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The developers of Park Slope’s 251 First Street are going the extra mile to attract new families to the 11-story luxury condo. And we’re not talking building a yoga studio for mommies and babies (though that’s not a bad idea). This amenity is far ritzier: stroller valet service. The ... More

The wine world is ever-evolving—a seemingly endless flow of new expressions, brands, styles, regions and winemakers—so for the casual oenophile, it’s often hard to determine which trends are worth taking seriously. Here’s an example: If you think that rosé should be strictly reserved for summer… think again. As ... More

In an examination that only a whiskey-loving lush could appreciate, the fine spirit purveyor Caskers has shared their statistics about which brands are flying off the shelves this year. The website, which offers a carefully curated selection of rare, global spirits, culled data about the “most ... More

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Up until recently, ordering a glass of Chardonnay among seasoned wine drinkers was like wearing a scarlet letter. It was widely considered a dirty word in the industry, even spurring a movement dubbed ABC (short for “Anything But Chardonnay”). The wine—specifically those produced in California—was derided for having a butterscotch-like ... More

Sean Baker never intended to use an iPhone to shoot his critically acclaimed film, Tangerine. In fact, if it wasn’t for Baker’s exceptionally low budget, the filmmaker would have shot his comedic drama using traditional film. “I wish I can say this was part of the whole master plan, ... More

The snack known as “jerky”—fresh meat dried to help with perishability—dates back to the 1500s, but modern jerky has evolved into a high-end sport. Artisanal crafters have chosen the snack as their latest conquest, one-upping one another with sustainably farmed meats and fashionable ingredient blends, from cranberry-and-sriracha beef and basil-citrus ... More

You’ve scored the man or woman of your dreams and now it’s time to plan an over-the-top wedding that’ll “wow” all of your guests. If you’re stumped on where to begin, you’ve come to the right place. From one-of-a-kind designer gowns to the most elaborate wedding cakes ever created, ... More

Although the idea of drinking for health—drinking alcohol, anyway—is about as sane as going on a mayonnaise cleanse, bars these days are serving cocktails that are nearly indistinguishable from those fancy pressed juices everyone’s downing in the name of better living. At Alembic in San Francisco, the menu description ... More