The term ‘better-for-you’ is problematic. If a chocolate bar contains mostly sugar, its manufacturer could slash that by half – or shave off just a fraction – and both moves could technically qualify as ‘better for you’. The ambiguity is baked in. And yet, this fuzzy definition hasn’t stopped brands from chasing the halo effect … Read more

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Festive enough for a holiday but simple enough for a light weeknight meal, this Roasted Beet and Citrus Salad pairs tender baked beets with creamy goat cheese, bright citrus and pistachios, all atop a bed of peppery arugula. It’s a show-stopper! Roasted Beet Salad with … Read more

Glucosamine: does this common nutrient, found in cartilage and shells, really help relieve joint pain for people with osteoarthitis? Key Take Aways Glucosamine derivatives are used by our bodies to make nitrogen-containing sugars vital to keeping our immune cells healthy and our cartilage cushiony. We can get equivalent nutrients from cartilage, bones, bone marrow and … Read more

The Image Party/Shutterstock While it may be less familiar in other parts of the country, Old Bay Seasoning is a staple ingredient in the Chesapeake Bay. Here in this region, it’s forever linked with maritime recipes, acting as a standard ingredient in crab cakes and crab boils. … Read more

Warm up on a cold day with this easy potato soup! Thick, creamy, and loaded with toppings like green onions and cheese, it’s the ultimate comfort food. This potato soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food for a cold day! It’s like a loaded baked potato in soup form—the thick, creamy, savory soup is piled … Read more

Le Creuset may be one of the few cookware brands to achieve legendary status. Founded 100 years ago in France, the brand’s signature enamel cast-iron Dutch ovens have occupied the kitchens of Julia Child, Jacques Pépin, Nigella Lawson, Ina Garten, Padma Lakshmi, David Chang, and countless other culinary luminaries. They are still as popular as … Read more

Grief can feel like an uninvited guest, lingering after the death of a loved one, the loss of a dream, a divorce, or a big move. As parents, we want to help our children deal with grief while navigating our own. It’s a challenging journey, but there are practical ways to find healing together. Drawing … Read more

I follow wonderful bakers on Instagram, they are a great source of inspiration, from cookies to cakes, from tarts to bread baking, and patisserie in general. A few months ago I learned that Winnie Lee (IG ohcakeswinnie) was going to publish her first cookbook. I placed an order and anxiously waited. If you like to … Read more

The holiday season is right around the corner, which means sale season is well underway. Many of our favorite kitchen products are on deep discount, and we found some pretty incredible Black Friday KitchenAid deals. Whether you’re shopping for an ambitious new cook, a seasoned pro, or to outfit your own kitchen with a shiny … Read more