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Starbucks is renowned for its caffeinated drinks, but it isn't above spiking its beverage menu here and there. The coffee giant is adding wine and beer at up to a dozen cafes in the Southern California and Atlanta markets.

The holidays are a time for nostalgia -- and stuffing your stomach to the brim. So why not combine the two by taking inventory of a typical Christmas dinner, from eggnog to fruitcake, and comparing today's prices -- and, in some instances, portions -- to those of yesteryear?

The country's troubled history with alcohol -- particularly Prohibition -- had a huge impact on what consumers expect from their alcoholic beverages. The bland, blended spirits that became popular after Prohibition ended are finally giving way to today's thirst for unique and locally made alcoholic beverages.

A new World Health Organization report finds excessive alcohol use results in 2.5 million deaths annually. That's more than those caused by HIV/AIDS, violence or tuberculosis. The study notes that alcohol is a far bigger danger than illegal drugs such as crack cocaine and heroin.

With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's time to start planning a romantic evening. A bottle of wine is a great addition to any date, but the cost of quality adds up. WalletPop found the best ways to score deals on wine for Valentine's Day. WineTasting.com is offering $75 worth of wine for $35...

Hospitality analysts say this season's year-end celebrations are more numerous and a bit more lavish than the past several years. Champagne is replacing sparkling wine, and better food is getting served. Signs, they say, of an economy on the mend.

If you live near a Bev Mo, the nickel wine sale is happening now. Buy one bottle of wine and get a second bottle of the same wine for a nickel. Not bad, huh? Not every single bottle is part of the sale, so make sure to ask if you're not sure. Online, there are 70 bottles eligible for the sale,...

Who wouldn't want to save both time and money? Often, however, one comes at the expense of the other. Convenience, for example, comes at a price. You'll pay dearly for the luxury of enjoying a candy bar from the minibar in your hotel room. Make the effort to walk out of the hotel and the price...

The locavore, or local food, movement is gaining momentum, driven in part by increasing awareness about the importance of quality food. Nationwide, small, local farms have tapped into a growing market by selling meat and produce to nearby consumers and choosy restaurant chefs.

I had the opportunity last weekend to attend a wine tasting, and afterward I toyed with the idea of doing as my hosts had, buying new vintages by the case and cellaring them myself. Unfortunately, I prefer French wines from the Bordeaux region, and I discovered that the new Chinese prosperity has...