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I’ll admit it: I once thought energy-efficient windows were nothing more than a smug homeowner’s bragging rights. That was until last winter, when I found myself shivering under three layers of blankets, cursing my single-pane…
I’ll admit it: I once thought energy-efficient windows were nothing more than a smug homeowner’s bragging rights. That was until last winter, when I found myself shivering under three layers of blankets, cursing my single-pane…
I once bought a lavender-scented bath bomb, convinced it would dissolve not just in water but also in the tangled mess that is my life. Spoiler: it didn’t. Instead, I found myself sitting in a…
I once worked in an office so drab it made a cardboard box look like a five-star resort. Picture this: gray walls, buzzing fluorescents, and not a single green thing in sight unless you count…
Ever walk into your own living room and feel like you're about to get a root canal? Yeah, me too. Once upon a time, my living space was lit like an interrogation room, and I…
The way you plate and present your food greatly affects the dining experience. A study by Oxford psychologist Professor Charles Spence found that how food looks can make it taste better. In this study, people…
Hosting a fancy dinner party or a gathering with friends can be exciting and a bit scary. You want to make sure your guests remember the evening. But, where do you begin? How can you…
Imagine it's a chilly autumn evening, and you're all cozy on the couch with a blanket. The smell of something tasty fills the air, making you excited. This is what comfort food is all about…
Imagine sitting down to a delicious meal, the aroma filling the air, your taste buds eager to enjoy each bite. But often, our minds wander – caught up in work, social media, or planning. Does…
Imagine it's a beautiful evening, and you're cooking a special dinner for your loved ones. You look at the ingredients and think about using leftover wine from last night. This can be a great way…