Author Archives: Sarah Yang

A Hydrothermal Explosion Has Shut Down Some Parts of Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park, renowned for its majestic geothermal features, recently experienced a rare and powerful event—a hydrothermal explosion near Sapphire Pool in the… Read More

8 Things You Need to Do to Help Your Garden Beat the Summer Heat

Gardens are abuzz and harvest baskets are full. Here’s how to soak up the last of the season while prepping for the… Read More

4 of the Most ‘Impossibly Unaffordable’ Places to Live Are in California

“Impossibly unaffordable” are two words that Californians are probably less than thrilled to hear. In a recent report from Chapman… Read More

This Beachy Neighborhood Is L.A.’s Best-Kept Secret—A Local Chef Dishes on What to Do

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… Read More

4 Foolproof Ways to Save Money on Your Hotel Room

Summer is here, and if you clicked your way to this corner of the Internet, it’s likely you are spending a lot of money… Read More

A Garden Editor’s Guide to Great Skin

Social media serves me a lot of skincare products, A LOT of them. While I’m mostly to blame for clicking on ads that… Read More

12 Camping Essentials Outdoorsy People Swear By

If the glorious sunshine, lush greenery, and kaleidoscopic sunsets are any indication, Mother Nature is really showing off this summer. So, why not… Read More

This 1,700-Square-Foot Beach Cottage Got a Charming, Americana-Inspired Glow-Up

This Sears-Roebuck-era bungalow in Huntington Beach had been well-loved for over 15 years by its owners. The high-school sweetheart owners had frequented the… Read More

These Are the Best-Rated Beach Umbrellas, According to Actual Reviews

As the summer sun blazes down, a beach umbrella becomes an essential accessory for anyone looking to enjoy a day by the ocean… Read More

The Amazon Prime Day Deals Our Editors Are Shopping

It’s the biggest shopping day of the year—Amazon Prime Day! This year is no different than the others; there are plenty of deals to… Read More

‘Yellowstone’s’ Costume Designer Tells You How to Get the Western Look Just Right

There’s no arguing that country fashion is having a moment, and who better to speak to it than Johnetta Boone, a 30-year veteran costume… Read More

I Tried the Viral Chickpea Blondies TikTok Recipe—Here’s My Honest Review

I’m just days away from my 30th birthday, but I’ll admit it: I have been influenced by Alix Earle. The 23-year-old internet sensation and… Read More

5 Crucial Rules for Picking the Perfect Summer Wine

If Summer Fridays and weekends at the beach are any indication, summer is the ultimate opportunity to cash in on some much-needed chill… Read More

Here’s How to Help Your Garden Survive a Heatwave

Summer might be the peak production season in your garden, but above-average temps and heat domes don’t quite make for happy horticulture. Even… Read More

A Kitchen with a Closed-off Footprint Is Reimagined for a Family That Loves to Cook

Layout and flow is so important in a kitchen, often the hub of the home where everything happens—cooking, eating, gathering, et cetera. If a… Read More

It’s Officially ‘Hot Tea Summer’—Here’s What That Means

I’m about to turn 30, so I’ve started exploring potential party themes. Call it embracing my inner anglophile or simply needing some extra caffeine… Read More

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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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. Read More