Indholdsfortegnelse for January/February 2020 i Sunset

THE ROUTE WAS CALLED The Crystal Cave, and I figured the worst thing we’d come across climbing this snow-slicked cliff in Jackson Hole might be some of Tolkein’s trolls. But this was no mere hike with a side of fantasia. This was an exploding form of rock climbing apparently named after the Italian for “Life Insurance.” So-called via ferrata offer a gymnastic test of mettle with training wheels, thanks to a length of braided cable anchored along the route. Your job is to gambol between natural rock protrusions and U-shaped rungs hammered into the face of the wall. The rest is “easy”: you simply clip and unclip your safety restraint around each anchor while stifling the desperate cries of your inner soul. I write this from the comfort of my…

SILICON VALLEY RESET Canyon Ranch Silicon Valley workers in need of an instant bio-hack can unplug at the new Canyon Ranch Woodside. Situated on 16 acres of redwood forest, the 38-room resort offers classic treatments like deep tissue massage and Pacific sea salt body scrubs as well as cutting edge therapies like metabolic screening and nutrigenetic consultations. LOS ANGELES STAYCATION Silver Lake Pool & Inn Despite being home to some of the best restaurants, bars, and independent shops in Los Angeles, hipster enclave Silver Lake hasn’t had much in the way of equally design-minded, on-trend lodging. But with the arrival of Palisociety’s chic new Silver Lake Pool & Inn, Angelenos and visitors now have a boutique retreat. “It’s a true escape in terms of the design, amenities, and vibe,” says…

1 Soho Home x Anthropologie Score a fresh take on the swivel chair with this custom design by Soho Home for Anthropologie. The sleek barrel silhouette and modern motif make it a great pick for any corner of your home. $1,498; anthropologie.com 2 Pendleton x Gus* Modern These limited-edition upholstered Elk Chairs by Gus* Modern are covered in Pendleton’s Southwest-inspired jacquard patterns, including Canyon Lands Desert, an homage to the West’s national parks. $1,535; gusmodern.com 3 Stephen Kenn x King Kennedy Rugs King Kennedy Rugs and designer Stephen Kenn teamed up to produce this stunning chair and ottoman set, upholstered with a 100-year-old Kazak Persian rug. $5,000; kingkennedyrugs.com.…

Ten Trends to Tune Into Wellness seekers are going wild for all things spiritual, natural, and holistic. High-end tech treatments have given way to earthier modalities such as forest bathing and the incorporation of (truly) locally sourced ingredients. What was once purely hippie has now become haute, with some of the biggest names in wellness offering elaborate meditations, sound baths, CBD massages, and more. Whether you’re a true believer or just down to dabble, these are the top holistic health trends to try this winter. Nature Bathing The need to connect with the earth is so strong, people now book time in advance just to get outside. The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana, keeps it simple with guided forest bathing inspired by the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, using…

A marina bar was the unlikely birthplace of a striking modernist beach house in Southern California. Architect Robert Sweet of ras-a studio was having a drink at The Portofino Hotel in Redondo Beach when he overheard a stranger mention his hometown of Springfield, Missouri. He introduced himself to the stranger, Cindy Wyrsch, who was in town from Springfield for her daughter’s wedding. It turned out they had a friend in common back at home. “We talked for about an hour,” remembers Robert. “Springfield isn’t a small town, but it has a smalltown mentality.” Little did he know that a jovial and distinctly midwestern connection over drinks would turn into a dream partnership in California a decade later. After the wedding, Cindy’s daughter and son-in-law settled nearby in Rancho Palos Verdes…

FABULOUS Motivation means everything these days. Conceived in Duke’s behavioral economics lab, this smart app lets you set your own goals, or join pre-built social challenges—from hydrating to meditating to journaling. thefabulous.co JOYABLE Big life changes—and sometimes small ones—can be tough to tackle alone. This app, free for seven days and $99 per month afterward, offers instant access to real-life therapists and coaches as well as in-depth cognitive behavioral therapy frameworks. joyable.com MEND Leave a relationship behind in 2019? Not worry: This app is meant to help you navigate the post-breakup blues more effectively. letsmend.com…

