dimanche 15 juillet 2018
5 Methods For Grilling Fish That Will Earn You the Title "Grill Master of Summer"
From hot dogs to halloumi and wild leeks to watermelon, just about every provision can be made more delicious on the grill. My recent obsession is fish; a short trip to the grill takes its delicate flavor profile for a wild ride, imparting a char and an intoxicatingly smoky aroma that can't be replicated. Another reason to love fish on the 'cue: the versatile protein also...
The 10 Best Places to Travel Alone in the US
The world is meant to be explored, and so often, we compromise self-care on vacation to accommodate family, friends, and work. For those who want to unwind from the daily routines and to wander without distraction, traveling solo does wonders for the soul.
There are endless adventures sprinkled across the United States, each of which will illuminate a certain side of you....
30 Affordable Gifts For Women in Their 30s
Your 20s are over . . . thank God. Now that you're living it up in your 30s - hopefully feeling more confident and comfortable in your skin - gift giving and receiving should be even easier. Thirty-somethings appreciate thoughtful gifts that are practical, pretty, and useful in some way. Whether they're kitchen mavens, badass working women, or just in need of a little appreciation,...
Grill Like a Pro! 25 Foolproof Grilling Recipes For Complete Beginners
"Grilling" and "intimidating" don't have to be part of the same sentence. If you're a complete beginner, look no further than these easy grilling recipes anyone can master, from basic grilled shrimp to juicy grilled chicken and grilled vegetables kabobs perfect for an outdoor party. Throwing vegetables and meat on the grill gives your food that irreplaceable flavor that won't...
The Completely Addictive Method For Grilling Burgers
I've grilled many burgers in my day, many of which were decent but none of which were restaurant-quality - that is, until I learned this technique from America's Test Kitchen. It's by far the most foolproof way to grill a burger with a charred exterior and juicy pink interior. The most important factor? Don't buy preground meat. Another little-known tip is to freeze the patties...
You Won't Believe This Hack to Clean Your Grill
If you're like me, you might love a great BBQ, but the clean-up? Not so much. That was until I found a natural and easy method that worked like a charm every single time. With no need for harsh chemicals or rigorous scrubbing, this simple trick not only makes cleaning a breeze, but it's good for the environment, too. So now, when life gives me lemons, I use them to clean...
Travel Within the USA Is Underrated - Here's Why You Should Do More of It
Here in the United States, our country is experiencing some divisive times. And yet, in times like these, it becomes ever more important to dig deep into the country many of us call home and reacquaint ourselves with the variety of cultures and experiences this nation has to offer. This realization prompted me to think about some of my own experiences with domestic travel....
This Weighted Blanket Is "Like Advil PM For Your Whole Body"
Anxiety and insomnia are common problems these days, and while you could treat these issues by taking one of the many of drugs on the market, you can also try wrapping yourself in a weighted blanket. The deep pressure these blankets produce is akin to being embraced in a hug, which is said to stimulate the production of serotonin and endorphins, two naturally calming chemicals...
Insider Tips For Saving Money on the Great Summer Road Trip
Picture this: the windows are down, your favorite tunes are filling the air, and there's nothing but the open road ahead. Oh yeah, we're talking about the great American Summer road trip. This country is so vast and diverse, you can take a completely different trip just about every year. Mountains, rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, 250-foot-tall sequoias – it's all here.
But...
50 States of Grocery Stores: Where to Shop in Every State
Everyone has a favorite grocery store, whether it's Aldi, Costco, or Trader Joe's. But is your go-to supermarket the best one your state has to offer? From budget-friendly warehouse stores to family-owned grocery stores that have served communities for more than 100 years, there are so many stores across the US worth noting and adding to your list of places to visit for all...
The Best Way to Grill Asparagus
Before I learned this method, my grilled asparagus always ended up stringy, charred, and shriveled. I had all but given up hope that it could ever taste good, unless wrapped in bacon. However, while at a dinner party, I learned a new way of cooking it that is foolproof.
Buy thick, hearty stalks of asparagus. These are less likely to fall through grill grates. Prep the asparagus...
The Right Way to Grill Hot Dogs and Sausages
Grilling hot dogs and sausages might seem like a culinary task so simple that instructions aren't necessary. In many ways it is (easy, that is), but to do it right requires a pinch of know-how. The key thing to know is that both of these Summer cookout staples are temperature-sensitive and prone to splitting and drying out. Instead of throwing them straight on a smoking-hot...
