Author Archives: Sarah Yang

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… 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. 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… 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… 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. 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… 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… Read More

Double Gold Winners of the 2023 Sunset International Spirits Competition

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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… 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… Read More

You’ve Never Seen Flowers as Beautiful as the Ones at This Epic Northern California Farm

Hannah Rose Rivers Muller is essentially a farmer-florist by birth. She was born at Full Belly Farm, located in the… Read More

Still Need Help Planning Your Summer Vacation? Our Newsletter Can Help!

Every summer travel season is a busy one, but many experts believe that it’s going to be another crazy one. With more people… Read More

The Trader Joe’s Products Chefs Are Buying this Summer

Summer has arrived, which means it’s officially time to enjoy some much-needed fun in the sun. We stocked up on SPF and bug… Read More

Does the Middle Seat on Planes Get Both Armrests? Flight Attendants Sound Off

Regardless of your airline, travel route, or your boarding group, every single flight has something in common: Any seats in the middle of… Read More

This California City Is the Best Place to Raise a Family for the Third Year in a Row

The Bay Area is the ideal place to raise a family in the U.S.—the city of Fremont, California, to be exact. Personal finance website… Read More

7 Tips for Conquering Jet Lag, According to People Who Travel for a Living

When you book a red-eye from the West Coast to Asia or a long-haul to Europe, it’s easy to write the time difference… Read More

This 1920s Spanish Bungalow Makeover Was a Flip Redo

All house flips aren’t created equally, that’s for sure. Luckily even though this 1920s Spanish bungalow in Los Angeles went through a quick… Read More

The Ultimate Malibu Summer 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