Author Archives: Nicole Clausing

Mid-Century Meets Morocco in Palm Springs

The most stylish shop owners in Palm Springs host a socially distanced holiday party in their midcentury home. Read More

Sunset Loves: The Krinner Tree Stand

Sometimes we just love a product so much we have to tell you about it right now. I’m a ham for Christmas. I start playing… Read More

Discover the Small Town Charm of Santa Rosa

Please note that some attractions may be closed or restricted due to COVID-19. What’s not to love about a city that embraces you… Read More

How to Build the Ultimate Holiday Cheese Board

2020 has probably been the year in which you mastered sourdough, perfected your roast chicken, and dialed in your mixological magic at the home… Read More

Temecula Valley Wine Country Is a Little Slice of Italy—and Argentina—in Southern California

Just an hour and a half inland from Los Angeles on the backside of the Angeles National Forest and an hour north of San… Read More

The Inexpensive Tool Pro Carpenters Swear By

There’s a lot to be said for measuring twice and cutting once. But the old carpentry adage about wisdom is only half the battle. Read More

Our Thanksgiving Wine Guide Is the Key to a Happy Holiday

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Holidays have been strange lately. Read More

Crescere Wines Is a Familia Affair

If you’re hard-pressed to imagine getting through the holidays with your family, try making a high-stakes, high-end wine with them. But that’s exactly what… Read More

The Best Outdoor Gear Innovations

It’s been a year of turmoil and chaos in the West, from the pandemic to the fires and beyond. But one thing is for… Read More

The Carnivorous Plant That’s Taking Over TikTok—and Five of its Hungry Friends

You love plants, but you HATE flies (and fungus gnats, and mosquitos). Enter the Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula), a hungry stunner with long… Read More

How the Perfect Grinder Can Make or Break Your Cup of Coffee

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Aharon Coffee is a Los… Read More

Give Yourself a Break, and Other Working-from-Home Tips to Boost Your Productivity

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. I asked my colleagues for… Read More

A River Runs Through It. Now What?

Always check with rangers or administrators about seasonal water flow before heading out. Understand tidal flow and the impact of recent or expected rain… Read More

Best Camping Gear for Dog Owners

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Read More

Best Warm Clothes for Fall Camping

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Read More

Best Knives and Axes for Camping

We’ve assembled our favorite quiver of axes, blades, multi-tools, and knives to help you stay sharp, no matter what project you might happen to… Read More

Going Off the Beaten Path? This Is the Gear to Get You There—and Back

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Read More

Best Tents and Sleeping Gear for Camping

Sure, you need a tent and sleeping bag. But smart upgrades to everyday camping gear will make your next camping experience that much better. Read More

Good Moon Rising

2020 has been particularly cruel to the West in the last few weeks. I’m sure I’m not alone in feeling like my world, already… Read More

Leave Nothing but Footprints, and Other Rules to Camp By

Camping is a low-impact, rather than no-impact, way to travel, one of those Zen riddles in which we’re both part of the problem and… Read More

Your Cup of Coffee Has Two Ingredients—Make Them Both Count

Aharon Coffee is a Los Angeles-based roaster and purveyor supplying beans to premiere businesses throughout the region. A favorite of the Sunset Staff, Aharon… Read More

6 of Our Favorite Shoes and Boots to Put Your Best Foot Forward

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. We tested this footwear everywhere… Read More

Make Cold Brew Like the Pros

We only recommend things we love. If you buy something through our site, we might earn a commission. Aharon Coffee is a Los… Read More

Our Favorite Coastal Inns, Hotels, and Resorts from Seattle to San Diego

These delightful seaside properties, from funky to luxe, are ready when you are. Read More