HOLIDAY 2009

Setting the Mood: Holiday Party Playlists

Music at home is a crucial ingredient for a good party, whether it's a small dinner party or grinding dance party, and you need to be prepared. We've seen many lovely parties break down as guests began to fight over the iPod and the music veered from...

Spice Trade

'Tis the season for warm spices. But there's a world beyond the basics, and often all a dish needs to go from good to grand is a simple but surprising addition. Start by swapping these three in for old spice standbys; For a source, look no further th...

Uncrate's What To Get Her Dad

It might be your first or your fourteenth holiday with her family, but you never have a clue what to get her dad. He's a world traveler. He knows riesling and rugby. He knows cars and cigars. He knows what time it is. He's seen it all. But no matter ...

The Best of the Best Delivered

Certain famous foods are so closely associated with their city or restaurant of origin that it’s hard to imagine enjoying them in any other setting. But let’s try, in the interest of giving your home entertaining an out-of-town gourmet twist—an...

Mobile Holiday Gift Plan

Getting gifts for everyone on your list can be time-consuming to say the least. Online stores have made things easier, but mobile shopping apps go one better, allowing you to order up everything right from your phone. With so many apps out there - yo...

Thrillist's Guide to the Complete Eradication of Re-Gifting

There's no one more frustrating than the re-gifter, taking the present you so thoughtlessly gave him, and passing it along with even more thoughtlessness to somebody else. Put an end to this cruel repurposing of your emotions with this quick and easy...

Part II: Experience Gifts

There's no one more frustrating than the re-gifter, taking the present you so thoughtlessly gave him, and passing it along with even more thoughtlessness to somebody else. Put an end to this cruel repurposing of your emotions with this quick and easy...

UD’s Ultimate Holiday Party Planning Guide

When asked what sort of wine he liked best, the Greek philosopher Diogenes replied, “That which belongs to another.” Which is another way of saying everyone loves a good party, especially when it’s at someone else’s place. Host the perfect ho...

On Location

The holiday season is nearly upon us and you’re still undecided: should you play St. Nick in St. Bart's or host a sleigh ride in Aspen? What about seven days, eight nights somewhere new and exclusive? So many choices, so little time. Allow us to na...

TasteSpotting Holiday Recipes

This holiday season, TasteSpotting brings the perfection of Patrón into your kitchen with home entertaining tips, ideas, and recipes created especially for Patrón Social Club members.