TIP #1 Call the Experts Early “When you’re doing a remodel, our industry is thought of last,” says Walker. Especially with so many devices connecting to Wi-Fi, they recommend calling in tech experts early to make their work as effective—and affordable—as possible, instead of having to do more extensive work later to add to a finished remodel. TIP #2 Prewire Your Home “Even if you want a minimalist system, prewire as much as possible during a remodel since it’s harder to put it in later,” says Walker. Adams agrees, especially to increase the resale value of your home and accommodate constantly expanding technology. “Even if you don’t do anything with it, get it in your home,” he says. TIP #3 Great Wi-Fi Is Key In a smart home, Adams says…

Hipster pickles, probiotic sauerkraut, kombucha and other fermented foods may be taking up more shelf space in stores, but in the West we’ve been enjoying one of the finest expressions of fermentation for decades, thanks to the abundance of Korean markets and their vast offerings of pleasantly pungent kimchis. Whether it’s kimchi, pickles, or fermented hot sauce, the common thread is friendly Lactobacillus bacteria. When fresh vegetables go into a brine solution, Lactobacillus thrive, turning carbohydrates into CO2 and sour-tasting lactic acid, which in turn prevents the proliferation of harmful bacteria. Recent studies suggest that our gut flora don’t just dictate digestion but can also help alleviate depression. Best of all, fermentation is a time-poor, flavor-seeking food lover’s best friend: all you need is salt and time, and your regular…

John Herrington is a modern explorer of the highest order: a life-long outdoorsman, he’s worked as a surveyor in Colorado, a Navy aviator, and an astronaut. Born in Wetumka, Oklahoma, into the Chickasaw Nation, Herrington was the first enrolled member of a Native American tribe to walk in space when he flew on the 2002 space shuttle Endeavour mission to the International Space Station. This month Herrington can be seen, alongside co-star and Alaskan bush pilot Ariel Tweto, in the new Imax movie Into America’s Wild, which explores the transformative power of nature in a sweeping ultra-high-definition look at America’s deserts, mountains, backcountry, and the people who live there. You’ve traveled nearly everywhere in the West, including 220 miles above it in outer space. What defines the West for you?…

1 THE SHOP: Sustain LA, In addition to a series of roving pop-ups at local farmer’s markets, Sustain LA now has a bright and airy permanent home in Highland Park. They also offer zero-waste event planning services and party rentals. sustainla.com 2 THE SHOP: Public Goods and In addition to stocking handsome lunch boxes, market bags, and refillable razors, this West Seattle shop has an extensive refill station with organic laundry detergent, toothpaste, and other items. What’s more, they offer drop-off refill services for busy shoppers. apublicshop.com 3 THE SHOP: Home Fill, Denver 3 Part of the sprawling Modern Nomad design collective, Homefill offers a tightly curated selection of low-waste, chemical-free home products, the majority of them made by Colorado companies. modernnomaddenver.com…

Red and pink may be the colors of the season, but you can make greener choices for Valentine’s Day florals by skipping out of season roses and opting for blossoms that haven’t racked up air miles. If you can’t pick flowers from your own backyard, you can visit a locally-minded florist like San Francisco’s Marigold (marigoldsf.com). Here, owners Aubriana Kasper and Gena Banducci put together an elegant arrangement of NorCal winter bloomers and aromatic greenery, including Italian eucalyptus, picotee ranunculus, purple tulips, and sweet peas. Sowing Sentiments Oakland-based Thoughtful Human’s biodegradable greeting cards are speckled with wildflower seeds—just add soil and water and watch them sprout. From new love and long-distance relationships to motherhood and life’s heavier moments, founder Ali O’Grady knows exactly what to say without the saccharine clichés.…

1 Harrison Hot Springs Resort, Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia: Tucked into the shoreline of Harrison Lake, Harrison boasts five hot mineral spring pools maintained at an ideal temperature achieved by combining the water of the nearby Potash and Sulphur springs. 2 Chena Hot Springs Resort, Fairbanks Alaska: A geothermal-powered resort boasting natural hot springs first discovered in 1905, plus an ice museum and amazing views of the aurora borealis. 3 Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs Resort & Spa, Ojo Caliente, New Mexico: The only hot springs in the world with four different types of mineral water (lithium, iron, soda, and arsenic), spread across four springs, two mud pools and three private pools. 4 Maple Grove Hot Springs, Thatcher, Idaho: This riverfront retreat center sprawls across forty-five acres along the Bear…

Nautical stripes and seashell decor are a weakness of many near the coast, but more than ever textured neutrals and natural fibers are making their way into the palate. How to nail the look, oceanfront or not.…

