Author Archives: Sarah Yang

A Driveway Is Transformed into a Gardener’s Multi-Use Retreat

When my wife and I finally got around to re-landscaping our 1922 Spanish-style bungalow in Los Angeles, we did what many space-challenged Angelenos do:… Read More

These Will Be the Biggest Design Trends of 2023

Following design trends can be a tricky balance. Sure, you probably want to update your space to look like it belongs in the 21st… Read More

17 Delicious Dishes That Also Happen to Be Healthy

When you think of “healthy” food, sad, tasteless salads, boring chicken breast, and bland grains might come to mind. That image can seem… Read More

How to Plan a Trip to Santa Ynez, Jenni Kayne-Style

In recent years the Santa Ynez Valley has become the not-so-secret perfect California Central Coastal getaway thanks to its rolling hills, low-key top-shelf wineries,… Read More

The 10 Recipes Sunset Readers Made Over and Over Again in 2022

Well, here we are—at the end of 2022. You might be asking, “Where did the time go?” And to that I say, “Same.” But… Read More

These Are the Best Books of 2022, According to Goodreads

This year was another good one for readers everywhere. There were so many exciting books to read across the board in terms of… Read More

What Makes a Rose Good Enough for the Rose Bowl Game? An Expert Explains

Growing up in Pasadena, California, I always associated New Year’s Day with the Rose Parade and Rose Bowl… Read More

A Jackson Hole Home Designed to Maximize the Spectacularly Rugged Grand Teton Views Outside

When you’ve got a blank slate with stunning views of the Grand Teton mountains, you’re pretty much obligated to take advantage of the… Read More

17 Spots to Visit in Seattle (and No, the Space Needle Isn’t Included)

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret travel tips from local experts. Follow along as we learn where to eat, drink,… Read More

13 Ways You Can Make Your Next Dinner Party the Best One Yet

Think back to the most fun dinner party you’ve attended. What do you remember most about it? Was it the beautiful tablescape and… Read More

The 2023 Flower of the Year Is a Stunner That You Can Easily Find—Even at Your Local Trader Joe’s

We’ve already told you about the Pantone Color of Year, the other trending colors of 2023 highlighted by paint companies, and the… Read More

A Mid-Century House Originally Designed by Elvis Presley’s Architect Is Reimagined and Restored

When it comes to restoring mid-century homes, principal designers and co-founders of Hollis Jordyn Design, Hollis LaPlante… Read More

What Sunset Editors Are Cooking This Holiday Season

We do holiday food better in the West. That is the wholly unscientific, entirely biased, thoroughly questionable, but incredibly delicious conclusion of a… Read More

The Gear, the Books, and the Know-How to Finally Get into Foraging

Viet Pham grew up in the Bay Area with parents who adored cooking, instilling in him a curiosity for cuisine at a young age. Read More

Every Single West Coast Location Featured in Netflix’s ‘Harry & Meghan’ Documentary

No matter how you feel about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, you can’t argue that they create a… Read More

The 2023 Plant of the Year Is a Two-Toned Wonder—Is It Right for Your Home?

There’s the Color of the Year (Pantone called it with Viva Magenta), but did you know there’s also the Plant of the Year?… Read More

These Are the Best Entertaining Tips You’ll Ever Hear—Straight from Professional Event Planners

Throwing a party is both exciting and stressful. Don’t you love a dichotomy? On one hand, it can be fun because it’s a chance… Read More

Is This the Perfect Hostess Gift? And No, It’s Not What You’d Expect

There’s no better way to warm up in the winter than sipping on a whiskey by the fire, and even better if it’s one… Read More

IKEA’s Big Winter Sale Is Here—These Are All the Deals You Shouldn’t Sleep On

There are so many sales this time of year to take advantage of, and there’s one more to add to the list:… Read More

Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Wine (and More)—Read Our 2022 Wine Issue Now

Wine is a beautiful thing to behold on so many levels. The wine itself is sheer liquid poetry: the viscosity, color, aroma, and, yes… Read More

Glennon Doyle and Abby Wambach’s Home Is Cape Cod Meets California Modern

Best-selling author Glennon Doyle and soccer icon Abby Wambach wanted their new home by the beach… Read More

6 Tricks That Will Maximize a Small Space, Guaranteed

Join guest editor Camille Styles as she and her family transform a 1950s Malibu beach bungalow into their dream retreat—and in the process, discover… Read More

These Are the Best Restaurants in California, According to the Brand New Michelin Awards

The Michelin Guide just announced its 2022 Star selection restaurants in California and there are some welcome additions. Stars… Read More

Pantone Just Announced Its 2023 Color of the Year, and It’s a Bold One

Every year the design world (along with the fashion and beauty industries) awaits Pantone’s big Color of the Year announcement. And every… Read More