Evelyn Chen

Senior Editor

Evelyn Chen serves as the Senior Editor of Cuisine & Spirits and Travel for Style and Status, where she provides authoritative coverage on global gastronomy and exclusive destinations. Her writing delves deeply into oenology, food history, and luxury hospitality, highlighting the craftsmanship and heritage behind the world's finest culinary traditions. By focusing on the people and places that define modern luxury, Evelyn offers readers an immersive guide to extraordinary journeys. Through her curated approach, she connects discerning audiences with the very best of contemporary culture and gastronomy.

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Latest Articles

A sophisticated dining table setting featuring a goat cheese salad and two glasses of white wine, perfect for illustrating wine and food pairing principles.
Cuisine & Spirits

How to Pair Wine and Food: Mastering Intensity and Acidity

Despite the intimidating array of choices and expert pronouncements, pairing a baked goat cheese salad with a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc isn't about snobbery, but a simple principle of matching acidi

Jul 18, 2026 · 3 min read

An exquisitely plated dish in a luxurious, dimly lit private dining room of an exclusive Michelin-starred European restaurant, symbolizing the pinnacle of fine dining.
Cuisine & Spirits

Most Exclusive Michelin Restaurants in Europe for 2026

At Restaurant A in Paris, securing a dinner reservation in 2026 means joining a waiting list that already stretches three years, transforming a meal into a rare, almost mythical achievement.

Jul 16, 2026 · 7 min read

An elegant home dining setup with gourmet food and drinks, juxtaposed with a hint of a luxurious restaurant, representing 2026 food and drink trends.
Cuisine & Spirits

Top 3 Emerging Luxury Food & Drink Trends for 2026

Langosteria, the acclaimed Italian seafood group, plants its first UK flag at London's historic Raffles at The OWO in July 2026.

Jul 15, 2026 · 4 min read

An anonymous inspector in a trench coat observing a fine dining restaurant setting, symbolizing the Michelin Guide's rigorous evaluation process.
Cuisine & Spirits

What are the Michelin Guide's criteria and history?

For over a century, a secretive cadre of anonymous diners has booked tables, paid their own bills, and meticulously evaluated restaurants worldwide.

Jul 12, 2026 · 3 min read

Elegant and luxurious hotel lobby at Capella Sydney, showcasing personalized service and sophisticated ambiance for discerning travelers.
Travel

Travel + Leisure Reveals 2026 World's Best Awards Winners

With a near-perfect score of 96.

Jul 8, 2026 · 2 min read

Exterior view of the grand new Hermès flagship store on London's Bond Street, showcasing its elegant architecture and illuminated entrance.
Travel

Hermès opens new 21,500-square-foot flagship on London's Bond Street

Hermès has unveiled its sixth 'house' at 166 New Bond Street in London, a sprawling flagship spanning nearly 2,000 square meters and featuring 55 distinct rooms, according to Vanity Fair and Business

Jun 29, 2026 · 2 min read

Dr. Sarah Davies, master distiller at The Cotswold Distillery, holding a glass of her award-winning English single malt whisky in a distillery setting.
Cuisine & Spirits

Dr. Sarah Davies Redefines English Single Malt Whisky

Dr. Sarah Davies, master distiller at The Cotswold Distillery, just seized "Distiller of the Year" at the International Spirits Challenge (ISC) for her English single malt in 2026. This triumph is rar

Jun 28, 2026 · 3 min read

Panoramic view of a modern cityscape at dusk, showcasing luxurious high-rise buildings and subtle global connectivity elements, symbolizing the shifting luxury real estate market.
Travel

Global luxury real estate market shifts as new demand emerges

In Tokyo's 23 central wards, the average new condominium price reached a record ¥137.

Jun 26, 2026 · 3 min read

Elegant gala celebration at the Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans with live jazz music and sophisticated guests.
Travel

Luxury Hotel Marks Transformation Anniversary With Grand Celebration

In 2026, the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences New Orleans marks its five-year anniversary, a curious celebration given the reimagined luxury property only welcomed guests under the Four Seasons banner

Jun 26, 2026 · 2 min read

Exterior view of Al Horford's luxurious Brookline, Massachusetts mansion listed for $14.995 million, showcasing its grand architecture and manicured grounds.
Travel

Al Horford Lists Boston-Area Home for $14.995 Million

NBA star Al Horford has listed his sprawling Brookline, Massachusetts, mansion for $14.995 million.

