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First Look: Alila Mayakaoba Riviera Maya, a Hyatt Hotel

Alila Mayakoba, a Hyatt Hotel, is a nature-first beachfront sanctuary. The resort marries tranquil Caribbean shoreline with shimmering lagoons to create a unique coastal escape. The resort’s open, flowing architecture blends seamlessly with lush mangroves and native landscaping, while living Mayan traditions and a holistic approach to wellness infuse every guest experience.

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First Look: Sibbjäns, Gotland Island

Sibbjäns, a regenerative farm stay set on the windswept landscape of Sweden’s Gotland Island, transforms a former horse farm into a sustainable retreat. Guests sleep in thoughtfully handcrafted suites, enjoy hyper-seasonal farm-to-table dining and “Viking wellness” rituals rooted in local traditions.

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Cranelli’s in Lone Tree, Colorado: Meet the Chef

We sat down with Executive Chef Jimmy Crane of Cranelli’s Italian Restaurant in Lone Tree, Colorado. Step inside Jimmy and Lasinda’s welcoming, family-run restaurant and savor signature favorites such as lasagna, linguine with clams, or their house Italian margarita. Don’t miss the tranquil, cozy patio seating for a relaxed meal.

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PepeNero in Traverse City, Michigan: Meet the Chef

We sat down with Executive Chef Giorgio Lo Greco of PepeNero in Traverse City, Michigan. The kitchen marries two traditions: the freshest ingredients of Northern Michigan and the timeless craft of Italian cooking. Expect local, farm-picked produce, sustainably raised meats, and carefully sourced seafood alongside authentic Italian essentials.

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Cosi Cucina in Clive, Iowa: Meet the Chef

We sat down with Peter Renzo of Cosi Cucina in Clive, Iowa. Cosi Cucina is a Des Moines-area favorite, serving approachable yet inventive Italian fare in a relaxed setting. The menu centers on blistered wood‑oven pizzas, specialty pastas and authentic entrees, rounded out by house‑made desserts and an attentive, well‑curated wine list.

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Mi Xun Teahouse at Upper House Chengdu: Meet the Chef

We sat down with Chef de Cuisine Steven Tang of Mi Xun Teahouse at Upper House Chengdu. Influenced by tea traditions and interpreted through modern vegetarian cooking, every menu offers a subtle conversation between the landscape and the plate. Diners depart with more than lingering flavors; they leave with a renewed connection.

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