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The Manual Awards: The Best of Austin, Texas

Here are the spots where we like to kick up our boots
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‘The World is Your Burger’ Book Review: A Meaty History

If you're among the burger obsessed, David Michaels' ode to the icon deserves a place on the shelf. 'The World is Your Burger' is the ultimate encyclopedia.
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3 Delicious Holiday Detox Recipes

If holiday eating and drinking is still weighing you down, we found three delicious detox recipes to help you kick of 2014 right.
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Micro Guide: A Long Weekend in The Berkshires

The Berkshires is a rural mountain region that has as much to discover in its towns as it does in its gorgeous scenery.
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Feasting: Handsome Brook Farm

What started as a B&B where Bryan and Betsy Babcock served delicious eggs from their chickens to guests has turned into a full-blown pasture-raised operation.
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Vacation Like a Local with Wonderful Italy

The Lifestyle Journal, a diary of slow living, presents Wonderful Italy, your guide to enjoying the country like a local.
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These Perry Ellis Prints are Kind of Perfect

Perry Ellis is one of those classic brands that never goes out of style. So when we saw the print perfect series, we jumped to have it in our closet.
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Micro Guide: 24 Hours in Palm Springs

If you only have one day in Palm Springs, these are the places you absolutely have to experience during your stay.
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Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select Whiskey

To celebrate Ol' Blue Eyes' 100th birthday next year, we are excited to announce the limited edition Jack Daniel's Sinatra Select whiskey.
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Save the World by Stepping Into Your Shower

For every bar of SoapBox Soap you buy, they give a bar to a child in need. CEO David Simnick talks about the company's initiatives and what's next for them.
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Cutty Sark x Generic Surplus Exclusive Sneakers

Generic Surplus teamed with Cutty Sark to design a sneaker with bartenders in mind. The result is a smart leather high-top that looks good and feels great.
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America’s Best Baseball Stadium Eats

Looking for the absolute best baseball stadium food in America? Check out our guide, and eat right at the games this summer.
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The Balvenie Just Released a Collection of Cool Stuff Made from Whisky Barrels

The Balvenie x Todd Snyder collection debuted this week and it includes some of the coolest fashion and home goods — all made with used whisky barrels — that we've seen this year.
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Emerge from the Masses, Shop The Cools

In a world where online shopping has become the norm, The Cools curates the best emerging designers by engaging a bright community of shoppers.
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Feasting: What’s Cooking at Meatopia Miami 2016

We asked four chefs what they're cooking at this year's Meatopia Miami & how they're inspired by the late, great founder of the fest, Josh Ozersky.
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CADET Menswear is All-American

We caught up with the men behind all-American brand CADET menswear to talk about their inspiration and what it's like to produce stateside.
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This Gin Wheel is Not Your Grandmother’s Lazy Susan

Perfect for honoring classic cocktails & home entertaining, the Bombay Sapphire EAST Gin Wheel is the perfect marriage of vintage & modern design.
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Luxuriating L.A. Style at the Andaz West Hollywood

We stayed at the Andaz West Hollywood, and it was one of the highlights of our L.A. vacation. Take a look inside and see for yourself.
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Feasting: Celebrating Marc Forgione’s 7th Birthday

We caught up with Marc Forgione to talk about the 7th birthday of his namesake spot and how he’s constantly innovating to keep it as fresh as day one.
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Interior Design is a Universal Lifestyle at Homepolish

We caught up with Noa Santos, the founder of HomePolish, to get some expert tips on how to make the most of your space.
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The Best Haircut for Your Face Shape

If you're looking to get the best haircut for your face shape, follow these simple rules from Kevin Baker of Fellow Barber to look your most handsome.
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Exploring the World of Chef Ben Ford and His Filling Station

Ford's Filling Station has been an L.A. restaurant staple for a decade. The restaurant may have a new home, but Chef Ben Ford's inventive gastropub fare is better yet.
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Marcus Samuelsson’s Bermuda Pop-Up

To preview his restaurant opening at The Fairmont Hamilton Princess in Bermuda in 2015, Marcus Samuelsson created a pop-up menu for the hotel this summer.
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Bespoke Brooklyn: 9 Artisans to Watch Right Now, Part 2

In what is likely NYC’s most diverse borough, there are people creating everywhere. We gave you Bespoke Brooklyn Part 1 last week, showcasing five local artisans who have started their companies with heart and soul at the base. And these four are just as incredible. Read on to be inspired. Horse Cycles Recommended Videos What […]
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Celebrate National Scotch Day with these Whisky Cocktails

We love a holiday that celebrates spirits, which is why we asked some of our favorite brands to send their best cocktail recipes for National Scotch Day.
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Discovering the New York Craft Spirits Boom

We take a look behind the scenes of Heather D. Dolland's new book to learn more about the New York craft spirits movement and the 30 distillers behind it.
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Interview with Chef Nick Anderer of Marta NYC

We caught up with Marta chef Nick Anderer and beer program expert Corey Gargiulo to talk Roman pizza, pairings and spring ingredient inspiration.
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Hip Hop Artist Ben Diamond Shows Us Around L.A.

