We’re kicking off the new year with plenty of inspiration for those who love to eat, love to read, and love to travel. We discover the delights of Denver, Colorado, explore the gourmet side of Green Bay, Wisconsin, and get a taste of the Galapagos islands on a luxury cruise. We have insider tips on how to dine on a budget in New York City, where to eat and drink in the Rocky Mountain paradise of Banff, and travel reports from Brazil and Slovenia. In the kitchen, we put Eric Ripert’s cookbook Seafood Simple through its paces, with delicious results. We have a selection of recipes from the book San Diego Cooks, showcasing the talented people working in that city’s best loved eateries, bakeries and bars. We’re harnessing the magic of black pepper, and in Australia, one of the most adventurous cooks we know tackles a monster fruitcake recipe from The Alice B. Toklas Cookbook.