T Magazine’s Nov. 17 Travel Issue

What a flower means, from Oman to Peru.

View in browser|nytimes.com November 16, 2024 Keerthana Kunnath 10 FLOWERS, 10 PLACES Countries and regions around the world where flowers play a vital role — in cultural and religious traditions, the economy and daily life. Alex Majoli T's Travel Issue Food, Offering, Medicine, Political Symbol: What the Lotus Means in Sri Lanka The flower has developed a deep national importance, but what exactly it signifies depends on whom you ask. By Aatish Taseer and Alex Majoli Rinko Kawauchi T's Travel Issue The Flowers Celebrated in Festivals Across Japan The colorful blooms of azaleas light up public spaces and private gardens. By Jess McHugh and Rinko Kawauchi Photograph by Esther Choi. Set design by Suzy Kim T's Travel Issue How the World's Most Expensive Spice Is Grown A glimpse at Kashmir's saffron harvest. By Jenny Comita Stefan Ruiz T's Travel Issue 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. By Kate Guadagnino and Stefan Ruiz George Steinmetz T's Travel Issue 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. By Jess McHugh and George Steinmetz Maxime Fossat T's Travel Issue 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. By Meara Sharma and Maxime Fossat PEOPLE, PLACES, THINGS Mariko Reed on architecture A Secret Masterpiece by the Father of Hawaiian Modernism This hexagonal home, hidden on an Oahu mountaintop, is the best example of Vladimir Ossipoff's blend of Japanese and American midcentury design. By Matthew Dekneef and Mariko Reed Mari Maeda and Yuji Oboshi T Introduces Weeds Are Everywhere. Why Aren't We Eating Them More? Fast-growing and prolific, these plants are the next frontier in foraging. By Florence Williams Daniel Terna Don't Say 'Macbeth' and Other Strange Rituals of the Theater World Pulling back the curtain on the peculiar customs and enduring superstitions that help define life backstage. By Juan A. Ramírez and Daniel Terna Photograph by Delali Ayivi. Set design by Leilin Lopez-Toledo food matters The New Era of West African Fine Dining Across the diaspora, chefs are sharing knowledge about long-overlooked cuisines — and creating some of the most exciting dishes you'll find in Europe and America today. By Ligaya Mishan and Delali Ayivi Mariko Reed Making It The Lei Makers Reimagining an Ancient Tradition A new generation of floral designers is incorporating fresh styles into their creations. By Martha Cheng Sign up here to receive weekly cultural roundups, monthly beauty and travel guides, and the latest stories from our issues. And you can always reach us at tmagazine@nytimes.com. Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for T Magazine from The New York Times. To stop receiving T Magazine, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018