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When the king of flat-packed furniture announced launched a vegan take on their trademark Swedish meatball, we knew it would be a hit. The GRÖNSAKSBULLAR, a veggie ball made from chickpeas, green peas, kale, corn, carrots, and red bell peppers. “The veggie ball is meant to cater to a wider audience and offer more choice,” Michael La Cour, managing director of IKEA’s food business, told the Wall Street Journal. They will be healthier (60 fewer calories and half the fat, according to Huffington Post), they will have a drastically smaller carbon footprint (1/30th that of the beef-and-pork version), and — the company hopes — they will usher in a golden age of eco-friendly IKEA cuisine....

Face it: Your dishes are done. Done for, that is. Your plates are dingy, your bowls are all chipped, and your coffee cups are stained from years of use. And those are just the ones that match. Most of them haven’t seen a mate since the Clinton administration. With the holidays fast approaching, is this really the table you want to set when guests come over? Reset your dinner table at Macy’s Home Sale, where you can get 20-60 percent off thousands of items you really, really need....

To call Robert Downey, Jr.’s watch collection valuable would be an insulting understatement, but the over-the-top horological masterpiece he wore to the premiere of his new movie Avengers: Infinity War blows the rest of his timepieces to financial smithereens. ‘Avengers: Infinity War’: 5 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets From Star Dave Bautista Read article Because for all the Rolexes and Omegas and Patek Philippes (editor’s note: should it be Pateks Philiipe?) the actor is spotted wearing at the red carpet events he attends on the regular, none comes at a higher opening price than the Greubel Forsey GMT Tourbillon on his left wrist Monday evening....

Spoiler Alert: There are major spoilers for the Marvel Cinematic Universe in this post. Following the epic events in the box office-dominating Avengers: Endgame, it appeared that Robert Downey Jr. was done playing Tony Stark/Iron Man in any future Marvel films. But that appears to be premature, as Downey is expected to reprise his role as the hero one more time in the upcoming Black Widow solo film, according to Deadline....

Truth: Holiday parties need libations. It’s a requirement. Drizly makes the holidays much easier by bringing beer, wine, and liquor to you, no matter where you are. And now, Drizly is offering Men’s Journal readers a cool $5 off a liquor delivery of $20 or more. Just enter the code MENS5 at checkout to receive this exclusive discount. happy holidays! The fact is, nothing kills a holiday get-together faster than running out of booze....

Located in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is one of the most underrated destinations for paddlers looking to travel on the cheap. But don’t let the affordable prices fool you, this country is home to miles of sandy beaches and fun waves. Paddler Bertrand Macaire–husband of champion French SUP surfer Delphine Macaire–recently took a trip to the island nation and scored some fun ones. Check out his footage and see if the travel bug bites you too....

We may think we have a connection to the ocean, but surfing really only connects us to the coast. Jumping off a boat in the middle of the ocean, with neither land nor the seafloor in sight, feels nothing like duck diving waves some 20 yards from shore. It’s like being on another planet, one where you are extremely small and easily swallowed by storms or sharks or storms that are filled with sharks (pretty sure the SyFy channel made a movie about this)....

Last summer we broke news that Winter Park Resort in Colorado would be the first snow resort to install digital screens on the restraint bar of chairlifts. The digital screens in operation. Photo: Courtesy of Winter Park Recently, they did just that. In a pilot program with Denver-based company Alpine Media Technology, the screens are essentially tablets that operate very much like those now commonly situated in taxi cabs, elevators and at gas station pumps....

“I am not looking to compete with a sideshow,” says Canelo Álvarez. “I know that if the people want to see a real fight, they will watch us.” The “sideshow” that Canelo is referring to is the headline-grabbing match between UFC star Conor McGregor and undefeated boxer Floyd Mayweather, scheduled to take place just three weeks before his middleweight title match against Gennady Gennadyevich Golovkin, aka Triple G. MORE: The Rocky-Endorsed Boxing Workout...

For as much as we all love the look and idea of Airstream trailers and campers, they’re well out of most of our budgets — unless, of course, we win the lottery one day. So what’s someone to do if they want a sleek, functional camper that doesn’t require a mortgage? Let us introduce to the novel concept of DIY camper kits from the Philadelphia-based company Birch Campers. Their Sprig camper offers just about everything you need to build your own teardrop trailer from wood, barring some minor finishing supplies and the utility trailer the camper rests on....

