A whirlwind of emotion—that’s the best way to describe the last two weeks for American surfer Caroline Marks. On August 5, Marks, 22, won the Olympic gold medal on Tahiti’s formidable Teahupo’o wave.

Robert Sietsema is the former Eater NY senior critic with more than 35 years of experience covering dining in New York City. St. Marks Place is the East Village’s foremost destination, defining the ...

Although stretch marks are usually permanent, they may fade over time. Certain treatments may help improve the appearance of stretch marks on the back. However, scientific research into their efficacy ...

Pamela Vachon is a full-time freelance writer who covers food and drinks. She is a certified sommelier, former fine dining captain and bartender, and culinary school graduate. Grill marks are a result ...