Cacao in E Major: An Immersive Symphony of Chocolate Synethesia

An all-five-senses feast from composer and chef Ysanne Spevack

There’s a tangible link between a great meal and the sensation of happiness. We are all aware of this. But what can one expect from a feast, or more accurately a food experience, dedicated to stimulating cross-modal happiness first and foremost? That’s exactly what composer and chef Ysanne Spevack has in store for tonight’s “Cacao in E Major.” Attendee biometrics will be gaged by NYU …

SproutsIO Hybrid Hydroculture Technology

A soil-free countertop personal farming system that even a novice indoor gardner can master

The best way to be close to your food is to grow it yourself, though many people can’t keep houseplants or herb gardens alive in the best of times. With SproutsIO, funding now on Kickstarter after extensive product-testing, a self-moderating hybrid hydroculture technology now helps you grow food on your kitchen counter. This is a personal produce system, entirely soil-free, controlled by an app that …

Inside Armand de Brignac Winery, France

The family-owned Cattier champagne house releases Ace of Spade's A2 Blanc de Noirs

The first sip of Armand de Brignac (colloquially known as Ace of Spades) is an unforgettable moment. Mine was in the hotel bar of the Plaza Athénée—a legendary Paris hotel. The waiter came to our table and slowly poured a glass of the Gold Brut, the brand’s flagship cuvée. Armand de Brignac bottles are mesmerizing; it’s easy to find yourself staring. And yet, what is …