Book Review: ‘The Lemon,’ by S.E. Boyd


“The Lemon” is the satirical debut by a team of three authors writing under the pseudonym S.E. Boyd.


By Madeleine Feeny | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Savoring Oregon’s Wine Country, No Driving Required


In the Willamette Valley, public transportation takes you to McMinnville, where you can walk to one, or all, of its nearly 20 tasting rooms.


BY ELAINE GLUSAC | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Beaches? Cruises? ‘Dark’ Tourists Prefer the Gloomy and Macabre


Travelers who use their off time to visit places like the Chernobyl nuclear plant or current conflict zones say they no longer want a sanitized version of a troubled world.


BY MARIA CRAMER | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

36 Hours in Sydney


Swim in a magnificent ocean pool, slurp a curry laksa and meet new friends in a teeny mezcal bar: Sydney is back.


BY TACEY RYCHTER | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Creamy Paneer, Tangy Tomatoes and a Gorgeously Easy Dinner


In this recipe from the chef Anita Jaisinghani, chunks of the cheese are roasted while a warmly spiced curry simmers away on the stove.


By Melissa Clark | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Cozy Beef Udon Soup for Now


Try J. Kenji López-Alt’s recipe for a go-to speedy family meal: niku udon.


By Melissa Clark | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

This Thanksgiving, Make a Jell-O Salad Instead of Cranberry Sauce


This throwback is good enough to replace the canned stuff.


By Eric Kim | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Chasing Spirits: Mexico City’s House Museums


Curiosity about the daily lives of the famous draws us to the places they lived. In Coyoacán it’s possible to commune with the ghosts of Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, Leon Trotsky and more.


BY FRANCINE PROSE | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

When You’re Sick at Home


Your guide to eating well, even when you’re feeling low.


By Nikita Richardson | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Ashland Was Set to Be a Food Paradise. Then Came the Almeda Fire.


Two years ago, the Almeda fire tore through southern Oregon. Many people haven’t fully recovered, but farmers, chefs and others have rallied to sustain the area.


By Brett Anderson | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Help! The Hotel I Booked Online Became a Homeless Shelter and No One Told Me.


A pregnant traveler arrived late at night at lodging she’d reserved through Booking.com, only to find it was no longer operating, and the online travel agency left her stranded on the street.


BY SETH KUGEL | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Diwali Sweets for All


We have last-minute recipes for the festival of lights and weeknight recipes that make use of delicata and butternut squash.


By Melissa Clark | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Why Dine at the RH Restaurant, From the Brand Formerly Called Restoration Hardware?

The company formerly known as Restoration Hardware has moved into the restaurant business.

The company formerly known as Restoration Hardware has moved into the restaurant business, with bustling dining rooms that celebrate its opulent aesthetic.


By Priya Krishna | NYTimes Food | Disclosure

Geez, Even Fargo Has Gone Upscale

Visitors to the North Dakota town might be surprised by hipster boutiques and craft breweries.

Visitors to the North Dakota town expecting a scene right out of the movie might be surprised by the James Beard-nominated chefs, Pride flags, hipster boutiques and craft breweries. Oh, and a museum dedicated to the bison.


By DANIELLE BRAFF | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Brunswick Stew Is the Perfect Soup for Right Now


Soul-warming, savory and sweet, this dish with a deep history is perfect for right now.


By Eric Kim | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

How to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Santa Cruz


What once felt like a quirky California pit stop is now a popular getaway destination. Here’s a guide to the city’s beaches, bars, bookshops and beyond.


BY LAUREN SLOSS | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

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PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALESSIO MAMO | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Preserving a Palestinian Identity in the Kitchen


With many Palestinians fearful that their cuisine is being lost, kitchen practices handed down by family matriarchs for generations are still being passed along.


By Aina J. Khan | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Garlicky Braised Greens and Meatless Recipes


After moderating a panel on the climate crisis, Melissa Clark suggests a few recipes that are on her mind.


By Melissa Clark | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Salisbury Steak Deserves Another Chance


Forget the TV dinners. Made well, this easy classic can be hearty, soul-warming comfort food.


By Eric Kim | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Goodbye Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Hello, Luxury Bus?


Start-up travel companies are hoping more Americans will embrace the concept of sleeper and luxury coaches. Just don’t call them buses.


BY MARIA CRAMER | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

It’s Not a Diwali Celebration Without Mithai


South Asian sweet shops across the country are integral in connecting their local communities with their favorite familiar confections.


By Priya Krishna | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Is This the World’s Most Picturesque High Dive?


Catch a glimpse of a storied tradition in Bosnia and Herzegovina, where, for hundreds of years, divers have leaped from a bridge in the southern city of Mostar.


BY ALESSIO MAMO AND MARTA BELLINGRERI | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

What to Cook This Weekend


The key to a great sandwich is juxtaposition, and it’s worth getting the balance right.


By Sam Sifton | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Beyond Borders: A Deep Dive Into the Nomadic Way of Life


Anthony Sattin, the author of a new book on nomadic groups, discusses how contemporary travelers and digital nomads can learn a few things from traditional cultures.


By DAVID FARLEY | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

We Are All Fish



By Melissa Clark | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Stay Warm This Fall With Butternut Squash Lasagna


A pasta pie becomes a seasonal reverie for the senses.


By Yotam Ottolenghi | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

An Irish Castle to Call Your Own


To most, the striking stone towers that dot the Irish countryside are quaint ruins. To a few ambitious people, they’re the perfect places to make into homes — and one-of-a-kind vacation rentals.


BY BRENDAN SPIEGEL | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

Chicha Morada, the Purple Drink That Has the Heart of Peruvians


Hugely popular in its home country, chicha morada has been a source of inspiration for chefs in New York City for cocktails, savory dishes and desserts.


By Christina Morales | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

Dark Chocolate Cats for Spooky Season


Learn about Winston Churchill’s favorite foods, whip up some Irish desserts with a new cookbook from the Ballymaloe Cookery School, and more.


By Florence Fabricant | NYTimes | NYT > Food | Disclosure

3 Fall Day Trips (By Train) From Florence


Tuscany in the autumn is all about celebrating the fruits of the earth and the vine, with enough time left over to savor the region’s art and history.


By Perri Klass | NYTimes Food | Disclosure

From Florence, 3 Fall Day Trips by Train

In the autumn, Tuscany is all about celebrating the fruits of the earth and the vine, with enough time to savor the region's art and history.

Tuscany in the autumn is all about celebrating the fruits of the earth and the vine, with enough time left over to savor the region’s art and history.


By PERRI KLASS | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure

So You Want to Work Remotely: A Guide


As more employers offer flexibility, countries, travel brands and entrepreneurs are stepping in to make working from anywhere easier, with everything from special visas to work pods.


By NORA WALSH | NYTimes Travel | Disclosure