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Somewhere between week one and week 392 of life amid the coronavirus pandemic, we realized cooking up the same sad pasta dish, frozen pizzas, and ice cream with a spoon just wasn’t going to cut it. Sure, there’s culinary inspiration to be found on social media, TV, and cookbooks galore but sometimes we just want to replicate our tried-and-true restaurant favorites. That’s why we were so excited to see from the editors over at Delish....

Say hello to the very first Agrihood in Austin, Texas. Village Farm Tiny Home Community is a residential neighborhood built around Green Gate Farms, a certified organic community farm founded in 2006. This partnership brings farmers Skip and Erin Connett onsite to live within the tiny home community while providing a farm stand, hen house for fresh pasture raised eggs, and a greenhouse to a growing community that integrates agriculture into daily life....

Say goodbye to heavy, overflowing bags and hello to easy, breezy beach days. Packing for a long day by the water will never be the same thanks to the Rio Beach Wonder Cart ($49.99; amazon.com), the genius invention that doubles as a beach cart and folding table. That’s right y’all, no more sandy sandwiches! The Rio Beach Wonder Cart’s ten-inch treaded rubber tires prevent it from getting stuck in the sand when it’s in cart mode—even when weighed down with all your beach essentials....

There’s a moment at Hunting Island State Park as you’re biking along the Lagoon Trail—ocean breezes and intoxicating beach vistas playing peekaboo to your left—when the sandy path turns inland and a sign points to Diamondback Rattlesnake Trail. A good idea? Yes. “Yes,” it turns out, sums up the best way to experience Beaufort, South Carolina, and its environs, including Hunting Island. Yes, the path less taken is an excellent idea, as is the Sweet Tea Float at Scout Southern Market....

When you’re exhausted and in need of sleep, there might be no worse feeling than tossing and turning all night in a suffocating bed on top of hot, stifling sheets. And if you live somewhere with frequent hot, humid nights that only seem to be mitigated with the strongest gust of breeze from an air conditioner, stuffy bed sheets are possibly the worst nightmare to have. BUY IT: Starting at $37....

The internet is head over heels for the recent footage of two giant pandas at Smithsonian’s National Zoo having the ultimate snow day. In a clip shared by the Washington, D.C. zoo, pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian can be seen having a beary good time playing in the fresh powder. Smithsonian’s famous panda cams caught the adorable bears enjoying the rare snowfall, rolling around their enclosure and on separate occasions, even sliding down a hill on their backs....

Does your dog go from zero to 60 in the blink of an eye? Does she run around in circles after bath time or spin around in dizzying circles when you get home? Most likely, your pup has a case of the “zoomies.” We know what you’re wondering, and yes, they’re completely normal. The term zoomies is used to describe those unmistakable explosions of energy dogs seem to get at random....

This St. Patrick’s Day, doughnut lovers will find the end of the rainbow at their local Krispy Kreme shop. The North Carolina-based chain is celebrating the holiday with a new St. Patrick’s Day collection including the return of the treasured green O’riginal Glazed Doughnut. But that’s not all. Krispy Kreme is also treating all guests wearing green to one free O’riginal Glazed Doughnut on March 16 and 17, no purchase necessary...

After New Year’s, most of us are ready to un-deck the halls and toss the seasonal blooming houseplants we’ve collected during the holidays. We’ve managed to keep these flowers alive—and even thriving—from Thanksgiving and Christmas to New Year’s Day. Our potted poinsettias are probably way past their prime, but chances are, our amaryllises are still going strong. Don’t throw out these flowers just because it’s January. Instead, keep a piece of the holiday spirit alive, and move amaryllises outside once the weather warms up....

In the past five years, over 1 million Costco members have purchased a vehicle through the big box store’s Auto Program. So, what is it that gets so many people’s engines running? It’s actually pretty simple. Buying a car can be a nerve-wracking, not to mention overwhelming, experience. As Business Insider points out, the Costco Auto Program is such a hit with shoppers because it manages to not only eliminate uncertainty by working with only the most trusted dealers, their streamlined process is also quick and easy to use....

