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Lifestyle

Inspiration for elevated living: the best in food, drinks, home, travel, health, entertainment & more.

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The Classics, Minus the Booze
By Christopher Osburn
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The Great Winter Escape

Unexpected winter destinations to visit around the globe.

By Hayley Domin
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The Bucket List of Remote Places to Kayak

Here's your guide to the coolest places to kayak.

By Brandon Withrow
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Lifestyle
A Better Way to Spend a Winter Night In

Welcome to the great indoors. Here's how to hunker down properly with you favorite winter albums.

By Beau Hayhoe
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The 5 Best Stovetop Coffee Makers For a Classic Cup of Joe

Are you tired of the same old coffee routine and looking for a way to shake things up? A stovetop coffee maker might just be what you need. With its classic design and simple process, it's no wonder that stovetop coffee makers are a favorite among dedicated coffee snobs –…

By Cool Material
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Why I Collect Hot Sauces, Not Postcards, From Everywhere I Travel

Some people collect keychains when they travel. Some collect postcards. I collect hot sauces. It was around 7 am in Caye Caulker, Belize. Without a soul in sight, I had the entire beach to myself. That was, until two dogs joined me to frolic in the deep blue Caribbean Sea.…

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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The 6 Best Coffee Grinders For the Perfect Grounds Every Time

Nothing beats the aroma of freshly brewed coffee in the morning. But did you know that your coffee grinder plays a significant role in how your coffee tastes? Ground size, consistency, and quality all impact the taste of your brew. If you're looking for perfect grounds every time, it's time…

By Cool Material
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The 2023 Goose Island Bourbon County Stout For Each Type of Stout Lover

For many people around the United States, Black Friday means deals, deals, and more deals. For a large swath of beer lovers, the day after Thanksgiving means Goose Island’s annual Bourbon County Stout (BCS) release day has finally arrived. A little background: The series started in 1992 to celebrate Goose…

By Nickolaus Hines
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Test Driving Unbridled Power: The 2023 BMW XM Redefines the Family Car With 644 Horsepower

BMW has made numerous M cars since 1971, but none of them have been fully developed and built by BMW Motorsport GmbH, the brand's subsidiary that focuses on high-performance vehicles. The exception, of course, was for legendary M1 in 1978. The M1 was also the first BMW with a mid-mounted…

By Amos Kwon
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