The designer Tommaso Spinzi has restored an architectural gem — and made it his own.
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Why Crispy, Cheese-Stuffed Focaccia Is the Dish of the Moment
Plus: a taxi yellow carryall, a guide to two newly fashionable Bangkok neighborhoods and more from T’s cultural compendium.
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How Marigolds Became Central to Hindu Rituals in India
Originating in North America, the blossoms have become central to Hindu rituals in India.
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There’s Nothing Like Watching Vietnam’s Waterlily Harvest
In the Mekong Delta, farmers and locals still gather the flowers on wooden boats. Now, the ritual’s also become a photo op.
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Following the Scent of Egypt’s Jasmine
In the Nile Delta, farming the redolent vine is both a tradition and a vital way to make a living.
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How Saffron, the World’s Most Expensive Spice, Is Grown
A glimpse at Kashmir’s saffron harvest.
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A Trip Through the Pink, Fragrant Rose Fields of Oman
The damask variety, valued for its sweet scent, is responsible for the country’s renowned rose water.
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Orchids Are Highly Prized in the West. In the South Pacific, They’re Everywhere.
Papua New Guinea is home to thousands of species — many still waiting to be discovered.
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How the Protea Became a Symbol for South Africa
The resilient species — which regrow after wildfires — are said to capture the spirit of a nation reborn.
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What Is the Significance of the Lotus in Sri Lanka?
The flower has developed a deep national importance, but what exactly it signifies depends on whom you ask.
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Why Azaleas Are Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan
The colorful blooms of azaleas light up public spaces and private gardens.
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Amaranths Were Nearly Wiped Out by Colonization. Now, They’re Making a Return.
Once a mainstay of Indigenous diets, the South American crop is having a resurgence in popularity, in part because of its health benefits.