Author Archives: Sarah Yang

7 Tips for Taking Better Photos at Night, According to a Professional Photographer

Night photography takes not only a keen eye but quite a bit of planning. Sunset’s staff photographer has been shooting the outdoors for 25… Read More

Here’s the Real Truth About How Restaurants Set Wait Times

Imagine: You’ve finally made it to that new, buzzy neighborhood spot in your neck of the woods—you know, the one that only accepts… Read More

Make These Recipes in August to Celebrate the End of Summer

Even though the summer season ends on September 22, unofficially, it really does feel like August is the tail end of the most… Read More

Want Limited-Edition Gear? Visit the Sunset Shop!

Whether you’re looking for a gift, in need of new kitchen and home gear, or just want to show your love for Sunset magazine,… Read More

A Kitschy Balboa Island Cottage Got a Colorful, Quirky Makeover

Nothing can beat the location of this four-bedroom, six-bathroom home on Balboa Island in Newport Beach, California: a cozy, tight-knit community that’s accessible… Read More

The Best Way to Enjoy Wine This Summer? At a Vineyard’s Pool

Think a trip to a gorgeous, design-minded winery is the ultimate tasting experience? Adding a pool can make the entire outing even… Read More

These Are the Perfect Wine and Cheese Pairings, According to Chefs

As far as we’re concerned, wine and cheese is like the salt and pepper of pairings. A great glass of vino and… Read More

8 Dog-Friendly Furniture and Decor Pieces That Actually Look Chic

Brightly colored chew toys, dog beds that solely focus on function… it’s easy to assume your furry family member’s favorite things can cramp… Read More

This Program Is Helping Wildfire Victims Rebuild Architecturally Beautiful Homes

Eighty years after the Case Study Houses program famously challenged architects such as Richard Neutra, Charles Eames, and Eero Saarinen to create easily replicable… Read More

Traveling? Here’s How to Eat Healthy without Getting Major FOMO

While we love soaking up the sights and staying in a gorgeous hotel as much as the next jetsetter, we have to level… Read More

11 Recipes That Star Watermelon, the Unofficial Fruit of Summer

There’s no doubt about it, watermelon is the unofficial fruit of summer. On a sweltering day, nothing sounds better than a cold, refreshing, juicy,… Read More

This Is the Coolest Design Feature You Could Have This Summer

They say there’s no place like home, but once summer rolls around, our space’s four walls suddenly feel restricting. Where the action’s really at… Read More

Now, You Can ‘Ride’ Classic Disneyland Rides at Home

Can’t make it to Disneyland? Well, now you can enjoy the Happiest Place on Earth from the comfort of your own home. In celebration… Read More

How Three Design-Savvy Daughters Created the Ultimate Retreat for Their Retired Mom

When physician Cynthia Chua decided she wanted to relocate from Cincinnati to Seattle to retire, she enlisted the help of her two daughters… Read More

The Downsizing Tips a Professional Organizer Wants You to Know

As we anticipate a potential “silver tsunami” (a.k.a. a surge of older homeowners downsizing), Amanda Titchenal already has several clients… Read More

Costco Is Opening 7 New Stores in August—and 2 Are in the West (and 1 in Mexico!)

If you’ve been rejoicing at the news that Costco has begun serving Coca-Cola products in their food courts again (I have!), there’s even… Read More

Here’s How Much Time (and Money) You’ll Actually Spend on Your Next Renovation

We’ve all heard the running joke that a renovation ends up costing twice as much and taking twice as long. But after delays… Read More

Are Animal-Focused Activities the Next Big Travel Trend?

We’re not going to sugar-coat it for you: A huge part of booking a vacation is finding the perfect hotel. So what catches your… Read More

How Long Should You Age Your Wine For? Here’s What the Pros Say

There’s a reason why people say the best things in life age like fine wine. We know, waiting to uncork that buttery Chardonnay… Read More

A Healdsburg Vacation Home Is a Whimsical, Delightful Space

This 1,250-square-foot weekend retreat in Healdsburg was originally built in 1905. After the owners bought it in 2014 and an extensive redesign and… Read More

The Best Cocktails and Spirits in the West Right Now—Read Our 2025 Spirits Issue

You rarely forget the first cocktail of the vacation. Whether it’s the little rum shooter on a tray they give you at check-in… Read More

These Are the Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

Every year that we host the annual Sunset International Spirits Competition, we’re blown away by the sheer breadth, depth, and excellence of… Read More

Double Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

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Gold Winners of the 2025 Sunset International Spirits Competition

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