What makes a martini a martini?

There are very few American inventions more American than the martini – a classic cocktail of gin and vermouth, garnished with lemon. But today, a martini's ingredients may be up for debate.

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Martini recipes from cocktail writer Robert Simonson

The author of "The Martini Cocktail: A Meditation on the World's Greatest Drink" offers "Sunday Morning" viewers two classic recipes.
Top stories - CBS News - November 22
Martini recipes from Temple Bar, New York City

Head bartender Samantha Casuga offers "Sunday Morning" viewers some classic cocktail recipes.
Top stories - CBS News - November 22
Rick Springfield and Richard Marx muse on hit songs, martinis, their meet-cute and psychedelics

The pair of '80s pop rock heartthrobs dish about their decades-old friendship before taking the stage together for three nights of acoustic concerts in SoCal.
Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 12
Cher: A Visual Dictionary

The things that make Cher Cher.
Lifestyle - The New York Times - 2 days ago
‘What a privilege … ’ trend catches on as gratitude makes social media comeback

Posts lauding anything from running in the rain to tiredness and a comfy bed are springing up on Instagram and TikTok. “What a privilege it is to run in the rain. What a privilege it is to have a ...
World - The Guardian - November 2
What to make of Iowa poll showing Kamala Harris with lead in the state

Some fairly shocking numbers came out over the weekend in the Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa poll that showed Kamala Harris leading Donald Trump in Iowa 47% to 44% among likely voters. CBS News ...
Top stories - CBS News - November 4
What makes a good leader? Being able to listen, say young people

Being relatable, having empathy and showing determination are some of the qualities younger generations look for in leaders.
Business - CNBC - November 22
Does a HELOC make sense with inflation rising again? What experts say

With inflation rising and HELOC interest rates variable, homeowners may be wondering about the value of acting now.
Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago
Tariffs sound simple — and that’s what makes them so fiendish

Donald Trump’s threat of 25% levies on Canada and Mexico is a hard one to hedge
World - Financial Times - 3 days ago
What makes walking so great for your health and what else you need to do

Health experts say walking is an easy way to improve physical and mental health, bolster fitness and prevent disease
Health - ABC News - November 14
Never mind what Rachel Reeves did long ago at the Bank of England: what claims do you make on your CV? | Emma Brockes

The chancellor is said to have ‘rounded up’ her years of service. But if she did plump up her working achievements a bit, who hasn’t?. There are lies, evasions and manipulations by politicians ...
World - The Guardian - November 21
Kamala Harris could make history as America’s first woman president: What do women think about it?

CNBC Make It spoke with women across the U.S. about the issues influencing their vote and the possibility of having the first-ever female president.
Business - CNBC - October 31
Willie Nelson on his new album, cannabis cookbook, Kris Kristofferson and what makes a good song

Willie Nelson, who is 91, will release “Last Leaf on the Tree" on Friday, his second studio album this year
Entertainment - ABC News - November 1
Willie Nelson Shares New Album, Cannabis Cookbook, and What Makes a Song a Hit

Legendary musician Willie Nelson released his 153rd album and has no plan to slow down.
Business - Inc. - November 1