holidays

Your Yearly Reminder That “Die Hard” Is a Great Film, But Not a Christmas Film

The recent Netflix rom-com "Love Hard" has reopened debate on the action film's holiday pedigree. Just accept that it's not.

Every Man in My Family Asked for These Socks for Christmas

If there's a man, any man at all, in your life, he wants Darn Tough socks

Why Sparkling Red Wine Should Be Your Drink of Choice This Holiday Season

Festive, bubbly and not necessarily sweet, sparkling red wine is having a bit of a renaissance, and it's perfect for the holidays

You Can Now Stay in the Original “Home Alone” House, Booby Traps and All

For the first time ever, the iconic McCallister family home will welcome up to four guests for a one-night stay courtesy of Airbnb

A Quick Guide to Kosher Whisky for Hanukkah

There’s a big process for a dram to earn that label

Is Dave Grohl Jewish? A Look at His Annual “Hanukkah Sessions”

His heart's in the right place, but is the Foo Fighters frontman appropriating the Jewish holiday?

Neil Patrick Harris on the Art of Magical Holiday Gifting

Regardless of who you’re buying for, he’s got thoughts

There’s a Santa Supply-Chain Shortage This Year

This might actually be the year without a Santa Claus

Break Up With Your Partner Now, Before the Holidays

A swift and humane breakup is the best gift you can give a soon-to-be ex

9 Movie Themed Airbnbs to Help You Recreate Your Favorite Holiday Movies

From a house fit for Who-ville to a pair of getaways that'll let you relive the home-swap from "The Holiday"

25 Simple Rules for Not Acting Like a Jerk at the Airport

The holiday rush is coming. Let's keep it civilized out there.

What Are the Best and Worst Times to Hit the Road This Thanksgiving?

48.3 million are expected to drive to Thanksgiving this year. Here are the best (and worst) times to be driving, as well as the busiest cities to drive through.

The Best Bottles of Beer to Bring to a Fancy Dinner Party, According to Professional Brewers

Why bring a boring bottle of wine when you can show up with one of these?

Sandra Lee’s Semi-Unhinged Thanksgiving Leftovers Cake

Sandra Lee has a bit of a reputation for unhinged holiday baking. How does her Thanksgiving cake hold up?

Experts Say Christmas Trees Will Be More Expensive This Year

That includes both real trees and artificial ones, though the cause varies

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The NorCal Cheese Scene Is Brimming Over With Delicious Options

Meet the brands that are redefining "American cheese" in time for the holidays

11 Holiday Gift Ideas From Independent Brands Around Miami 

Shop local, support Miami-owned businesses and score points with your loved ones

A Return to Scary Normalcy: Krampusnacht Is Back

A holiday tradition that's not about the fat guy in the red suit

A “Nutcracker” Dancer’s Guide to the Best of Holiday Chicago

The best (and dancer-approved!) spa services and cheat meals in the Windy City

12 Gifts Only DC Residents Will Love

Including Yayoi Kusama sneakers, Wizards tickets and a seaplane ride out of town

Is Pulling Apart the Wishbone a Sex Thing?

The most American of holiday traditions owes to ancient Italy and also … bawdy jokes about female anatomy, maybe?

The Terror of Marrying Into a Turkey Trot Family

If the internet is to be believed, families who run on Thanksgiving are one of the greatest phobias among American youth

Thanksgiving Is Secretly the Sexiest Holiday

A horny Thanksgiving to all, and to all a good night

5 Thanksgiving Traditions From Around the World That the US Should Adopt

Give thanks to Harvest Queens, long country strolls and odes to workers’ rights, along with more diverse food options

How to Turn a Store-Bought Thanksgiving Pie Into a Delicacy

The ultimate holiday hack, courtesy of baking experts Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin

Recipe: Pan de Muerto Is Central to Celebrating Life on the Day of the Dead

This Huichol-inspired bread includes a zesty kick of guava

The Best Time to Book Holiday Travel? Unfortunately, Right Now.

Expect a "huge surge" in travel and the highest prices for plane tickets in "more than five years," according to an expert

Why You Should Look to the Caribbean to Celebrate National Rum Day

Each island in the region offers up a unique take on the spirit — along with some fantastic cocktail recipes

It’s the Fourth of July. Do You Know Where Your Fireworks Came From?

A behind-the-scenes look at the little-known Chinese industry, from Jessi Dragoiu of Phantom Fireworks

The Field Guide to Father’s Day Cards

From sporty to religious, here's the guide to what card to get your dad this Father's Day.