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Daniel Duane - who has written 65 posts on Men’s Journal.


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Iron Todd Palin

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

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Iron Todd Palin

Last time you saw Todd Palin he was standing quietly by his woman on the campaign trail. Now meet him on his own terms, as an outdoorsman who competes in one of the toughest races on Earth.

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Great Buys on Unconventional Red Wines

Friday, April 24, 2009

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Great Buys on Unconventional Red Wines

A cratering 401(k) has a way of shifting a wine lover’s focus away from the big-ticket marquee wines to the joy of the hunt. With value in mind, here are four off-the-beaten-path reds you should try.

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The Most Underrated Cut of Beef

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

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The Most Underrated Cut of Beef

Full of flavor and juice, prime rib deserves another look.

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Iron Todd Palin

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

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Iron Todd Palin

Last time you saw Todd Palin he was standing quietly, uncomfortably by his woman on the campaign trail, as she got alternately pilloried and praised. Now meet him on his own terms, as a blue-collar outdoorsman who competes in one of the toughest races on Earth.

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Lamb: The Other Red Meat

Monday, March 30, 2009

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Lamb: The Other Red Meat

Lamb, at its most tender during the spring months, is leaner than beef and just as versatile. We spoke with three chefs, who shared their favorite cuts of lamb and the best way to prepare each.

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Endangered Alaska

Friday, March 6, 2009

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Endangered Alaska

A gold and copper strike bigger than the Klondike is setting up America’s toughest environmental battle since the 1950s. Daniel Duane goes deep into the Alaskan wilderness to see what’s at stake.

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Port Decoded

Monday, March 2, 2009

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Port Decoded

With a few terms defined, it’s easy to make sense of the quintessential winter wine.

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The Steve Jobs Of Meat

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

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The Steve Jobs Of Meat

Forced out of his namesake company, Bill Niman sets his sights on the next new protein.

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Champagne For Any Budget

Saturday, December 13, 2008

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Champagne For Any Budget

No need to overspend for your next celebration. Spain, Italy, and even the U.S. now produce sparkling wines that are just as good as — and a lot cheaper than — fine French champagne.

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Best of 2008: A Meat Manifesto

Monday, December 8, 2008

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Best of 2008: A Meat Manifesto

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall leaves his cottage in the English countryside to teach us Yanks the art of eating the “whole beast.”

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Best of 2008: Max Out On Maui

Monday, December 8, 2008

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Best of 2008: Max Out On Maui

The best luxe playground.

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The Great Las Vegas Steak Project

Monday, November 24, 2008

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The Great Las Vegas Steak Project

37 hours. 9 meals. 21 pounds of beef. Putting his cholesterol count on the line, Daniel Duane embarks on a gluttonous quest to discover the future of steak.

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The Cookbooks Every Man Should Own

Friday, November 21, 2008

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The Cookbooks Every Man Should Own

Even the most confident chef needs to do a bit of homework. Lean on these five books to hone your skills.

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High Altitude Wines

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

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High Altitude Wines

Mountaintop vineyards yield complex, full-bodied reds.

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The Wine Explorer: Merlot is Back

Sunday, October 12, 2008

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The Wine Explorer: Merlot is Back

For years, overdone merlot has been too embarrassing to order. But now vineyards are turning out great-value bottles you just can’t miss.

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