Napa Valley’s Newton Vineyard

Spanning microclimates and elevation, a look at the heritage estate that puts fruit forward

Once considered a scrappy competitor to its European counterparts, Californian wine—the Napa Valley region in particular—has since secured itself in the minds (and palates) of wine lovers the world over. With the rise in the popularity and recognition of Napa wines over the years, the sleepy stretch of farmland and quaint towns have been thrust into the international culinary and travel spotlight. As vineyards sprang …

Gillette Clear Gel’s No Sweat Test Thanksgiving

Staying dry from start to finish, while delivering a holiday extravaganza for 30 people

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When considering what we think of as a powerful deodorant, one’s mind often envisions sports or other high-endurance scenarios where physicality triggers perspiration. But, with stress and heat as stimulants for sweat, there’s no better place to test out a deodorant than while prepping and executing a holiday party for 30 people—for the first time ever. From preheating the oven to ushering out guests (ultimately …

The Keyboard Waffle Iron

Soon Alphabet Soup won’t be the only way to eat your letters. A new campaign on Kickstarter is hoping to make The Keyboard Waffle Iron a reality. Featuring a die-cast, aluminum body with heat-resistant Bakelite handles, the $60 QWERTY-inspired waffle cooker seems like a simple way to breathe some life into a boring breakfast. There are currently 15 rewards available in the campaign, including a …