November 1, 2011 - Contents

Features

A Man Among Muppets

All his life, Jason Segel has loved puppets. So it’s only fitting that, this month, he’s bringing Kermit, Miss Piggy and the rest of Jim Henson’s beloved troupe back to the big screen in The Muppets.  Read More

Just Desserts

With a new resort, restaurant and on-site chocolate-manufacturing facility set to open in St. Lucia, Hotel Chocolat co-founder and CEO Angus Thirlwell is turning the cocoa bean into a more-than-mighty sweet reward. This is his unconventional recipe for success.  Read More

Labor of Love

Once on the brink of extinction, olive ridley sea turtles are enjoying a population resurgence, thanks to the tireless work of researchers and volunteers committed to keeping this ancient species alive.  Read More

Departments

Carolina on His Mind

ESPN’s basketball-loving Jay Bilas says the road to the 2011–2012 college championship runs straight through Tar Heel country.  Read More

Briefs

A Weekend on: Salt Spring Island

One of 225 Canadian Gulf Islands, charming Salt Spring is just a hop, skip and a ferry ride from Vancouver — and one of the country’s best-kept secrets.  Read More

Outside The Office

Comedy queen Mindy Kaling hangs out with American Way and proves she’s just as humorously clever as we thought. (Just follow her on Twitter if you don’t believe us.)  Read More

In Every Issue

Itinerary

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Happy Medium

Respected director David Lynch’s creative focus has shifted from film to mu... Read More

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Best in Show

Since playing their first concert in 2004, post-rockers Mutemath have made... Read More

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Southern Hospitality

To say they respect tradition in the South is an understatement. Read More

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Playing Both Sides

Fresh off a stint in politics, Kal Penn is back with a pair of new projects... Read More

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Looking Back... Rocky

It’s said that every hero needs his theme song. A lot of celluloid heroes,... Read More

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Party Tools

As you gear up for your holiday entertaining, make sure you have these late... Read More

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Life in the Posh Lane

London is probably not the first city that comes to mind when planning an u... Read More

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The Curatory in Raleigh, N.C.

Fashion boutiques carrying merchandise labeled as heritage or heirloom are... Read More

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Italian Renaissance

Explore the Eternal City with Robert Hughes’ masterful new book, Rome: A Cu... Read More

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In Short

Ghost Wave: The Discovery of Cortes Bank and the Biggest Wave on Earth By C... Read More

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In Short

The Cat’s Table By Michael Ondaatje Read More

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Make the Smart Choice

Green. For such a cool color, it’s a hot topic, especially when it comes to... Read More

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Stay Fit

In addition to its green initiatives, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is also hel... Read More

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Comfort Soles

Ladies, let your weary soles rejoice: Your prayers for stylish yet comforta... Read More

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World Traveler

Rob Mariano takes his new show on the road. Read More

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She’s the Boss

Connie Nielsen talks about balancing work, family and philanthropy. Read More

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Oh So Superfine

You remember a while back when everyone was cracking jokes about PajamaJean... Read More

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Carrier Classic Salutes Veterans

The idea came from Mark Hollis, the athletics director at Michigan State Un... Read More

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Buy This

Your skin is a window to your health. Stress, lack of sleep, health issues... Read More

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Dallas Debuts Gaultier

Fashion becomes art in a DMA exhibit dedicated to one of the world’s most r... Read More