01of 15Snack Back in TimeSamuel’s Sweet ShopRhinebeck, N.Y.ActorsPaul Rudd,Hilarie BurtonandJeffrey Dean Morganstarted out as customers atSamuel’s Sweet Shop, a small, old-timey candy store in the Hudson Valley. After the original owner died in 2014, the friends purchased the small business known for creatingcraveable confections, nostalgic packaging and a sense of community.
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Snack Back in Time
Samuel’s Sweet Shop
Rhinebeck, N.Y.
ActorsPaul Rudd,Hilarie BurtonandJeffrey Dean Morganstarted out as customers atSamuel’s Sweet Shop, a small, old-timey candy store in the Hudson Valley. After the original owner died in 2014, the friends purchased the small business known for creatingcraveable confections, nostalgic packaging and a sense of community.
02of 15Get a Taste of the IslandsCorina QuachHonolulu, HawaiiJapanese sandos take center stage atMana Sandwiches, which offers dozens of sweet and savory options. Their popular options include Tonkatsu filled with a crispy pork cutlet and fresh fruit sandos packed with fluffy whipped cream and bookended with slices of soft, springy milk bread. The strawberry sandwich features strawberries imported from Japan.
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Get a Taste of the Islands
Corina Quach
Honolulu, Hawaii
Japanese sandos take center stage atMana Sandwiches, which offers dozens of sweet and savory options. Their popular options include Tonkatsu filled with a crispy pork cutlet and fresh fruit sandos packed with fluffy whipped cream and bookended with slices of soft, springy milk bread. The strawberry sandwich features strawberries imported from Japan.
03of 15Brunch Like a StarJennifer CauseyLos AngelesDwayne Johnson’sfavoritecheat mealisn’t just something to ogle on Instagram. With the star’s blessing, Johnson’s private chef Racquel “Rocky” Rockquemore-Breiz and her husband, Daniel, openedBrique French Toastery, where they serve the same five-inch-thick slices she “made him every single weekend.” Order it topped with peanut butter coconut maple syrup, vanilla whipped cream and toasted coconut, or an at-home version (read: only two inches thick!) topped with macadamia nuts and sweet bananas Foster syrup.
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Brunch Like a Star
Jennifer Causey
Los Angeles
Dwayne Johnson’sfavoritecheat mealisn’t just something to ogle on Instagram. With the star’s blessing, Johnson’s private chef Racquel “Rocky” Rockquemore-Breiz and her husband, Daniel, openedBrique French Toastery, where they serve the same five-inch-thick slices she “made him every single weekend.” Order it topped with peanut butter coconut maple syrup, vanilla whipped cream and toasted coconut, or an at-home version (read: only two inches thick!) topped with macadamia nuts and sweet bananas Foster syrup.
04of 15Watch the Disney Fireworks From DinnerCourtesy Four SeasonsOrlandoAtCapa, the Michelin-starred Spanish steakhouse on top of theFour Seasons Resort Orlando, diners can watch the nightlyDisney Worldfireworks over Magic Kingdom and Epcot from the spacious outdoor patio. Drop in for dinner or apost-parks nightcap.
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Watch the Disney Fireworks From Dinner
Courtesy Four Seasons
Orlando
AtCapa, the Michelin-starred Spanish steakhouse on top of theFour Seasons Resort Orlando, diners can watch the nightlyDisney Worldfireworks over Magic Kingdom and Epcot from the spacious outdoor patio. Drop in for dinner or apost-parks nightcap.
05of 15Discover the Best BagelJen GoldbergWestport, Conn.Locals who line up outside the original location ofPopUp Bagelsknow the rules: no slicing, no toasting and no schmearing (order cream cheese on the side for ripping and dipping). The simplicity highlights its perfection. The bagels are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside and served warm-from-the-oven.
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Discover the Best Bagel
Jen Goldberg
Westport, Conn.
Locals who line up outside the original location ofPopUp Bagelsknow the rules: no slicing, no toasting and no schmearing (order cream cheese on the side for ripping and dipping). The simplicity highlights its perfection. The bagels are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside and served warm-from-the-oven.
06of 15Take a Bite Out of ‘The Bear’Matt Dinerstein/FXChicagoIsMr. Beefthe inspiration for the family sandwich shop on FX’sThe Bear? Yes, chef! In fact most of the pilot episode was filmed at this no-frills joint that’s been serving hot Italian beef — marinated, thinly sliced meat dunked in au jus, topped with sweet peppers and spicy giardiniera and piled into French bread — since 1979.
