Author: kristyalpert

American Way: Kid Food Grown Up

Kid Food Grown Up THERE’S NO REASON to be ashamed of your cravings for cheesy mac or your penchant for Pop-Tarts. In fact, playful chefs around the world are encouraging patrons to eat like a kid by putting a sophisticated spin on childhood staples. Here are four of our favorites:…

Van Winkles: Sleep Spas

Seven Spas Worldwide that Specialize in Revitalizing the Sleepless By Kristy Alpert  Neither the plushest of duvets nor the darkest of blackout shades can lull a jet-lagged guest to sleep. In fact, the American Sleep Association found that nearly 93 percent of all travellers experience the time-zone twist at some point in their lifetimes. Passing through…

Men’s Health: Beef Bourguignon

Is This the Best Recipe for Beef Stew Ever? Slow-cook the meat to tender perfection. Then feast on the delicious high-protein meal BY  KRISTY ALPERT PHOTO BY DANIEL DAVEY Some call it “sauté de boeuf à la Bourguignonne.” Others just call it “beef stew.” Julia Child famously referred to it as…