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Not surprisingly, and for various reasons, certain foods will see larger price increases than others. Topping the list with the largest increase compared to 2021 is beef and veal. While that category is now slated to see a 3.4 percent bump in 2022, beef and veal prices have risen a whopping 16.2 percent since last year. Another category that’s destined to see a big jump is poultry, which the USDA predicts will see a 6 to 7 percent increase in price this year....

What Is Rhubarb? Rhubarb is a vegetable that tends to be used like a fruit. Unlike tomatoes and avocado, fruits that are used in more savory preparation, rhubarb’s tartness lends itself to being paired with more sweet flavors. And though it may look like some familiar vegetables, rhubarb is in a class of its own. “Rhubarb, oddly enough, is not related to the celery or Swiss chard families, it’s actually part of the buckwheat family,” explains Brian Beadle, head chef of higher education at an ethical food service company called Genuine Foods....

Here’s what to know about the most popular Easter traditions today and the holiday itself. When Is Easter in 2022? This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 17, 2022—a bit later in the spring than it did last year (Sunday, April 4, 2021). The holiday is a “movable feast,” meaning the date, which is always a Sunday, changes every year and follows a similar calendar to the Hebrew calendar based on the lunar cycle....

The movement was started by a group of moms who wished to spread joy during quarantine season. Wine seemed like the universal choice to cheer people up, so they decided to initiate a Facebook group called “Sisterhood of the Traveling Wine.” From there, women would collect the addresses of wine lovers in their communities and ask which varieties of wine they prefer to receive. They then create a personal gift basket and deliver them to doorsteps, ringing the doorbell and running for cover to keep in line with social distancing....

Of course, you can always opt for TJ’s large selection of fresh fruit and vegetables for a healthy snack, but when you want something a little more, the popular grocery has you covered. In fact, the options are practically endless from seasoned nuts, dips and spreads, to chip varieties. We’ve narrowed the choices down to the 10 best healthy snacks you can find at Trader Joe’s.

In addition to unique cocktails and tasty fare, the report showed that people are yearning for more experiences when dining with friends and family (I mean, who doesn’t love dinner and a show?) Now, consumers can make a reservation at underwater restaurants and on swanky rooftops.Continue reading to learn more about what foods, drinks, and dining trends Yelp predicts in 2023! The michelagua This refreshing fruit mocktail is a playful twist on the classic Mexican drink, micheladas....

While many of these experiences were complimentary and were so graciously arranged by Visit Napa Valley, I would wholeheartedly recommend all of these things even if they weren’t. All opinions are 100% honest and my own as always. A while ago, I went with four of my blogging besties to visit Napa Valley for our Feed the Soul Retreat. It was everything I wished for, wanted, and didn’t even know I needed until it happened!...

Host a holiday potluck Potlucks are both fun and so much easier on the host. Create a shared sign-up sheet at least a week before your festivities so guests can plan and organize—and so you’re not stuck with seven sweet potato casseroles. Consider offering to make the turkey and fixings, and encourage guests to bring starters, sides, and dessert. This is a great opportunity for family members to whip up their renditions of traditional family recipes, or for friends to show off their own favorite holiday dishes....

According to experts, the hair color trends for 2022 are going more natural. “I think COVID has encouraged people to take care of their hair a little more, using less heat and more treatment-based products, but most importantly, embracing their natural textures,” says Nicole Kae, hairstylist and member of evo’s Australian creative team. “In my opinion, this is long overdue. Moving forward, it’s important that stylists recommend the correct products to help our clients embrace and style a more natural look....

Available websites for taking online classes range widely in topics, format, prices (though many are free), and personalization. For instance, find one-off, expert-guided career development sessions through LinkedIn Learning; dive deep into academic subjects from poetry to physics by taking real university courses via edX or Coursera; or maybe brush up on your macroeconomics know-how with Khan Academy lessons. All of this at your own pace and on your own time....

Get your guests in the mood to party with our picks for the best patriotic purchases out there, from Betsy Ross-approved cocktail napkins to an inflatable kiddie pool that doubles as an oversized outdoor cooler. Shop our favorites below, and prepare to pledge allegiance to these must-have Fourth of July finds. To buy: $8 for 20; papersource.com. To buy: $5; target.com. To buy: $10 for 8; amazon.com. To buy: $7 for 8, shopsweetlulu....

You know curb appeal when you see it. Yet sometimes it’s hard to pinpoint what exactly makes a particular house on the block so much more welcoming than the next. “You don’t need a big budget to create outstanding curb appeal,” says Deb Cohen, who runs the popular Instagram account @thefrontdoorproject. What you do need: color and contrast, balance, and good old-fashioned TLC. “Contrast dictates what our eye sees first, like a pot of yellow flowers against red brick,” explains Paula Monthofer, a real estate agent in Flagstaff, Arizona....

Chai means tea (so stop saying “chai tea”) and varies in composition throughout India. Chai Box’s blends reflect this, with combinations like the floral Hill Station with roses and cardamom, and Sweet Monsoon with mango, coconut, clove, and cinnamon. There are also gift sets available for the serious chai lover in your life. If you really feel like splurging, with free shipping to boot, check out packages like the New York Nostalgia, which includes smoked salmon, a dozen bagels, sable, scallion cream cheese, pickled herring, raspberry rugelach, and marble halvah....

While this post is sponsored by Perdue Farms, all opinions and recipes are 100% honest and my own! Easier Cooking I was chatting with my brother today and at some point in the conversation we both came to the same consensus – we are so over cooking dinner. It’s been a long five months of cooking at home. With the start of school – whatever that looks like – right around the corner, schedules are going to get a lot busier than they have been for most people the last few months....

The Best Gifts for 3 Year Olds As a boy mom, we’ve gone through a lot of boy toys and had to come up with a lot of gifts for boys. Now that my second is just about three, I thought it was time to update this post with some of our new favorite gifts for 3 year old boys as we’re planning our own Christmas presents! This list is designed specifically for boys but there are definitely ideas on here that would work for any 3 year old so if you’re looking for girls, it’s definitely worth reading anyway!...

the Best Christmas Party Games With all of the holiday parties, you’re bound to need at least a couple of fun Christmas games to play! Lucky for you, I’ve gone through the trouble of collecting 45 of my favorite Christmas party games from all over the internet! Now all you have to do is play! There are games with free printables (trivia, charades, Christmas bingo, Minute to Win It Christmas games) and others that have all of the instructions you need to have your own holiday game night....

Luckily, French braiding your hair is like riding a bicycle: Once you know how to do it, it becomes second nature and you can master the elegant updos you see on Instagram and Pinterest. To help you get an enviable Grecian head of hair, we asked celebrity hairstylist and inventor of the Beachwaver, a rotating curling iron formulated for your hair type, Sarah Potempa to break down three braided updo hairstyles that you can easily master....

Out of all of the seasons of the year, Christmas just seems to be the one where people watch the most movies. I don’t know if it’s because TV shows take a winter break and people need something to do or if it’s just because there are so many amazing iconic movies to watch. Either way watching Christmas movies is one of my family’s favorite ways to celebrate the season!...

How Much Wine Is Healthy? When it comes to alcohol, monitoring the amount you consume is the most important thing you can do for your health. According to the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, women should try to consume no more than one glass of wine per day. “There are ‘better for you’ wines out there, but it’s smart to keep some basics in mind,” explains Frances Largeman-Roth, RDN, nutrition expert and author of Smoothies & Juices: Prevention Healing Kitchen....