Stirring Developments
A hot-chocolate machine you didn’t know you needed; a secret-agent-worthy pair of wireless headphones; the recipe for better flavors; and more
Peak Egypt
For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, there’s really only one way to travel up the Nile—on a 19th-century sailing vessel
Bubble Boom
A Swiss car-maker’s take on a midcentury Italian classic has the world of electric cars buzzing
Historic and Euphoric
By infusing architecturally significant homes with contemporary art, Francis Sultana has become the go-to designer for serious collectors
You Belong in the Kitchen!
Fall’s best new cookbooks make food prep a pleasure—and they also make excellent gifts
Eye of the Beholder
Yearning for self-control? A new coterie of tough-love life coaches are now specializing in “accountability,” and they’re ready to weigh in on your every snack. Is this helpful, harmful, or perhaps a bit of both? Our beauty-and-wellness columnist investigates
Patricia Clarkson
The actress answers 72 of life’s most pressing questions
Pillow Talk
Set on the Sicilian coast, Season Two of The White Lotus is yet another pitch-perfect take on the fake smiles and excessive privilege of the oversexed guests swanning around five-star hotels
Shyan Zakeri
The Los Angeles native is bringing his favorite childhood burgers—greasy, thin patties—to New York City with his pop-up concept, Shy’s Burgers
How Claire Saffitz’s Star Was Born
Her Bon Appétit cooking videos went viral. Today, Saffitz is a free agent, churning out YouTube tutorials and cookbooks in equal measure
The Height of His Powers
Restaurateur Ignacio Mattos has long exerted a pull over downtown New York’s stylish set. Now they’re all flocking to Corner Bar
Christine Baranski
The actress answers 49 of life’s most pressing questions
Mika Kol
The Depop seller has amassed a cult following on the fashion-resale app, thanks to her diaristic clothing descriptions
Sound and Vision
A new way to amplify your life’s soundtrack; the Mercedes of vacuum cleaners; a stargazing app for skeptics; and more