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azuki sam wedding ceremony chairs set up by water Credit: O'Malley Photographers ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

rhubarb-mld110974-128.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner rhubarb-mld110974-128.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner rhubarb-mld110974-128.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner rhubarb-mld110974-128.jpg Credit: Bryan Gardner A delicious and underutilized vegetable, rhubarb is at its peak from April until June—just in time for Easter and Mother’s Day. Also known as pieplant, it has a tart flavor and bright color. While its leaves are poisonous, the stalks are safe to eat and are quite tasty when cooked with a sweetener, making them a great addition to a number of desserts....

classic dutch baby topped with berries and cream Credit: Lennart Weibull classic dutch baby topped with berries and cream Credit: Lennart Weibull classic dutch baby topped with berries and cream Credit: Lennart Weibull classic dutch baby topped with berries and cream Credit: Lennart Weibull The next time your crew craves pancakes, present something new and exciting: a Dutch baby pancake. Just whir a few basic ingredients in a blender, pour the batter into a piping-hot skillet, and bake it for 20 minutes....

leah koenig cooking with basting brush Credit: Courtesy of Leah Koenig ` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together...

dog sitting on sofa Credit: Getty Images dog sitting on sofa Credit: Getty Images dog sitting on sofa Credit: Getty Images dog sitting on sofa Credit: Getty Images On This Page Pet-Proof Sofa Materials Short-Term Pet-Proofing Techniques Long-Term Pet-Proofing Techniques A beloved pet is an extension of the family, and to many pet parents, there’s no greater pleasure than cuddling up with a furry friend on the sofa. Pet owners are accustomed to dealing with fur balls, scratches, and the occasional accident or muddy paw print, but a bit of preparation when shopping for a sofa can help you avoid headaches and possible furniture damage....

outdoor floral ceremony decor with wooden chairs Credit: Hunter Ryan Photo ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

woman holding bowl of vegetables from garden Credit: Getty / Hinterhaus Productions woman holding bowl of vegetables from garden Credit: Getty / Hinterhaus Productions woman holding bowl of vegetables from garden Credit: Getty / Hinterhaus Productions woman holding bowl of vegetables from garden Credit: Getty / Hinterhaus Productions Gardening is quickly becoming an essential activity amid the coronavirus pandemic—and it’s not difficult to see why. It’s easy to grow lush flowers and delicious fruits and vegetables from the comforts of our yards, well away from others....

folded tea towels in a stack Credit: Getty / Jennifer Causey folded tea towels in a stack Credit: Getty / Jennifer Causey folded tea towels in a stack Credit: Getty / Jennifer Causey folded tea towels in a stack Credit: Getty / Jennifer Causey Let’s face it: No matter how often we wash our tea towels, they always seem to be covered in spot and stains. The reason? “Tea towels are typically made of cotton or linen,” explain Gwen Whiting and Lindsey Boyd, the co-founders of The Laundress....

elegant citrus table setting Credit: Bryan Gardner elegant citrus table setting Credit: Bryan Gardner elegant citrus table setting Credit: Bryan Gardner elegant citrus table setting Credit: Bryan Gardner We now have proof that several generations can get along beautifully at your holiday dinner table. Ahead, Living home editor Lorna Aragon shows how four classic china patterns—similar to ones you may have collected or even inherited—can be gorgeously refreshed in modern place settings....

Leslie Scott creator of Jenga Credit: Sue Macpherson If you’ve ever played a round of Jenga, you can relate to the whirlwind of emotions experienced in mere minutes: the lighthearted laughter, the stints of serious concentration, the growing suspense - all components of a good game. It’s exactly why the creator behind it, Leslie Scott, had all the confidence in the world that the game would fly off the shelves as soon as buyers saw it....

aina & co family portrait Credit: Courtesy of Megan Spelman Self Made View Series Asia Carreathers Co-Launched This Sustainable Agriculture Brand to Make Growing Your Own Food Safer and Easier Nya Jones' Journal Brand Will Help You Express Yourself—and Boost Your Mental Health Sonya Vega, the Founder and CEO of Doña Vega, Wants to Share Her Modern Take on Mezcal With the World Sunny&Ted Founder Jasmine Williams Is Spreading Holiday Cheer With Her Diverse Line of Home Décor aina & co family portrait Credit: Courtesy of Megan Spelman aina & co family portrait Credit: Courtesy of Megan Spelman...

