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Diners engaged and curious in a sophisticated restaurant setting, focusing on a beautifully plated dish, reflecting evolving dining trends.
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Diners' curiosity, 2026 James Beard nominees reflect evolving dining

This June, as Chicago hosts the James Beard Awards, three local chefs are finalists, but a deeper trend reveals diners are increasingly craving stories behind their meals, not just exquisite taste.

David Jones·Jun 10
A collection of summer cookbooks on a kitchen counter, featuring 'Carla Bakes' with a tempting pastry, bathed in warm sunlight.
Eat & Drink

Bon Appétit's Top Summer 2026 Cookbook Picks

While Bon Appétit touts 'Carla Bakes' as a top pick for summer 2026, home cooks will wait until September 8, 2026, for Carla Hall's highly anticipated latest collection.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 10
Bon Appétit editors enjoying a summer potluck with a variety of dishes, including a featured Triple-Pomegranate Cake.
Mind & Body

BA Editors' Summer Cookbook Potluck Recipes

At a recent Bon Appétit summer potluck, editor Shilpa Uskokovic crowned a Triple-Pomegranate Cake from "The Dessert Table" with fresh fruit, showcasing a personal endorsement of the season's new cookb

Ingrid Olson·Jun 10
A festive Fourth of July backyard picnic featuring a variety of delicious make-ahead casseroles, with a family enjoying fireworks in the background.
Eat & Drink

Make-Ahead Casserole Recipes for a Stress-Free Fourth of July

Forget the last-minute grilling scramble: This Fourth of July, 15 make-ahead casserole recipes are poised to revolutionize cookout planning, promising hosts more time for fireworks and less time over

Ingrid Olson·Jun 9
8 Main Reasons Your Will Could Be Contested in New York (and How to Avoid It)
Arts & Culture

8 Main Reasons Your Will Could Be Contested in New York (and How to Avoid It)

Creating a will is a fundamental step in protecting your family’s future. However, simply having a will is not always enough to prevent disputes. In New York, a will can be challenged in court, a process known as a will …

Sponsored by Alatsas Law Firm·Oct 9
An exclusive four-course wine-paired dinner at Restaurant Anzu in the Bay Area, featuring winemakers Robert and Laura Schermeister.
Eat & Drink

Bay Area's Top Drinking Experiences: Exclusive, Time-Limited

In the Bay Area, securing a spot at a four-course wine-paired dinner with winemakers Robert and Laura Schermeister at Restaurant Anzu is becoming the new benchmark for a premier drinking experience.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 9
A high-tech smart pellet smoker with an AI-generated recipe displayed on its screen, set against a backdrop of a family enjoying an outdoor meal.
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Top Smart Pellet Smokers For Wood-Fired Flavor

The Brisk It Origin 940, a top-rated wood-fired smart grill, now leverages generative AI called Vera to suggest recipes and send them directly from a phone to the grill, according to PCMag Australia .

David Jones·Jun 9
A lively, diverse street food market at dusk, showcasing an abundance of colorful and delicious vegan dishes from around the world.
Eat & Drink

Top 4 Vegan Street Food Destinations for 2026

With over 3,000 establishments offering vegan options, Mexico City has forged one of Latin America's largest vegan street food and restaurant scenes, a culinary powerhouse rivaling any global capital,

Javier Rodriguez·Jun 9
A person sleeping soundly under cooling bed sheets in a calm, cool-toned bedroom, illustrating relief from summer heat.
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Cooling bed sheets offer a simple trick to beat the heat

In a Phoenix pilot study, rooms with specialized cooling bed sheets stayed 3-5 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than controls—no AC required.

David Jones·Jun 8
5 Coffee Bean Mistakes The Roast Haus Coffee Co. Helps You Avoid
Eat & Drink

5 Coffee Bean Mistakes The Roast Haus Coffee Co. Helps You Avoid

With coffee being America's favorite beverage—enjoyed daily by 66% of Americans—the quality of your beans matters more than ever. The rise of specialty coffee, which according to the National Coffee Association now sees …

Sponsored by The Roast Haus Coffee Co.·Oct 8
A luxurious dark dining room featuring deep jewel tones like emerald and sapphire, creating an intimate and inviting atmosphere.
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Deep Jewel Tones Elevate Dark Dining Rooms

In a recent design showcase, a windowless dining room, cloaked in deep charcoal, was voted 'most inviting' by 70% of attendees, defying decades of conventional wisdom (Design Trends Magazine Survey).

