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Lifestyle

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

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Lifestyle
On Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth, 20 Years Later
By Andy Crump
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Lifestyle
The Rise of Prediction Culture

From sports to pop culture, Polymarket is changing how we engage with what happens next.

By Cool Material
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Lifestyle
Italy From Home

How to stock your pantry, fridge, and bar cart like an Italian.

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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Lifestyle
Why Does Every Skincare Influencer Look Like a Stormtrooper?

A man's guide to red-light therapy masks, the anti-aging gadget taking over the internet.

By Brett Braley
Drinks
Sip or Guzzle the Best New Whiskeys of 2025 (So Far)

There are noteworthy whiskey releases happening each and every week. Here are some of our recent faves.

By Christopher Osburn
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Entertainment
32 Years Later, Stallone’s Bombastic Cult Classic Still Holds Up

Widely panned on its debut, this 1993 popcorn flick serves up some sharp political critiques that are surprisingly accurate today.

By Andy Crump
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Garden
The Protein Bar All Other Protein Bars Wish They Could Be

Goes by the name David. And David Protein Bars are setting a new standard, offering more protein (28g) and fewer calories (150), than your typical protein bars. Oh. And 0g of sugar. Making David the most effective protein bar on the market.

By Cool Material
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Drinks
Cheers! These Delicious Gins Make Excellent G&Ts

The time is right to highlight the best spring cocktail of all time: the classic gin and tonic.

By Christopher Osburn
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Drinks
5 Iconic New Orleans Cocktails to Make Tonight

If you’re looking to mix up your cocktail repertoire, these southern classics are a fantastic place to start. 

By Brandon Withrow
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