Porch & Press

2026

4 articles

A diverse group of strangers dining together at an upscale, ticketed dinner party in New York City in 2026, highlighting the new trend in social entertaining.
Style & Society

Modern lifestyles transform entertaining traditions in 2026.

At a monthly dinner party in New York, groups of strangers pay upwards of $125 per person to dine.

Charlotte Beaumont·July 5, 2026
A rustic kitchen scene filled with fresh, colorful local produce, artisanal bread, and cheese, highlighting the bounty of Nova Scotia for home cooking.
Pantry & Table

The Rise of Locally Sourced Ingredients for Home Cooking in 2026

In Halifax, Nova Scotia, Mystic was named North America's Best New Restaurant in 2025, not for imported luxuries, but for cuisine rooted in the region's natural abundance.

Nora Haddad·June 23, 2026
A whimsical bronze white squirrel sculpture named Sage in a vibrant garden with native plantings, surrounded by people enjoying interactive and educational spaces.
Gardens & Gatherings

New moments of joy bloom in gardens in 2026

On June 9, Norcross Discovery Garden Park will unveil a new bronze white squirrel sculpture named Sage, part of an interactive public arts project designed to engage visitors.

Brandon Lee·May 28, 2026
Aerial view of a bustling California music festival on Memorial Day Weekend 2026, with stages, crowds, and scenic hills.
Hearth & Home

California's Festival Frenzy Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend 2026

California is set to host a vibrant array of festivals for Memorial Day Weekend 2026, offering diverse experiences from music and wine at BottleRock Napa Valley to the unique Kinetic Grand Championship.

Ingrid Larson·May 23, 2026