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The Thanksgiving Recipes We Make Year After Year

Hi Reader, Thanksgiving is just around the corner, so we're sharing the mains and sides that make it onto our tables year after year. Whether you're hosting the whole crew or keeping things low-key this year, these recipes have you covered. The Main Event Doing a smaller Thanksgiving this year? Skip the giant bird and go for our Pear Gravy And Herb-Orange Roasted Turkey Breast. It's got a California twist with loads of fresh herbs and citrus, plus a sweet-savory pear gravy that'll have...

5 days ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader, The 2026 Winter Olympics are coming to Cortina d'Ampezzo, and we're officially jealous of anyone heading to the Dolomites. But here's what you might not know: the food in this corner of Italy is completely different from what you'd expect. Sud Tyrol was part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire until after World War I, so the cuisine is Italian-meets-Austrian-meets-Hungarian. Think bread dumplings, smoked ham, and torn pancakes instead of pasta and pizza. Heavy, hearty, and perfect after...

12 days ago • 3 min read

Hi Reader, Some trips stick with you long after you've unpacked. Day of the Dead in Mexico is definitely something everyone should experience at least once. This isn't just a somber holiday. It's also a vibrant celebration of life where families honor loved ones with music, dancing, and incredible food. Streets fill with the smell of copal burning and the colors of marigolds and amaranth. Altars overflow with traditional foods like mole and pan de muerto. The atmosphere is electric and...

19 days ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader, Wailea's gorgeous. Five-star hotels, manicured beaches, luxury spas and golf courses. But here's the thing, a lot of Maui visitors never leave the resort bubble. Sixty-four miles away, the Road to Hana winds through rainforest to black sand beaches, waterfalls you can swim under, roadside banana bread stands, and sacred heiau sites that remind you this land has ancient stories. One feels like a luxury catalog. The other feels like you're actually in Hawai'i. Here's what we've...

26 days ago • 2 min read
Aida enjoying panoramic view of rolling vineyards and green valleys from stone terrace in Menerbes, Provence, France

Hi Reader, We love Paris as much as anyone. But here's the thing: visiting Paris and saying you've seen France is like visiting New York and claiming you know America. You're missing... well, everything else. We just spent September traveling across the country, from fairytale châteaux in the Loire Valley to sun-drenched villages in Provence. And we came back with one clear mission: to remind you that France is more than the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Loire Valley: 300+ châteaux and you're...

about 1 month ago • 4 min read

Hi Reader, Fall is fast approaching, and our kitchen cravings are shifting along with the leaves. This season, we’re all about cozy seasonal flavors, think pears, apples, grapes, and squash, transformed into recipes that work just as well for a weeknight dinner as for a casual dinner party with friends. Here’s what’s on our bucket list to cook this fall: How We Do Pumpkin Spice: Roasted Garlic Pumpkin Hummus The Brunch Showstopper: Upside-Down Baked Apple Pecan Bacon French Toast The Timeless...

2 months ago • 3 min read

Bonjour Reader, As France travel planners, one of the most frequently asked questions we get is “What are the best places to travel in France?” And we finally have one big, beautiful answer for you: our brand-new guide to the Best Places To Visit In France. This is more than just a list of must-sees; it’s a food-first look, no matter if you want to sip champagne, taste through Provence, stroll among Loire châteaux, visit Roquefort cheese caves, or savor classic bistro food in Paris. Even...

2 months ago • 2 min read

Hi Reader, Labor Day is approaching, which means one last long weekend to celebrate summer flavors before we settle into fall. The grill is calling, whether you’re hosting friends, heading to the beach, or just hanging in the backyard. We pulled together a few of our favorite end-of-summer recipes to make the most of what’s in season right now: Grilled Artichoke With Herbed Aïoli A spin on a California classic, grilling the artichoke gives it a smoky flavor that takes it to another level!...

3 months ago • 2 min read

Aloha e Reader, Aida just returned from a month-long adventure across Maui and O‘ahu, where she spent her time scouting new hikes, restaurants, and boutique hotels for our travel clients—and yes, sneaking in some shave ice too. The buzz on the islands? The fabulous new Cirque du Soleil show, ‘Auana (trust us, it’s worth seeing!), and the Apple series, Chief of War. Everyone’s talking about it, and it got us thinking about all the ways to explore Hawai‘i beyond the resort. So, we pulled...

3 months ago • 3 min read

Hi Reader, Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year? We figured now was the perfect time to round up the most popular Salt & Wind Travel stories and recipes of 2025—just in case you missed a few! Whether you're dreaming of your next trip or just looking for a great recipe to make this weekend, these are the can’t-miss favorites our readers have been loving most: 5 Day Trips From Lake Como to Switzerland Cross the border and explore charming Swiss towns, ride scenic trains, and...

5 months ago • 3 min read