Dmytro Kovalenko
Contributing Editor, Drinks
Dmytro Kovalenko brings a bartender's precision and a historian's curiosity to the world of drinks. After a decade spent behind the bars of some of the world's most acclaimed cocktail lounges, he put down his shaker to pick up a pen. His focus is on the stories behind the spirits, from the agricultural nuances of agave to the complex chemistry of barrel aging. His work has been featured in several international beverage journals, and his book on the revival of classic Eastern European liqueurs is considered a modern classic in the genre. At Munchies, he covers everything from the perfect martini to the latest trends in non-alcoholic spirits.
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A Coffee For Every Pot Initiative: Diverse Selections
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Heirloom Tomatoes: Understanding the Label and Market
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