Thomas Hyland

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The 97th Annual Academy Awards has come and gone with a few surprises. There were political speeches and statements by award winners and presenters, but there weren’t as many as the previous year. Politics aside, there were a few surprises that took the spotlight. Well, there was one surprise in particular that needs to be discussed. No, not the best picture winner. The best animated film winner, and why it’s important.

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2 months ago | fandompulse.substack.com | Thomas Hyland

While it is safe to say that D&D has alienated the fans and tarnished the legacy of magic and wonder from Gary Gygax, with its embrace of radical DEI much the same way that Disney has tarnished the magic of Star Wars. However, there are good alternatives from the indie tabletop RPG world. While Pathfinder is a good alternative, by no means is that our only option. A relatively brand new D&D alternative is emerging with the creative input of TSR legends from the likes of Jean Rabe, Richard A.

Sep 25, 2024 | decanter.com | Tom Hyland |Thomas Hyland

Whether you eat at a white tablecloth restaurant or a humble trattoria or osteria, you will find numerous dazzling wine and food combinations in Barbaresco, typically at very reasonable prices. Offering among the finest dining experiences in all of Italy, the quality of the local ingredients is the equivalent of the zone’s most revered wines. In my previous article for Decanter, I unearthed some great places to eat in Barolo.

Jul 1, 2024 | decanter.com | Tom Hyland |Thomas Hyland

In Italy, where pairing local food and local wine is an art form, there is little argument that the Piedmont region offers more memorable gastronomic experiences than anywhere else in the country. It’s not just the quality of the food or the superlative chefs that set Piedmont apart in this respect, it’s also the extremely reasonable pricing one can find throughout the region’s trattorie and osterie – plus, of course, the area’s stellar wines.