Tag: Lifestyle

Grilling: It’s All About the Sauce—and the Seeds

It’s officially grill season. While you’re brushing off the grill grates and prepping your proteins and vegetables, don’t forget to make a bright and zesty sauce for serving. Herbaceous, citrusy condiments, such as salsas and pestos, will complement and elevate your charred grill food. And zhoug is one sauce you should consider adding to your…


We Tried Hailey Bieber’s Entire Skincare Routine!

The time has come, lovelies! After all the videos of celebrities sharing their skincare routines on Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, we’re so excited to present you: Rowena’s “Get Ready for Bed ” Routine: Hailey Bieber edition! With the help of Fel as the woman behind the camera, Rowena will be going through all the products…


Health Expert Says Most Dangerous Food is Not Red Meat

If you google for the unhealthiest food, red meat and processed meat will represent an overwhelming portion of the results, but one crispy snack might be among the most dangerous snacks you could possibly eat, according to Dr. Eric Berg, a chiropractor and renowned health author specialising in intermittent fasting and healthy ketosis. The World Health…


Build a Deck Made of Recycled Material

If building a deck is on your home improvement wish list, consider using recycled building material instead of lumber. These composites can be made of recycled plastic grocery bags, reclaimed pallet wrap and waste wood—anything material reclamation engineers discover. The material is used by home and commercial builders, as well as what do-it-yourselfers can find…


How to Use Wool Dryer Balls and Why You Should

A previous column on fabric softener products struck a chord with thousands of readers. I know because you send me messages and letters, which I love—even some of you who are not 100 percent satisfied making the switch from problematic laundry softeners to what I find are amazing wool dryer balls. But first, let’s review…


Antipasto Salad

View the print-ready version of this recipe. Antipasto salad: the classic antipasto platter reimagined as an abundant, crave-worthy salad. This version includes marinated olives and artichokes, two types of cheese, pickled onions, pepperoni or salami, and lots of fresh veggies, all tossed in a garlicky Italian vinaigrette that packs a punch. You can enjoy this…


Free Plants: The Secrets to Successful Propagation

The cost of nursery plants can quickly add up. This makes cutting roots, saving seeds, and dividing clumping plants an easy and effective way to save money and have a great harvest. Understanding Cuttings There are three main types of cuttings. Softwood is the most common method in the vegetable garden, taking non-woody cuttings from…


The Smoky-Sweet Side Dish I’m Bringing to Every Summer Cookout

No summertime spread is complete without a pot of baked beans. Tender beans slow-cooked in a sweet and smoky sauce pair perfectly with mains from the grill. The trouble is, many baked bean recipes focus on the bacon rather than the beans. Luckily, if you’re serving guests who abstain from pork, or are simply trying…


Grilled Pineapple Adds Pizazz to Pork Chop Dinner

Never grilled pineapple? Get ready to be wowed. It caramelizes beautifully for a deeper flavor. Plus it’s a totally tasty match with a grilled pork chop, cilantro and a little heat from serranos. Grilled Pork Chops with Chile & Pineapple Serves 4 Active Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients 1/2 cup chopped fresh…


Tour of The Troubles: Belfast in a Black Taxi

It was a sunny Saturday morning, warm for early spring, and the city was bustling with life. Families pushing strollers. Earnest cyclers on the back of their bikes. Smiling couples walking together, stride for stride, perhaps heading into the center of the city for some shopping and a bit of brunch. But as we cruised…