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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
Entertainment
The World’s Highest Paid DJs

It's been said that DJs are the new rockstars. Even if you don't agree with that, you can't argue with the kind of superstar money they're pulling in. Forbes just put together the list of the highest paid DJs of the last year (June 1, 2012 through June 1, 2013) and it's…

By Mike Newman
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Drinks
Pour Mason – Pour Over Coffee Attachment for Mason Jars

While they used to just be used by moonshiners and old ladies pickling vegetables, Mason Jars are enjoying their hipster moment as we speak. If you're on board with the readily available jars and are looking to add some additional functionality to yours, check out this spiffy pour over coffee…

By Mike Newman
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Drinks
Wild Turkey Forgiven

There is such a thing as a happy accident. Not every mistake ends up being bad, and in the case of new Wild Turkey Forgiven, it actually ended up being awesome. The soon to be released liquor is a combination of bourbon and rye whiskey that came about because the…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Serious Barbecue

Many cookbooks touch on the topic of barbecue. Usually they toss you a few recipes that require the use of a grill and then you're just supposed to have at it. If you're serious about barbecue, you need Serious Barbecue. The book, from chef Adam Perry Lang, delves deep into…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Other Biz Bios Every Guy Should See

We're not sure whether the new "Jobs" movie that comes out this weekend will be any good or not, but if it happens to be a bomb, it won't be for lack of a story. The eccentricities and talents of Steve Jobs have been discussed ad nauseum. That said, the…

By Mike Newman
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