Kat Odell

Freelance Reporter

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In Defense of $23 Nonalcoholic Cocktails

At least the well-made ones.

March 6, 2026

March 6, 2026

In Defense of $23 Nonalcoholic Cocktails

At least the well-made ones.

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January 30, 2026

January 30, 2026

Why Is There a Martini on Every Menu Right Now?

Even as people drink less, bars are leaning hard on the drink’s profit power in cities like New York and London.

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January 10, 2026

January 10, 2026

The 20 Most Exciting Restaurants Openings Across the US

The trends you’ll see: even more Japanese prime beef, star chefs working the counter and large-format martinis.

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December 1, 2025

December 1, 2025

The Best Food and Drink Gifts of the Season

The ultimate gift guide for people who like to cook, bake, eat and drink.

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October 2, 2025

October 2, 2025

Nine New Reasons to Head Upstate for Dinner in New York

Scenic seafood shacks and destination diners with $18 burgers are now part of the landscape north of the city.

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September 4, 2025

September 4, 2025

The 14 Best New Restaurants and Bars to Book in New York for Fall

Star chefs are moving to Brooklyn, and the city’s Indian food scene keeps growing.

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September 2, 2025

September 2, 2025

Erewhon Is Coming to NYC With a Tonic Bar Inside a West Village Padel Club

The cult Los Angeles grocery chain is opening up its first Manhattan location in a private members complex later this year.

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August 9, 2025

August 9, 2025

Back-to-School Gear Guide From a Design-Loving Parent

Form and function for littles and those a little older

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June 28, 2025

June 28, 2025

Need a Good Host or Hostess Gift? Here’s More Than Twenty

Make sure you’re the houseguest that gets invited back every summer.

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June 27, 2025

June 27, 2025

New Drinks, With and Without Alcohol, to Take Everywhere This Summer

The best of the latest canned and bottled beverages include a tequila drink from a Hamptons party pro and a booze-free take on natural wine.

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May 29, 2025

May 29, 2025

Seven Restaurants Worth a Drive from New York City

One more reason to forget the Hamptons this summer.

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May 21, 2025

May 21, 2025

Sushi Deflation Comes to New York, With $58 Menus

The city’s premium sushi counters are famously expensive. Some top chefs are out to change that.

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May 19, 2025

May 19, 2025

Nine Travel Products That Will Make Summer Vacation a Breeze

The accessories, gadgets and chic new luggage that will help you travel in style this summer.

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May 13, 2025

May 13, 2025

The Top Nine New Places to Eat, Drink and Party in the Hamptons This Summer

Daytime parties will abound, and New York City pizza will dominate.

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April 22, 2025

April 22, 2025

Nine Graduation Gift Ideas for Uncertain Times

We sourced things that say “congratulations,” and also “stay nimble, young friend.”

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April 15, 2025

April 15, 2025

The 11 Most Exciting New Restaurants in Upstate New York for Summer Trips

Plus, a new bakery cheat sheet for fully loaded breakfast sandwiches, bagels and genius icebox pie.

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April 2, 2025

April 2, 2025

Since When Did Everything Become a Croissant in New York?

There’s no limit to what versions of the buttery treat—from pizza to cereal—people will line up for.

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March 18, 2025

March 18, 2025

Printemps Arrives in New York With a Heady Mix of High Fashion and Fine Dining

At the glamorous retail store downtown, immersive shopping and food are seamlessly woven together.

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March 12, 2025

March 12, 2025

The Eight Top Upstate New York Hotels to Escape to This Summer

Skip the Hamptons and head north of the city, where properties are awash in boutique bath products and farm-chic hospitality.

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February 15, 2025

February 15, 2025

What’s the Secret to the World’s Greatest Sushi?

It’s so small but so exquisite. Here’s how it gets that way.

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