From the best recommendations at Trader Joe's and Aldi to our favorite products at global markets, these stories provide you with all the inspiration you need for your next grocery trip.

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Trader Joe’s is the only supermarket where it’s just as easy to fill your cart with purple ice cream as it is jarred curry sauces.

The New Trader Joe’s Products You Need in Your Life

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Jake Pauwels started his TikTok account in March to post Dungeons & Dragons content, after agreeing to take over as Dungeon Master among his group of friends.

How This Dungeons & Dragons TikToker Became a Sandwich Star

Weekend Project

We share a recipe from an expert and allow them to share the best tips and tricks for a home cook or bartender to get it done.

Weekend Project: Home Cooking and Cocktails Made Easy

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Scotty Scott’s palate was formed in childhood.

This Alabama White Sauce Will Be Your New Cookout Staple

Summer Grilling

Thrillist is partnering with Smirnoff to show you how to level up your grilling game this summer, from fire pits and grills to all the best cookout foods and recipes.

Summer Grilling: Ultimate Cookout Guide and Recipes

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My favorite pizza places are the ones where you can spot the oven in the back.

How Pizza Ovens Became the New Backyard Staple

Weed

Everything You Need to Know About Legal Weed, Smoking, Edibles, CBD and More

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Sundae School is a cannabis business, a fashion label worn by the likes of John Legend and Barbara Palvin, and also—according to their Instagram page—a “higher education institution” (yes, pun intended).

Weed-Infused Mochi Gummies Might Be Our New Favorite Summer Edible

Being a dad is a tough gig and the ties and cufflinks are no longer going to cut it as an appropriate Father’s Day gift to truly showcase gratitude.

The Perfect Father’s Day Gifts, According to Dads in the Restaurant Industry

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Although it’s not officially summer yet, you wouldn’t know that at Trader Joe’s, where seasonal favorites and new sunny items have been steadily rolling out.

The Best Summer Snacks to Buy at Trader Joe’s This Season

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Paletas Are the Mexican Popsicles Every Freezer Needs

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This Chef's Secret Weapon Is Cooking with What He Has

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Hawaiian food and Hawaii food are not the same thing.

Sheldon Simeon Defines Hawaii Food on His Own Terms

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Grace Choi always knew she wanted to start a brand that celebrated her heritage as Korean American—she just thought it’d be a K-beauty line or something to do with skincare.

Kat Thompson’s Recent Articles

Why Fluffy Shaved Ice Is the Best Shaved Ice

Forget icy snow cones and opt for bing-su, kakigōri, or Taiwanese shaved snow.

The New Trader Joe’s Products You Need in Your Life

Birria, dill pickle falafel, ube spread, and more.

How This Dungeons & Dragons TikToker Became a Sandwich Star

Jake Pauwels pairs D&D dice with sandwich ingredients for a show that is chaotic fun.

This Alabama White Sauce Will Be Your New Cookout Staple

The recipe, from soul food chef Scotty Scott, is perfect for a Father’s Day feast.

How Pizza Ovens Became the New Backyard Staple

DIY pizza night just got so much more exciting.

Weed-Infused Mochi Gummies Might Be Our New Favorite Summer Edible

Sundae School's edibles come in flavors like lychee dragon fruit, brown sugar boba milk tea, and sour yuzu.

The Perfect Father’s Day Gifts, According to Dads in the Restaurant Industry

Consider coffee accessories, a Grateful Dead apron, and a quality bread knife.

The Best Summer Snacks to Buy at Trader Joe’s This Season

Strawberry lemonade Joe-Joe’s and cookout favorites are on our grocery list.

Paletas Are the Mexican Popsicles Every Freezer Needs

Flavors range from tamarind, to spicy chile mango, to cinnamon filled with goat’s milk caramel.

This Chef's Secret Weapon Is Cooking with What He Has

Chef Kris Yenbamroong of Night + Market shares his tips on how to get creative with cooking substitutions.

Sheldon Simeon Defines Hawaii Food on His Own Terms

The ‘Top Chef’ alum shares a recipe for chicken hekka.

Canned Soju Cocktails Are Bringing Korean Flavors Out of the Bottle

These three soju CEOs are reimagining what the distilled rice beverage can be.