American distillers have been turning their attention to single malts, defined in Scotland as whisky produced in one distillery from 100 percent malted barley. In the United States these rules are usually followed, but have yet to be mandated by government regulators; it should happen soon. In Wassaic, N.Y., in the Hudson Valley, John Dyson…
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Love Tina and Brian! They always understand exactly what I’m looking for. Here, a fresh, dewy, clean look and the hair soft and wispy with shape. Beauty Tip: Brian finished off the look with Oribe Superfine Strong Hair Spray to set and hold the cool, elegant look.
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What makes a wine “good”? The answer seems self-evident: If it tastes good, it must be good. But as with so many things involving wine, it’s never that simple, starting with the word “good.” Good can be a complicated idea. Does it mean, as I suggested, a wine that tastes good? Or maybe a wine…
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When asked what brand could go the distance into the new year, Lee didn’t hesitate to name Asics. According to Lee, Asics is making a significant impact by embracing sports style and is a brand to watch. She notes that the brand is rapidly expanding, consistently releasing exciting styles, colors, and diverse silhouettes. If you…
DetailsExperts say that making an effort to drink less can benefit your health and help you build good habits around alcohol.
In my column this week I wrote about my quest to eat more plant-based meals, with the goal to become as fluent in tofu as I am in chicken thighs. Turns out, those proteins have a lot in common, including an affinity for pungent marinades and a tendency to become their tastiest selves when laid…
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While style is important, comfort is crucial when it comes to footwear. Vivaia focuses on providing both style and comfort in, making their boots a great choice if you prioritize comfort. Size: 5-11 Colors: Black or Dark Chocolate Material: Water-repellent wool Customer review: “It was a gamble to buy over the knee boots but holy…
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When is it appropriate (is it ever appropriate?) to wear a fully matching sweatsuit, top and bottom? When I see people wearing a paired sweatshirt and sweatpants, I sometimes think “cringe.” And sometimes I can’t help but want to wear it, too. Which side of me is right? — Pepper, New York Karl Lagerfeld, the…
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At the restaurant ILIS in Brooklyn, your smoked tomato and clam dashi arrives in a giant clamshell, sealed with beeswax and roped shut. At Naks in the East Village, bites of beef tartare on crisped beef fat are ferried to your table on a cow horn. The post-plate era of fine dining is in full…
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