CATEGORIES

AMERICAN VINTAGE

After years of being in the shadows, Virginia winemakers are finally getting the attention they deserve. Wanda Mann takes a tasting tour.

LAGOS RISING

Africa's biggest city is a powerhouse of art, culture, and fashion. Shirley Nwangwa reflects on her relationship to her family's home and to her Nigerian identity, while photographer Ike Edeani captures the creative scene.

DEEP DIVE

Go for a swim with sperm whales, and you may find yourself hooked. Maggie Shipstead journeys to the Caribbean island of Dominica, where these giants of the deep are making a big splash.

A rescue pup renewed this veteran's hope and joy!

Life after deployment for U.S. Navy veteran Angelique Williams was filled with physical and mental challenges. Falling into a depression, she saw little reason to go on. Then, a pup, rescued from the streets of Kuwait, came into her lifeand changed both their lives

YOUR GUIDE TO gorgeous hair color at home

There's no need to make a pricey trip to the salon for a fresh dye job or color refresh. Whatever your hair woe, these DIY tips will do the trick!

Boost your 'good' HDL cholesterol

There's a reason HDL cholesterol is called \"good\" cholesterol. It absorbs harmful cholesterol in the blood and carries it to the liver to be flushed from the body. And a study found women with the highest HDL levels were less likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke than women with the lowest levels. To up your HDL, just...

"My hot flashes are finally gone!"

Menopause symptoms were wreaking havoc on Cynthia Kennedy's life. Every day was a struggle, until she discovered two supplements that, when combined, put an end to her agony

Say goodbye to hair loss

Seasonal changes can disrupt hair growth cycles, triggering temporary thinning, per British Journal of Dermatology research. How to outsmart it:

Healthy with fall fun!

Your favorite activities this time of year are a boon for your well-being

"Help me age with grace"

We all want to blow out the candles on our birthday cake feeling great about ourselves. Here, simple secrets to aging with joy

Ancient Flavors

On a trip along the Aegean Coast, Betsy Andrews savors the rich history of Turkish wine.

HEATING UP

In Mexico City, chefs from across the Asian diaspora are redefining the city's cuisine. Michaela Tremble traces a culinary connection that spans centuries.

"It's time to choose you!"

In her role as Kelly Taylor on Beverly Hills, 90210, Jennie Garth, 52, uttered the unforgettable phrase \"I choose me\" when forced to pick between two guys. Here, Jennie shares how that philosophy has helped guide her over the past 30 years—including facing down health issues, reinventing her career and finding fulfillment and bliss along the way

Sweet & savory apple sensations

The flavors of the season shine in these delicious dishes that are a breeze to whip up

Breaking the Mold

A Swedish town once famous for its saltglazed ceramics is having a renaissance. Johannes Lichtman gets behind the wheel.

Hold on to Your Hat

A new Texas story is unfolding in Fort Worth. Nora Walsh boot-scoots her way around sleek hotels and world-class museums.

Loving Life in Fayetteville

This Northwest Arkansas college town is easy to love and hard to leave

The New Pumpkin Palette

Trade the standard jack-o'-lantern hue for a wide spectrum of shades, from deep green to blush pink

TAKING ROOT

Turn the season's freshest veggies-beets, parsnips, sweet potatoes, carrots-into colorful fall sides

Oktober Feast!

While I respect your right to serve spooky food in October, you won't find any gory grub at my house this month. Instead, I'm hosting a gathering that's inspired by biergartens across the pond. The focus of the menu is a fondue made with Gruyère cheese and crisp Riesling-like beer-cheese dip but more elevated. It's served with a smorgasbord of dippers such as smoked sausage, grapes, apples, and a few amped-up store-bought snacks, like Mustard-Glazed Pretzel Bites and Smoked Paprika Potato Chips. (Just one taste, and you'll want to add this spice to every bag you open.) Pour yourself a Cider Shandy, and get ready for a good time. Prost, y'all!

Roll With It

Company's coming? Bake a batch of these apple-stuffed delights

Texas Ranch Revamp

Blair Burton coaxed the cool out of a 1960s Austin house that was stuck in the past

The Road That Raised Me

This lesser-known drive offers the most breathtaking views in the Smoky Mountains

THE FAMILY PLACE

When it came time for a young Georgia couple to make an 1800s farmhouse their own, they took it apart piece by piece-then rebuilt it into a home ready to welcome the next generation

The Roast With the Most

Embrace the changing seasons with a cozy pork supper

VIRGINIA PASTORAL

IN MIDDLEBURG, THE COMMONWEALTH'S MOST STORIED SMALL TOWN, OCTOBER WELCOMES A HOST OF TREASURED TRADITIONS

Housemates JULIA FOX and RICHIE SHAZAM on MOVING IN together, the beauty of CHOSEN FAMILIES, and what it means to MAKE A HOME

In January 2023, Julia Fox posted a tour of the Manhattan apartment she was living in with her young son, Valentino, to TikTok, and it immediately went viral.

All WRAPPED Up

What's SO MAGICAL about a MAX MARA COAT? Why the ITALIAN label's enviable OUTERWEAR has become a bona fide OBSESSION.

IN GOOD COMPANY

BIRDS OF A FEATHER MAY FLOCK TOGETHER, but what about other collectives of critters-and what do you call them when they do?

Sparrow Look-Alikes

Distinct sounds help separate these similar species