The rillettes in a potted-duck appetizer were packed tightly into a small glass jar and sealed with a thick layer of creamy, peppered lard for spreading on toast triangles, while a mammoth pork chop, marbled with luscious fat, tasted of buttered popcorn.

NEWYORKER: Allswell

The F12 is the complete package with its luscious looks, wicked speed and innovative technology.

FORBES: 2013 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta : Precious Metal

For enthusiasts of other gemstones, there is an imposing sapphire ring with a luscious stone weighing 41 carats that comes from the estate of Texan art patron Caroline Wiess Law .

FORBES: Blingtime

The final result is a creamy, rich tomato sauce flecked with salty pancetta, sweet tomatoes and luscious cream.

WSJ: Ruth Rogers's Pappardelle With Stewed Pancetta and Creamy Tomato Sauce | Slow Food Fast

His closing look, an ivory colored gown in silk and tulle with delicate beadwork topped off by a luscious fur wrap and hat had me thinking of fantastical scenes in a cold climate.

FORBES: NYFW Fall '13 Day 8: Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Marc Jacobs

Maybe she's a shade too attractive -- it's hard to take your eyes off her hair, so luscious it practically demands its own trailer -- but the contrast with flinty, brittle old Gus is effective, and Adams shows some grit too, easily bossing Justin Timberlake (game as the movie's token love interest).

CNN: STORY HIGHLIGHTS