UK hip hop artist Ben Diamond shows us around Los Angeles where he recorded his Nicholas "Aqua" McCarrell-produced album "The Black Diamond LP."
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Try Bonobos on for Size at the Crosby Street Guideshop

Bonobos opens its NYC flagship location on Crosby Street in SoHo.
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Get in the Spirit with Holiday Cocktails

Tis the season for partying! Because we love a festive beverage, we found the best holiday cocktails for every celebration this month.
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Feasting: Chef Kevin Chojnowski of Oleanders

Referencing fern bars of the 1970s and 80s, Oleanders in Brooklyn's McCarren Hotel & Pool has a vintage agenda with modern twists on food and cocktails.
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Imbibing “Bitters: A Spirited History of a Classic Cure-All”

We admit it, we’re totally spoiled when it comes to great cocktails. If you walk out your front door and into your favorite watering hole, chances are your neighborhood bartender can make you a fine drink, or at least we hope that’s the case. But cocktail culture hasn’t always been so accessible. It’s strange to […]
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Spirit Education at Moonshine University

Whether you're an experienced distiller or just want to learn more about how your favorite spirits are made, Moonshine University has a class for everyone.
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Threadsmiths’ Hydrophobic T-Shirt Stays Clean

Never worry about spilled sriracha again.
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Finding a Michelin-Starred Meal in Bushwick: The Blanca Story

If you haven’t heard of Blanca by now, it’s time to lift up that rock you call home and smell what Brooklyn’s been cooking. Opened by the owners of its big sister restaurant Roberta’s, a seat at Blanca has become one of the most coveted in NYC. Awarded its Michelin star a mere six months […]
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These are the juiciest pork sliders of all time

Iberico pork is some of the juiciest, most flavorful meat in the world. So for the burger lover, there's no better treat than these Iberico pork sliders.
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Outdoor Adventure Must-Visit: The Adirondacks

If you're looking for a peaceful getaway full of great sites, bites and spirits, the Adirondacks region is our new favorite go-to for a long weekend away.
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Chug a Beer With Your Caviar

Fish roe is a delicacy best enjoyed without a side of guilt, which is exactly why KHAVYAR is changing the game with a sustainable operation.
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Talking Mezcal with Tacombi

Happy Cinco de Mayo! We're celebrating by learning about tequila's smokier cousin mezcal from Tacombi owner Dario Wolos.
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Related Garments Makes Getting Dressed a Breeze

Stop fumbling around in your top drawer. Related Garments' matching essentials will make you look good from the inside out.
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Richard Blais Gives Us Permission To Play With Our Food

If you’re a fan of Top Chef, you know Richard Blais as a season four contestant and winner of the 2011 All-Stars season. But did you realize the chef-owner of Flip Burger Boutique, The Spence and HD1 began his cooking career at a Long Island McDonald’s? “Growing up in a lower-middle-class family made me humble,” […]
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Grilling with Top Chefs at the Taste Talks Brooklyn BBQ

We attended the Taste Talks Brooklyn BBQ on Sunday hosted by Mario Batali and curated by Danny Bowien. Check out our eating adventures here.
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Trask Launches E-commerce Site & We’re Buying

We are big fans of rugged outdoor brand Trask. So we were very excited to hear they launched an e-commerce site this week. We check out the highlights here.
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Exploring NYC’s Craft Beer Scene with the Experts at Tørst & Marta

We enlisted the help of a few experts to help us explore some of the best craft beer programs in New York City. Come along and drink up.
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Recipes to Celebrate Bastille Day

We tapped some of today's best French chefs for recipes to celebrate Bastille Day. Celebrate this year by trying these at home.
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Gift Guide: Brooklyn Grooming Shave Oil

Dry winter skin is something that plagues us all, and running a razor across your face doesn’t necessarily help to make the situation better. Enter Brooklyn Grooming’s Commando Shave Oil, a mineral-rich, classic formula that moisturizes and nourishes the skin while you shave. Not only will this oil give you a smooth shave without cuts […]
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Howes & Baum Translates Blue Collar Workwear for the Modern Man

Inspired by the blue collar working mans attire of their grandfathers, designers Craig Howes & Matt Baumgartner created Howes and Baum for the modern man.
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These Son of a Sailor Knives are Looking Sharp

We can't deny the power of a great pocket knife, so we are falling for these expertly-designed Son of a Sailor knives from Tilde Portland.
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Talking fried chicken and champagne at Birds & Bubbles

As Birds & Bubbles is about to celebrate its second birthday, we talked with Chef Sarah Simmons about everything fried chicken and champagne.
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Thirstie Makes Beers Runs a Thing of the Past

Make beers runs a thing of the past with Thirstie, a booze delivery app that offers on-demand cocktail recipes while you wait for your order.