How to Pair Oysters with Martinis
We sat down with Maison Premiere bar director Will Elliott to learn how to pair seven classic martinis with briny, buttery oysters.
Where to Find Artwork to Match Your Style
From ethically sourced works to picking pieces that match your style, we’ve rounded up our favorite companies that make the process of selecting art a breeze.
Why Every Man Should Care About Slow Fashion
Instead of purchasing more pieces, producers of slow fashion focus on creating timeless pieces, while consumers focus on taking care of what they already own.
When It’s Time to Move, Here’s How to Sell Your House
There are a few steps that you can take before putting your home on the market that will help increase the odds of receiving an offer from a buyer. From repainting to depersonalizing to cleaning like you’ve never cleaned before, here are nine steps to consider before you sell your home.
5 Tips for How to Survive a Shark Attack
You may not ever encounter Jaws, but there is still plenty of fish in the sea. Here's what to do in the event of a shark attack.
How to Buy a House: Must-Read Steps and Tips to Guide You Through the Process
Before you even consider starting to look for your first home, it's important to get your ducks in order both mentally and financially. Here is our guide to buying your first home.
The Best Anti-Aging Creams and Skincare Products for Men
If you're not exactly thrilled by the prospect of a "Marlboro Man" look, now's the time to find an anti-aging cream or skincare product and make it a part of your daily routine.
Pisco Cocktails are the Refreshing Balm You Need for the Dog Days of Summer
Pisco, a brandy from Chile and Peru, is the perfect cocktail ingredient for summer. Here's why you should pick some up and what to do with it.
The Future of Jeans is Here with these Alternative Fabrics to Cotton Denim
In a world where cotton manufacture consumes more resources than any other fiber, insisting on 100% cotton seems positively un-American. Today’s most forward-thinking fashion brands are focusing on jeans made from sustainable fabrics. It’s time for a jeans revolution.
How to Write a Best Man Speech: 8 Tips to Help You Prepare
Being asked to serve as best man for a wedding is one of the greatest honors, but it comes with a ton of responsibility and one daunting task that most flub: the best man speech. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind as you take the time to prepare.
The Complete Guide for Learning How to Mow a Lawn
So you're wondering how to mow a lawn properly? Here are some tips and tricks to help your yard go from yawn to yowza!
How to Netflix and Chill: Mastering the Invite, Finding the Best Shows, and More
Film director Jean-Luc Godard famously said, “I always feel that a man and a woman who do not like the same films, will eventually divorce.” Applying his principle, Netflix and chill becomes a logical means of getting to know someone. Here's how.
Grappa 101: A Crash Course on the Italian Pomace Brandy
If you've ever asked yourself "what is grappa," we have answers. Here is everything you need to know about the Italian pomace brandy. We chatted with Feroce sommelier and beverage director Pietro Caldarelli to learn more about the robust Italian digestivo.
Hurricane Preparedness Checklist: How to Get Ready for the Next Storm
Hurricanes, tropical depressions, and tropical storms can be swift and unpredictable, so it’s important that you prepare well and prepare early. Follow this guide to hurricane preparedness to stay safe during the next big storm.
Moving Tips: How to Make Moving Day as Easy as Possible
Moving is something that we all have to do and almost all of us hate doing. With a few tips and tricks, though, moving day can be less painful.
5 Alternatives to College for Both Young and Experienced Professionals
If you're looking to change or advance your career, a four-year degree isn't always the best option. Here are five alternatives to college for young and experienced professionals alike.
Let a Local Expert Plan Your Next Trip with a Personalized Travel Guide from ViaHero
There's so much information available these days that planning a trip can feel overwhelming. One company promises a new way to travel by relying on local, in-the-know experts in each destination to create hyper-personalized guides for every traveler.
A Remote Camping Trip in Arizona’s Canyon de Chelly
The only way onto Canyon de Chelly in Arizona is with a trusted tour company that is partnered with the Navajo Nation, the owners of the land. Here's what you can expect.
7 Expert Karaoke Tips to Make You a Superstar
Whether you’ve sung a few times or are completely new to the game, heed this advice to become a karaoke pro in no time.
How Essential Polyamory Tools Can Apply to Monogamous Life
Polyamorous tools and principles can easily be used to improve monogamous relationships and friendships. From compersion to scheduling prowess, learn how these tools can help.
Essential Tools Every Man Needs for his Home (and the Things to Store Them In)
Our curated list of essential household tools not only features the best picks for each type of tool, but offers a heads-up on why, when and how to use them. It also includes a few wishlist items perfect for gifting to fathers, father figures, and fathers-to-be.
How to Find the Right New or Vintage Record Player for You
If you’ve developed a newfound appreciation for the sweet, soulful sound of vinyl, you’re no doubt in the market for a new or vintage record player. The problem is: Where do you start? Let’s break it down.
Wilderness First Aid: What to Pack and Know Before You Hit the Trail
before you go for that next hike, mountain bike ride, high alpine climb, or even just a car camping trip in a remote area, bone up on wilderness first aid and make sure you pack accordingly.
8 Tips on How to Quit a Job Like a Real Professional
Quitting your job can be awkward even in the best circumstances. These tips will help you stay prepared and professional.
Why Learning About Quality Cannabis Shouldn’t Strain Your Brain
Like many other craft pursuits, being a weed snob is a good thing. We talked to John Plummer, owner of Bull Run Craft Cannabis in Oregon, to learn more about quality marijuana and the importance of weed education.
How to Fold Your Clothes Like Marie Kondo, the Queen of Modern-Day Organization
Though Marie Kondo has plenty of tricks up her sleeves (mostly involving boxes on boxes on boxes), the Internet’s been particularly captivated by her unique style of folding and storing clothes, which is at once super effective and deceptively simple.
