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Lifestyle

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

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Lifestyle
The Classics, Minus the Booze
By Christopher Osburn
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Lifestyle
The Great Winter Escape

Unexpected winter destinations to visit around the globe.

By Hayley Domin
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Lifestyle
The Bucket List of Remote Places to Kayak

Here's your guide to the coolest places to kayak.

By Brandon Withrow
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Lifestyle
A Better Way to Spend a Winter Night In

Welcome to the great indoors. Here's how to hunker down properly with you favorite winter albums.

By Beau Hayhoe
Food
Cin-Gerbread Toast Crunch House Kit

Spice up your holiday traditions with Cinnamon Toast Crunch's bold entry into the world of festive cookies – the Cin-Gerbread House Kit. For those who crave a unique blend of creativity and cereal love, this DIY masterpiece comes complete with everything you need to construct a whimsically delicious gingerbread house.…

By John A. Paradiso
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The 6 Kitchen Knife Types Every Home Needs

A good set of kitchen knives is an essential tool in every home cook's arsenal. It's the difference between a smooth, effortless cut and a frustrating, dangerous struggle. But with so many different types of knives out there, it can be overwhelming to know which ones you actually need –…

By Cool Material
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5 Caribbean Rums To Bring a Taste of the Islands To Your Bar Cart

The right Caribbean rum is often the perfect answer for anyone pining for a tropical escape any time of year. And you don't always have to jump on the next flight to an island to find it and enjoy a cocktail or nice neat pour of a quality spirit (though…

By Kaitlyn Rosati
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Entertainment
The Dude’s ‘Big Lebowski’ Bathrobe Is Up For Auction

Dude, mark your calendars! In celebration of The Big Lebowski's 25th anniversary, Julian's Auctions and Turner Classic Movies are unloading over 250 items from the iconic film's set. From Jeff Bridges' laid-back T-shirt and signature bathrobe to his Dude-worthy sunglasses, you can finally channel your inner "Dude" without breaking a…

By John A. Paradiso
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10 Stouts To Prepare For The Cold Days To Come

Whether you want to hear it or not, winter is on the way. And while we still enjoy lighter beers like IPAs, pilsners, and wheat beers from time to time, winter is the season of darker, maltier beers. Specifically, stouts. Dark (and sometimes pitch black) in appearance and loaded with…

By Christopher Osburn
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