For example, TJ’s is currently selling a seasonal truffle pesto that can work as a crostini topper for an elegant appetizer, or can be mixed with a bowl of pasta for a simple, yet decadent main course. And when it comes to dessert, Trader Joe’s has local favorites as well as a box of luxe French macarons, which are almost amazing enough to transport you to the streets of Paris....

Not surprisingly, and for various reasons, certain foods will see larger price increases than others. Topping the list with the largest increase compared to 2021 is beef and veal. While that category is now slated to see a 3.4 percent bump in 2022, beef and veal prices have risen a whopping 16.2 percent since last year. Another category that’s destined to see a big jump is poultry, which the USDA predicts will see a 6 to 7 percent increase in price this year....

Here are my top insider tips for making the most of your time at Disney. By setting a detailed schedule well in advance, based on knowing exactly what you want, you’ll get the most out of every expensive minute. RELATED: How to Plan the Best Vacation Off-season lines are shorter, and parks and hotels are less crowded and less expensive than in peak season. And you can usually attend the same special events—like the Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and the Epcot Flower and Garden show—without the crowds....

What Is Rhubarb? Rhubarb is a vegetable that tends to be used like a fruit. Unlike tomatoes and avocado, fruits that are used in more savory preparation, rhubarb’s tartness lends itself to being paired with more sweet flavors. And though it may look like some familiar vegetables, rhubarb is in a class of its own. “Rhubarb, oddly enough, is not related to the celery or Swiss chard families, it’s actually part of the buckwheat family,” explains Brian Beadle, head chef of higher education at an ethical food service company called Genuine Foods....

Here’s what to know about the most popular Easter traditions today and the holiday itself. When Is Easter in 2022? This year, Easter falls on Sunday, April 17, 2022—a bit later in the spring than it did last year (Sunday, April 4, 2021). The holiday is a “movable feast,” meaning the date, which is always a Sunday, changes every year and follows a similar calendar to the Hebrew calendar based on the lunar cycle....

The movement was started by a group of moms who wished to spread joy during quarantine season. Wine seemed like the universal choice to cheer people up, so they decided to initiate a Facebook group called “Sisterhood of the Traveling Wine.” From there, women would collect the addresses of wine lovers in their communities and ask which varieties of wine they prefer to receive. They then create a personal gift basket and deliver them to doorsteps, ringing the doorbell and running for cover to keep in line with social distancing....

Apparently, I’m the one who’s bringing that average way down, as we’ve nearly always spent far less than that on school supplies for my two kids (even when we buy the 64-pack of Crayolas!). You don’t have to spend a small fortune to get your kids outfitted for school this year—especially if you’ve already got some back-to-school supplies sitting around the house. (Hello, colored pencils from your adult coloring book phase....

With so many electric fireplaces available, there is something for practically every home’s design style and budget. When searching for the best electric fireplace, it’s important to consider the type of heat produced: convection or radiant, as well as the style, which can be freestanding, wall-mounted, or insert. To find the best electric fireplaces, we considered design, unit size, and BTUs to determine the amount of square footage each fireplace can heat....

In addition to unique cocktails and tasty fare, the report showed that people are yearning for more experiences when dining with friends and family (I mean, who doesn’t love dinner and a show?) Now, consumers can make a reservation at underwater restaurants and on swanky rooftops.Continue reading to learn more about what foods, drinks, and dining trends Yelp predicts in 2023! The michelagua This refreshing fruit mocktail is a playful twist on the classic Mexican drink, micheladas....

Whatever your objective, let these freestanding tub ideas act as a jumping-off point for all of your bathroom design dreams. Once you find a style that suits you, play with decor, paint colors, flooring materials, and more to create an oasis that’s primed to become your favorite spot in the house. 1. Deep Soaking Tub Don’t underestimate the importance of tub dimensions. While it’s highly important to find one that’s the right size for your space, it’s equally important to find one that’s the right size for you....

