Top 10 ski towns in the West
Whether you’re all about the hot toddies, Wild West saloons, or après-ski eats, we’ve got the place for you
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The case for a small-plate Christmas
This year, forget the sit-down dinner and opt for small plate recipes that you can make ahead and allow you and your guests to mingle
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Mini cakes
Make these little bites as gifts, or serve them at your own party
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Growing gifts
For a thoughtful gift that lasts, start with just the right vessel, add the perfect plant, and voilà
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Found space
Inventive ways to turn a bleak lawn and driveway into a lush, livable garden
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Happy holidays (hold the tinsel)
Warm up a modern home for the holidays, with not a garland in sight
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Wild inside
Decorating your house for the holidays is as easy as foraging in your own backyard
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Exhale...10 hideaways that press the pause button on the end-of-year whirl
Secluded vacation spots that press the pause button on the day-to-day whirl
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Southern California day trip: Sierra Madre
Experience old-school Christmas charms in this friendly town near Pasadena
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Dig in!
From lighter veggie dips to more indulgent appetizers, choose from a dozen crowd-pleasing party dishes
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The meal of the year
The holidays are made of rich memories–and matched with rich food. Three writers share stories on both
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Northwest Day Trip: Ballard
Cool finds and great eats make this Seattle neighborhood a goldmine for gift hunting
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San Francisco day trip: Inner Richmond
Avoid the holiday shopping masses and find hip boutiques and specialty stores in this San Francisco neighborhood
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6 reasons to get away to Long Beach
Gorgeous coastline, great eats, and zero crowds make this region a winner this winter
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Happy Trails
An epic backpacking trip is one way to see the Arizona Trail. But a chill hiking weekend in the throwback town of Superior will do just fine
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Colorado day trip: Grand Lake
Celebrate an old school Colorado winter season with sleigh rides, ice skating, and hot chocolate surrounded by snow-covered peaks
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Arizona day trip: Downtown Glendale
Get into the holiday spirit Southerwestern style with palms strung in white lights, gingerbread festivals in the park, and fun seasonal shopping in downtown Glendale
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