From keeping your pots and pans neatly stacked to accessing pantry staples in a flash, keeping your small kitchen organized is no easy feat. Do you find yourself reaching for the same set of plates and mugs each day? Put them on an easy-to-reach bottom shelf and place less frequently used pieces of cookware and dinnerware—such as a roasting pan or specialty bakeware—on a higher shelf or toward the back of a deep cabinet....
dessert table Credit: Delbarr Moradi The style of service you select for your wedding meal makes a big difference in the overall guest experience. Though wedding buffets get a bad reputation for being the most casual option, there’s no reason you can’t make it feel more sophisticated and in sync with your day’s overall aesthetic. To explain how, we defer to caterer Jessica Lasky. Here, she offers her sage advice on creating a wedding buffet that looks beautiful, runs efficiently, and feeds the masses....
When an outdoor plant takes a turn for the worse—think loss of foliage or drooping, yellow leaves—it’s easy to assume your plant has died. Oftentimes, however, the outward appearance of our annuals and perennials can be misleading. Signs of stress caused by storms, winds, disease, insect damage, or even irregular watering can appear similar to those exhibited when a plant is actually dead. To better understand what’s happening in your garden, and distinguish between a plant in distress versus one that’s beyond saving, we spoke with garden experts in the know....
martha stewart spray paint in color order Credit: Courtesy of Duncan Enterprises martha stewart spray paint in color order Credit: Courtesy of Duncan Enterprises martha stewart spray paint in color order Credit: Courtesy of Duncan Enterprises martha stewart spray paint in color order Credit: Courtesy of Duncan Enterprises It’s easier than ever to get crafty and colorful thanks to Martha Stewart’s new collection of spray paints—part of her large craft line of paints, tools, and accessories available at Michael’s stores....
soy-honey-glazed arctic char Credit: Christina Holmes Whether it’s a weeknight or a special occasion, cooking dinner for two doesn’t always have to mean taking a recipe that serves four and cutting it in half. Here, we’ve gathered a dozen dinner ideas for two, many of which lend themselves especially well to a smaller number of servings. Think: homemade pizza, because it can be hard to turn out pizzas for a crowd, or a steak dinner that has you split one ribeye, rather than buying two....
Rinsing raw chicken inside and out before cooking is the norm for many home cooks. The step is often called for in recipes—and the technique for how to wash chicken has been passed down through generations. Here’s the thing: It might be a time-old method, but this step actually increases the risk of the food-borne illnesses we’re all trying to avoid. So, how did washing chicken become a ubiquitous part of food prep and why do so many of us still believe it’s a good practice?...
Shooting stars and eclipses always catch our attention from right here on Earth, but there are plenty of equally as important things happening out in the galaxy that we may not know about. According to the Daily Mail, a 1,115-foot asteroid will be passing by our planet tonight. While it’ll safely move past Earth today, scientists say this same asteroid (dubbed “Apophis” after the Egyptian “God of Chaos”) could actually hit our planet in 2068....
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Everyday ingredients you keep in your kitchen cupboards are known to heal ailments, like turmeric for rashes and burns or clove for a toothache. Herbs you grow from your personal garden, like thyme and oregano, are able to help with more than just mild conditions, though. According to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, these herbs both feature an anti-cancer compound that can combat the development of tumors....
Two Sleeping Golden Retrievers Touching Heads Credit: Christine McCann / Getty Two Sleeping Golden Retrievers Touching Heads Credit: Christine McCann / Getty Two Sleeping Golden Retrievers Touching Heads Credit: Christine McCann / Getty Two Sleeping Golden Retrievers Touching Heads Credit: Christine McCann / Getty The behaviors of beloved family dogs definitely vary from household to household, but there is a universal one that really confuses pet parents: A lot of canines mimic running in their sleep....
amanda patrick wedding dance Credit: Lauren Fair Photography In need of a little big-day music inspiration? You’re in luck! A mix of classic and modern, these ten songs celebrate the enduring love of marriage. The meaningful lyrics and sweet melodies makes them perfect for a ceremony recessional, a first dance, or any wedding-related playlist! WEDDING VOW IDEAS INSPIRED BY SONGS “Marry Me” by Train (2009) “Marry Me” is told from the perspective of a café patron who becomes infatuated with a waitress....