1. Strong, Bright Light is Essential A set of grow lights takes the place of the sun when growing indoor tomatoes. The sunlight available indoors, especially in winter, is rarely strong enough to provide the fuel a tomato plant needs to grow and produce fruit. Even the sunlight streaming in a south-facing window falls short of what a tomato plant needs to thrive. A simple set of grow lights or shop lights, available at garden and home centers, suspended a few inches above the top of the plants will encourage strong growth....

While many of these experiences were complimentary and were so graciously arranged by Visit Napa Valley, I would wholeheartedly recommend all of these things even if they weren’t. All opinions are 100% honest and my own as always. A while ago, I went with four of my blogging besties to visit Napa Valley for our Feed the Soul Retreat. It was everything I wished for, wanted, and didn’t even know I needed until it happened!...

Host a holiday potluck Potlucks are both fun and so much easier on the host. Create a shared sign-up sheet at least a week before your festivities so guests can plan and organize—and so you’re not stuck with seven sweet potato casseroles. Consider offering to make the turkey and fixings, and encourage guests to bring starters, sides, and dessert. This is a great opportunity for family members to whip up their renditions of traditional family recipes, or for friends to show off their own favorite holiday dishes....

According to experts, the hair color trends for 2022 are going more natural. “I think COVID has encouraged people to take care of their hair a little more, using less heat and more treatment-based products, but most importantly, embracing their natural textures,” says Nicole Kae, hairstylist and member of evo’s Australian creative team. “In my opinion, this is long overdue. Moving forward, it’s important that stylists recommend the correct products to help our clients embrace and style a more natural look....

Available websites for taking online classes range widely in topics, format, prices (though many are free), and personalization. For instance, find one-off, expert-guided career development sessions through LinkedIn Learning; dive deep into academic subjects from poetry to physics by taking real university courses via edX or Coursera; or maybe brush up on your macroeconomics know-how with Khan Academy lessons. All of this at your own pace and on your own time....

Whichever style you prefer, we’ll show you how to use items from around the house, natural elements, and simple DIY projects to create beautiful fall mantel decor that won’t strain your budget. 1. Colorful Fall Fireplace Decor Gather an assortment of accessories to create a colorful, layered display on your mantel. This arrangement includes mini pumpkins, gourds, branches with acorns, seasonal flowers, and taper candles in various colors. Varying the sizes and shapes of your fall mantel decor creates a more visually exciting effect....

You know curb appeal when you see it. Yet sometimes it’s hard to pinpoint what exactly makes a particular house on the block so much more welcoming than the next. “You don’t need a big budget to create outstanding curb appeal,” says Deb Cohen, who runs the popular Instagram account @thefrontdoorproject. What you do need: color and contrast, balance, and good old-fashioned TLC. “Contrast dictates what our eye sees first, like a pot of yellow flowers against red brick,” explains Paula Monthofer, a real estate agent in Flagstaff, Arizona....

How to do it: Pull that vintage tin out of your cupboard and put it to work as a keeper for all those tiny items that would normally clutter up your desk drawer. Magnetic clips hold paper items snug to the sides of the container, while glass jars organize rubber bands, clips, pencils, and more. How to do it: Buy or repurpose a shallow table to use as an inconspicuous spot to organize paperwork or to hold a desktop computer....

While this post is sponsored by Perdue Farms, all opinions and recipes are 100% honest and my own! Easier Cooking I was chatting with my brother today and at some point in the conversation we both came to the same consensus – we are so over cooking dinner. It’s been a long five months of cooking at home. With the start of school – whatever that looks like – right around the corner, schedules are going to get a lot busier than they have been for most people the last few months....

The Best Gifts for 3 Year Olds As a boy mom, we’ve gone through a lot of boy toys and had to come up with a lot of gifts for boys. Now that my second is just about three, I thought it was time to update this post with some of our new favorite gifts for 3 year old boys as we’re planning our own Christmas presents! This list is designed specifically for boys but there are definitely ideas on here that would work for any 3 year old so if you’re looking for girls, it’s definitely worth reading anyway!...