How I Turned My Ikea Couch Into an $11,000 Designer Sofa
I don't believe you grow out of Ikea past the age of 25. I love the Swedish brand's minimalist aesthetic. And since I like to mix things up, the price point works for a design commitment-phobe like me. Despite my Ikea love, after three years, my Karlstad sofa started to look a bit sad. Since the low-profile sofa fit perfectly in my open living room, I decided to give it a...
Tyler Florence's Hack Will Forever Change the Way You Make Mashed Potatoes
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Nicole Perry
Food Network chef Tyler Florence shared his mashed potatoes recipe with us, and I immediately had to try it. Traditionally, potatoes are cooked in water before being mashed together with butter and cream (or milk). However, Tyler suggests cooking the potatoes in the cream itself, so no potato-y flavor is lost. He explains,...
15 Gifts That Will Make Your Life WAY Easier
Stocking stuffers and novel gifts are fun and all, but they're not very practical. How many presents have you received that you never end up putting to use? Instead of giving someone an item that's just going to sit in their closet, give them something practical that they'll actually appreciate. Help make their lives easier with these 15 gifts.
- Additional reporting by India...
5 Steps to Pizza-Grilling Success
Of the less-than-conventional foods to throw on the grill, my favorite is probably pizza. I love a luscious, melted pie in any form, but there's something about the crunch and char of the crust from the grill that makes barbecued pizza irresistible. Thinking of throwing a pizza on your grates for the first time? Here are a few tips for grilled pizza pizzazz.
1. Make sure...
7 Must-Have Healing Plants For a Lush Summer Spa Garden
Hands up if Summer is your favorite season of the year. Who can argue with sun, sand, and surf, right? The bad news is that all of those elements can wreak havoc on your skin. Humidity, heat, sun exposure, and wind exposure can all contribute to skin that isn't its cutest (think sunburn, blemishes, blotchiness, and dry skin, to name just a few potential issues).
Luckily,...
5 Methods For Grilling Fish That Will Earn You the Title "Grill Master of Summer"
From hot dogs to halloumi and wild leeks to watermelon, just about every provision can be made more delicious on the grill. My recent obsession is fish; a short trip to the grill takes its delicate flavor profile for a wild ride, imparting a char and an intoxicatingly smoky aroma that can't be replicated. Another reason to love fish on the 'cue: the versatile protein also...
The 10 Best Places to Travel Alone in the US
The world is meant to be explored, and so often, we compromise self-care on vacation to accommodate family, friends, and work. For those who want to unwind from the daily routines and to wander without distraction, traveling solo does wonders for the soul.
There are endless adventures sprinkled across the United States, each of which will illuminate a certain side of you....
30 Affordable Gifts For Women in Their 30s
Your 20s are over . . . thank God. Now that you're living it up in your 30s - hopefully feeling more confident and comfortable in your skin - gift giving and receiving should be even easier. Thirty-somethings appreciate thoughtful gifts that are practical, pretty, and useful in some way. Whether they're kitchen mavens, badass working women, or just in need of a little appreciation,...
Grill Like a Pro! 25 Foolproof Grilling Recipes For Complete Beginners
"Grilling" and "intimidating" don't have to be part of the same sentence. If you're a complete beginner, look no further than these easy grilling recipes anyone can master, from basic grilled shrimp to juicy grilled chicken and grilled vegetables kabobs perfect for an outdoor party. Throwing vegetables and meat on the grill gives your food that irreplaceable flavor that won't...
The Completely Addictive Method For Grilling Burgers
I've grilled many burgers in my day, many of which were decent but none of which were restaurant-quality - that is, until I learned this technique from America's Test Kitchen. It's by far the most foolproof way to grill a burger with a charred exterior and juicy pink interior. The most important factor? Don't buy preground meat. Another little-known tip is to freeze the patties...
You Won't Believe This Hack to Clean Your Grill
If you're like me, you might love a great BBQ, but the clean-up? Not so much. That was until I found a natural and easy method that worked like a charm every single time. With no need for harsh chemicals or rigorous scrubbing, this simple trick not only makes cleaning a breeze, but it's good for the environment, too. So now, when life gives me lemons, I use them to clean...
Travel Within the USA Is Underrated - Here's Why You Should Do More of It
Here in the United States, our country is experiencing some divisive times. And yet, in times like these, it becomes ever more important to dig deep into the country many of us call home and reacquaint ourselves with the variety of cultures and experiences this nation has to offer. This realization prompted me to think about some of my own experiences with domestic travel....
