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Lifestyle

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

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Lifestyle
How to Serve Great Cocktails Without Missing Your Own Party
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A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital
Lifestyle
A Haunted Road Trip: Ghosts, Cocktails, and a Very Creepy Hospital

From dilapidated hospitals to disapproving librarians in a bar, I took a haunted Eastern Washington road trip.

By Brandon Withrow
2026 Ford Bronco Outer Banks is More Civilized, But No Less Capable 2026 Ford Bronco Outer Banks is More Civilized, But No Less Capable
Lifestyle
2026 Ford Bronco Outer Banks is More Civilized, But No Less Capable

The Outer Banks brings commuting comfort to Ford’s off-road icon without sanding away its personality.

By Amos Kwon
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Lifestyle
A Better Way to Bring the Shade

Shibumi Reinvented Beach Shade. Now It’s Coming for the Pop-Up Tent.

By Cool Material
Drinks
Think You Know Cognac? You Need to Try These Three Bottles

The biggest names in Cognac need no introduction. These three brands bring something different to the spirit category in the best ways.

By Nickolaus Hines
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Transportation
Porsche Debuts 2025 911 GTS T-Hybrid Model

This is Porsche's first hybrid 911 ever.

By John A. Paradiso
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Drinks
How Filmland Spirits Uses B-Movies to Add Whimsy to American Whiskey

Filmland Spirits brings a bit of fun to the mostly staid world of American whiskey with ryes and bourbons modeled after pulpy movies.

By Nickolaus Hines
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Lifestyle
Work, Play, Repeat: Win a Trip to the City That Has It All

Enter for your chance to win a 2-night stay at the St. Regis Toronto, a flight to/from Toronto on Air Canada, a gift certificate valued at $1,000 from Carl Friedrik, and $500 cash to spend during your time in the city. Terms and conditions apply.

By Cool Material
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Drinks
The Best Smoky Mezcals Under $100 That Belong in Your Home Bar

Not all mezcals are smoky, but there are some great affordable options if you're looking for an agave spirit with a hint of campfire.

By Christopher Osburn
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