Set the coziest mood just by lighting your fireplace. First fire of the season! Have a great weekend, everyone! Credit:WWD / GETTY The facade is a smooth,white atop a black stonefloor treatment. Keep the hearth accents to only whats necessary, like Garten does. As Gartensaid on Instagram, Writing this book was a completely new experience for me. In my last chapter of the book, I dont want it to end!"...
The beloved chef is taking viewers on a tour of French cuisine. But a new special guest was welcomed hosts earlier this week: Olympian of the kitchen,Ina Garten. Its no secret that one of Gartens favorite places in the world is Paris. Credit:Brad Barket / Stringer / Getty Images Shes had an apartment there for over 20 years and visits frequently. Gartens dream came trueand now shes busy hosting the members of the Today Show....
Her flapjacks inspired me to ditch boxed mixes. Grant Webster I make pancakes for my kids every weekend, and I always use aboxed mix. As soon as I tried her recipe, I realized just how much better homemade flapjacks are. Credit:Grant Webster And it didn’t take much longer to mix together the ingredients than grabbing a box. Here’s what I thought of Ina’s pancakes. Here’s a quick look at how we made Ina’s recipe....
If you want to win at hosting this awards season, learn from one of TV’s favorite chefs. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. With this in mind, Garten created a menu that features her more glamorousfinger food recipes. Credit:NBC / Getty Images This also provides you with an easy way to quickly throw together a new batch if you run out. It may seem obvious but invite people you really want to seeit makes a better party!...
Bunking isn’t just for kids anymore. Here’s the case for adding an elevated (in more ways than one) bed to your space. But this year, we’re seeing these sleep-away camp beds in a whole new light. Credit:Orbon Alija / Getty Images Of course, bunk beds are still practical and create a space for a number of uses. ensure to consider the size of your room and location of doors and windows....
You add salt to your cooking, but what about your morning cup? But have you ever thought about adding salt to yourcoffee? Putting salt in coffee isnt a new idea. Getty Images / BOY_ANUPONG. Should You Put Salt in Coffee? The short answer: It depends. Think about how cocktails often have saline added to them or howMargaritashave salt on the rim. That salt enhances and changes the overall flavor experience....
We tried this home cleaning hack to see if it really works. SVproduction / Getty Images Scuff marks on floors are unsightly, making even clean floors look dirty and damaged. One tip we’ve seen is to use a tennis ball to quickly and easily remove scuffs from floors. Credit:SVproduction / Getty Images Intrigued by this floorcleaning hack, we decided to try it for ourselvesand we were disappointed by the results....
The kitchen towel does not get the credit it deserves. But whats the right way to keep it clean and sanitary? Theyre also primarily used on dishes and cutlery, increasing the risk of contact with bacteria. Credit: Nikolaeva Elena / Getty Images Proper cleaning not only ensures hygiene but also extends the kitchen towels lifespan and maintains its absorbency. Can you boil kitchen towels to clean them? Boiling has long been touted as a foolproof method to sterilize anything and everythingincluding towels....
Youre almost always met with an array of options. She asked, is bright red ground beef better? What Gives Ground Beef Its Color? Credit:Karla Conrad Ground beef is typically made with various trimmings from a cow, theUSDAverifies. After about15 minutes of air exposure, ground beef typically transforms to a cherry-red hue. A few other factors can also slightly alter the color of ground beef. These include: Is Bright Red Ground Beef Better?...
Does location still matter most? Should you remodel your home to suit your tastes, or for resale value? Are starter homes still a thing? Credit:John O’Reilly We all have plenty of questions about the ever-changing world of real estate. But everyones skill and ability to transform a house with potential into a move-in-ready home is varied. Is buying a fixer-upper the right choice for you? John OReillyis a real estate agent based in Richmond, Virginia....
This cozy design material continues to add style and comfort. As you’ll see below, there are both practical and aesthetic benefits to installing carpet in your home. Benefits of Installing Carpet Comfort One of the main benefits of installingwall-to-wall carpetis comfort. Credit:Getty Images / Aleksandra Zlatkovic Plus, if someone slips and falls, carpet provides a little extra cushioning to help prevent an injury. Cost-Effectiveness The cost per square foot for hardwood floors is approximately double the cost of wall-to-wall carpet....
This quick fix for shower maintenance doesnt really stand the test of time. JULIE SOEFER Cleaning the bathroomdoesnt top anyones list of favorite chores. But is it too good to be true? Credit:JULIE SOEFER Heres what an expert has to say about theanti-soap scumcleaning tip. But as it turns out, this hack can end up being problematic over time. Credit: Annie Schlecther Credit:Adam Albright
The fear of messing upFOMUcan keep you from tackling even the simplest DIY project. Heres what you better know to get over it, and finally make your home your own. What Is FOMU? Credit:Marty Baldwin With projects of this sort in mind, its important to note that, sometimes, FOMU is valid. The important thing to remember with FOMU is that it shouldnt keep you from taking onallDIY projects. Instead, assess your ability level and identify the DIY projects you’re able to safely complete....