chai pudding with pomegranate Credit: Kateryna Kutsevol / Getty Images chai pudding with pomegranate Credit: Kateryna Kutsevol / Getty Images chai pudding with pomegranate Credit: Kateryna Kutsevol / Getty Images chai pudding with pomegranate Credit: Kateryna Kutsevol / Getty Images Consuming too much sugar, as well as eating a high-calorie diet, can cause inflammation and increase your risk for autoimmune diseases, such as diabetes and Crohn’s, according to a new study published in the journal Cell Metabolism....
chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe Credit: Kate Sears chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe Credit: Kate Sears chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe Credit: Kate Sears chicken and polenta puttanesca melts recipe Credit: Kate Sears There’s a time and a place for almost every recipe, and if that time is limited, you’re in the right place. Every one of the 93 (yes, 93!) quick dinner recipes we’ve pulled together in this collection can be made in 45 minutes or less—many of them come together even faster....
shiplap kitchen sink counter Credit: Kelly + Co. Design You’ve probably seen shiplap in homes before, but may never have never known its proper, and a little bit funny, name. Today, shiplap is having a major moment in the design world. A shiplap accent can add rustic flare to any space-in the country or the city. But it’s more than farmhouse-chic. Nowadays, we see the material used in modern homes....
lush garden path surrounded by greenery Credit: Noe DeWitt lush garden path surrounded by greenery Credit: Noe DeWitt lush garden path surrounded by greenery Credit: Noe DeWitt lush garden path surrounded by greenery Credit: Noe DeWitt Do you have a series of pathways that lead to your garden? Typically filled with gravel or stones, these walkways connect one section of your yard to another and give your green space structure—plus, they allow for plenty of meandering, so you can admire your many in-bloom varieties during the warm-weather months....
An allée is a garden feature made up of evenly spaced plants in rows and is typically placed along a long driveway or sidewalk (it can also be used straight across a landscape for spatial structure); it usually leads the eye towards a focal point, like a fountain, gazebo, or home. Martha knows the merit of an allée: She actually employs them along the carriage roads of her Bedford, New York, farm, seen here....
Eating tasty, nutritious meals and staying physically fit are just a couple of wellness-related goals that studies have shown can support healthy aging. According to a new peer-reviewed study by Helfgott Research Institute scientists published in Impact Journals LLC, movement and a mindful diet don’t just make you feel good—they can also reverse your biological age. The researchers explained that aging is what causes chronic disease, so making these subtle lifestyle changes can actually help you live “better, longer....
mla103805_1208_treeornam.jpg Credit: Ditte Isager mla103805_1208_treeornam.jpg Credit: Ditte Isager mla103805_1208_treeornam.jpg Credit: Ditte Isager mla103805_1208_treeornam.jpg Credit: Ditte Isager You’ve likely seen and admired an antique gilt picture frame or opulent gold fireplace mantel in a museum or even in someone’s home. These objects are coated in tissue-thin leaves of metal that are carefully glued to the surface in a process known as gilding. The technique dates back as far as 1500 B....
oh-joy-book-block-puzzle-web-0415.jpg Credit: Casey Brodley THE TOOLS A photo that will look good in a square format Nine 1-inch wooden blocks Clear gesso Mailing tube HOW-TO Print the photo so that you have a 3 x 3-inch image area. Cut the photo into nine 1-inch square pieces. Brush gesso on one side of a block, then brush gesso on the back of one photo section and set it in place on the block....
med102917_0507_mint.jpg There are a lot of wonderful savory and sweet recipes that include mint. It gets its enticing aroma from menthol, which is oil in the leaf. You can find these easy-to-grow mint varieties at nurseries or farmers’ markets. Mint should be planted in sun or partial shade with high moisture. It grows vigorously, so be careful where you plant it. You can cut it frequently to keep it in control....
