Author: Sharon King Hoge

Go See

Internationally influential iconic art by Andrew Wyeth, an heiress's Oriental palace, and a film about a splintered family dynasty are enticing audiences in New York City. Here are two exhibits and a film you might want to go see.

A Tentful of Tables

Cottages & Gardens judges a colorful non-equine event at the Hampton Classic Horse Show

Carpe Diem Cooking

I’m sure we’re all a little blue over the fact that summer is coming to an end, but we've discovered some new kitchen gadgets to add some fun to your end-of-season cooking and grilling.

Spa Samplings

Sponsored by the International Spa Association, a coterie of companies set up temporary stations in New York City's elegant Gotham Hall to show off some of their brand new treatments and procedures.

Vacationing for the Modern Explorer

One of the seven natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls in Zambia, is a destination for adventurous sightseers, who are lured by its attractions, activities and luxury lodgings.

What's In Store?

Creative home accessories, illuminating fixtures, and a state of the art cooktop are among new products we've found while out shopping.

St. Petersburg

Exploring the waterways of Russia's elegant St. Petersburg

NYC Urban Eats

Excursions into the city are opportunities to try out new dining spots. Here are some we've sampled: an elegant space in the Armani flagship, an inventive pan-Asian bistro and a "good life" hangout for shoppers and sports fans.

Museum Must Sees

Gallery goers have some great new choices—a cluster of pods overlooking Central Park, a beer garden in the New York Historical Society and a wealth of women's art at the National Academy.

Gala Go To's

Honoring America's ballet company and New York City's leading Latino cultural institution, partygoers dressed up to watch dancing and award presentations.

Making Waves

Take the plunge and dive into summer with one of these white-hot chunky watches

Trade Secrets

Outsiders are "in," at Connecticut's exclusive plant show, which gives the public access to specialized dealers in plants and antiques.

Gaping Galore

Art shows and galleries around town have been keeping art aficionados busy. Here are some of the shows we've stopped by

Mario Nievera

Smart garden design means thoughtfully integrating the landscape with the home