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A Manhattanite’s Guide to Dining in New York City

Raised around the city's tables, our editor shares her most beloved spots to eat and drink.

words by sophie mancini

The Perfect Staples to Stock Your Gourmet Pantry

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The Perfect Staples to Stock Your Gourmet Pantry

From tasty tinned fish and the perfect kimchi to snappy vinegars, these shelf-stable goodies signify good taste.

Words by Sophie Mancini, Illustration by Morgan McMullen

A Dinner Date With Idina Menzel

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A Dinner Date With Idina Menzel

Armed with one of the world’s most recognizable voices, the Broadway superstar turns up the volume with a new pop album.

Words by T. Cole Rachel, Photography by Sinna Nasseri

Beyond Broadway: Five Ways to Enhance Your Next Visit to Nashville

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Departures Studio84 created this story in collaboration with Nashville Convention & Visitors Corp. Departures’ editorial contributors were not involved in its creation.

Beyond Broadway: Five Ways to Enhance Your Next Visit to Nashville

Craft an itinerary as dynamic as the city’s diverse music scene and neighborhoods with vibrant culinary options, historic landmarks, and unforgettable events.

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Noma Talent in Brooklyn, Bespoke Dinner Parties, and Libations for All

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Noma Talent in Brooklyn, Bespoke Dinner Parties, and Libations for All

Plus, not-to-miss wine in the Azores, department store omakase, and how to bring Italy home.

Words by Laura Smith, Sophie Mancini, Cooper Fleishman, T. Cole Rachel, Alex Frank, Elissa Polls, Annie Lin, and Hailey Andresen; Illustration by Jess Rotter

Foraging for India’s Flavors in Mumbai

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Foraging for India’s Flavors in Mumbai

Combining hyperlocal sourcing with innovative creation, the menu at Masque restaurant is a love letter to India's native ingredients.

Words by Prasad Ramamurthy, Photography by Avinash Jai Singh

The Delicious Art of Bringing Travel Home

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The Delicious Art of Bringing Travel Home

Novelist Rachel Khong reflects on the things we bring home — both literally and figuratively — from foreign travels.

Words by Rachel Khong, Illustration by Cookie Moon

A Sparkling Favorite Returns to Prague

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A Sparkling Favorite Returns to Prague

The Czech Republic’s resurrected American Bar pays homage to its lustrous history with glittering decor and polished cocktails.

Words by Alia Akkam, Photography by Kata Geibl

Meet the Chef Exploring an Ocean of Flavor

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Meet the Chef Exploring an Ocean of Flavor

Seabourn’s Tony Egger travels the world in search of tantalizing flavor combinations.

Words by Laura Smith

A Downtown Delight in NYC and a Dessert Worth Getting Married For

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A Downtown Delight in NYC and a Dessert Worth Getting Married For

Plus, Edenic dining on San Juan Island and a 10-course tasting menu 60 stories above Manhattan.

Words by T. Cole Rachel, Laura Smith, Annie Lin, and Jackie Risser; Illustration by Jess Rotter

Date Nights in NYC, Ice Cream Upstate, and Unexpected Wines

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Date Nights in NYC, Ice Cream Upstate, and Unexpected Wines

Plus, a Midtown institution and a fantasia of color in Brooklyn. These are the restaurants and consumables our editors loved this month.

Words by Sophie Mancini, Alexandra Brodsky, Elissa Polls, and T. Cole Rachel; Illustration by Jess Rotter

At Ynyshir, There's No Substitute for Perfection

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At Ynyshir, There's No Substitute for Perfection

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Wales, Chef Gareth Ward’s famed restaurant offers a singularly high-intensity dining experience.

Words by Siobhan Reid, Photography by Robert Ormerod