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Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
Lifestyle
Inside the “World’s Fair of Footwear,” Where Shoemaking Gets Obsessive
By Andy Vasoyan
Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine
Lifestyle
Shop the Big Screen: The ’70s Spy Style of Wild Horse Nine

The Tie Bar teamed up with Searchlight Pictures on a capsule collection that brings the retro wardrobe into the real world.

By Beau Hayhoe
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip
Lifestyle
Wisconsin Is Making a Strong Case for Your 2027 Golf Trip

Kohler is doubling down on its reputation as a world-class golf destination with a new course, new places to stay, and even more reasons to visit.

By Cool Material
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
Lifestyle
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Come for the mountains, ocean, and adventure. Stay for the martinis, massages, and freshly cleaned sunglasses.

By Lanny Fuller
Drinks
The Kettle Thermo Jug Keeps Your Coffee Hot For Hours

We're not the only people who make a pot of coffee for one, right? A single cup isn't going to cut it and multiple trips to the kitchen are annoying. The issue is, that pot of coffee gets cold, or at least lukewarm, before we even get close to finishing…

By Mike Newman
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Food
Whiskey Soaked Campfire Jerky

Sorry Strawberry Gushers, but we've found a new perfect snack. Whiskey Soaked Campfire Jerky just happens to combine a slew of our favorite things into one delicious, mouthwatering treat. The folks behind the jerky soak the beef overnight in Bulleit Bourbon (approve) and then slow smoke it with Texas pecan…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
The James Bond Remote Controlled Stunt Car

Just like Bond wouldn't be satisfied with the same old, ho-hum gadgets, you shouldn't be playing with a remote controlled car that just goes forward and backwards. The James Bond Remote Controlled Stunt Car is a miniature take on an Aston Martin DBS V12 that not only performs your run-of-the-mill…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Bacon 24/7

Hipsters everywhere are slowly abandoning bacon because of its ubiquitous popularity. Which is fine because that means more delicious slabs for us. If you've got a lifetime ticket on the bacon bandwagon, may we suggest Bacon 24/7 as your next read. The 172-page book is packed with greasy goodness. It…

By Mike Newman
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Transportation
Toyota FT-1 Concept

Well, Toyota has officially blown everyone’s minds at the 2014 North American Auto Show. Hailed as the future of Toyota, the FT-1 Concept simply left us in awe. Jaw on the floor awe. Now we won’t call it a Supra, but we sure as hell hope it is. I mean,…

By Kevin McCauley
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