If there’s a silver lining to our current situation, it’s that there are a ton of sales and deals going on. Retailers are hurting, and they’re pulling out all the stops to get your attention. Well, this huge suit sale certainly got ours. Right now at Macy’s, you can save 70-85 percent on hundreds of men’s suits, blazers, sport coats, jackets, and suit separates. There’s no code to enter, no club to join, no email newsletter to clutter your inbox....

If your consumer habits are dictated by small cloth patches on the right breasts of tall men, then you, my friend, are in luck. Starting this season, at least 12 NBA teams will have the option of selling ad space on their uniforms. Notable among them: the Milwaukee Bucks will be sponsored by the Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson; the addition of General Electric’s logo will be the first big alteration to the Boston Celtics’ primary uniform since before Bob Cousy sliced up defenses because he could dribble in a circle; the Brooklyn Nets announced they will sport an Infor patch, which is bound to send those dozens of Nets fans into a collective tizzy....

The recent climbing season at Mount Everest has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, with dangerously long lines, overcrowding, and trash dominating the conversation. The peak is one of the seven natural wonders of the world—and with it in such dire conditions, the Swiss brand Bally decided to step in. They launched the “Peak Outlook” initiative to help revitalize Everest, in addition to keeping other environments safe and clean for the future....

The smell of bacon is intoxicating. The unmistakable scent of the sizzle can make you instantly change course and beeline for the source. And the taste? It’s addicting. Its rich and savory flavor makes an OK sandwich excellent. Though you can certainly find quality bacon in many restaurants and delis, you should know how to make your own. Let’s dish out our top tips on making the best damn bacon on Earth....

Bike touring is one of the best ways to really see a range of terrain. Get on your bike and ride. Photo: Asya Vee/Unsplash You’re moving slowly enough that you can absorb it, but fast enough that you can cover ground. And while carrying all your gear on two wheels might feel a little intimidating at first, there are options for everyone. If you want dirt: Oregon Timber Trail A post shared by Oregon Timber Trail (@oregontimbertrail) on Aug 23, 2017 at 9:52am PDT...

What are you rocking out to at the beach this summer? Whether you’re quietly catching rays solo on the sand, or sitting around the bonfire with a dozen of your closest friends, the Anker Soundcore is the wireless, portable Bluetooth speaker that should set the mood. With simple connectivity to almost any kind of smartphone, crisp mids that bring any podcast to life, and rich bass that keeps the party pumping, you’ll never need another portable speaker....

In trying to limit the time outside and encounters with others, we’ve been stocking up on essentials every time we go to the grocery store these days. Sure, we’ve got 16 cans of tuna in the pantry. But hey—who knows how long this situation is going to last? That’s why its the perfect time to buy a food vacuum sealer. Bette than that, it’s in stock now. So you can be sealing stuff—preserving foods and saving yourself time and money—and by early next week....

One cup of chickpeas is an excellent source of fiber, providing 50% of your daily recommended amount. It’s also brimming with protein, with that same cup providing 12g. Avocado is equally nutritious with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, vitamins C and K, folate, and potassium. Nutrition (per serving) Calories: 241; total fat: 8g; protein: 10g; carbohydrates: 34g Recipe and photo by Dixya Bhattara, R.D. of Food, Pleasure and Health. For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube!...

Plenty of pepper and spices prop up this tasty fajita that, thanks to grilled chicken and avocado, is the perfect post-workout meal. Nutrition (per serving) 510 calories; 40g protein; 45g carbs; 20g fat For access to exclusive gear videos, celebrity interviews, and more, subscribe on YouTube! Makes 2 servings Prep time 10 min. Cook time 20 min. Ingredients 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1/2 cup thinly sliced onion 7 oz chicken breast (weighed uncooked) 1/2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 tsp chili powder 1/4 tsp smoked paprika 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder Pinch of sea salt 2 taco-size sprouted-grain tortillas, thawed in fridge 1/4 avocado, sliced 2 Tbsp nonfat plain Greek yogurt 1 Tbsp salsa, no sugar added 2 Tbsp shredded lettuce 1 Tbsp shredded Monterey Jack cheese...

In many ways, tourists are the lifeblood of coastal towns the likes of Cape Cod, Nantucket, and the Hamptons. When the mercury swells, tourists descend on hot spots, eager to belly-up to a bar brimming with sun-scorched, wind-blown locals. Come winter, most of these eateries and hotels are shuttered. But for a city like Newport, Rhode Island, the shoulder season offers travelers a way to explore the destination like a local, which is to say sans crowds....