David Jones·Jun 8
An empty pedestal in an IKEA showroom, symbolizing the discontinuation of the popular FJÄLLBO rustic storage table.
Mind & Body

IKEA Discontinues FJÄLLBO Rustic Storage Table for Small Spaces

IKEA's popular FJÄLLBO rustic storage table, a staple for small apartments, was quietly removed from online listings on March 15, 2026.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 7
A stylish, floating IKEA side table hack mounted on a white wall in a minimalist bedroom, holding a plant and a book.
Mind & Body

IKEA Find Becomes Floating Side Table Hack

For just $20, an IKEA find can become a floating bedside table, eliminating floor space needs.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 7
An intimate, dimly lit Chicago speakeasy bar with patrons enjoying craft cocktails, showcasing the new post-pandemic nightlife scene.
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New Chicago Bars Redefine Nightlife Post-Pandemic

Last month, The Violet Hour, a long-time staple on 'best bar' lists, saw its weekend reservations drop by 15%.

David Jones·Jun 6
5 Authentic Mexican Decor Ideas to Explore at ArtMexico
Home & Design

5 Authentic Mexican Decor Ideas to Explore at ArtMexico

Hosting a fiesta or looking to infuse your home with vibrant, cultural style? The demand for authentic, sustainable, and culturally rich products is growing as consumers show a rising appreciation for artisanal craftsman…

Sponsored by ArtMexico·Oct 8
A person meditating peacefully in nature, symbolizing the journey towards emotional sobriety and successful addiction recovery.
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Mindfulness techniques help emotional sobriety and addiction recovery

Patients receiving mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) saw their probability of drug relapse drop by a staggering 54% compared to those on standard treatment.

David Jones·Jun 6
A spacious, modern living room featuring a very large abstract art print as the central focal point, emphasizing the big art boom trend.
Arts & Culture

The Big Art Boom: Trends in Oversized Art Prints

Pinterest searches for 'oversized wall art' have surged by 150% in the last year, marking a dramatic shift in how consumers approach home decor.

David Jones·Jun 5
A lively Parisian bistro scene with people enjoying affordable French comfort food and wine, highlighting the accessible luxury of dining in Paris.
Eat & Drink

Food Expert Reveals Top Paris Restaurants for Value Dining

At Juveniles, a top-rated Parisian wine bar, you can enjoy French comfort food entrees for under $10, a stark contrast to the city's once-dominant, exorbitantly priced haute cuisine.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 5
A pitcher of margaritas on a table at a summer party, with lime wedges and ice, surrounded by a festive atmosphere.
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Trader Joe's Organic Margarita Mix Review: A Budget-Friendly Summer Staple

For just $3.99, a 32-ounce jug of Trader Joe's Organic Margarita Mix enters the market, offering a surprisingly natural alternative to often artificial and pricier competitors. This 2026 review finds

David Jones·Jun 5
Core Sweatpants or Straight-Leg Sweatpants From Success That Never Dies
Style & Beauty

Core Sweatpants or Straight-Leg Sweatpants From Success That Never Dies

For streetwear consumers seeking the best apparel, Success That Never Dies offers premium collections of hoodies, polo shirts, and lounge pants that blend a retro sports aesthetic with a deeper narrative. The brand posit…

Sponsored by Success That Never Dies·Oct 6
A well-lit pantry shelf showcasing multiple jars of Eden Organic butter beans, emphasizing their premium quality and abundance.
Mind & Body

Eden Organic Butter Beans Shine in 2026 Review

Eden Organic butter beans are selling over 4,200 units monthly on Amazon, surprising market observers in 2026.

Ingrid Olson·Jun 4
A stylish, intimate bar in Atlanta showcasing the city's evolving nightlife with craft cocktails and a sophisticated ambiance.
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Atlanta's Bar Scene Evolves with Exciting New Openings

Last year, a relaxed, informal Poncey Highland tavern led Atlanta's wine bar boom, earning a spot on Bon Appétit’s Best New Bars list.

David Jones·Jun 4
A bright and inviting kitchen scene showcasing an array of easy summer desserts, including watermelon popsicles and fresh fruit, perfect for hot weather entertaining.
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Effortless Indulgence: Easy Summer Dessert Recipes Shine

Watermelon Popsicles, requiring just two ingredients, exemplify a new wave of easy summer dessert recipes for hot weather 2026.

David Jones·Jun 4
A Cuisinart ICE-21 ice cream maker producing dense, silky-smooth ice cream, outperforming its rivals.
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Cuisinart ICE-21 Rated Best Overall, Outperforms Ninja Creami Rivals

The Cuisinart ICE-21 produced dense, silky-smooth ice cream in under 20 minutes, a performance benchmark that still makes it the best overall, despite newer viral rivals.

David Jones·Jun 2