Jun 25, 2026 · 3 min read

A crystal decanter of amber whiskey and a barrel labeled 'The Prisoner's Share' in a dimly lit, artisanal distillery setting.
Cuisine & Spirits

High West's The Prisoner's Share Red Wine Cask Finished Whiskey

The 2026 release of High West's The Prisoner's Share marks a pivotal moment: the distillery has, for the first time, married its own bourbon and rye within a single expression.

Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read

Exterior view of Katy Perry's former Beverly Hills guesthouse, a modern architectural marvel with lush landscaping, listed for $8.5 million.
Travel

Katy Perry's Beverly Hills Guesthouse Listed for $8.5 Million

Just three years after Katy Perry sold her Beverly Hills guesthouse for a mere $25,000 profit, the same property now commands an $8.

Jun 19, 2026 · 2 min read

A bottle of Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon sits in a sunlit vineyard, symbolizing the estate's new line of wines.
Cuisine & Spirits

Monte Rosso Vineyard Now Produces Its Own Estate Wines

The 2021 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, a debut estate wine from a legendary Sonoma source, immediately commanded a $150 price tag and scored 95 points, according to Louis M.

Jun 15, 2026 · 2 min read

A beautifully presented Floradora gin cocktail with fresh raspberries, lime, and ginger beer, ready to be enjoyed.
Cuisine & Spirits

Learn how to make a Floradora gin cocktail with this recipe

A vibrant Floradora gin cocktail, bursting with fresh raspberry and ginger, can be muddled and mixed in minutes right in your kitchen.

Jun 14, 2026 · 2 min read

A bottle of Diageo's Orphan Barrel 25-Year-Old Night Sage Canadian Whisky, presented in a luxurious setting, highlighting its rarity and premium quality.
Cuisine & Spirits

Diageo Releases Orphan Barrel's 25-Year-Old Night Sage Canadian Whisky

A 25-year-old Canadian whisky, Night Sage, is hitting shelves with a suggested retail price of $225.

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

A close-up, elegantly lit photograph of the Barrell Craft Spirits Toasted Seagrass whiskey bottle, highlighting its premium design and limited edition status.
Cuisine & Spirits

Barrell Craft Spirits Unveils Limited Edition Toasted Seagrass Whiskey

Only 350 bottles of Barrell Craft Spirits' new Toasted Seagrass whiskey were released in 2026, each priced at $199—more than double its popular predecessor.

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

Exterior view of Sutton Stracke's opulent Bel Air mansion listed for $8.9 million, showcasing its grand architecture and manicured grounds.
Travel

Sutton Stracke Lists Bel Air Estate for $8.9 Million

Sutton Stracke's Bel Air estate, poised for a nearly $9 million sale, presents a compelling enigma.

Jun 13, 2026 · 2 min read

The magnificent Four Seasons II gigayacht sailing on calm turquoise waters at sunset, showcasing its luxurious design and exclusive atmosphere.
Travel

Four Seasons Unveils Gigayacht With 79 Suites

A seven-night voyage on the newly unveiled Four Seasons II starts at US$28,700 per suite, offering a glimpse into a world where luxury cruising prioritizes residential-scale privacy over passenger vol

Jun 10, 2026 · 2 min read

Jaylen Brown's luxurious Boston penthouse with stunning city skyline views, featuring industrial-chic design and high-end furnishings.
Travel

Jaylen Brown Lists Boston Penthouse for $4.9 Million

Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown has unveiled his Fort Point penthouse for sale, a striking $4.

Jun 9, 2026 · 3 min read

A sophisticated cocktail made with Luxardo's new decaffeinated espresso liqueur, presented in a dimly lit, upscale bar setting.
Cuisine & Spirits

New Decaf Espresso Liqueur Launches for Cocktails

Luxardo unveils what it claims is the world's first decaffeinated espresso liqueur, exclusively for the US market.

Jun 9, 2026 · 2 min read