Third Places: Redesigning Our Social and Productive Lives
Discover how third places—cafés, parks, and community spaces—are reshaping social life, productivity, and well-being in contemporary cities.
Culture
Pecorino Romano: An Italian Tradition Reaching Its Peak in 2026
Discover the history, production, and cultural legacy of Pecorino Romano, Italy’s iconic sheep’s milk cheese rooted in over 2,000 years of tradition.
Can You Patent a Color? Vantablack, Pantone, and Trademarked Hues
Light is a universal physical phenomenon—a frequency that moves through space without regard for borders or contracts. Yet at the intersection of technology, art, and commerce, an unsettling question emerges: can a color become private property? This debate is not merely aesthetic. It involves patents, usage rights, trademarks, and an ethical conversation about the limits of […]
Casa Chakán: A Restored Sanctuary in Mérida
Discover Casa Chakán in Mérida, a restored 20th-century mansion blending heritage architecture with conscious hospitality and contemporary design.
Dixy Rodríguez Names “Too Much” Mexican: Meximalism as Cultural Identity
Discover Meximalism, the movement founded by Dixy Rodríguez that celebrates Mexican identity through color, abundance, and cultural pride.
A Guide to Eating in Japan: Cuisine Types, Restaurant Formats & How to Choose Well
Discover how to choose restaurants in Japan, from sushi and ramen specialties to izakaya culture, Tabelog tips, and the art of hara hachi bu.
Greenwashing: The Hidden Dangers of Ecocide in Fashion
Greenwashing in fashion: understand how brands use misleading sustainability claims and learn how to identify truly responsible products.
Joel Escalona: Mexican Design in the Territory of Reflection
Discover Joel Escalona’s vision of contemporary Mexican design, from custom pieces at NONO to his curatorial role at ZⓈONAMACO in Mexico City.
Sacred Japan: The Invisible Map of the Kami
Explore Japan's sacred geography through Shinto belief, where mountains, waterfalls, and stones become living vessels for divine presence.
Paris: The First City to Illuminate Europe’s Nights
Discover how Paris became the first city in Europe to introduce public lighting and earned its famous nickname, “The City of Light.”
Essential Novels About World War II
Explore iconic novels about World War II—stories of resistance, hope, memory, and the human condition, from historical epics to personal testimonies.
Theobromine vs. Caffeine: A Ritual Guide to Cacao and Its Benefits
Discover the differences between cacao and coffee, the science of theobromine, and how to prepare ceremonial-grade cacao at home.
10 Mexican Authors and Their Timeless Classics
Explore 10 essential Mexican authors and their most iconic books—from Octavio Paz to Guadalupe Nettel—and discover the stories that define a nation.
Visit French Polynesia
Discover French Polynesia through island-hopping, coral gardens, black pearls, and unforgettable luxury in paradise.
Museums to Hit in NYC 2026
NYC 2026 art calendar from MoMA and The Met to The Morgan and Public Art Fund. Here’s your guide to museum exhibitions to catch this year
Pujol by Enrique Olvera Turned 25 in New York
A look inside Pujol’s 25th-anniversary pop-up in New York—an intimate Resy collaboration where Enrique Olvera brought memory, tradition, and emotion to Manhattan.
The HOTBOOK Christmas Giftguide 2025
Discover HOTBOOK’s Christmas Gift Guide 2025, featuring beauty sets, fashion accessories, tech picks, and design-forward gifts for the winter season.
Museums in NYC for People Who Only Go for the Gift Shop
Discover the best museum gift shops in NYC, from The Met to MoMA, perfect for design lovers, merch collectors, and anyone who treats museums like boutiques.
NYC Record Stores for People Who Treat Crate-Digging Like a Personality
Discover NYC’s most niche and personality-filled record stores, from punk institutions to experimental havens—perfect for true vinyl lovers and deep-dive diggers.
Movie Theaters in NYC for People Who Think They Could Direct
Discover the best independent movie theaters in NYC—intimate, curated cinemas perfect for cinephiles who prefer moody screens over multiplexes.
Exhibits in NYC This Week for People Who Pretend They Read Wall Texts
Discover the top art exhibitions in NYC this week—shows that impress, inspire, and make you look cultured, whether or not you actually read the wall text.
Williamsburg: The Other Side of The Bridge.
A local’s guide to Williamsburg, exploring the cafés, vintage shops, restaurants, and nightlife that define Brooklyn’s most enduringly cool neighborhood.
