2014 restaurant trends are something to cheer about
December 18, 2013, 10:09 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
If you’re a fan of local and sustainable food and drink, you’re going to be excited about these food trends.
How to avoid buying blood avocados
November 27, 2013, 9:37 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
In Mexico, a drug cartel is extorting money from avocado producers and killing those who won’t pay. There’s no perfect way to avoid buying them, but it can be done.
Why a shoelace Kickstarter is going viral
November 20, 2013, 6:11 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
The shoelace Bluelace Project reached its $25,000 Kickstarter goal in a mere 10 hours.
How 2 college friends found a future in mushrooms
November 20, 2013, 5:33 p.m. by Clint Williams
Meet 'The Mushroom Farmers': Brian Shaw and Dan Thall run an organic cremini and portabella mushroom farm in the Hood River Valley.
10 items you didn't know were made in America
November 14, 2013, 3:20 p.m. by Laura Moss
In honor of American Made Matters Day, we've rounded up 10 products manufactured in the U.S.
Global wine shortage: How will you cope?
October 31, 2013, 2:45 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
A recent report says that the global demand for wine has outgrown the amount of wine produced. Don’t panic. It will be okay.
French man using only things made in France
October 17, 2013, 2:43 p.m. by Melissa Breyer
The journalist is conducting a 9-month 'economic patriotism' experiment by eating nothing but French food and using only French-made products.
10 must-make recipes for summer's end
August 26, 2013, 4:22 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
The ingredients for these perfect summer recipes soon will be hard to get.
5 ideas to green your all-white-attire affair
August 12, 2013, 8 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
White attire dinners are all the rage, and guests often have to provide their entire table setting in addition to wearing white. We’ve got ideas about how you can green your event.
Williams-Sonoma's Artisans Markets focus on local products
July 25, 2013, 9:12 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
At select locations of the upscale kitchenware stores, you can find signature foods from local producers on designated Saturdays.
'The Power of Just Doing Stuff': A Q&A with Transition Movement founder Rob Hopkins
July 15, 2013, 11:53 a.m. by Sami Grover
New book aims to inspire skeptics about changing the world one small piece at a time.
Bacon and Summer Vegetable Medley
June 18, 2013, 10:04 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
Zucchini, yellow squash, red pepper and fresh corn added to bacon make a great summer side dish.
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17 memorable quotes from 'Elf'
Buddy the Elf always knows what to say to spread holiday cheer.
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5 ways to cat-proof your Christmas tree
Keep your kitty — and your holiday decorations — safe with these tips for cat-proofing your tree.
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9 yummy winter drinks
These drinks will make you feel cozy, whether it’s a party or just an ordinary day.
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Which holiday foods are safe for pets?
You know dogs and cats will be eyeing that holiday table.
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It's time to revive the Society for the Prevention of Useless Giving
Here's how to embrace your inner Spug all year long.