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Learn to pair wine with dessert

The art of learning to pair wine with dessert is something that you will find helpful throughout your life. There are even culinary courses, pastry classes and various books and websites devoted to the topic, which simply highlight the importance of knowing your wine when you dine. Read More

Simple tips to take the fear out of Halloween planning

Does it seem like the kids start talking about Halloween as soon as school starts again? Fun costumes, spooky decor and heaps of candy - no wonder kids love Halloween. And for adults, having a happy Halloween can help set an upbeat tone for all the end-of-year holidays. With that much love of the holiday floating around, it makes sense to seek out unique Halloween ideas before the big day arrives. Read More

Planning a road trip? Here are 5 tips for packing food to bring along

Planning a road trip this summer to see a part of the great U.S.A. you've never been to before? If so, there's a lot of planning to do. You need to figure out which route to take, what attractions you want to visit along the way and where you'll spend each night away from home -- not to mention what to bring. Read More

Grilling tips to keep home fires burning safely

Summer is here and so is grilling season. Before firing up the grills, however, weekend warriors should observe a few simple precautions to ensure that backyard barbecue bashes don't go up in flames. Read More

Cook what you love, only healthier

With obesity rates on the rise, there is no better time than now for families to build healthier habits. While selecting the right foods is the first step, how they are prepared is equally as important. Cooking healthfully includes choosing the right ingredients as well as implementing techniques such as baking, grilling, broiling, roasting and stir frying. Read More

Tips to make the most out of everyday family fun

If you thought a day of family fun would bust your budget and take a lot of time to plan, think again. Contrary to common belief, it is possible to plan fun, family-friendly activities without breaking the bank. Here are some valuable tips to get you on the road to celebrating, saving and offering your family more throughout the year. Read More

Choose happy foods, not foods that make you sad

"Grab the ice cream and bring on the chocolate!" While this may be a typical response to a bad mood for many, studies have shown that eating junk food can actually make you feel even worse. In fact, there are both physical and emotional side effects of chowing down on unhealthy foods that may make you want to rethink your decision to overindulge. Read More

Do your kids need a fresh lunch box makeover?

The start of a new school year is an exciting time for children. Each fall begins with a new teacher, different classmates and a fresh start, making it the perfect time for you and your kids to get back into a daily routine. A good place to start is the school lunch. To avoid falling into a rut and preparing the same lackluster foods, here are a few tips to help make over any lunch box this school year. Read More

Need a healthy meal idea? Just open the cupboard

Even on busy nights, when you may be tempted to hit the drive-through, cooking at home with simple ingredients from your pantry is a more nutritious, cost-effective and quicker solution when dinnertime rolls around. Read More

How to shop smart for your health and your wallet

With a dizzying array of choices in the supermarket, finding the best foods for your family can be a challenge, particularly in the dairy aisle. Every shopping trip is an opportunity to re-evaluate your family's grocery store habits and make changes for a happy wallet and a healthy body. Read More