During this season of family gatherings, feasts and presents, we reflect on the past year and are grateful for the many positives we have...
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Crostini Are an Easy App for Entertaining
While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is ready for...
“Mastering the Art of Entertaining” by Joe Marini
In this book, you will find practical tips, creative ideas, recipes, thoughtful and interesting stories, etiquette on how to entertain, beside...
Make a Statement With Range Hoods
Kitchen trends are always changing. Two-toned cabinets, rustic accents, terracotta tiles and more have remained popular. This year, interior...
The Meaning of Color in Interior Design
For as long as I can remember, purple has been my favorite color. It is known as the color of royalty, ambition, creativity and luxury. Even though...
An Easy Treat for Fall
Enjoy the crisp season with this fall-inspired treat! Easy Owl Cupcakes These cute cupcakes are so easy to make, thanks to a few simple ingredients....
“The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store”
The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride is a lovely book set in Pennsylvania, jumping between the late 1920s and the early 1970s. The...
Fall in Love With This Seasonal Pizza Recipe
Move over candy and caramel apples. Halloween has a new favorite treat, and it’s ghoulishly good. This pizza is packed with rich fall flavors and...
The Five Best Summer Fashion Trends
Slay the summer style game with these fabulous trends. Which will you be rocking this month? Structured Chic: Polished yet breezy, structured styles...
“His Majesty’s Dragon”
Have you ever had an opportunity that calls you to quickly change careers? That happens in His Majesty’s Dragon by Naomi Novik, an alternative...
Pour the Best This Summer
What’s the best way to beat the heat? Sometimes, it comes by way of tart meets fruity, a pinky batch beverage or a lemonade (adult style) to punch...
Dietitian’s Top Four Nutrition Travel Hacks
Reservations are made, and it’s time to start packing your bags—but aside from the sunscreen, have you thought about how to pack when it comes to...
“The Sun Does Shine”
Alabama. 1985. Anthony Ray Hinton was arrested and charged with multiple murders. He had an alibi, but it didn’t matter—he was tried and found...
Organizing Your Pet’s Belongings
Our furry friends bring us joy, comfort and companionship. Whether we are going on walks or cuddling on the couch, pets participate in our daily...
A Harmonious Partnership
Pets have been a popular subject in art for centuries, celebrated for their loyalty, companionship and often endearing qualities. Artists in ancient...
Chalkfest Maple Grove Expands for 2024
Drawing artists from places like Mexico, Ukraine and Colombia is the ninth annual Chalkfest Maple Grove, held this year on June 8 and 9. Close to 50...
“Thinning Blood” Is a Memoir of Family, Myth and Identity
Thinning Blood by Leah Myers (W. W. Norton & Company, 2023) is part myth, part dream and part memoir. Myers, the likely last of her family line...
How to Pack to Save Time and Money
As the cold temps can sometimes hang on in the springtime, many families decide to head south for a warm get away. That’s when my phone starts...
Savory or Sweet, Brunch Is Served
Are you searching for a simple recipe for a special occasion, such as an Easter brunch, bridal or baby shower? Look no further with these two...
Make a Spring Wreath From Egg Cartons
Spring is right around the corner, and what better way to welcome the season than with a seasonal craft for the kids. Enjoy this beautiful and...
