It’s no surprise that mega restaurant chains and grocers have taken notice. Milk was one of the first things to go mainstream in vegan form. Remember the days when there was only soy, and the only person on earth who drank it was your lactose-intolerant dad? Today, a stroll through any grocery store will lead you past carton after carton of almond, coconut, cashew, soybean, rice, hemp, and pea milk....
Student and teacher discounts Smart shopping expert Trae Bodge says college students qualify for major savings year-round, but especially around the start of each school year in late summer or early fall. “Typically, tech companies have student discounts,” Bodge says. “And the discounts do ramp up around back-to-school time for students, and in many cases, teachers, so they can get supplies for the year.” Check Apple, Best Buy, and Adobe for student discounts on everything from laptops and tablets to photo editing software....
This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase via these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. A Delicious Berry Mocktail Earlier this year I went to this amazing cocktail parlor, Bitter and Twisted, with my friends during our recent trip to Phoenix. I don’t actually drink alcohol so I can’t tell you anything about the cocktails, but the thing that I loved most was that they actually offered an entire mocktail menu....
We also spoke to Natalie D. Dautovich, Ph.D., who serves as the Environmental Fellow at the National Sleep Foundation, about the importance of choosing the right pillow: “When your body is properly supported with the right pillow, you’re more likely to sleep continuously, and this allows your brain and body enough time in each phase of sleep.” Our top pick, the Slumber Cloud Core Down-Alternative Pillow, has the soft, cloud-like feel of a traditional down pillow while still providing ample support and maintaining its shape....
We curated a list of all the best home deals Target’s sale has to offer in each category. To make cleaning your home a less daunting task, you can pick up a Shark robot vacuum for $150 less than usual. It can be controlled from your smartphone, so you can come home to freshly cleaned floors without having to put in the work. If you’re shopping for small appliances and cookware, you won’t want to skip over the amazing kitchen deals....
To determine the best ceiling fans, we analyzed price points, cooling capabilities for room sizes, and style. We also consulted experts to weigh in on the most important features of ceiling fans, helping you to pick the best one for your home. “Ceiling fans have come a long way in recent years with designs incorporating more modern styles and coming in many different colors and finishes to coordinate beautifully with your room,” says Decorist designer Ashley Mecham....
To determine the best weed killers, we researched dozens of the most popular options, considering their active ingredients, effectiveness, and ease of use. We also paid attention to whether the products were designed to kill weeds, prevent weeds, or both. In addition to Dr. M-Curtis, we also spoke to Michael Augaitis, lawn care expert and owner of Florida Gardens Lawn and Shrub Care, and Stuart Mackenzie, horticulturist and expert at Trees....
The only thing better than a good BB cream? An inexpensive BB cream. Happily, the drugstore shelves are lined with plenty of options. Here, seven wallet-friendly BB creams that deserve an A+. To buy: $9; ulta.com. To buy: $9; target.com. To buy: $10; walmart.com. To buy: $11; target.com. To buy: $16; target.com. To buy: $9; cvs.com. To buy: $6; walmart.com.
While there are many small tweaks you can make to minimize sedentariness, one powerful way to combat workday woes is to use a standing desk (sometimes called an “adjustable height desk” or a “sit-to-stand desk”). These desks can be lifted and lowered, allowing you to shift seamlessly between sitting and standing positions. Doing so can help you to change posture and stretch more throughout the workday, which can increase “mindfulness, alertness, and circulation,” says Heather White, master ergonomist for the Ergonomics Center at North Carolina State University....
Ready or not, spooky season is officially over and winter is on its way, which means it’s time to embrace all things cozy. And it doesn’t get cozier than this plush robe from Barefoot Dreams. The brand gained popularity from its super-soft blankets, which celebrities like Kate Hudson, Chrissy Teigen, and Shay Mitchell love. But Barefoot Dreams also makes loungewear from the same soft materials—including a cardigan that always sells out, fuzzy socks, and the hooded robe up for discussion today....
I’ve had two friends in the past week or so go do some fresh blueberry picking. They both made blueberry yogurt muffins but past that they weren’t quite sure what to do with them. I wish I’d had today’s recipe to point to when were talking because these are so delicious with fresh summer blueberries! If you like blueberries and you love cheesecake, you’re going to love these blueberry cheesecake bars....
We fired up the stove and tested 142 braising, simmering, and starter sauces that will cut your meal-prep time in half. Which is the best sauce for chicken, or better yet, which is the best tikka masala sauce? We tried them on a variety of quick dinners, and these six sauce options reigned supreme. Our Top Picks Best for Beef: Williams Sonoma Braising Sauce, Black Truffle Short Rib Best Thai Sauce: Saffron Road Lemongrass Basil Simmer Sauce Best Tikka Masala Sauce: Masala Mama Tikka Masala Best Enchilada Sauce: Ortega Red Chile Enchilada Sauce Best Marsala Sauce: Stonewall Kitchen Chicken Marsala Simmering Sauce
The Best Strawberry Spinach Salad I’ll be honest, I can’t take all or really any of the credit for today’s recipe because it’s one my good friend Sara shared with me before she moved to Hawaii. And ever since she shared it, I’ve been making it pretty much monthly. Maybe weekly. It’s seriously the best spinach and strawberry salad I’ve ever tried. I’m a huge fan of fruit and nut salads and this one still takes the cake....
With Memorial Day right around the corner – one of the biggest days for backyard bbqs – I thought it was about time to start sharing some of my favorite side dishes for summer parties. One of the traditional side dishes is a classic pasta salad. I typically don’t love pasta salad (unless it’s something like this strawberry spinach salad with bowtie pasta) because they tend to have a strong mayo flavor and most of the time, onions....
325-350 F: This is probably the range you use most often—and there’s a reason for that. Temperatures over 300F are where you begin to experience caramelization (browning of sugars) and the Maillard reaction (browning of proteins). Use this range for anything that’s going to be cooking for a while, such as slow roasts or braises. Cakes are also typically baked at 350 F since they have a fair amount of sugar....
I made these candied nuts for people to take home as a little party favor during my nutcracker games, and people were absolutely loving them! If you’ve never had candied nuts before, they’re basically nuts with a sort of coating made out of egg whites and sugar. This is a really easy recipe but the amazing flavor makes them taste gourmet, like you’re getting something from that mall kiosk we all know is there every year during the holiday season!...
And why not? Everyone’s got their own can’t-live-without Trader Joe’s product. Occasionally, however, something devastating happens: TJ’s stops selling something we’ve become addicted to. You drove all that way with sweaty palms and shaky hands—and it’s gone. Here, we honor the items that have served us well. May they rest in peace.
We asked financial experts to share their advice for the first money moves to make now that you’ve gotten your degree. As much as graduating can feel like being shot out of a cannon into a whole new world, these guidelines can help you feel more in control of your financial future. “Now that you may be earning a steady stream of income, using the 50/30/20 rule can help make it easy to budget and set financial goals,” explains Manny Chagas, chief operating officer at financial technology platform Oppfi and former vice president of Discover Student Loans....
