Chocolate, bubbly, strawberries and mousse

Art de Fete's decadent recipes for a night of romance The history of Valentine's Day is obscure, and further clouded by various fanciful legends. The holiday's roots are in the ancient Roman festival of Lupercalia, a fertility celebration commemorated annually on February 15. Pope Gelasius I recast this pagan festival as a Christian feast day circa 496, declaring … Continue reading Chocolate, bubbly, strawberries and mousse

CB2 unveils design forecast for 2022

This second-annual report offers interiors insights for the new year paired with a look back at what defined our homes in 2021. CB2 Last week, CB2 released its 2022 Next in Design Report to help guide those looking to refresh and refine their personal surroundings in this new year. The annual report, now in its … Continue reading CB2 unveils design forecast for 2022

Knock 2022 Housing Forecast Reveals the Best Markets for Each Stage of Life

Austin is the best market for millennials, Miami rises to the top for Gen X and Pittsburgh ranks No. 1 for baby boomers With affordability and limited supply expected to keep the housing market competitive and remote work and the desire for more space influencing decisions on where to live, Knock, the fast-growing homeownership platform … Continue reading Knock 2022 Housing Forecast Reveals the Best Markets for Each Stage of Life

A basil & salt quick bite – escape the winter blues with a fresh thriller by Audrey Destin

Exhausted after the holidays, readers are looking for something fresh. The Vegetarian and Her Hunter delivers a flavorful punch for the tired palate. Bleary-eyed and bored, after the excitement of the holidays has worn off, readers are looking to their bookshelves and TBRs for something fresh. Luckily The Vegetarian and Her Hunter from Comava Press is just the … Continue reading A basil & salt quick bite – escape the winter blues with a fresh thriller by Audrey Destin

Hollywood Legend Michael Douglas is Guest of Honor and Advisor at Fourth Annual Meihodo International Youth Visual Media Festival

Douglas will celebrate and support young filmmakers at the global shorts festival, which will reward winners with cryptocurrency and NFTs for the first time, and stream its award ceremony February 22 on YouTube. For the first time, this year's Meihodo Film Festival will be organized by its New York headquarters, and winners will be awarded … Continue reading Hollywood Legend Michael Douglas is Guest of Honor and Advisor at Fourth Annual Meihodo International Youth Visual Media Festival

Adventures by Disney Offers Three Enchanting River Cruise Vacations in 2023

With family, adult-exclusive and holiday-themed sailings, guests will enjoy unparalleled magical experiences while cruising along Europe's iconic waterways Adventures by Disney will return to three charming European rivers in 2023: Rhine, Danube and Seine. With 27 action-packed departures, guests will experience firsthand the people, places and stories of iconic destinations while traveling with a team … Continue reading Adventures by Disney Offers Three Enchanting River Cruise Vacations in 2023

Next-level Charcuterie, Banana-themed Inspiration and Mexican Comfort Food Top List of 2022 Menu Trends

Flavor & The Menu's annual Top 10 Trends point to the "democratization of innovation," where some restaurant trends are now inspired by consumer behavior Head turning charcuterie boards, inventive banana-infused drinks and desserts, and new spins on Mexican comfort classics are among 10 major influencers driving menu trends for 2022, predicts Flavor & The Menu magazine in … Continue reading Next-level Charcuterie, Banana-themed Inspiration and Mexican Comfort Food Top List of 2022 Menu Trends

Are we in a housing bubble? Homebuyers say yes, Redfin expert says no

Historically fast home-price growth has homebuyers and sellers worried the market has become detached from reality. But Redfin’s chief economist says rising mortgage rates and buyers who can afford their homes are preventing a bubble. More than three-quarters (77%) of homebuyers and sellers believe there’s a housing price bubble in the area where they live, … Continue reading Are we in a housing bubble? Homebuyers say yes, Redfin expert says no

Seattle Kraken Proudly Introduces First Official Team Dog, Meet Davy Jones

The Husky Mix Joins the Kraken in Partnership with Canidae, the Team's Official Pet Food The Seattle Kraken and Canidae™, a premium pet food company, today announced the introduction of the team's official team dog, Davy Jones. The team dog is part of Canidae's partnership with the NHL and Oak View Group's Arena Alliance. Davy will … Continue reading Seattle Kraken Proudly Introduces First Official Team Dog, Meet Davy Jones

Simple Lemon Curd

Made with zesty lemons, sugar, and a touch of butter, this citrusy delight offers a tantalizing balance of sweetness and tang. Lemon curd is a basic custard, meaning it's thickened by eggs. Although many curd recipes call for just yolks, I prefer to use a combination of whole eggs and yolks to add a bit … Continue reading Simple Lemon Curd