CULTURE
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine We travel back in time to an era when Olympian gods reigned supreme, and heroic poetry was recited at symposia — the lively eating and drinking gatherings hosted by affluent individuals to entertain important male friends with music, mimes, acrobats, dancing, and philosophical discussions.
From the North Sea to New York City: The Culinary Journey of Herring’s Seasonal Delight
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com The new herring season has recently concluded, and there's...
Annual New Jersey State Fair Celebrates Diversity With Mix of Agriculture, Education, and Fun
On Aug. 12, the New Jersey State Fair wrapped up its 9-day run in the town of Augusta, New Jersey. While...
The Endangered Dugong: A Marine Mammal Linked with Legend
With an unusual name to match their unusual appearance, dugongs are the sea cows of the south. Like their...
The ‘Four Gentlemen’ of Chinese Culture
In ancient China, a place where self-cultivation and virtue were considered noble pursuits, four gentlemen...
Discovering Andalucía: A Rich Tapestry of History, Culture, and Passion
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Nestled in the southern realm of the Iberian Peninsula...
NY: Flushing Town Hall to Premier Award-winning Taiwanese Puppet Show ‘The Paper Play’
On Sunday, August 13, Flushing Town Hall (FTH), located at 137-35 Northern Blvd in New York, will be...
Chinese Autumn Begins With Liqiu and the Body is Rejuvenated with White Fungus Soup (Recipe)
According to Chinese tradition, autumn begins in August, with the thirteenth solar term Liqiu (立秋), a...
Rediscovering Madeira: A Blend of Delectable Cuisine, Wine, and Fun in the Sun
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com 35 years after our memorable visit — filled with delightful...
Mysterious Memory of Water and Its Astounding Applications
Many ancient philosophies recognize five elements as the fundamental building blocks of all matter. In...