By Emily Anthes Most students at the Biological Sciences Building at Duke University are trying to master the finer points of cellular biology, genetics or evolution. In one classroom, however, students learn altogether different lessons, such as how to sit politely and walk calmly on a leash. These furry pupils are enrolled in Duke Puppy Kindergarten, a research project examining how dogs become who they are. Each semester, a new class of puppies arrives from Canine Companio

By David Farley Hear the word “Rioja” and the first thing that comes to mind is wine — high-quality, fruit-forward red wine. But there’s another side to this small region in northeastern Spain: family-run restaurants in quiet villages atop craggy mountains or surrounded by farmland. You won’t see signs boasting Michelin stars; instead, you’ll find a constellation of flavorful, rustic dishes and extremely affordable and drinkable wine that you can rarely find outside of the re

By Ali Slagle A simple but lavish bath of olive oil and lemon juice is the Italian way of showing off superfresh seafood. The key, according to Marcella Hazan, is that the dish should never see the inside of a refrigerator, which changes the texture of the seafood and the flavor of the olive oil. She calls for shrimp in this recipe, but the formula also works with squid, clams and meaty fish fillets. Recipe from Marcella Hazan Adapted by Julia Moskin Ingredients: 3/4 cup extr

By Judy Gordon-Conde and Jennifer Conde-Powers Make-A-Wish Puerto Rico celebrated its annual Black & White Masquerade Gala at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Isla Verde. Bohemarie Barnés, Make-A-Wish president & CEO, welcomed beautifully dressed ladies and elegant men in elaborate masks. As part of the exquisite event, a gastronomic experience awaited all attendees, prepared by Myra Hernández and her Royal Sonesta team. Music from Cuenta Regresiva and DJ Curvy was added to the eve

By Amanda Hess “Monkey love is totally different than the way that you have love for your child,” Tonia Haddix, an exotic animal broker, says at the beginning of “Chimp Crazy,” the documentary HBO series investigating the world of chimpanzee ownership. “If it’s your natural born child, it’s just natural because you actually gave birth to that kid. But when you adopt a monkey, the bond is much, much deeper.” “Chimp Crazy” arrives in a summer of cultural and political obsession

By Ceylan Yeginsu, Derek M. Norman and Christine Chung Revenge travel after the darkest days of the pandemic contributed to travel roaring back around the world, with airlines, hotels and cruises reporting double-digit growth and travelers using their savings, taking on debt or even selling their homes to splurge on bucket list adventures or multiple trips. Now, at least for some travelers, that furious vacation spending is slowing down. While high-income travelers are still

By Melissa Clark Corn on the cob may get all the attention, but I’m here to make the case for corn off the cob, which is superior in so many ways. First of all, it’s egalitarian, suitable for middle-schoolers in braces, seniors in dentures and really anyone who doesn’t carry floss around in their pocket. It’s also faster to prepare, because slicing the kernels off the cob generally takes less time than waiting for a giant pot of water to come to a boil. As a bonus, you don’t

By Seth Kugel All dogs, it must be said, are born great. Most achieve greatness in their own waggy ways. But some — like Shola, a 9-year-old English Shepherd — have greatness thrust upon them. In her first act as a canine hero, Shola fought through mountainous terrain and dangerous weather to search for missing people in England’s central Peak District and other rural areas. Her second act began in 2019, when, at the age of 4, she was diagnosed with an inherited, incurable fo

By Lisa Abend On a steamy August evening, a stream of young people bearing boxes of pizza and bottles of cheap cava began the uphill slog to Carmel Bunkers in Barcelona. Set on a hill overlooking the Catalan capital, the concrete structures once housed antiaircraft weapons that protected the city during Spain’s civil war in the 1930s. Later the site became a destination for residents on evening strolls and a hangout for local youths. But that was before Instagram and TikTok.

By Judy Gordon-Conde and Jennifer Conde-Powers Recently, the Michelin-starred Chef Juan José Cuevas, executive chef of the exquisite restaurant 1919, located at the Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, was honored with a culinary arts scholarship bearing his name. It was on behalf of Ana G. Méndez University and its International School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts José A. (Tony) Santana, which awarded the prestigious recognition to Chef Cuevas at the lovely Marabar Caviar and Champ