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chocolate-truffle-coating-dec-02-2016_0068.jpg (skyword:372693) Photo by Steven Karl Metzer Not only are they easy to make, chocolate truffles just might be one of the most versatile confections for flavor customization. Here are a dozen different coatings you can use to add unique flavor to every chocolaty bite. Above are 12 coating ideas, left to right starting top left: 1. Matcha (green tea powder): Coating chocolate truffles in matcha gives a rich herbal green tea flavor....

When it comes to drinking wine, you can take the process as seriously as you want to—or not seriously at all. “The benefit of tasting ‘properly’ versus just drinking for fun is that it can be used as a tool to help you express what you do and don’t enjoy in wine,” says Maryse Chevriere, sommelier and author of Grasping the Grape ($11.75, amazon.com). “Once you’re able to identify key characteristics—light body versus full body, levels of acidity, does this actually taste sweet and have residual sugar or does it just smell very fruity?...

Welcoming a dog into your family has plenty of positive benefits for owners, including having a new best friend. But amid the COVID-19 pandemic, research has shown that there are mental health perks associated with having a four-legged companion around. “Dog owners reported having significantly more social support available to them compared to potential dog owners, and their depression scores were also lower, compared to potential dog owners,” Dr. Francois Martin, a researcher from Nestle Purina Research and the corresponding author for a new study published in the journal PLOS One, said....

October is officially here, which means that families across the country are setting up their Halloween decorations. In fact, according to a new study conducted by Lombardo Homes, 41 percent of Americans will begin the Halloween decorating process this very week. So, what is everyone is setting up outside? That all depends on where the ghost and goblin enthusiasts live across the United States, as the most popular types of décor can vary widely....

bridal party Credit: Michael & Carina Photography ` 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...

overhead view of blue and white ice dyed table setting Credit: Chelsea Cavanaugh overhead view of blue and white ice dyed table setting Credit: Chelsea Cavanaugh overhead view of blue and white ice dyed table setting Credit: Chelsea Cavanaugh overhead view of blue and white ice dyed table setting Credit: Chelsea Cavanaugh While pool parties, barbecues, and family picnics have traditionally been popular ways to gather over the Labor Day weekend, things are going to be different this year because of social distancing guidelines....

gardening tools hanging in shed Credit: Tom Merton / Getty Images gardening tools hanging in shed Credit: Tom Merton / Getty Images gardening tools hanging in shed Credit: Tom Merton / Getty Images gardening tools hanging in shed Credit: Tom Merton / Getty Images Keeping pruners, weeders, shears, loppers, shovels, and all your other garden tools clean may feel like an unnecessary task, since you use them to dig in the dirt....

Forget Me Not Alaska State Flower Credit: NNehring/Getty Images Forget Me Not Alaska State Flower Credit: NNehring/Getty Images Forget Me Not Alaska State Flower Credit: NNehring/Getty Images Forget Me Not Alaska State Flower Credit: NNehring/Getty Images For a cute, colorful flower that regrows every year, consider planting forget-me-nots in your garden. “Forget-me-not blossoms are dainty (with five petals and an open, flat face) and come in shades like vivid blue, pink, and white,” says Kelly Wilkness, host of My Soulful Home on Smart....

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prosperity toss with raw salmon, pickled vegetables, and wontons from Phat Eatery restaurant Credit: Courtesy of Isabel Protamartir/Phat Eatery prosperity toss with raw salmon, pickled vegetables, and wontons from Phat Eatery restaurant Credit: Courtesy of Isabel Protamartir/Phat Eatery prosperity toss with raw salmon, pickled vegetables, and wontons from Phat Eatery restaurant Credit: Courtesy of Isabel Protamartir/Phat Eatery prosperity toss with raw salmon, pickled vegetables, and wontons from Phat Eatery restaurant...

10-martha-tomato-portrait-68653-d112503.jpg Harvest Time: Tomatoes are ready to be picked when they yield to the slightest tug. To make sure the ripe fruit doesn't get bruised or damaged in transport, carefully place the tomatoes on rimmed baking sheets instead of stacking them. | Credit: John Kernick George and Ira Gershwin’s 1937 song “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” gets one thing right: “You like tomato and I like tomahto.” One of the most loved, used, and grown fruits, the tomato is also one of the most versatile....

Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William, Duke of Cambridge Credit: Jeff J Mitchell / Staff via Getty Images ` 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...

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` 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 The tradition of having a receiving line at a wedding has dwindled in recent years, as weddings tend to extend over entire weekends of celebration and spending quality time with guests....

If you’re curious about how natural cleaning products work or why baking soda is such a powerful ingredient, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll explain the science behind some of the most popular cleaning methods and tools, so you can you clean smarter—not harder. Follow along with Clean Science to see which technique we break down next. person cleaning wood table top with rag and cleaning solution Credit: Getty / Panpreeda Mahaly / EyeEm Wood furniture is known for its durability and beauty, but unfortunately, it can be tricky to clean....

two piece bridesmaids bespoke photography blush Credit: Bespoke Photography If you’re lucky enough to have both a sister and a best friend, you may run into an unexpected predicament as you plan your wedding. Which one of these important women should stand by your side as the maid of honor on your big day? When you’re tasked with picking between your sister and your BFF for this crucial job, the choice often isn’t all that obvious....

The Archbishop of Canterbury, Rowan Williams leads Catherine Middleton and her Father Michael Middleton as Prince William and Prince Harry stand at the altar during the Royal Wedding of Prince William to Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey on April 29, 2011 Credit: WPA Pool / GETTY IMAGES ` 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...

A person holds up a bra in front of a drawer filled with more bras. Credit: Getty Images It can be hard to find a bra that fits you properly. It can be even harder to ditch a bra that’s the wrong size or worn out, because that means-gulp!-buying a new one. In reality, wearing a bra that doesn’t fit you can hurt more than it helps. When you finally break free, consider one of these sustainable solutions instead of throwing your bra into the trash and sending it to a landfill....

woman in towel touching neck Credit: Getty / FreshSplash woman in towel touching neck Credit: Getty / FreshSplash woman in towel touching neck Credit: Getty / FreshSplash woman in towel touching neck Credit: Getty / FreshSplash Everyone wants to age gracefully—and we know how to do it. Follow along with Live Well for beauty tips, exercise routines, and lifestyle changes to make as the years go by. Together, they’ll make aging simple, which gives you more time to embrace each moment....

Kitchen Tools on Countertop Credit: Enrique Díaz / 7cero / Getty Images Kitchen Tools on Countertop Credit: Enrique Díaz / 7cero / Getty Images Kitchen Tools on Countertop Credit: Enrique Díaz / 7cero / Getty Images Kitchen Tools on Countertop Credit: Enrique Díaz / 7cero / Getty Images There are hundreds of gadgets out there that promise to make prepping and cooking easier and faster, but there are very few that our editors agree are worth giving up space for in our kitchens....