The Beauty of Beans
Inexpensive to buy, easy to store, simple to cook, and versatile to use: Beans have it all. If you haven’t been stockpiling an assortment of these plant-based powerhouses, it’s time ...
Autumn Al Fresco | Dishes to Warm Up Cool Evenings
Many of us are dining al fresco these days. The heat and pop-up thunderstorms of summer have faded, which makes dining outdoors more predictable and enjoyable. Fall dinner parties can ...
All the Comforts of Home | Cozy and Practical Dorm Room Essentials
Minimalism has been trending for a few years now, but it’s nothing new for anyone who has ever moved into a college residence hall and was forced to fit all ...
Savory Summer Sides | Elevated Basics for Your Next Cookout
Summer is the best time of year for letting simple ingredients shine. With the bounty of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs available, you can make dishes that are not only ...
Cheers! | Hosting a Happy Hour at Home
Hosting a happy hour is one of my favorite ways to entertain; the name “happy hour” just sounds like it will be a good time. It’s a low-pressure, low-commitment alternative ...
Road Trip, Anyone? | Explore Some of Virginia’s Showcase Gardens
As the weather gets warmer, we all get that itch to go out and explore, to see what treasures nature has been storing away from us since last year. Virginia ...
Ready, Set… Sell! | Tips for a Successful Yard Sale
The arrival of spring naturally brings feelings of newness and rebirth; flowers are blooming and we are ready for springtime projects. Perhaps a yard sale is on your list of ...
Savor Spring Flavor | Sauces, Marinades and Rubs
Sauces, marinades and rubs pump up the flavor of our favorite foods and can transform a boring dish into something that is next-level. Marinades and rubs tenderize and help meat, ...
