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Summer is full of fresh and delicious produce. While strawberries and peaches are perfect for desserts like Summer Berry Pie and Peach Galette, I personally think corn is the tastiest seasonal offering. I love the slight sweetness that corn brings to dishes—plus, it’s full of B vitamins, iron, protein, and potassium. While there are many […]
As restaurants both here in the US and around the world gradually start to reopen, there’s little doubt that things are going to look and feel a bit different. Whenever it is, there’s a good chance your next dining experience will involve an emptier restaurant, more frequent cleanings, and maybe even a terrifying mask you […]
There are two kinds of morning people in the world: those who prefer a steaming cup of coffee, and those who start their day with a nutrient-packed smoothie. If you’re the latter, it may be worth it to ask yourself if your blender is doing the best job it can. After all, behind every delicious smoothie is a […]
Let’s face it: Your screen has turned into your best friend as it has become vital to practice hard-core social distancing to help flatten the curve of the novel coronavirus outbreak. So, while you make dates with Amazon Prime, Netflix, Hulu, and all your favorite platforms for streaming full-length films and binge-watching tasty TV series, […]
As we inch into spring, we’re searching for smart tips on floor-to-ceiling sweeps and stocking up on the best cleaning supplies. And at the top of the to-do list? Giving our kitchens a deep scrub. But before you grab your kitchen sponge, which could harbor tons of dangerous bacteria, or a single-use paper towel to wipe down your countertops, check […]
This month, New York joined a growing number of states that ban all single-use plastic bags—and I’m here for it. Since a staggering 91 percent of plastic items find their way into oceans and landfills, carting our groceries home in reusable bags is a small way we can help protect our environment. But as I […]
Spoiler alert: There really aren’t any unhealthy nuts. They’re all good for you. Actually, they’re great for you, as they can provide you with much-needed fiber, healthy fats, and key vitamins and minerals. There’s also notable research that shows eating a handful of nuts a day could help you live a longer, healthier life. But […]
I’m in a mixed marriage, by which I mean I am Jewish, but my husband is not. My husband could care less about holiday décor, but I, like many of my people, grew up bereft of fun and festive decorations around this time of year, so having a legit excuse to put something up in the […]
Some might say it’s not officially the Christmas season until you’ve had your first gingerbread cookie. But at the Omni Grove Park Inn, it’s not officially Christmas until they’ve decked their halls with award-winning gingerbread houses. Now in its 27th year, the National Gingerbread House Competition—billed as the largest in the country—was held at the […]
There is something about being in the know about something secret that just makes us feel cool. Whether it is a secret handshake between a group of friends or knowing how to order that special off-menu dish at a restaurant, a little bit of special is attached to that knowledge. So you can imagine my […]