My husband and I play an annual adventure game to celebrate our July wedding anniversary. Granted, it is a little riskier than a typical romantic interlude like a cruise or an all-inclusive resort, but we are both up for new challenges. It keeps us communi- cating and solving problems as a couple. (That’s a win-win …

Photos and styling by Caitlin McGrath; styling, words, and recipes by Manda McGrath.      Photos and styling by Caitlin McGrath; styling, words, and recipes by Manda McGrath.     Photos and styling by Caitlin McGrath; styling, words, and recipes by Manda McGrath.     Photos and styling by Caitlin McGrath; styling, words, and recipes …

Off a secluded road in Genesee County lies an enchanted garden filled with tree peonies, koi ponds—and killer shoes. Dinah’s jacket and skirt from Dado Boutique; John’s custom suit and accessories from Adrian Jules; glasses from One Hip Chic Optical. Vintage umbrella.  Photos by Lisa Hughes; hair & men’s styling, Jason Wieland; makeup, Kieley Burnham. Creative direction …

Jonathan Marcowicz is the first real explorer I’ve ever met. We sit in a café, sip coffee, and reminisce of travel. He speaks of his past like he’s still there: a heuriger inVenice, a Chopin concert in France, serendipitous nights of intrigue in Versailles. His voice has heart; his eyes tell me all I need …

Is there a red-blooded American alive for whom the summer months do not bring dreams of searing lesser animals over an open flame? The earthy wafts of browned bits, spicy smoke, and the sweetness of lovingly concocted sauces. Informing the flavors and aromas of this feted feast is that most noble and time-honored companion in …