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Evelyn Chen

Senior Editor

Evelyn Chen has spent over two decades documenting the world's most compelling culinary and travel stories. Before joining Style and Status, she was the international editor for Gastronome Monthly, where she earned a James Beard Award for her series on the evolution of modern French-Japanese fusion. Her long-form features have appeared in Condé Nast Traveler and Saveur, and she is the author of the critically acclaimed book, "The Sommelier's Journey." Evelyn's approach is deeply immersive, focusing on the people, places, and craftsmanship behind every extraordinary experience.

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Latest Articles

Jaylen Brown's luxurious Boston penthouse with stunning city skyline views, featuring industrial-chic design and high-end furnishings.
Travel

Jaylen Brown Lists Boston Penthouse for $4.9 Million

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has unveiled his Fort Point penthouse for sale, a striking $4.

Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read

A sophisticated cocktail made with Luxardo's new decaffeinated espresso liqueur, presented in a dimly lit, upscale bar setting.
Cuisine & Spirits

New Decaf Espresso Liqueur Launches for Cocktails

Luxardo unveils what it claims is the world's first decaffeinated espresso liqueur, exclusively for the US market.

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read

Luxurious modern mansion in the Hollywood Hills at sunset, showcasing sleek architecture and an infinity pool, representing Chris Evans' listed property.
Travel

Chris Evans Lists Hollywood Hills Home for $6.395 Million

Chris Evans' Hollywood Hills home, acquired for $3.

Jun 6, 2026 · 3 min read

A bottle of Benriach 31-Year-Old "Shades of Smoke" single malt Scotch whisky, aged 31 years, presented in a luxurious setting with subtle smoke effects.
Cuisine & Spirits

Benriach Releases 31-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Shades of Smoke

Benriach unveils a 31-year-old single malt, distilled in 1994, the pivotal year its peated whisky production surged.

Jun 5, 2026 · 2 min read

A diverse group of people enjoying a high-end culinary event, with chefs present, supporting the Citymeals on Wheels charity.
Travel

Citymeals on Wheels Tasting Event Unites Chefs for New York City

Over its history, the Citymeals on Wheels Chefs' Tribute event has quietly amassed nearly $22 million, directly funding meal services for New York City's homebound elderly.

Jun 4, 2026 · 2 min read

A bottle of Bardstown Bourbon Company's experimental Japanese whisky blend, showcasing a fusion of Japanese and Kentucky distilling traditions, presented in an elegant bar setting.
Cuisine & Spirits

Bardstown Bourbon Company Releases Experimental Japanese Whisky Blend

In a bold move challenging centuries of tradition, Bardstown Bourbon Company has co-aged Japanese single malts, previously finished in umeshu plum liqueur and sakura cherrywood barrels, with Kentucky

Jun 4, 2026 · 3 min read

The Kadeau restaurant interior, bathed in a spotlight, celebrating its hard-won third Michelin star after a period of bankruptcy.
Cuisine & Spirits

Kadeau Group Recovers From Bankruptcy, Earns 3 Michelin Stars

Just four years after declaring bankruptcy due to pandemic shutdowns, Kadeau in Copenhagen received its third Michelin star in the 2026 Nordic guide, according to Robb Report .

Jun 2, 2026 · 4 min read

Aerial view of Miraval The Red Sea resort with 180 rooms, showcasing its luxurious beachfront location and expansive wellness facilities.
Travel

Miraval The Red Sea offers 180 rooms defining luxury wellness

Spanning three million square feet of unspoiled coastline, Miraval The Red Sea opened on May 15, 2026, according to onemileatatime .

Jun 2, 2026 · 2 min read

A wine critic overwhelmed by a table full of identical 100-point scorecards for Napa Cabernet Sauvignon, questioning the value of such high ratings.
Cuisine & Spirits

Napa Cabernets See Surge in 100-Point Scores, Devaluing Perfection

In a single recent report, over 400 Napa Valley Cabernet wines received scores between 95 and 100 points, including multiple perfect 100s, according to Decanter .

Jun 1, 2026 · 2 min read

A partially constructed luxury resort on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia during golden hour, showcasing the ambitious tourism development.
Travel

Saudi Arabia Scales Back Red Sea Luxury Resort Plans

Saudi Arabia scales back its grand Red Sea tourism ambitions.

May 31, 2026 · 2 min read

Interior of the Lisa Eldridge SoHo pop-up shop featuring a replica of Marilyn Monroe's 1957 desk-vanity as the central display.
Travel

Lisa Eldridge Opens First U.S. Pop-Up in SoHo

Inside a new SoHo pop-up, a replica of Marilyn Monroe's 1957 desk-vanity anchors the first U.

May 31, 2026 · 2 min read

Luxurious Miami penthouse living room with expansive windows overlooking the city and ocean, featuring a private rooftop pool.
Travel

Miami Penthouse Boasts Rooftop Pool for $20.9M

A penthouse in Miami's Grovenor House commands $20.9 million, a sprawling 11,800 square feet. It boasts five bedrooms, a private rooftop pool, and a 300-bottle wine cellar—a self-contained sanctuary.

May 30, 2026 · 2 min read

A classic Negroni cocktail served in a rocks glass with a large ice cube and orange peel garnish, set against a blurred, elegant bar background.
Cuisine & Spirits

Classic Negroni Recipes for Modern Connoisseurs

While the Negroni is often seen as a fixed trinity of gin, vermouth, and Campari, its earliest printed recipe in 1949 actually called for half Campari, challenging the equal-parts dogma.

May 29, 2026 · 4 min read

Exterior view of Ariana Grande's former luxurious London penthouse at twilight, showcasing its grand architecture and city skyline backdrop.
Travel

Ariana Grande's London Penthouse Listed for $22.8 Million

Ariana Grande's former London penthouse, a sprawling nearly 9,700-square-foot sanctuary complete with a private gym and a six-car garage, now seeks a discerning owner for £16.

May 28, 2026 · 3 min read

The new Ferrari Luce electric vehicle, a four-door luxury car, parked on a scenic road with a dramatic sunset in the background.
Travel

Ferrari Unveils Luce EV, Its First Four-Door Electric Car

Ferrari's first fully electric car, the Luce, shatters brand tradition with a $640,000 price tag, four doors, and five seats.

May 26, 2026 · 2 min read

A futuristic padel court blending luxury design and technology, symbolizing the intersection of mass participation and exclusive sports experiences.
Travel

Robb Report Unveils 2026 Sports Issue: Luxury's New Playbook

The player base for padel exploded from eight million to 35 million in five years, according to Robb Report .

May 24, 2026 · 2 min read

A Cremewhite Porsche 911 Turbo S Sadu Edition with visible Sadu textile accents, parked in Kuwait.
Travel

Porsche 911 Turbo S Sadu Edition Limited to 20 Examples

Only 20 examples of a new Porsche 911 Turbo S, featuring handwoven Bedouin textiles and a Cremewhite exterior, will ever be sold, exclusively in Kuwait.

May 22, 2026 · 2 min read

Interior of a luxurious, modern train carriage with plush seating and elegant decor, set against a blurred, scenic European landscape.
Travel

What are hyper-personalized luxury travel experiences?

A luxury train journey from Rome will soon unveil itineraries as brief as a single night, a striking departure from the month-long grand tours that once epitomized rail opulence.

May 18, 2026 · 5 min read