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.


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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