Evelyn Chen
Senior Editor
Evelyn Chen serves as the Senior Editor of Cuisine & Spirits and Travel for Style and Status, where she provides authoritative coverage on global gastronomy and exclusive destinations. Her writing delves deeply into oenology, food history, and luxury hospitality, highlighting the craftsmanship and heritage behind the world's finest culinary traditions. By focusing on the people and places that define modern luxury, Evelyn offers readers an immersive guide to extraordinary journeys. Through her curated approach, she connects discerning audiences with the very best of contemporary culture and gastronomy.
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The Evolving Role of a Maître d'hôtel in Luxury Dining
Responsibilities once held by a single, adept Maître d'hôtel are now frequently distributed across multiple roles, fundamentally altering the fabric of luxury dining in 2026.
Aug 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Luxury Travel Trends Evolve in Asia Pacific & Anguilla
In Anguilla, bookings for private villa rentals surged by 30% last year, while traditional resorts saw only a 10% increase, according to the Caribbean Tourism Board.
Aug 24, 2026 · 4 min read
What is Terroir and How Does it Shape Wine Quality?
Beyond the sun, soil, and slope, recent research reveals that invisible microbial communities living on grapevines are quietly shaping the distinct flavors of your favorite wines.
Aug 18, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Ultra-Exclusive Travel Is Redefining Luxury in 2026
A 2026 curated luxury African safari, an immersive journey, begins at US $23,800 per person, according to Ultimate Africa Safaris .
Aug 9, 2026 · 3 min read
How to Pair Wine and Food: Mastering Intensity and Acidity
Despite the intimidating array of choices and expert pronouncements, pairing a baked goat cheese salad with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc isn't about snobbery, but a simple principle of matching acidi
Jul 18, 2026 · 3 min read
Most Exclusive Michelin Restaurants in Europe for 2026
At Restaurant A in Paris, securing a dinner reservation in 2026 means joining a waiting list that already stretches three years, transforming a meal into a rare, almost mythical achievement.
Jul 16, 2026 · 7 min read
Top 3 Emerging Luxury Food & Drink Trends for 2026
Langosteria, the acclaimed Italian seafood group, plants its first UK flag at London's historic Raffles at The OWO in July 2026.
Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min read
What are the Michelin Guide's criteria and history?
For over a century, a secretive cadre of anonymous diners has booked tables, paid their own bills, and meticulously evaluated restaurants worldwide.
Jul 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Travel + Leisure Reveals 2026 World's Best Awards Winners
With a near-perfect score of 96.
Jul 8, 2026 · 2 min read
Hermès opens new 21,500-square-foot flagship on London's Bond Street
Hermès has unveiled its sixth 'house' at 166 New Bond Street in London, a sprawling flagship spanning nearly 2,000 square meters and featuring 55 distinct rooms, according to Vanity Fair and Business
Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read
Dr. Sarah Davies Redefines English Single Malt Whisky
Dr. Sarah Davies, master distiller at The Cotswold Distillery, just seized "Distiller of the Year" at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) for her English single malt in 2026. This triumph is rar
Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read
Global luxury real estate market shifts as new demand emerges
In Tokyo's 23 central wards, the average new condominium price reached a record ¥137.
Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read
Luxury Hotel Marks Transformation Anniversary With Grand Celebration
In 2026, the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences New Orleans marks its five-year anniversary, a curious celebration given the reimagined luxury property only welcomed guests under the Four Seasons banner
Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read
Al Horford Lists Boston-Area Home for $14.995 Million
NBA star Al Horford has listed his sprawling Brookline, Massachusetts, mansion for $14.995 million.
Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read
High West's The Prisoner's Share Red Wine Cask Finished Whiskey
The 2026 release of High West's The Prisoner's Share marks a pivotal moment: the distillery has, for the first time, married its own bourbon and rye within a single expression.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Katy Perry's Beverly Hills Guesthouse Listed for $8.5 Million
Just three years after Katy Perry sold her Beverly Hills guesthouse for a mere $25,000 profit, the same property now commands an $8.
Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read
Monte Rosso Vineyard Now Produces Its Own Estate Wines
The 2021 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, a debut estate wine from a legendary Sonoma source, immediately commanded a $150 price tag and scored 95 points, according to Louis M.
Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read
Learn how to make a Floradora gin cocktail with this recipe
A vibrant Floradora gin cocktail, bursting with fresh raspberry and ginger, can be muddled and mixed in minutes right in your kitchen.
Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read
Diageo Releases Orphan Barrel's 25-Year-Old Night Sage Canadian Whisky
A 25-year-old Canadian whisky, Night Sage, is hitting shelves with a suggested retail price of $225.
Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read
Barrell Craft Spirits Unveils Limited Edition Toasted Seagrass Whiskey
Only 350 bottles of Barrell Craft Spirits' new Toasted Seagrass whiskey were released in 2026, each priced at $199—more than double its popular predecessor.
Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read