Black Books
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Our Giant Paris Black Book
We know you need no convincing. But our contributors showed us a side of Paris that makes us even more excited to revisit a city we already know well. Of course, there are the classic French bistros/brasseries and formal dining rooms where time stands still, and the cool new tables that we’ll want to try…
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San Francisco Black Book
Obviously, there’s the food scene—from iconic restaurants that put California cuisine on the map, to old-world steakhouses, taquerias, cocktail bars and dive bars. But also: the best vintage shopping, haute-hippie boutiques, and indie bookstores—plus all the beach walks and epic mountain hikes that make this always-soulful city one of our favorites.
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London Black Book
Trad fish pies to chic lunch canteens; strong opinions on the best curry and martini in town; the most specific shopping, from ribbons to umbrellas to vintage Barbours. Sexy bars, cozy pubs, and private clubs you should angle to get an invite to…. We polled our local friends for the places that they swear by.
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Napa & Sonoma Black Book
Well beyond the blue-chip wineries and Michelin tables is a Napa and Sonoma that locals in these historic farming communities fiercely defend—with soulful family vineyards, old-school relaxed restaurants and new-gen upstarts, Italian groceries and bountiful produce markets, plus miles of hiking and bike trails. Our friends who live there go deep on their favorites!
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Barcelona Black Book
In this city that needs insider guidance to find its less-trafficked corners, follow the locals to their favorite vermuterias, go-to espadrille shop, and the Modernist masterpieces that aren’t all on the circuit
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Naples Black Book
The keys to this vibrant, chaotic, and deeply soulful city, from our friends who are wildly passionate about it—which will set you up whether you’re staying for a day or a month
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Milan Black Book
Best bars and gardens for aperitivo, old-school dining rooms and neighborhood pasticcerie—plus design, jewelry & stationery shops in this elegant city that hides its secret gems behind closed doors
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Marrakech Black Book
From the old city with its enchanting souks, orange-scented riads and legendary artisans, to the new city’s galleries and non-trad food scene—an insiders’ guide to this magical, magnetic place
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New York City Green Book
The wellness list: culty matcha and juice bars, favorite GF and plant-based spots, banyas and classes that rival LA’s…from OG to new-school hippie, we’ve got you covered