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, has long been a favorite pitstop or weekend getaway for those interested in seeing the robust history of the capital city that was originally settled centuries ago by Native Americans and later European explorers, bringing along culture and flavors that influenced the birth of Cajun cuisine. That’s why — beyond the LSU campus, many museums, swamp tours, and more that the city is known for — it is the food that’s worth your entire visit alone....

You don’t need us to diagnose your stress level. But we can help you create a comforting space—a house that’s harmonious, so you are too (on most days!). That task begins with color. From restful greens to sweet shades of peach to soothing neutrals, there are an abundance of beautiful shades that can suit your style and help quiet your mind. It’s only a matter of picking which one you love the most, thanks to Sherwin-William’s Living Well collection....

The holidays are a busy time of year for everyone, but the typical end-of-year rush can be especially taxing for mail carriers. When the weather starts to chill, their usual load of letters and packages increases exponentially with everyone rushing to get their gifts, Christmas cards, and well wishes delivered to friends and families across the country. This holiday season, take time to reflect on how these pivotal service workers positively impact your life, then show your thanks for their tireless work and dedication....

There is no shortage of carrot cake recipes out there—and for good reason. The soft and almost wet cake carries all of our most beloved spices in its crumb, and it tends to also support a generous amount of silky cream cheese frosting. If you’re obsessed with a good carrot cake, know that you’re in good company. Not too long ago, Chrissy Teigen posted about an “absurd” homemade carrot cake on her Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat....

There’s nobody quite like mom. And according to a survey reported in Good News Network, that’s not an exaggeration. Out of 2,000 respondents, seven in 10 (70 percent) American adults said their mom was their best friend. The lifelong relationship between mother and child stems from respect, trust, and appreciation. Not only did these respondents agree that nothing compares to a mother’s love when considering a best friend, but there is an overwhelmingly positive response about how impactful their mothers have been in their life and continue to be to this day....

The Iuga High Waist Leggings tout a high-rise waistband design with tummy control that stays put all day, whether you’re getting through a high-intensity workout or going for a coffee run with friends. The four-way stretch fabric offers compression, and a reinforced gusset crotch maximizes durability, so you can count on them lasting a long time and being squat-proof. The hidden waistband pocket and deep side pockets are perfect for storing your keys and phone while you’re on the go, too....

If a typical beach town is laid-back, Grayton Beach is fully reclining—in a hammock with an ice-cold margarita. Settled into the wild, unkempt land that makes up the surrounding state park, this small town doesn’t worry too much about whether you like it. As town squares and pastel cottages sprouted in areas down the road, Grayton Beach kept its shell-speckled, sandy roads, sea-weathered homes, and groovy attitude. There may be a new strip of stores and restaurants, but this tiny coastal village remains old-school....

If you’re a big fan of the Thanksgiving feast, then you probably also consider the meal’s leftovers an exciting annual highlight. Turkey, dressing, cranberry sauce, and mashed potatoes can all keep in the fridge for a few days post-Thanksgiving for seasonal sandwich-making purposes. But what if you want to store a supply of leftover mashed potatoes in the freezer, ready to be reheated if you find yourself craving smooth, creamy taters far into the future?...

A road project in the North Carolina mountains will have motorists taking the even-more-scenic route for the foreseeable future. A popular stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway between milepost 248.1 and 249.3 in Ashe County is currently closed to vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. The $29 million project to replace the aging Laurel Fork Bridge will include a 10-mile detour to reroute traffic. Work is expected to take over two years to complete, with a target completion date of November 2024....

Butternut squash is a comforting and versatile addition to your holiday table. The best part? Most butternut squash recipes are fairly easy to make. There’s a catch, however: You have to get through the tough exterior skin before you can harvest the sweet, creamy, delicious flesh awaiting you inside. If you’ve ever tried the old-fashioned method of peeling butternut squash skin bit by bit with a vegetable peeler, you know it can be tedious and messy....