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Lifestyle

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

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Lifestyle
My 24-Hour Reset at Raffles Boston
By Hayley Domin
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Lifestyle
History In Every Sip: This Whiskey Pays Tribute to the Legacy of the Harlem Hellfighters

An exclusive new release from Old Hillside Bourbon for Black History Month.

By Beau Hayhoe
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Lifestyle
The No-Shame Adult Guide to Instant Noodles

The best instant noodles for upgrading your pantry without abandoning nostalgia.

By Brett Braley
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Lifestyle
The Men’s Only Wellness Retreats You Won’t Find on Google

Once dismissed as woo-woo, men’s wellness retreats are becoming a legitimate answer to stress, isolation, and burnout.

By Lola Méndez
Travel
The Best NYC Hotels for Foodies, Remote Workers, and View Chasers

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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Drinks
A Brewer Explains Why You Should Appreciate Sour Beers More

Brewers have largely turned to affordable RTDs to match current tastes. Fruited sours from the likes of Side Project Brewing are the better option.

By Andy Crump
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Drinks
The 9 Best Flavored Whiskeys to Drink Right Now

Flavored whiskeys get a bad rap. But if you know where to look, there are some sip-worthy gems out there.

By Christopher Osburn
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Travel
7 Hotels Worth Planning a Trip Around: The Labor Day Getaway

Labor Day is approaching faster than you think. These are the best hotel deals for a last-minute getaway.

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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Outdoors
Tested: The Lectric XPress 750 Is a Near-Perfect Commuter E-Bike

When it comes to electric commuter e-bikes, it doesn't get much better for the money than the Lectric XPress 750.

By Tim Wenger
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