If You Can't Get Enough Royal Romance, Check Out These Netflix Movies
Obsessed with the adorable, real-life romantic saga of Will and Kate and Harry and Meghan? You can live vicariously through these royal couples via the big screen. Get your regal romance fix right away with these passion-filled films, which are all available on Netflix. If you consider yourself the queen of royal relationships, browse through these romantic movies to watch...
Insider Tips For Saving Money on the Great Summer Road Trip
Picture this: the windows are down, your favorite tunes are filling the air, and there's nothing but the open road ahead. Oh yeah, we're talking about the great American Summer road trip. This country is so vast and diverse, you can take a completely different trip just about every year. Mountains, rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, 250-foot-tall sequoias – it's all here.
But...
10 Date Spots at Disney World For Every Couple
People say that Disney World is just for kids, and that might be true: kids . . . and kids at heart! That doesn't mean that the adults in the group can't get away from the kids for a while and enjoy a little date night while on vacation. In fact, Disney World has a huge variety of perfect date spots, from a simple but fun mini golf date to an extravagant private fireworks...
13 Hot Guys Who've Completely Longbottomed Over the Years
We've had the pleasure of witnessing Harry Potter's Neville Longbottom transform into the sexiest wizard (no Polyjuice Potion required), so it was only right that we found others who've Longbottomed over the years like Matthew Lewis. Turns out, many of our favorite male stars started from the (Long)bottom before becoming Hollywood eye candy. Some changed so drastically that...
5 Reasons The Parent Trap Is Disney's Most Twisted Film
As a Hollywood powerhouse, Disney is very good at heralding its successes and hiding its oddities. Sure, we've all seen Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. But tucked deep inside the Disney Vault are more obscure titles, like The Black Cauldron, In Search of the Castaways, and The Three Lives of Thomasina. Some are merely bad. Others are...
Travel Within the USA Is Underrated - Here's Why You Should Do More of It
Here in the United States, our country is experiencing some divisive times. And yet, in times like these, it becomes ever more important to dig deep into the country many of us call home and reacquaint ourselves with the variety of cultures and experiences this nation has to offer. This realization prompted me to think about some of my own experiences with domestic travel....
Having an Open Marriage Ultimately Led to My Divorce
I remember the moment we met. It was a crowded room, yet somehow in the midst of all those people, our eyes managed to look away from the band on stage and lock onto one another. I nervously looked down and then immediately back up at those baby blues of his and almost instantaneously, we both smiled and began walking toward each other. It seems like the rest is history.
Only...
If You Can't Get Enough Royal Romance, Check Out These Netflix Movies
Obsessed with the adorable, real-life romantic saga of Will and Kate and Harry and Meghan? You can live vicariously through these royal couples via the big screen. Get your regal romance fix right away with these passion-filled films, which are all available on Netflix. If you consider yourself the queen of royal relationships, browse through these romantic movies to watch...
Insider Tips For Saving Money on the Great Summer Road Trip
Picture this: the windows are down, your favorite tunes are filling the air, and there's nothing but the open road ahead. Oh yeah, we're talking about the great American Summer road trip. This country is so vast and diverse, you can take a completely different trip just about every year. Mountains, rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, 250-foot-tall sequoias – it's all here.
But...
10 Date Spots at Disney World For Every Couple
People say that Disney World is just for kids, and that might be true: kids . . . and kids at heart! That doesn't mean that the adults in the group can't get away from the kids for a while and enjoy a little date night while on vacation. In fact, Disney World has a huge variety of perfect date spots, from a simple but fun mini golf date to an extravagant private fireworks...
13 Hot Guys Who've Completely Longbottomed Over the Years
We've had the pleasure of witnessing Harry Potter's Neville Longbottom transform into the sexiest wizard (no Polyjuice Potion required), so it was only right that we found others who've Longbottomed over the years like Matthew Lewis. Turns out, many of our favorite male stars started from the (Long)bottom before becoming Hollywood eye candy. Some changed so drastically that...
5 Reasons The Parent Trap Is Disney's Most Twisted Film
As a Hollywood powerhouse, Disney is very good at heralding its successes and hiding its oddities. Sure, we've all seen Beauty and the Beast, Mary Poppins, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. But tucked deep inside the Disney Vault are more obscure titles, like The Black Cauldron, In Search of the Castaways, and The Three Lives of Thomasina. Some are merely bad. Others are...
Travel Within the USA Is Underrated - Here's Why You Should Do More of It
Here in the United States, our country is experiencing some divisive times. And yet, in times like these, it becomes ever more important to dig deep into the country many of us call home and reacquaint ourselves with the variety of cultures and experiences this nation has to offer. This realization prompted me to think about some of my own experiences with domestic travel....
