Sunday Seven

The Sunday Seven // 02.15.26

This week, curated – restaurant wine psychology, floating villas, and art worth traveling for.

This week, curated. A mix of wine, food, art, and design — from how and why we drink to what we cook, travel for, and live in, this lineup explores subtle shifts shaping our lives.

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Why Wine Tastes Better at Restaurants

Wine
Do you ever notice how wine seems to taste better when someone else pours it? Food & Wine explores the psychology, glassware, and environment variables that make restaurant wine feel elevated

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Where America’s Wineries Stand Now

Wine
Overall, an interesting snapshot of where the industry is heading. The total number of U.S. wineries has declined for the third year in a row, with California dipping slightly while Oregon posts slight growth.

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A Floating Villa for the Ultra-Luxury Set

Travel & Design
Traditional houseboat, be gone…these villas are gorgeous! A showcase of Arkhaus’s 50-foot floating villa concept — a high-design home that quite literally lives on the water.

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Food Waste, Reconsidered

Food
Challenging the idea that fresh is always better! Food & Wine examines how frozen foods may reduce waste and lower emissions, cost less, have a longer shelf life, and provide comparable or even higher nutrient levels. Something to keep in mind next time you’re shopping.

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The Best Butter, Tested

Food
Serious Eats taste-tests unsalted butter to determine which brands deliver the best flavor and texture. Proof that small upgrades in the food can make a real difference!

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Gen Z Is Rethinking Alcohol

Wine & Lifestyle

We sort of knew this, but here’s the data: a new survey reveals how Gen Z is approaching alcohol differently. They are drinking less, prioritizing wellness, and redefining social rituals in the process.

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Art Exhibits Worth Traveling For

Art & Travel
Kahlo, Harring, and even Bjork! The art lineup is insane this year… From immersive installations to blockbuster retrospectives, these global exhibitions are compelling enough to plan a trip around.

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Hope you have a wonderful and relaxing rest of the weekend!
xx—BB

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