If you’re just starting out, remember that the backbone of a good bar starts with six basic spirits: the clear and brown foundational bottles. For clear spirits, always have a tequila, gin, and vodka on hand. For darker spirits, consider stocking your bar cart with scotch, bourbon, and rum. No need to use super premium bottles for cocktails, but always keep quality top of mind. And whatever you do, stay away from any sugary pre-packaged mixers at the grocery store....
Whether you’re looking for simple storage for heavy items, hoping to keep clutter hidden, or need to store a lot of items without taking up a lot of floor space, there are shelving units that are perfect for what you need.
“Home has become a sanctuary for many during the pandemic, and the kitchen is moving away from clean and modern, or what people typically think of when considering the future,” designer Tiffany Leigh Piotrowski says. “Kitchens seem to be moving toward a more livable, cozy, and approachable environment.” After months of profound uncertainty and vital flexibility, the post-pandemic kitchen will reflect a collective need for calm. But in the midst of relaxing and mood-boosting enhancements, these spaces will heed the lessons learned from this period, too....
Best Party Foods There’s not a lot that’s more important for planning a party than coming up with good food and the perfect party menu! Okay, well maybe perfecting the guest list and planning party games are both important too, but the food – the food is a great way to make or break a party. So I’ve put together my top party food ideas that work at pretty much any kind of party you might be throwing because let’s face it, we all want the food to make, not break the party....
What it can tell you: Whether a cancerous breast lump or thickening is present. When to have it: Generally, your doctor should give you a manual breast exam starting in your early 20s. By the time you’re 30, you should have a manual, clinical exam every year. Recommendations for CBE vary slightly by health organization—here are a few to consider, in addition to consulting your doctor to determine when to start and how often to get a CBE....
The savviest Starbucks patrons know that the simplest drinks are often the least expensive. Perhaps you’re a fan of the sophisticated drinks, though. Fear not. We’ve developed a few alternatives to the more expensive drinks on the menu to satisfy both your caffeine craving and your wallet. Drinks Similar to Your Fave Starbucks Coffees and Teas* Iced Caffe Latte: $4.45 Instead of ordering the classic iced latte, save $2 by ordering two shots of espresso over ice....
Try incorporating these home-cooling design moves. By swapping out heavy textiles for airy fabrics and setting up effective cross-ventilation, you can create a cooler house without touching the thermostat. Here’s how to design your way to a chill, summer-ready house. Then, embrace a bare hardwood or stone floor, which is cooler underfoot. For those spots that need a rug, such as beside the bed or under the kitchen sink, swap in a flatwoven rug in a natural fiber, like this IKEA unbleached cotton area rug for just $4....
Though essential during a holiday meal, gravy usually becomes an afterthought when overshadowed by the stress of cooking a 15-pound turkey. However, there’s good news. Remove one more item from your to-do list and opt for store-bought gravy instead of making it from scratch. With a few simple modifications and tweaks, you can easily transform store-bought gravy into a richer, tastier sauce—and fool everyone into thinking it was homemade. And, if you happen to have some extra, there’s no harm in transforming your leftover gravy into classic Canadian-style poutine or hearty brunch biscuits and gravy....
That being said, all warming drinks are not created equal. (Anyone who has ever brutally burnt their mouth on a scalding styrofoam cup of microwave cocoa knows exactly what I’m talking about.) But when they’re made with care and quality ingredients, they’re good. What’s more comforting than a freshly made mug of spiced chai, or more decadent than creamy hot chocolate stirred with warm milk and marshmallows? Here, we sipped our way through 52 (!...
Dirt, dead skin cells, and oil all accumulate on your jeans when you wear them. The only way to clean them is to wash them.
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1. Consider common values While most couples would agree that moving in together is indeed a monumental step, ensure you’re both on the same page about what the act of sharing a space means. “Moving in together should force you to talk about common values, goals, and what they mean,” says Amatenstein. “Sometimes people think that moving in together isn’t as serious a step as marriage, so they take the act lightly....
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Even though I live alone, moving into 500 square feet required seriously rethinking the way I interact with my space. I have had to get really creative when it comes to optimization. Even though 2021 was, generally speaking, a big shopping year for me (being shuttered inside for months will do that to a person) the six best products I bought were all space-saving household items. Decluttering was essential during this move....
Origin: Either the sea or the earth. Widely sold brands include Morton and Diamond Crystal, which are made using different methods. Kosher salt got its name because its craggy crystals make it perfect for curing meat―a step in the koshering process. Texture: Coarse. Cooks prize crystals like these; their roughness makes it easy to pinch a perfect amount. To buy: Look in your local supermarket. Kosher salts cost about $1 per pound....
Open enrollment is the period of time near the end of the year when eligible individuals can pick their health insurance plan for the year ahead. (Open enrollment 2020 was in late 2019, and we’re now in open enrollment 2021, for healthcare to cover you for next year.) People with employer-provided health insurance may be able to pick coverage levels, additional coverage—think dental insurance or vision insurance—and other insurance options....
The Biggest Culprits Physical and Emotional Stress While emotional stress is certainly one culprit, David J. Calabro, DC—a certified pediatric and pregnancy chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner in Linwood, New Jersey—says physical stress also plays a role. That includes falls, accidents, and traumas such as falling off a bicycle, jamming your head getting out of a car, or undergoing a C-section delivery (which puts extra stress on the neck). Even if these things happened when you were young, “they can manifest years later as pain or other symptoms,” he adds....
