Amanda Gabriele

Amanda Gabriele is InsideHook’s Senior Editor and has been writing about everything from booze and food to travel and style for 15 years. She’s written for Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, Eater, Gear Patrol, New York Magazine, Michelin Guide, Hilton Hotels & Resorts and Ralph Lauren. Amanda loves to mix Martinis, collect cookbooks, travel anywhere and everywhere, and hang with her goldendoodle, Spaghetti. You can follow her adventures on Instagram @amandameatballs.

All Articles From Amanda Gabriele

The Best Texas Whiskeys, According to Texas Bartenders

The Lone Star State is making some really good stuff, and these pros agree

The Drinking Culture of Japan

From a 2,000-year-old sake tradition to one of the best cocktail scenes in the world, Japan is one of our favorite places to imbibe

Where to Eat and Drink in Cleveland Right Now

Here’s where to get your culinary fix

A Hotel We Love: The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

This charming New Orleans property is also home to one of the best restaurants in the city

Don’t Throw Away Those Tomato Leaves

This very underutilized green has a place in your kitchen

The Best Wines to Pair With Breakfast, According to Sommeliers

No need to wait until noon to pop that bottle of vino

A Hotel We Love: Octant Douro

This tranquil Portuguese escape meshes luxurious accommodations with local flavor

In Defense of History’s Greatest Bar Snack: The Hard-Boiled Egg

Whether plain or pickled, these beauts have been part of bar culture going back centuries

Terra Madre Americas Is the Most Exciting Culinary Event of 2025

Taking place in Sacramento, California, this three-day food festival is bringing the Slow Food movement stateside

Three Delicious Ways to Fat-Wash Whiskey

A simple technique that results in big, bold flavors

18 Chefs on the Splurgy Pantry Ingredients They Swear By

These elevated culinary staples aren’t cheap, but they’re worth every penny

8 Cask-Strength Bourbons to Try Right Now

If you’re looking for a high-proof whiskey, you’ve come to the right place

A Hotel We Love: Half Moon

This Montego Bay, Jamaica resort offers art, history, beautiful beaches and one of the best spas ever