1. The oldest bottle of Veuve Clicquot sold for 30,000 euros. The bottle, dated at approximately 1841, was found in an underwater shipwreck and is rumored to have been sampled by Madame Clicquot herself. 2. And Veuve Clicquot is the first champagne house credited for rosé. The pinkish color ... More

Americans are enjoying more green tea than ever before. Since green tea comes in many forms — including powders, leaves and bags — the ingredient is gaining ground in both home kitchens and restaurants alike. More and more restaurants are incorporating green tea into their recipes, from energy-boosting morning brews ... More

Just because you’re traveling with kids doesn’t automatically mean that you have to cross wine regions off your list of places to visit. Wineries are often some of the most beautiful landscapes on the planet, surrounded by excellent cultural and adventurous opportunities—not to mention great food and wine. ... More

The Allison Inn and Spa When you tell an Oregon resident you’re staying at the Allison Inn, the response will always include a deep sigh and a “that place is amazing.” Because it is. About an hour from Portland, the resort sits among picturesque mountains, rolling hillsides and working ... More

San Francisco  Hotels: Fairmont San Francisco Where luxury meets history. Sitting atop Nob Hill, the hotel’s gilded lobby features a grand staircase, marble floors and crystal chandeliers that feel fit for an English castle. But the best feature might just be the expansive view of the bay. St. Regis San ... More

The Seminole Hard Rock’s award winning steakhouse, Council Oak, is home to a number of high-priced bottles only the biggest of spenders would purchase—think Hennessy Paradis Imperial at $9,000, Johnnie Walker & Sons “Odyssey” at $3,000 and more. Though it might be a status symbol, investing in one bottle ... More

There is no agave-based liquor more ubiquitous in private jets, nightclubs and Hollywood after-parties than Patrón. But what is known to most as a blingy, baller beverage so popular with rappers and clubgoers is actually more artisanal than first glance would suggest. Utilizing slow, traditional production methods, Patrón deserves respect ... More

In the past, wine cellars were hidden away in basements, intended more for functionality rather than aesthetics. But now, the latest trend in design changes everything. “Today we design wine cellars as a focal point within entertaining areas on the main floor,” says interior designer Lori Morris. The ... More

Zac Posen, the fashion designer behind his namesake line and the Creative Director of Brooks Brothers, has had a busy summer so far. He’s completed a wine collaboration with Ecco Domani, filmed the upcoming season of Project Runway, and he’s in the process of redesigning the Delta Airlines uniforms ... More

It’s time to abandon every preconceived idea about the “mancation.” Forget the stereotypically raucous bachelor parties, uninspired golfing getaways and old-fogey fishing trips. Instead, why not consider a carefully curated escape—one that requires a little more forethought, and a bit more creativity? From traversing Kentucky’s bourbon trail to speeding in ... More