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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
By Lanny Fuller
The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School
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The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School

Your syllabus for an adult-life reset in September.

By Lanny Fuller
Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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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
Asheville Has Range Asheville Has Range
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Asheville Has Range

Mountains and murals. Dive bars and the Biltmore. Airstreams and American single malt. Five days barely scratches the surface in one of America's most charming towns.

By Beau Hayhoe
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Upgrade Your Grilling Game With The Brooklyn Hot Dog Co.

Encased meats are the star of the grilling show, but they're not all created equal. Started in 2012 on a mission to redefine hot dogs, The Brooklyn Hot Dog Co. does things differently. All natural. No nitrates or nitrites added. Natural casing. No artificial ingredients or preservatives. Hormone and antibiotic…

By Pat McLaughlin
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The Best Beer to Drink This Summer, According to Our Favorite Brewers

The dog days of summer are nearly upon us. And, one of the most effective ways to beat the heat, has to be, in our humble opinion, with a crisp, cool beer. Sure you could mosey on down to your corner liquor store for whatever macro beer is sitting in…

By John A. Paradiso
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TRUFF Collaborates With Ben Baller On Limited-Edition Hot Sauce Drop

Exclusive sneakers, limited-edition clothing, and, now, premium condiments. Hot sauce has officially achieved hype status. Hot sauce brand TRUFF recently announced a brand new collaboration with musician, actor, and jeweler Ben Baller. The decadent truffle-infused hot sauce will be released exclusively via the e-commerce/video platform NTWRK at 7 PM EST…

By John A. Paradiso
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The 11 Best Hot Sauces You Need In Your Pantry Right Now

Long before Hot Ones turned hot sauce into a hypebeast collectible, this spicy, tangy condiment was an integral part of the kitchen. In fact, we’d argue your pantry isn’t fully stocked without at least one all-purpose hot sauce in your arsenal. From brightening your otherwise bland breakfast of eggs to…

By John A. Paradiso
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OddFellows Announces Line of Boozy, Cocktail-Inspired Ice Cream

There are times when a nightcap and a midnight snack feel just a bit too indulgent. Usually, you'd have to choose between that bitter, refreshing Negroni or a bowl of your favorite ice cream. But now you can have your cocktail and eat it too. Brooklyn-based ice cream company OddFellows…

By John A. Paradiso
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