alaska

Rule-breaking can be fun for all ages (see stinky-cheese ice cream) or it could lead to a hefty fine (see Alaskan liars). New rules are proposed in Italy and New York.

Juneau, Alaska, isn't on the average American's shortlist of potential relocation destinations. But Tracy LaBarge not only voluntarily moved to this remote, isolated city in the 49th state's panhandle — she succeeded in revolutionizing its entire culinary scene. After converting a crab-slinging hot dog cart into Alaska's most celebrated outpost for crab legs and bisque, the woman…

Since opening in 2013, Steamboat Bay Fishing Club, a sport fishing resort perched on Noyes Island, Alaska, has been quietly challenging and redefining luxury travel. In an age when it’s easy for properties to succumb to the typical trappings of what seasoned travelers are comfortable with and expect, Steamboat Bay does things differently. And successfully…

Scandal is keeping Darby Stanchfield busy. Currently playing the White House press secretary on Scandal, part of ABC’s popular #TGIT lineup, Stanchfield is well known for her guest roles on a number of shows, including the cult classic Jericho, Mad Men, NCIS and Castle. She is also appearing in four upcoming films: Medicine Men, Carnage…

Summer is officially prime time for many of the country's top fishing destinations. What does that mean, exactly? Don't dare to even think about bringing bananas on your weekend charter boat, for one. There are some pretty nice catches out there, for another. We recently caught up with Executive Chef Meagan Kilgore of Steamboat Bay…

Some people are born into their career. Take Joshua Slaughter: With that name, could he have become anything but a butcher or a chef? Embracing his moniker, Slaughter has carved out a profession as one of America’s most innovative chefs, having made a name for himself at Bouchon Bakery and wd~50. But to sample Slaughter’s…

Do you love salmon and live in NYC, or do you know someone who does? The Iliamna Fish Company, a family-owned cooperative whose members include a Food Republic Ambassador, has just opened a new season of shares in its wild sockeye salmon catch. The group is MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) certified and Monterey Bay Aquarium…