Navigating the Highs and Lows of New Relationship Energy
A contextual look at how New Relationship Energy (NRE) can shape or break a non-monogamous or polyamorous relationship.
What Is Cryotherapy? An Introduction to Whole-Body Cold Therapy
Whole-body cryotherapy is an alternative wellness trend that promises everything from healing sports injuries and sharpening your mind to reducing anxiety. But what are the real benefits? And does it deliver on its oversized claims?
Financial Planning 101: What to Do ASAP to Build Long-Term Wealth
We asked an investment advisor to share exactly what a man should do to make his finances ironclad, build long-term wealth, and get the most free money possible.
What Is the Solera System and Why Is It on My Liquor Bottle Label?
The solera system is an intricate process of aging spirits that started with sherry but is now being used for all kinds of liquor. This is exactly how it works.
An Introduction to the Brett IPA and 3 Beers to Try Right Now
Adding Brett to an IPA seems counterintuitive and for good reason. Even experienced brewers find Brett to be an elusive agent that can cause unexpected consequences. And for a style lauded for its fresh flavors, is “horse blanket” really something you want to throw into the mix?
Why You Should Definitely Max Out Your 401(k) Contribution Now
If you work on a full-time basis, you probably have the option of a 401(k) account included in your benefits package. If you’re like most millennials, you associate a 401(k) with retirement and you don’t put much thought or effort into maintaining it. That's a big mistake. Here's why.
Homebrewing 101: An Introduction to Extract Brewing
There’s no need to tackle the most complex processes right away or invest in a ton of expensive equipment. Ease yourself into the world of homebrewing and set yourself up for success by using a malt extract kit.
What Is a Float Tank? A Beginner’s Guide to Flotation Therapy
Flotation therapy can help hormone regulation, stress and pain relief, and sleep quality. But how does all this happen through floating on your back in a windowless tank of water? And what is the experience like?
10 Must-Read Time Management Tips and Skills for Men
Consultant Julie Morgenstern shares her expert strategies for men to improve their time management by changing simple habits. Add "reading this article" to your to-do list.
Nakations Are the Perfect Getaway for Travelers Who Hate Packing (and Wearing) Clothes
Every month, the travel industry invents a new buzzword to convince us to travel more. Clothing-optional “nakations” are the latest trend. While the idea isn't new, its entry into the mainstream consciousness is. If you’ve never considered such a vacation before, here are a few reasons why you should.
What Is Polyamory and How Does It Work?
Here's a deep dive into the buzzword infiltrating your dating apps and friend circles, including a thorough dissection of ethical non-monogamy, open relationships, polyamory, and their internal structures.
The Art of Getting Things Done with a Kanban Board
Personal kanban takes a popular product management tool and simplifies it for individual use. This visual process curbs burnout while unlocking productivity.
How to Handle Your Road Rage and Interacting with Commuters that Drive You Crazy
Dr. Robert Nemerovski, an authority on anger and road rage issues, shares tips on how to deal with road rage — and even prevent it.
Dubbel the Fun: A Guide to Monastic Beer
Belgians and beer go way, way back. For the monks, the tradition is well over 1,000 years old and born of much more than just a great way to cope with a fairly isolated religious branch. However, you don't have to take any vows to drink these delicious brews.
First Tattoo Tips: What to Know Before You Get Ink
We teamed up with Justin, anonymous operator of @americanatattoos on Instagram, to bring you the realest advice for navigating your first tattoo experience, including guidance on tips, aftercare, choosing the right artist, and why you should never drink beforehand.
10 Tips to Get Ready for Ski Season Now and Not Pay For It Later
The ski season has started. Do you have your passes? Do you know where your gear is? Have your legs done anything more than walk around the office in the past six months? These tips will help you prepare so your first day at the resort isn’t all yard sales and cursing.
Decoding Men’s Streetwear and Street Style
How can a regular guy wear the chillest ‘fits without looking like a dad who just raided his teenage son's closet? Stick with us, bro. We got you with this quick and dirty guide to decoding streetwear and street style.
A Quick and Easy Guide to Scotch Regions and Their Whisky
For a whisky to be called Scotch, one rule must be followed above all else: the whisky must be aged in oak casks in Scotland for at least three years. Once you know the No. 1 rule, it's important to become familiar with the six different Scotch regions, each with their distinct styles and taste profiles.
14 Travel Tips from a Professional Adventurer After 10 Years on the Road
Travel has indelibly changed the way I see the world and how I move through it. Here, in no particular order, are the 14 best travel tips I’ve learned from a decade on the road.
A Few Fine Things to Do in Munich
While there is much more to do in Munich, Germany, than drink beer and eat sausages, you're doing it wrong if you don't spend at least a decent portion of your visit drinking beer and eating sausages. Discover these and more in our Munich travel guide.
How to Satiate Your Senses in Sedona, Arizona
The unique beauty of Sedona, Arizona, confronts you unexpectedly. Here are the best restaurants, bars, hotels, destinations, and activities to check out on your next visit.
A Deliciously Bitter Anti-Valentine’s Day Gift Guide
Valentine's Day is a capitalist "holiday" that companies use to squeeze money out of you. In that spirit, here's a anti-Valentine's Day gift guide for all of the chronically single, freshly dumped, and downright haters out there.
Petting Kangaroos and Sustainable Booze: The Best of Adelaide, Australia
Visit the homey city of Adelaide, Australia, for modern bars, slick haircuts, wildlife adventures, and plenty of sun. Here are the best places to stay, eat, drink, and play when you go.
6 Reasons to Escape this Winter and Visit The Exumas
If you're looking for a tropical escape without the usual tourist crowd, you need to head to the The Exumas islands in The Bahamas.