The Secret History of Guacamole in the West (It Wasn’t Always Pretty)
In the 125 years that Sunset has been covering the West, one recipe has appeared in the magazine more than most: guacamole. It’s a dish that’s… Read More
In the 125 years that Sunset has been covering the West, one recipe has appeared in the magazine more than most: guacamole. It’s a dish that’s… Read More
The hot sun can leave skin parched and in need of some serious TLC, so why not soothe it with products that are filled with … Read More
I love the way Francesca Grace stages a house. I love it because every room doesn’t look the same. I love… Read More
The wines of the West are an integral part of the lifestyle that we celebrate in our pages—and the Sunset Wine Club is the essence of… Read More
With warmer weather finally on the horizon, it’s time to think about how we want to enjoy our outdoor spaces and if there are any… Read More
It’s a little hard to imagine Cinco de Mayo without a party—but it’s even harder to imagine it without tequila. Whatever you’re doing today, toast… Read More
It has been decades since Halley’s Comet made its last visit to our corner of the solar system—and if you’re old enough to remember 1986,… Read More
Part of a garden editor’s job is to always be on the lookout for new garden trends, and when not one, but four friends tell… Read More
For decades, author Andrea Nguyen has championed unbridled Vietnamese deliciousness. Her seven cookbooks anchor the Vietnamese-American and pan-Asian culinary canon… Read More
In the world of knives and culinary tools, few brands have the timeless utilitarian cool of Opinel. You likely have seen their… Read More
Walking into Crystal Wahpepah’s Oakland restaurant, Wahpepah’s Kitchen, is a vivid feast for all of the senses. Colorful Indigenous murals cover the… Read More
When I stopped drinking alcohol some 50-plus years ago, I started drinking a lot of stuff that wasn’t necessarily all that great for me. Sugary drinks… Read More
I like to think of dahlias as the Zendaya of the flower world—they’re gorgeous, occasionally wear bright colors, and don’t seem to mind if you stop… Read More
Trends are everywhere—even when it comes to flowers. One year a particular bloom is flourishing, and the next, it’s compost. This year, we suggest planting… Read More
Decorating a home with lots of color and pattern can make or break a look, and many of us are at a loss as to… Read More
What started in 2018 as a pop-up in the back of an off-campus bookstore has become a beacon of California Indigenous cuisine, where co-founders Vincent Medina… Read More
When we talk about native plants, we’re often referring to landscaping, but what about growing your own edible native plant garden? Native plants have adapted… Read More
Mike and Katherine, who prefer not to use their surnames, were living in a Mork-Ulnes Architects home in San Francisco when they started… Read More
Everyone is excited about the wildflower super bloom, but due to the ongoing atmospheric rivers that keep hitting the West Coast, there’s also a mushroom… Read More
Spring has sprung. Here’s what to do in your garden now, no matter where you are in the West. Plant -Create an herb meadow by… Read More
There’s nothing more exciting than deciding to grow your own vegetables or cut flowers at home. Maybe you’re going for a custom raised bed, or… Read More
Farmer Nick Cutsumpas is a full-time plant coach, urban gardener, and landscape designer whose mission is to leave the earth greener than when he found it… Read More
It happens all the time. Someone gives you a Trader Joe’s orchid—or you buy one for yourself—and you love it. The… Read More
Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink, stay, and shop. Read More
