Author Archives: Sarah Yang

Step Inside This Stylish, Bright, and Spacious Houseboat

When Blythe Friedmann made the decision to move out of her stately Edwardian home in San Francisco’s eclectic Mission neighborhood, she had only one… Read More

These Stores Offer All the Pleasures of Erewhon at Half the Price

Erewhon, the luxury organic grocery store, has long been the darling of health-conscious foodies, with its premium products and chic ambiance. However, not everyone can… Read More

These Are the Best Books of the Year So Far

We’re halfway through the year (can you believe it?!) and if you’ve been keeping up with new releases, you’d probably agree it’s been another… Read More

These Are the Design Choices People Want to Undo in Their Homes

Much like buyers’ remorse, there is such a thing as renovation regret. It’s inevitable, too, if you decide to take a chance with a… Read More

It Took 14 Years to Transform This Charmless Craftsman into a Colorful, Family-Friendly Space

Sure, renovations that seem to happen overnight can be awe-inspiring, but there’s something to be said about renovations that happen gradually. What you need in… Read More

The 4th of July Sales Our Editors Are Shopping

When you’re not firing up the grill, lounging by the pool or the beach, watching fireworks, or whatever you have planned this holiday,… Read More

The Ultimate Carmel, California Itinerary

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

The New Summer Products at Trader Joe’s You Need to Know About

For summer parties and barbecues, you probably have your go-to recipes and buys, and you probably don’t really veer from the menu too much. Why… Read More

Mangoes Are the ‘It’ Fruit Right Now—Here’s the Right Way to Prepare and Cut Them

Summer is *finally* here, which means it’s also mango’s time to shine. Peak mango season is generally from May through September,… Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Vertical Vegetable Gardening

Ever wish you had more room to grow? We’ve got a secret to instantly increase your square footage, and we’re growing up, my friends. No… Read More

This Is How You Fix a Weird and Sterile Remodel

Everyone has their own design aesthetic, and that’s welcomed. If everyone liked the same things, the world would definitely be a lot more boring. Read More

Level up Your Floral Arranging Game with These Essential Tools

Looking to step up your flower gardening game? We’ve tapped into the tasteful toolbelt of Hannah Rose Rivers Muller, master floral farmer and author of… Read More

The Best Beaches in the West, According to the ‘Beach Doctor’

The rankings for the best beaches in the United States are in, and several are located out West. Stephen P. Leatherman,… Read More

Colorful Accessories to Transform Your Patio into an Outdoor Oasis

Oliver Furth, A-List interior designer, AD100 winner, and author of Op! Optimistic Interiors, is no stranger to bold shapes and bright… Read More

These Are the ‘It’ Books of Summer 2024

This summer’s crop of new releases has something for everyone. Looking for a romantic beach read? You’ve got a lot of options that will… Read More

7 Grilling Mistakes Pitmasters Are Begging You to Stop Making

Just as winter is a time for hearty stew or a cup of hot cocoa, summer is the grilling season. (After all, what better meal… Read More

8 Travel Hacks We Learned from TikTok

With my sister starting her medical residency in Northern California and my in-laws on the East Coast, I take a lot of flights from Orange… Read More

A Retired Couple Treated Themselves to a Bathroom Makeover—See the Luxe Transformation

Sometimes you have to treat yourself and that was the case for two homeowners in San Mateo, California. “Our clients are a retired couple with… Read More

Forget the Barbie Dreamhouse—This Stunning Pink Ombré Home in L.A. Is Pure Design Eye-Candy

Perched above Los Angeles in the Mount Washington neighborhood is a home that rivals Barbie’s Dream House. The Spanish Revival… Read More

Our 2024 Spirits Issue Is Out. Read It Now!

There’s something special about hotel bars. They combine the romance of travel and the deliciousness of a well-made drink in a welcoming space that’s the… Read More

Announcing the Winners of the Annual Sunset International Spirits Competition

It’s a wonderful wide, wide world of spirits in the West, and each year we host the Sunset International Spirits Competition… Read More

Double Gold Winners of the 2023 Sunset International Spirits Competition

Best of Class and Show | Gold Winners BrandNameAwardExtra HonorsWebsite 503 DistillingSilent Rock Vanilla Whiskey CreamDouble Gold/Best of Class… Read More

Gold Winners of the 2023 Sunset International Spirits Competition

Best of Class and Show | Double Gold Winners BrandNameAwardExtra HonorsWebsite Absinthia Organic Absinthe SuperieureAbsinthia Absinthe VerteGoldabsinthia.com Angel's EnvyAngel's Envy… Read More

These Are the Outdoor Essentials Designers Are Actually Buying

Now that summer has finally arrived, it’s time for you to heed your call of the wild and head outside. Of course, you’re not… Read More