Sunset Magazine - Living in the West

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The Mindful Explorer

Art meets sustainability and they take it outside.

August 11, 2020

August 12, 2020

Outdoor Living

Read the 'Outdoor Living' Issue Right Here, Right Now—Free!

The summer 2020 issue is our biggest in a decade, and it's yours to peruse for no cost at all.

July 9, 2020

August 4, 2020

Decorating & Design

One of Our Favorite Shops Just Dropped an “Out West” Furniture Collection

It’s one of the five lines for Urban Outfitters’ fall drop

August 8, 2020

August 12, 2020

Lifestyle

5 Things With… Alexandra Glass of Pass the Salt

Alexandra Glass of Pass the Salt shares the 5 things she can't live without during quarantine.

August 7, 2020

August 12, 2020

The Latest From Sunset

Grill-Roasted Chicken

You can season this chicken simply, with salt and pepper, or use your favorite chicken rub.

August 13, 2020

Culture

The Last Remaining Blockbuster Is Becoming a Temporary Airbnb

Why not try and make it a Blockbuster night?

August 12, 2020

Wild Lands

Canadian Arctic’s Last Intact Ice Shelf Has Collapsed

The broken section of the Milne Ice Shelf is larger than Manhattan.

August 11, 2020

August 12, 2020

Outdoor Adventure

Don’t Miss the Year’s Most Dramatic Meteor Shower

The possibility of seeing a rare fireball enter the atmosphere is a good reason to stay up late this week.

August 11, 2020

In the Garden

African American Woman in Community Garden

Home & Garden

45 Things to Do in Your Garden Right Now

Chances are you're spending more time in your garden than ever before. Consider this your ultimate checklist for making the most of your garden no matter where you are in the West.

August 2, 2020

August 6, 2020

Home & Garden

This Gardening Apron Is Genius

The Roo is a game-changer.

July 30, 2020

August 6, 2020

Garden Basics

Japanese Gardening with Ease

This summer take a cue from the West’s most impressive Japanese botanical gardens and use these principles to bring the contemplative ethos into your backyard.

August 6, 2020

August 7, 2020

California

The Best Gardens in Berkeley

Sunset Photo Editor Christine Bobbish gives us a tour of some of her favorite gardens in Berkeley, CA.

August 6, 2020

August 12, 2020

Focus on Food

Restaurants

17 Ways to Design a Covid-Safe Restaurant

What makes a restaurant a safe and successful space for diners and staff? We spoke with an architect, a restaurateur, and a hotelier to find out.

August 6, 2020

August 12, 2020

Grilling

Never Burn Your Barbecue Again with This Master Grilling Technique

Grill expert Scott Moody shows you how to set up a grill with blazing-hot and cooler zones for perfectly cooked food.

August 7, 2020

Recipes

The Secret to Simple and Summery Salsa Verde. Plus, 12 Easy Recipes

Salsa verde is one of those infinitely variable preparations a cook should commit to heart and cook all summer long

August 11, 2020

August 14, 2020

Green Living

This Countertop Gadget Turns Food Scraps to Fertilizer in Seconds

Tricked out with carbon filters and a powerful grinder, this sleek composter makes DIY fertilizer easy and odor-free

August 11, 2020

August 12, 2020

Home Improvement

Food & Drink

All the Coffee Gear You Need to Make Hugely Better Coffee

Brewing a cup can be a reward in itself. Here’s how to turn your daily habit into a lifelong passion.

July 30, 2020

August 6, 2020

Home Tours

Less Is More: How a Berkeley Couple Turned Their Tiny Home into a Creative Haven

A Berkeley couple pares back on square footage—and belongings—for maximum quality of life.

July 29, 2020

August 3, 2020

Home & Garden

Your Messy Bedroom Might Be Causing You Stress—3 Tips to Organize It

For those of us able to stay home right now, why not make the most of hunkering down and put those idle hands to use?

July 19, 2020

July 29, 2020

Garden Basics

5 Container Gardens for Every Type of Gardener

Container gardens are the perfect way to add some life to your porch, patio, or doorstep. Here are five we’re loving right now.

July 14, 2020

July 29, 2020

Home & Garden

Genius Products for a Clean, Tidy Home

The best solutions available now for taming grime and clutter.

July 8, 2020

July 28, 2020

Home & Garden

9 Creative Small Kitchens to Get Inspired By

Don't let a tiny kitchen get you down.

July 23, 2020

July 29, 2020

Tech

Upgrade Your Patio Instantly with These Seven Genius Products under $50

Bring your deck into the 21st century with these inexpensive products that will change your patio experience forever.

July 23, 2020

July 28, 2020

tropical outdoor makeover hommeboys backyard

Outdoor Living

Patience, Please: This Barn-Home’s Outdoor Spaces Took Time to Redo

The designer couple known as the Hommeboys chose the slow route. Their patience paid off.

July 28, 2020

August 4, 2020

Road-Trip Prep

Road Trips

The Best Road Trips We Ever Took, from the Pacific Coast to the Southwest

Sunset's staff has collectively driven many a great route in the West. These are our most memorable road trips of all

July 18, 2019

July 28, 2020

Camping

Our Favorite Rooftop Tent Company Just Announced This Affordable Game-Changer

This new roof-top tent takes car camping to a higher level.

July 20, 2020

July 22, 2020

Home Tours

This Remodeled 1973 Airstream Is a Gorgeous Road-Trip Home—or Permanent Guest Room

From the custom tile to leather accents, everything was designed to withstand long trips on the road

January 21, 2020

July 27, 2020

Highway 89 on the way to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon

Wild Lands

New Road Trip App Offers On-the-Go Story Telling Tailored to Your Location

Narratives include voiceovers by actor Kevin Costner and legendary NBA head coach Phil Jackson.

August 5, 2020

August 12, 2020