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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
Transportation
Gemballa GT Spider

If there is one thing we learned from our fathers, it’s this: If it ain’t broke, don’t fuck with it. Words to live by. That aside, we were pleasantly surprised with what Germany’s Gemballa did with the McLaren 12C Spider. For those un-familiar, Gemballa has long been a tuner largely…

By Kevin McCauley
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Entertainment
The Hot Sauce Cookbook

If you feel Sriracha goes best on, well, ANYTHING EDIBLE, you've got to pick up The Hot Sauce Cookbook. The heat lovers guide showcases dozens of recipes for homemade pepper sauces and salsas even allowing you to replicate classic brands like Frank's RedHot, Sriracha, and more. The book also features…

By Mike Newman
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Drinks
Icon Whiskey Stones

You probably already know the benefits of using whiskey stones instead of ice in your drink. Basically, they cool your drink without watering it down so you get all the flavor you expect at a bit more pleasant temperature. With these Icon Whiskey Stones, you can add a bit more…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Office Weapons

Don't fool yourself, while you're sitting at your desk, your coworkers are planning your demise. They might be all smiles and shit when they see you, but they'll throw you under the bus faster than you can say, "TPS Report." So, it's time to gear up for warfare with Office…

By Mike Newman
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Entertainment
Kanye West – Yeezus

Love him or hate him, Kanye makes you talk. If you've been waiting since My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy for some new music from Kanye, hear you go. He performed two tracks off of his upcoming album Yeezus (June 18) on Saturday Night Live this past weekend. The album, which…

By Mike Newman
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