Having an Open Marriage Ultimately Led to My Divorce
I remember the moment we met. It was a crowded room, yet somehow in the midst of all those people, our eyes managed to look away from the band on stage and lock onto one another. I nervously looked down and then immediately back up at those baby blues of his and almost instantaneously, we both smiled and began walking toward each other. It seems like the rest is history.
Only...
Selena Gomez Looks So Friggin' Amazing in the Latest Puma Campaign - Just Look at Her Abs!
Selena Gomez is back at it with another campaign for Puma. The 25-year-old singer and brand ambassador showed off her rock hard abs in a stunning campaign for Puma's new Defy Mid Sneakers. Selena showed off the new silhouette, which releases July 12, in a flattering black and white sports bra and matching leggings that had the brand's name going down one of the legs.
The...
Behold: The Most Comfortable Travel Pants You'll Ever Own - and They're Only $49!
Sitting on a plane in uncomfortable jeans. . . it's happened to the best of us. This season, give up all those skintight pairs you're sick of and opt for comfy trousers you'll never want to take off. We recently discovered these Gibson x Hi Sugarplum! Hanalei Soft Jogger Pants ($49) on Nordstrom and are totally obsessed.
Made by the brand Gibson, in collaboration with lifestyle...
Meghan Markle's Sophisticated Green Outfit Is Perfect For the Woman on the Go
Meghan Markle touched down in Ireland with Prince Harry looking positively radiant. The Duchess of Sussex, who wore a black fit-and-flare dress by Dior just a few hours prior, paid tribute to the country by wearing a green ensemble by Givenchy. Meghan proved she doesn't need any luck when it comes to choosing a stunning outfit.
Meghan wore a three-quarter-sleeve top with...
Yes! The Versatile, Year-Round Jumpsuit of Your Dreams DOES Exist
Are you sitting down somewhere comfortable? We have finally found the perfect, year-round piece. If you listen closely, you can hear fashion-girl squeals of glee across the country. This Madewell Apron Bow-Back Denim Jumpsuit ($145) is the staple every woman should have in her closet. In the warmer months you can wear it on its own, but in the colder months you can layer...
This $17 Top Is a No. 1 Amazon Bestseller - It's So Comfy and Comes in 9 Colors
Looking to freshen up your wardrobe? We've got a comfy option for you. This Miholl Button-Down Top ($17-$19) is the bestselling option on Amazon. Customers are loving it and posting photos on the product page.
So why is this top so popular? It's incredibly soft and breathable, so you can easily wear it all day long. The tie-front design allows you to get a custom fit. It...
Yay For Discounts! 13 Madewell Items You Can Get at the Big Nordstrom Sale
The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has officially begun - and it includes incredible discounts. Nordstrom cardmembers get early access to the deals and limited-time prices before the full sale starts on July 20. So whether you're scoring the deals early or preshopping before general access, make sure to check out all the prices. We're especially impressed with the huge selection...
Princess Beatrice's Shoe Closet Is Better Than Meghan Markle's - and I'm Not Saying This Lightly
Princess Beatrice might hang out with Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle, but her style is on a whole other level. While the Duchess of Cambridge and Duchess of Sussex have to follow a few strict fashion rules, Beatrice is free to wear shorter hemlines and wilder prints - but it's her always stylish and sometimes funky shoes that I love the most.
Over the years, Princess Beatrice...
samedi 14 juillet 2018
Finally! Meghan Markle's Favorite Pair of MOTHER Jeans Are Back in Stock at Nordstrom
Royal status aside, Meghan Markle has always had a knack for putting together a damn good outfit. From official outings to family affairs, she never fails to capture us with her crisp, perfectly tailored looks. But it's perhaps her casual, off-duty outfits that have us most enamored. And it's not just because the woman manages to look flawless even when she's wearing jeans...
Look No Further - We Found 12 Summer Dresses That Are Work Appropriate
If there's one thing we know, it's that it's hot in the Summer. Dressing for work becomes a bit more challenging due to the rising temperatures outside; you want to be appropriate yet keep cool while still looking fashionable and put-together. Luckily, we found 12 dresses that help you accomplish just that, and they're all from Nordstrom. Whether you're looking for a longer...
Calling All Curvy Girls! These Fashion Essentials Are on Sale at Nordstrom
Even though we love hot weather, there's something so fun about Fall clothes - cute jackets, darker colors, and pretty layering pieces. The best news, though, is that for a limited time, these Fall essentials will be at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. Here's the scoop: the sale occurs from July 12 through Aug. 5, and until July 19, only Nordstrom cardholders can purchase...
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