NORTHWEST PLAN Buy seed for herbs and long-season vegetables. Get eggplants, melons, peppers, tomatoes, and winter squash; start them indoors late next month for planting outside in May. Plan a cut-flower garden. Order seeds and sow them in seed trays six to eight weeks before the last frost. For more information on flower farming, or to buy high-quality seeds, visit Floret (floretflowers.com). PLANT Sow warm-season edibles indoors late this month to ready them for transplanting into your garden in May. An excellent one to try: ‘Mini Love’ watermelon, a 2017 All-America Selections winner that produces up to six small melonson4-footvines. MAINTAIN To make fast work of winter pruning, use good bypass pruners (like Felco #2) on anything smaller than your thumb, and a hardened, tri-edged folding saw (like an 8-inch…

TEAM INTERIOR DESIGN: ETC.etera etcforshort.com Thinking outside of the box and bringing their clients along for the ride is where ETC.etera (or ETC for short) creates their best ideas—the mixing of form, functionality, and mood. The team designs spaces which are equal parts tactile and narrative. They identify the difference between simply furnishing a space and decorating it; between creating environments that are based on trends and those that have lasting appeal. DEVELOPER/OWNER: Gary Hewson Jr., Hewson Investment Group hewsoninvest.com HOME BUILDER: Shirley Construction Company shirleyco.com ARCHITECT: Michael Ashworth adesignoffice.com LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Mickey Hargitay mickeysplants.com FLORAL DESIGN: Flower Duet flowerduet.com STYLING: Olivia Conley of Baraka Interiors barakainteriors.com RESOURCES FURNITURE, ACCESSORIES: Amsterdam Modern amsterdammodern.com Lawson Fenning lawsonfenning.com Nickey Kehoe nickeykehoe.com Waka Waka wakawaka.world Material Forms materialforms.com LGS Studio lgsstudio.com Martin +…

Purgatory Resort, Durango Purgatory is a family-favorite thanks to its affordable prices and 1,605 acres of terrain ranging from cruise-y groomers to steep tree runs. Purgatory Snowcat Adventures offers access to an additional 35,000 acres. Ski-in/ski-out Purgatory Lodge anchors the base village and has a ski valet, heated swimming pool and jacuzzi, and a buzzy restaurant, Purgy’s Slopeside. purgatoryresort.com The Nugget Mountain Bar, Durango Housed in a historic D-log cabin a halfmile from Purgatory’s entrance, the year-old Nugget has become the area’s après-ski hub. Pork belly sliders and truffle fries from Backcountry Gourmet food truck soak up craft beer flights and shot skis, and a complimentary shuttle ensures you get home safe. thenuggetmountainbar.com Red Mountain Alpine Lodge, Ridgway With three private rooms and a spacious loft, this stylish A-frame can…

All year long, Sunset editors have been on a mission to find the 50 pantry items we can't live without. In our quest for the best, we’ve tried hot sauces, seasoning blends, nut butters, dried pastas, ice creams, and salts. Additionally, we sampled a range of ingredients that reflect our ever-evolving, deliciously diverse culinary culture: spicy organic chili oil, full-flavored heirloom turmeric, and saucy Cuban beans We went through weeks-long rounds of blind tastings to find the foods and drinks that weren’t only top-notch in taste, but made with a Western state of mind. Which is to say we were looking for products made with whole ingredients, produced sustainably, in small batches when possible, and that are foundational to everyday cooking. Enjoy this highly discerning (and super tasty) list of…

Winter’s White Gold Don’t let Italy and France take all the credit. Come winter, Oregon’s forest floors hide buried treasure in the way of native truffle species that rival their Italian cousins in flavor and aroma, albeit with uniquely Northwestern notes of moss and Douglas fir. At around $15 an ounce, white truffles are currently a fraction of the price of their Italian brethren. Take full advantage of this native delight at the Oregon Truffle Festival. With workshops, cooking demos, and wine pairings, the festival hosts two sessions: one in Eugene, in the Southern Willamette Valley, Oregon’s truffle region (January 24-26); and other in Yamhill County, Oregon wine country (February 14-16). If you can’t make it, seek out truffle and hazelnut flavored La Truffe truffle beer, a collaboration between the…

A BETTER BURN Goodwood’s engineered firelogs are sustainably sourced from lumber mill byproduct and emit fifty percent fewer particulates than standard firewood, technically making them carbon neutral. The burlap bags they’re bundled in do double duty as kindling. ($39.50 for a case of 4; goodwoodproducts.com)…

