You Can Get Free Starbucks the Day After the Super Bowl—Here’s How

This will cure your post-game day blues. Read below to hear about what the offer entails and how to get your hands on one. You also dont have to order at the register to get your free drink. Credit:SAUL LOEB / Getty Images A coupon will appear in your Starbucks app allowing you to place a mobile order. you’re able to also scan this coupon at the register when placing an in-person order....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 105 words · Lee Kim

You Can Grow Your Own Loofah Sponges—Here’s What to Do with Them

Try this sustainable alternative to store-bought sponges. Priscila Zambotto / Getty Images Did you know your bathroom loofah might have grown from a plant? Unlike large plastic loofahs, natural luffas arent manmade at alltheyre actually made from driedgourds. Credit:Priscila Zambotto / Getty Images Remove the seeds by shaking them out of the top or bottom of the squash. (Dont forget to dry the seeds and save them for next years growing season!...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 165 words · Nicole Cook

You Can Identify Any Plant on Your iPhone—and You Don't Even Need an App

It only requires two steps. Or you discover a delicious-looking berry but want to be sure you’re not ingesting anything toxic. It’s called Visual Lookups, and it couldn’t be easier to use. Credit:Lynn Karlin In fact, you don’t really have to do anything at all. Here’s how to use the function to identify all the plants on your camera roll. So always double-check with an expert in your area if you want a real human sign-off....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Raven Mckinney

You Can Now Thrift Your Favorite IKEA Pieces at This Online Secondhand Market

Get even better deals and feel good about making eco-conscious purchases with the retailer’s new service. tang90246 / Getty Images When you want quality for a reasonable price, you check out IKEA. But what if you could get IKEA for even cheaperand make an even smaller impact on the environment? Credit:tang90246 / Getty Images That’s the intention ofIKEA Preowned. It’s basically as easy as ordering your favorite takeout. “Already today, 10% of the second-hand home furnishing market is made up by IKEA products....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Kathleen Ball

You Can Now Try the Infamous Honey Deuce U.S. Open Cocktail at Home

Tennis balls arent the only thing being served at the U.S. Open. But its not just any regular drink that social media is raving about. Nearly 500,000 cocktails were sold last year at an impressive $22 each. Credit:NBC / Getty Images Whats in the Honey Deuce? The cocktail is composed of Grey Goose vodka, lemonade, and raspberry liqueur for adeliciously fruity concoction. The real trademark of the Honey Deuce is three scoopedhoneydew balls, cleverly made to resemble tennis balls....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 162 words · Rita Gonzales

You Can Rent a Live Christmas Tree—And We're All for It

It’s a simple way to have a greener holiday. Scott Martinis the founder of The Living Christmas Company. The company transfers your tree to a pot and delivers it directly to your door. Credit: mladn61/Getty Images Come December 26or your desired pick-up datesomeone from the nursery returns to pick up the tree. It’s then repotted and cared for until it’s available for rental again next year. Most identify as being conscious consumers and caring about the environment....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 77 words · Michelle Perez

You Can Still Finish Cooking Dinner Using These Broth Substitutes

Here are some products to keep on hand for your broth-less days, along with how to use them. Using Stock or Bone Broth as a Broth Substitute Yes! you’re able to use beef or chicken stock as a beef or chicken broth alternative. Credit:BHG / Michela Buttignol What’s the difference? Keep in mind, however, that store-bought stocks can be made with less seasoning than broths. What about bone broth?Chickenandbeef bone brothsare like a cross between a stock and a broth....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Joe Wagner

You Don't Have to Take Your Christmas Tree Down Now—or At All

Get creative and change up your tree throughout the year to celebrate your favorite holidays. Plus, it’s a guaranteed mood booster. She’scarried on the tradition since, and her trees continue to attract followers and admirers. Credit:Better Homes & Gardens Keeping a tree decorated year-round takes planning, organization, and budgeting. Credit: Perry L. Struse

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 53 words · Daniel Michael

You May Not Be Able to Look Away From Hypnotic Design in 2024

The hypnotic patterns of wood veneer are back and better than ever. Believe it or not, 2024 is approaching fast, and so are the new years trends. Hypnotic design isn’t limited to wood veneer, though. Credit: ismagilov / Getty Images you could find recreations in upholsteryfabric, wallpaper, and bedding. This mesmerizing style is also a great option for those interested in maintaining a sustainable home. As is true with many trends, just a little bit can go a long way....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Kimberly Diaz

You're Dicing Eggs For Your Egg Salad All Wrong—Here's How to Do It

All you need is your hard-boiled egg and a wire rack. Maybe the chunks of white are too big, or the yolk pieces are too smooshed in comparison. The video has more than 273,000 views. Credit:bhofack2 / Getty Images If you dont already have a wire rack, Lagerstrom recommends investing in the tool. They fall directly into the bowl in perfect little chunks. But this hack perfectly cuts the eggs into a clean medium dice....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Matthew Smith

You're Probably Eating Cheese Wrong—Here's the No. 1 Trick to Enjoy Its Flavor

like dont eat it straight from the fridge, cheesemongers say. Simply choose your starring cheeses from the fridge, accessorize,style, then savor. Thats all there is to it, right? Credit: Jason Donnelly Not so fast, the cheese specialists we spoke to say. Taking your time might be the key to unlocking an even more delicious experience. Ahead, were dishing about whyand revealing more pro tips to level-up your fromage fest. Weve been known to remove our chosencheesesfrom the refrigerator immediately before assembling and sharing our spreads....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 123 words · Stacy Hall

Your Bar Cart Needs This Affordable, Ready-to-Drink Espresso Martini from ALDI

Starting January 12, you’ll be able to concoct everyone’s favorite after-dinner beverage with minimal effort. The hashtag #espressomartini has 556 million views on TikTok. The latest solution to this dilemma comes in the form of a ready-to-drink bottle from ALDI. Credit:Aldi; Better Homes & Gardens/Amy Cooper If an espresso martini really isnt your beverage of choice, there’s no need to feel left out. They can lead topretty intense hangovers, thanks to the mixture of alcohol and caffeine....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Justin Moreno

Your Cream Cheese Frosting Is Missing These 2 Ingredients, Ina Garten Says

We also adore the classic combo ofsoftened cream cheeseand butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Its timeless, versatile, and takes less than five minutes to mix up. But we couldnt resist putting a few spins on the concept. Credit:BHG / Ana Cadena Beat for about 1 minute or until the consistency is light and fluffy. Next, add the other secret ingredient, besides mascarpone: 18 cup minced crystallized ginger. Then toss in 14 teaspoon kosher salt, and mix for 30 more seconds....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 164 words · Pamela Jenkins