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Chipotle-Rubbed Beer Can Chicken

Summer is officially here which, for many people, means it’s time to fire up the grill. And while the star of the cookout is usually a perfect grilled steak, this creative chipotle-rubbed beer can chicken recipe will show you why that’s not the case this year. It’s no secret that chicken is often reserved for easy weeknight…


Replace a Bathroom Faucet

The trend in remodeling continues, reports the recent Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) from Harvard’s Remodeling Futures Program. Any upgrade even replacing a bathroom faucet won’t go unnoticed if you decide to sell your home, so don’t hesitate to make the upgrade and enjoy using it. It’s not the largest feature in a bathroom,…


6 Simple Ways to Turn Your Balcony Into an Outdoor Oasis

For anyone living in an apartment or condo, having a balcony is a major perk. Although it’s not as luxurious as a sprawling backyard, even a tiny balcony provides a private outdoor space where you can kick back and take in some fresh air. And with a little extra attention to the design, your balcony…


No Room at the Inn

Say that you arrive at a hotel where you have a firm reservation — maybe even prepaid — only to have the desk clerk tell you the hotel is full and can’t honor your reservation. This can happen for several reasons, generally because the hotel overbooked, some guests stayed longer than expected, or somebody bought…


Fried Zucchini Is the Ultimate Summer Appetizer

As the days get longer and the weather warms up, my excitement for zucchini season grows. I love zucchini in any and all forms; whether that’s grilled, added to soups and stews, shredded, or even served raw. But my absolute favorite way to enjoy zucchini is when it’s breaded and fried into crisp, golden-brown batons….


Tzatziki Is a Versatile Sauce, Dip

Admittedly, for years, I purchased store-bought yogurt dips and versions of tzatziki. They served their purpose as a quick sauce or dip, and that was before I decided to make my own version. The first thing to know is that you need to use Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is thicker than regular yogurt and is…


Keep Uncooked Shrimp in the Freezer for Days You Need to Cook a Quick Meal

I always stock uncooked shrimp in the freezer; they prove perfect for fast, yet truly special meals. Stir-fried, grilled, or poached, most shrimp cook in less than 5 minutes. Look at shrimp labels indicating sustainable fishing or farming practices. For sweet flavor and beautiful pinkness, I’m partial to pink shrimp from Florida or red shrimp…


Savor the Flavor of These Wraps

These chicken lettuce wraps are crunchy and light, and they combine for a flavorful meal. The sweet, anise-like flavor of Thai basil pairs well with the bold taste of the peanut sauce, but regular basil — or even mint or cilantro — works well too. Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Peanut Sauce Serves 4 Active Time:…


Add a Marble Threshold

To conceal the gap between different and unlike floor surfaces, a wood threshold has long been the tradition; but a threshold made of marble can be a nice touch of class. Because of its long-lasting quality, marble is an excellent choice to create safe footing in a passageway, particularly where ceramic, stone or marble tiles…


Berlin’s Reichstag: Teary-Eyed Germans and a Big Glass Dome

Years ago, when I got my history degree, I said to myself, “I’d better get a business degree, too, so I have something useful.” But I’ve learned over the years that if more people knew more about history, our world would be a better place. History is constantly speaking to us. Travelers enjoy a privileged…