THE STOPS 1 JAKE’S SALOON, LONE PINE Try a Mammoth Brewing Company beer (just one—you’re driving), play a round of shuffleboard, and listen for tall tales about Mt. Whitney at this small-town honky-tonk, swinging doors and all. 2 MANZANAR NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE Confront the state’s troubled past at the best preserved of ten Japanese-American internment camps, which between 1942 and 1945 held more than 120,000 Japanese Americans. It is now a place of remembrance and edification. 3 COPPER TOP BBQ, BIG PINE Sample as much of the menu as your stomach can handle at this father-son-owned BBQ joint, boasting a year-round outdoor smoker, award-winning St. Louis–style ribs, and a killer fire-roasted green chili. 4 MAHOGANY SMOKED MEATS, BISHOP Stock up on all manner of dried meats, from wild boar to…

BE OPEN The original kitchen was in a good location, it was just closed off from the rest of the home. “It used to be a smaller, peninsula-style kitchen. There were thse weird cabinets that separated it from the living space and dining area,” says Robert. He removed the cabinets, made the kitchen slightly bigger, and added an entertaining detail that brings the party outside. “We opened up that window between the kitchen and terrace, which allows that countertop to spill outside and become an outdoor bar.” EMBRACE PASSIVE COOLING A steady ocean breeze can keep this house at a comfortable temperature year-round, thanks to the new open stairwell that doubles as a “thermal chimney.” As heat rises throughout the house, this design draws the hot air up and out…

1. OURA SMART RING 2 We’ve tried sleep tracking with smartwatches, mattress sensors, and more—but this incredible little ring beats them all on simplicity. Embedded with tiny sensors that detect your pulse and movement, it provides a deep look at how you’re sleeping—or not—and how you can improve. $299, OuraRing.com 2. APPLE WATCH SERIES 5 Load up some songs, sync your apps, and soon you’ll be jogging, hiking, and tracking steps all while listening to podcasts, prompts, and tunes—all without a phone weighing you down. $379, apple.com 3. NORDIC TRACK TREADMILL WITH IFIT Treadmills have one achilles’ heel: Motivation. But this lineup adds in realtime personalized pacing and training tips set to video loops of mind-blowing vistas: Hawaii, Zion National Park, and many more settings in and around the West.…

House Details HOME TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,794 NUMBER OF BEDROOMS: Four NUMBER OF BATHROOMS: Three INSPIRED BY THE vibrancy of the coast, the 21st annual Idea House is an exercise in contrasts. Los Angeles–based interior design firm ETC.etera played off of the home’s structural palate—clean, contemporary lines, natural, restrained materials—by adding bold furnishings to saturate and soften the space. “We wanted to do our take on a classic California interior,” said Jake Rodehuth-Harrison of ETC.etera, who has worked with partner Sally Breer since 2015. “That meant a playful twist incorporating fun Seventies and Eighties elements.” Developer and owner Gary Hewson chose expansive floor-to-ceiling windows to embrace the Santa Monica Canyon location, blurring the boundaries between outdoor and in. The result: an abundance of unobstructed canyon and ocean views, whether you’re…

cutting edge Taking cuttings is a simple way to extend your plant collection for practically nothing—aside from the cost of soil and pots, the plant babies are free. But you should know a few basic tricks to ensure success. LOOK FOR THE ROOTY BITS. At the plant’s nodes (where leaves come out and branches happen) are a special type of cell that can code-switch to go from making shoots to making roots. Sometimes little bumps will stick out, raring to grow into roots. Philodendrons, pothos, and monstera have aerial roots, as do succulents. CUT BELOW THE NODE, and, if there are already aerial roots, just pop the cutting into a glass of water. You can also let it dry slightly for a day and then pot it in some really…

CHEF JONNY BLACK is just a few steps into the redwoods of Big Sur and the quiet of the forest is almost tangible. Light streams through the trees, giving an ethereal glow to everything it touches. There’s no audible trace of the waves crashing ashore just over the ridge. A local forager named Ian Cole joins Black and they traipse through the forest in search of mycological treasure. A dry summer can mean a less bountiful fall harvest, until the winter rains pass through and the forest yields its precious but fleeting crop. In Big Sur, wild mushrooms are a hot commodity. The Foragers Festival takes place there each January, bringing together enthusiasts and chefs for a weekend of wild food consumption and camaraderie. It’s a celebration of food that’s…