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THE CURATED COUNTER: WHY 12-SEAT DINING IS AUTUMN’S ULTIMATE LUXURY
This October, the world’s most sought-after culinary experiences are discarding expansive main dining rooms, grand chandeliers, and fifty-cover seatings. Instead, luxury dining is moving toward radical intimacy: ultra-exclusive, 8-to-12-seat counters where the boundary between chef and guest disappears entirely…
FALL GETAWAYS WE LOVE: NORTH AMERICA BEYOND NEW ENGLAND
When most people picture quintessential fall destinations in the United States, New England is likely the first place that comes to mind. From the rugged and moody coastlines of Maine to the stunning foliage of Vermont, the region seems hard to beat when it comes to autumn scenery. But beyond New England, there are countless destinations across North America that offer their own unforgettable fall experience…
NEW YORK’S NEWEST TABLES
September has a knack for making New York hungry again. Fall is back to dining for all our summer city-fleers. The new openings are plentiful, each with a distinct perspective that keeps palates piqued. Thai, Portuguese, and French are the front runners for this season. And just like that, New York is back to dining with an impressive repertoire…
EEEEEATSCON NEW YORK: WHERE NEW YORK EATS, DRINKS AND HANGS OUT
There are few things New Yorkers take more seriously than knowing where to eat. Not simply where to eat well, but where to eat now. The new restaurant everyone is talking about. The old-school institution having a moment again. The impossible reservation. The tiny neighborhood spot you would never find unless someone told you about it…
IN CONVERSATION WITH JONATHAN WILSON, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF AMAN AT SEA
Jonathan Wilson is President and Chief Executive Officer of Aman at Sea, the joint venture between Aman and Cruise Saudi, and was appointed the venture’s first chief executive in December 2023. He is responsible for extending Aman onto the water, translating a philosophy built over more than three decades on land into its newest expression at sea. The venture’s first yacht, Amangati, enters service in May 2027…
FOUR HUNDRED’S AUGUST HIT LIST – TOP 5 AUTUMN EXPERIENCES IN UPSTATE NEW YORK
Get Ready for Autumn in Unmatched Style! Fall in Upstate New York is officially around the corner, and we’ve curated an exclusive guide tailored just for our members. Forget the crowded orchards; we are highlighting the region's most elevated, autumn experiences. From private foraging sessions at world-class luxury resorts to exclusive behind-the-scenes gastronomic journeys at Michelin-starred estates…
FLAVORS, TERROIR, AND CULINARY ART IN URUGUAY & CHILE
There is a reason food and wine connoisseurs from Buenos Aires quietly cross the Río de la Plata the moment temperatures cool: Uruguay in the fall and winter transforms into an intimate, epicurean paradise…
THAILAND, BEAUTIFULLY DONE
Thailand has never needed much introduction. Its beaches are famous, its temples iconic, and its cities endlessly energetic. But beyond the places that make the headlines is a different side of the country, one that feels more personal, more considered, and infinitely more rewarding when experienced at the right pace…
THE 6PM PROBLEM
7:30PM is the most spoken for time of the evening. It’s what makes maître d’s shutter and diners most excited. It’s the sweet spot between work and home, leisure and play, the hotspot of the evening. Which leaves us with a ghost town of an hour right before. There is a problem with 6PM. Luckily, there is an artsy, cultural, and spontaneous solution to it…
CAT COHEN: BROAD STROKES OFF-BROADWAY
There are performers you admire, and then there are performers who have been making you laugh for years before you realize quite how much of a fan you've become. For me, Cat Cohen is firmly in the second category. I first became familiar with her work around 2019 at Club Cumming, when she was already one of the most singular voices in New York's downtown comedy and cabaret scene….
FOUR HUNDRED’S JULY HIT LIST – 5 UNFORGETTABLE SPOTS FOR A LAST-MINUTE LATE-SUMMER GETAWAY
Late summer offers one of the year's most rewarding windows for travel. The crowds of peak season begin to thin, temperatures remain comfortable, and many destinations reveal a quieter, more authentic side before autumn arrives. From rugged coastlines and alpine landscapes to volcanic islands and wildlife-rich valleys, these five escapes showcase why the season is ideal…
THE RESERVATION EVERYONE WILL BE CHASING THIS AUGUST
Get ready to clear some space on your reservation wish list this August! Legendary restaurateur Pablo Rivero—the genius behind Buenos Aires hotspots Don Julio (yes, the Michelin-starred World’s 50 Best legend) and El Preferido has officially landed in NYC with his very first restaurant outside of Argentina: Graciela…
MALLORCA IS HAVING A MOMENT, AND IT’S ONLY GETTING BETTER
Some destinations never truly leave the spotlight, they simply evolve. Mallorca is one of them. Long celebrated for its sapphire coves, golden-stone villages, and dramatic Mediterranean landscapes, the Balearic island has entered a new era of luxury, where timeless beauty meets a fresh wave of world-class hospitality, design, and dining. Once known primarily as a summer retreat, Mallorca has become one of Europe's most…
THE TREND EDIT
Breaking down the summer's defining shifts in food, wellness, travel, fitness, and entertaining. Although many are fleeting, select trends have graduated from passing obsession to bona fide lifestyle staples. The midpoint of the summer is a perfectly fitting time to break down those that have stuck and the ones that…
THE CAPE'S BEST RESERVATION IS ALSO ITS BEST CONCERT
There is a certain point in the summer when Cape Cod settles into its rhythm. The hydrangeas have reached their peak. Boats drift back into Pleasant Bay as the sun begins to set. Dinner stretches a little longer. Nobody is in a hurry to leave the table…
BEYOND THE MYKONOS POSTCARD
Mykonos is often associated with its iconic windmills, lively beach clubs, and cosmopolitan atmosphere, but the island offers far more than its celebrated nightlife. Alongside its vibrant energy are quiet coves, historic landmarks, traditional villages, and a landscape defined by Cycladic architecture and sweeping Aegean views…
FOUR HUNDRED’S JUNE HIT LIST – 5 MEDITERRANEAN BEACH CLUBS WE ARE BOOKING RIGHT NOW
Summer has officially arrived, and if your travels are taking you across the Atlantic this month, you already know that the perfect European getaway is all about securing the right sun lounger. To help you navigate the crowded coastlines, our team has put together the five ultra-exclusive beach clubs our members are requesting most this June.
THE ULTIMATE DESTINATION OF THE SUMMER: ALBA SPIAGGIA ARRIVES IN MONTAUK
The East End has officially found its new rhythm for the summer season, and we can confirm it tastes distinctly like coastal Italy! We are so excited to share the spectacular opening of Alba Spiaggia, the highly anticipated new waterfront dining concept that has just debuted at the iconic Montauk Yacht Club on Star Island…
CLASE AZUL MÉXICO EXPANDS ITS VISION THROUGH IMMERSIVE CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
Since its founding in 1997 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Clase Azul México has become synonymous with craftsmanship, artistry, and a deep reverence for Mexican culture. Inspired by the beauty and traditions of his homeland, founder Arturo Lomelí set out to create spirits that reflected the richness of Mexico’s heritage. Today, Clase Azul’s portfolio of tequilas and mezcals…
EVERYTHING WORTH EATING, BOOKING, BUYING, AND KNOWING OUT EAST
The anticipated great migration east has officially begun along Montauk Highway, and while the City is having an undeniable blue-and-orange moment, one cannot deny that eagerly anticipated yet blissful journey. To blame is the irresistible charmingly posh whim in the air that never gets old…