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Take a Bite Out of ‘The Bear’
Matt Dinerstein/FX
Chicago
IsMr. Beefthe inspiration for the family sandwich shop on FX’sThe Bear? Yes, chef! In fact most of the pilot episode was filmed at this no-frills joint that’s been serving hot Italian beef — marinated, thinly sliced meat dunked in au jus, topped with sweet peppers and spicy giardiniera and piled into French bread — since 1979.
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Bjorn Wallander
New York City
It’s hard to look away from the mesmerizing Manhattan skyline at chefJosé Andrés’sjewel-toned barNubeluz, located on the 50th floor of theRitz-Carlton New Yorkhotel. Nibble on ibérico ham, sip on signature cocktails and take in view in all its glory.
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Play Like a (Mini) Golf Pro
David Cannon/Getty; PopStroke Entertainment Group
Glendale, Ariz.
09of 15Raise a Glass to the Ol' Blue EyesIcon Entertainment & HospitalityNashvilleThe Rat Pack era lives on atSinatra Bar & Lounge.Check out memorabilia andFrank’sown artwork, watch live music, and enjoy some of the singer’s favorite Italian dishes and steaks.
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Raise a Glass to the Ol' Blue Eyes
Icon Entertainment & Hospitality
Nashville
The Rat Pack era lives on atSinatra Bar & Lounge.Check out memorabilia andFrank’sown artwork, watch live music, and enjoy some of the singer’s favorite Italian dishes and steaks.
10of 15Dine with a Mountain ViewEva DabillJackson, Wyo.Gaze at the majestic Grand Teton mountains over pancakes at theChuckwagonor pizza on the outdoor deck. Guests can even cozy up next to a stone fireplace in the winter at theDornan’s resort.
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Dine with a Mountain View
Eva Dabill
Jackson, Wyo.
Gaze at the majestic Grand Teton mountains over pancakes at theChuckwagonor pizza on the outdoor deck. Guests can even cozy up next to a stone fireplace in the winter at theDornan’s resort.
11of 15Do an Indo-Chinese Food CrawlAlamy Stock PhotoEdison, N.J.About an hour outside New York City, thisLittle India is dotted with eateries serving the unique fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisine. Fiery, flavor-packed dishes, like Hakka lo mein noodles (above) and cauliflower gobi Manchurian, are cooked with ginger, garlic and chiles or simmered in thick sauces that resemble the consistency of Indian curries.
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Do an Indo-Chinese Food Crawl
Alamy Stock Photo
Edison, N.J.
About an hour outside New York City, thisLittle India is dotted with eateries serving the unique fusion of Indian and Chinese cuisine. Fiery, flavor-packed dishes, like Hakka lo mein noodles (above) and cauliflower gobi Manchurian, are cooked with ginger, garlic and chiles or simmered in thick sauces that resemble the consistency of Indian curries.
12of 15Do a Wine Tasting at the Top of a MountainDyke, Va.TheStone Mountain Vineyardstasting room, found at the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, sits at 1,700-ft. elevation — the highest in the state.
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Do a Wine Tasting at the Top of a Mountain
Dyke, Va.
TheStone Mountain Vineyardstasting room, found at the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, sits at 1,700-ft. elevation — the highest in the state.
13of 15Sip in SecretDavid J. CreweLas VegasIt may look like an ordinary salon within the Cosmopolitan hotel butBarbershop Cuts and Cocktails— which actually does offer cuts and trims during the day — has an unmarked janitor’s door that hides a swanky bar. Grab a drink made with whiskey to make the most of the speakeasy’s extensive selection.
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Sip in Secret
David J. Crewe
Las Vegas
It may look like an ordinary salon within the Cosmopolitan hotel butBarbershop Cuts and Cocktails— which actually does offer cuts and trims during the day — has an unmarked janitor’s door that hides a swanky bar. Grab a drink made with whiskey to make the most of the speakeasy’s extensive selection.
14of 15Explore Booze-Free DrinksHereafter PhotographyHood River, Ore.One of the first nonalcoholictasting roomsand distilleries in the country, botanical spirits makerWildertonoffers guided tours, sampling and mocktails that highlight the flavor and complexity of the zero-proof blends.
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Explore Booze-Free Drinks
Hereafter Photography
Hood River, Ore.
One of the first nonalcoholictasting roomsand distilleries in the country, botanical spirits makerWildertonoffers guided tours, sampling and mocktails that highlight the flavor and complexity of the zero-proof blends.
15of 15Overlook the French QuarterCafe SbisaNew OrleansAsk for a table on the balcony overlooking lively Decatur Street atCafe Sbisato enjoy a French Creole dinner with a side of prime people-watching.
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Overlook the French Quarter
Cafe Sbisa
New Orleans
Ask for a table on the balcony overlooking lively Decatur Street atCafe Sbisato enjoy a French Creole dinner with a side of prime people-watching.
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