On Staging ‘King Lear’ with Sheep
King Lear with Sheep stars one man and eight sheep.
This Pocket-Sized Sensor Will Tell You When Fruit Is Ripe
An Israeli company hopes to market a small sensor that uses infrared technology to determine the ripeness and nutritional information of fruits and vegetables.
At the Pig Hotel, You Can Check Out But You’ll Never Want to Leave
A hotel for pigs, their owners and, during the day, fans of all things porcine.
White Asparagus: Germany’s Underground King of Vegetables
Grown underground, this white, tender and somewhat sweet version of asparagus is a coveted treat each spring in Germany.
Making Argentinian Grills for American Cooks
The secret to Argentinian grills? Simple grates positioned over a wood fire, a cooking method that allows for intense smoky flavors and very high heat.
The Last Year of the Ranch: Documenting the Meike Brothers
Documentarians seek to chronicle the stories and practices two elderly brothers during their final year on their family ranch.
No Bloody Marys for Dracula at This Transylvanian Brunch
This roving brunch festival held in provincial Romanian villages brings swarms of people into the countryside to celebrate local culture and cuisine.
5 Ways to Start Using Gray Water in Your Garden, Today
Americans use an average of 100 gallons of water per day, with much of it going down the drain as wastewater. Recycling usable “gray water” can drastically cut that waste.
Kicking Grass: Growing the World Cup Fields
Canada’s team may not be in the World Cup, but its speciality grass is on all twelve of the pitches in Brazil this year.
