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Lifestyle

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

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Lifestyle
Why Sweet and Spicy Cocktails Are Trending and How to Make Them
By Christopher Osburn
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Lifestyle
The Most Unhinged Frankenstein Movies You’ve Never Seen

A new indie horror standout (and a not-so-great studio effort) sent us down the rabbit hole of Frankenstein films that get truly, gloriously strange.

By Andy Crump
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Lifestyle
What It’s Like to Mush Your Own Dog Team Through Alaska

Experiencing Alaska by dog was truly magical.

By Brandon Withrow
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Lifestyle
Jim Beam’s Small-Batch Booker’s Bourbon Is A Must-Buy in 2026

The first Booker’s release of the year is inspired by none other than the Big Easy, one of Booker Noe’s favorite cities

By Beau Hayhoe
Travel
We Love These Hidden-Gem Breweries in Upstate New York

Whether you're taking a weekend out of the city or exploring for a longer stretch, there are plenty of enticing options to quench your thirst.

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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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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Travel
Where to Sip and Stay in France’s Champagne Region

Located roughly 90 miles northeast of Paris, Reims is the largest city in the region and a fantastic home base to explore the region.

By Rachel King
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Travel
Feast Like a King at These Can’t-Miss NYC Steakhouses

New York’s historic steakhouses are American treasures, and the very best range from time-worn institutions to new standouts.

By Johnny Motley
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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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