tequila

With May 5 just days away, here’s an infographic from the Distilled Spirits Council that breaks down some interesting facts and figures about tequila. 

It’s hard to compete with Mexico City for great food and drink, and no one would hazard to say that Guadalajara does. But the second-biggest city in Mexico is not to be overlooked. Not only is it the departure point for tequila country, but Guadalajara has a gritty edge to it that attracts both visitors and displaced creative types from the capital. Here are 10 reasons, photos included, to eat and drink there now.

Ever heard of high-fructose agave nectar? That's cause it doesn't exist — agave nectar broke out on the food trend scene several years ago as a natural alternative to processed sweeteners and it's plenty fructose-ey on its own. Plus, it comes from the same place as our beloved tequila. Here's how agave nectar differs from its margarita-loving cousin.