Lemons in Black Bowl on Table Credit: Johnny Miller Lemons in Black Bowl on Table Credit: Johnny Miller Lemons in Black Bowl on Table Credit: Johnny Miller Lemons in Black Bowl on Table Credit: Johnny Miller From their cheerful yellow hue to their acidic flavor, there’s something magical about lemons. They are endlessly versatile in the kitchen, lending themselves to both sweet and savory recipes. Eureka lemons, which are the kind you’re most likely to find in your grocery store, have a sour, tangy flavor....

` Net Worth Logo View Series Five Steps to Take Now to Catch Up on Retirement Savings How to Start a Retirement Fund at Any Life Stage How to Maximize Your Retirement Accounts Three Things You Need to Know If You’re Considering Early Retirement The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced that the official last day to file your taxes without filing for an extension is May 17, with the exception of this year’s victims of February’s winter storms in Texas, Oklahoma, and Louisiana, who now have until June 15....

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen Kissing at Wedding Credit: Lindsay Madden Photography Not only do you want everything to go smoothly on your wedding day, you also want great energy, happy guests, and a packed dance floor! Don’t underestimate the role your floor plan plays in creating the right setting for an amazing party. 1. Make the dance floor your center stage. The bride (and groom) might be the center of attention, but the dance floor’s the center of the party....

Maya-Camille Broussard baker and cookbook author Credit: Dan Goldberg Maya-Camille Broussard baker and cookbook author Credit: Dan Goldberg Maya-Camille Broussard baker and cookbook author Credit: Dan Goldberg Maya-Camille Broussard baker and cookbook author Credit: Dan Goldberg Maya-Camille Broussard knows a thing or two about making pies. The celebrated Chicago baker, racial justice advocate, and star of Netflix’s Bake Squad, has even written a book about them: The just-released Justice of the Pies: Sweet and Savory Pies, Quiches, and Tarts Inspirational Stories from Exceptional People marks her cookbook debut....

wedding guests in colorful dresses Credit: Jenn Emerling ` Martha Stewart Weddings View All A Musical Festival and a Green Couch Inspired This Couple’s Whimsical Garden Wedding in California 9 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2023, According to Wedding Planners and Event Designers 7 Wedding Dress and Accessory Trends Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know About in 2023 Princess Eugenie Is Pregnant With Her Second Child—and Is Due This Summer...

Wrapped White Gift Boxes with Bows, Wedding Presents Credit: Getty Images Wedding gift etiquette can be confusing in today’s world, especially when couples having so many pre-nuptial celebrations. Between the engagement party, bridal shower, and the wedding itself, there are multiple occasions when a guest might be expected to bring a present along. But what happens if you’re not attending some of these events? Do you still need to send a gift, or even a card, in your absence?...

harissa-roasted green beans topped with sesame seeds Credit: Kate Sears ` What’s for Dinner Franchise Logo View Series 18 Cozy, Comforting Winter Dinner Recipes You’ll Make on Repeat Our Favorite 20-Minute Dinner Recipes for When You Need a Home-Cooked Meal Fast What’s for Dinner This Week: Quick Chicken Puttanesca, Sheet-Pan Sausages With Squash, and a 15-Minute Vegetarian Meal What’s for Dinner This Week: Bacon-Wrapped Chicken, Beans-and-Greens Stuffed Peppers, and More Easy, Broiled Dishes...

Pasta Alfredo with Lemon and Asparagus Credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo ` Mastering the Holiday Meal Franchise Logo View Series Planning a Picnic? Here’s How to Pull It Off Smoothly, From Packing Your Tote to Choosing the Perfect Location What to Cook on the Grill This Father’s Day Make Mom Lunch Not Brunch with Our Marvelous Mostly Make-Ahead Menu Mother’s Day Baking Projects You and Your Mom Can Tackle Together...

ft_hyacinths01_m.jpg Forcing hyacinths to bloom in water was a Victorian passion that fell out of favor in the twentieth century – perhaps because garden writers made the process seem more complicated and mysterious than it is. Hyacinth bulbs are exceptionally eager to bloom and will do so with only the slightest encouragement, providing a fragrant and long-lasting symbol of spring. To force hyacinths, buy pre-chilled bulbs that have received a cold treatment imitating winter....