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How Bartenders Around the US Are Using Fermentation in Cocktails
By Christopher Osburn
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The Coolest Places to Watch the World Cup Around the Globe

A pool house in Austin inspired me to spend way too much time looking into this.

By Lanny Fuller
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On Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, 20 Years Later

And how horror went from critically hated to the latest Cannes "it" genre.

By Andy Crump
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

By Cool Material
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Spring Upgrade: The New Gear We’re Excited About This Spring/Summer

While 2020 was a slow, aching crawl forward, 2021 is a rapid sprint. (How is it June already?) And as we quickly approach the start of summer, one thing is clear. Some of the year's best gear releases have already happened. From the latest in tech, fashion, EDC, and more,…

By John A. Paradiso
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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2021: Tech

If you're looking for a gift for the tech-savvy dad in your life, you've come to the right place. We put together a list of the best tech gifts for dads in 2021. From the latest in home audio to vintage tech that'll give a boost of nostalgia, there's something…

By John A. Paradiso
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50 Under $50: Father’s Day Gift Guide 2021

Father’s Day is fast approaching and dad deserves the best on this special day. There’s nothing wrong with a homemade breakfast and his favorite cup of coffee. But if you’re looking to go the extra mile, we’ve got you covered. We put together 50 of our favorite gifts for dad…

By John A. Paradiso
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Entertainment
Essential Vinyl: 30 Albums Every Record Collector Must Own

Although streaming reigns supreme in the music world, the physical medium has returned with a vengeance. Vinyl record sales have been at an all-time high since the advent of the streaming age. And everyone from your younger cousin to your cool neighbor probably has, at the very least, a modest…

By John A. Paradiso
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The Tools You Need To Upgrade Your Grill in 2021

The grilling season has officially kicked off, and there's no better time to prep for its full summer swing by arming yourself with some of the best grill tools and BBQ sets the web has to offer. Pulling from the gear used in your kitchen just won't suffice. Those tools…

By Amos Kwon
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