14 Items You Shouldn't Buy at Trader Joe's

No one is perfect. Not even TJ’s. Keep reading to find out which items you shouldnt buy at Trader Joes. Photo:Trader Joe’s Pre-Cooked Chicken Strips If were being honest, is pre-cooked chicken everthatgood? You will have to cook it, but at least its already seasoned! Ranch Dressing Since were being candid, condiments are definitely not TJ’s strong suit. Lisovskaya/Getty Images Maybe its because there are so many classic condiment brands that weve already grown to love....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 379 words · Matthew Wilson

14 Kitchen Cabinet Paint Colors You'll Never Regret

These designer selects won’t let you down. Below, were rounding up designer-approved kitchen cabinet paint colors perfect for your next makeover. Sherwin-WilliamsDried Thymeis a timeless and versatile choice for seamlessly integrating open kitchens into living spaces, he says. Photo:George Barberis; Design by Casey Keasler of Casework It pairs well with a wide color palette and adds a subtle elegance. The understated hue adds lasting interest without being too in your face....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 289 words · Victoria Jackson

14 Kitchen Trends Taking Over the Design Industry in 2024

The report reveals the anticipated trends for the next three years (yes, you read that correctly! in products, materials, and finishes for residential kitchens. Read on to find out more details on what youll see in the newly designed kitchens of 2024. Photo:Peter Valli; designed by Jeanne Chung Just a quick wipe means easy maintenance. One of the most popular slab choices is quartz. Other popular backsplash alternatives arepatterned tile(like hex, chevron, and herringbone) and subway designs....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · William Wade

14 Lululemon Travel Essentials to Bring on Your Next Week-Long Trip—From $28

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Find joggers, totes, easy-to-layer tank tops, and more. And its water-resistant, too, should you get caught in the rain while traveling. Photo:Real Simple Onefive-star reviewercalls it an essential wallet-to-go. They wrote, [It] fits perfectly in belt bags, leaving room for other purse essentials. They also commented that its well-constructed and comes in great color choices. lululemon Best of all, they have a flirty dance studio vibe and are available in 16 vibrant colors....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Carrie Arroyo

14 Modern Passover Recipes for Your Family's Seder

Dishes so delicious you won’t even miss the challah. Greg Dupree Passover recipes are some of the tastiest, most looked-forward to Jewish dishes of the year. Just chop up some garlic and parsley, mix it with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon. Photo:Greg Dupree Spread it on a large piece of salmon and bake. And dont skip the orange dressing, which combines shallots,maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. It ties the salad together beautifully....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 304 words · Brenda Stanley

14 Mood-Boosting Colors to Paint Your Kitchen—and Start Your Day Off Right

Bring some energy to the heart of your home. Our favorite way to incorporate color into the kitchen is through the backsplash, cabinetry, or ceiling. We recommend choosing where you want your color to really pop. Photo:Photo by Tahvory Bunting for Margarita Bravo I love going bold with cabinets, says designer Linda Hayslett ofLH Designs. Its like giving the kitchen a personality upgrade. The right color can make your kitchen feel like the heart of the home....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Donald Werner

14 Must-Watch Black History Movies and Documentaries on Netflix

See what’s new and notable in Netflix’s Black Lives Matter collection. This movie spawned a great TV show of the same name, also on Netflix. This series uncovers the cultural cover up affecting police departments across the country. Photo: netflix.com Two Distant Strangers This Oscar-winning short film feels more timely than ever.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 52 words · Mary Tran

14 of Our Best Cooking and Entertaining Tips Ever, According to Our Editors

We have a feeling youre going to want to bookmark this page. (This is an excellent job for kids or anyone who doesnt cook.) The coolness takes some sting out of the sulfur compounds responsible for the reaction. Photo:Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely Bake Pies on the Lowest Rack Dont let soggy crusts ruin a good dessert. We choose the latter! To do so, add an orange peel....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Shannon Stewart

14 Oil Substitutes to Use When Baking

You likely have a few of these on hand. Key Takeaways Need oil substitutes if you run out of it? Here are a few of the best and easiest substitutes for oil. Bit245/Getty Images Swap in butter for oil in a 1:1 ratio, melting butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Vegan butter orgheecan also work in this instance. Try subbing melted butter into any baked recipe, like your favorite birthday cake....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · Patricia Gonzalez

14 On-the-Go Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings

Breakfast in a hurry doesn’t have to mean something from the drive-thru. We have more than a month’s worth of healthy (and easy to make!) Just warm one up in the microwave as you’re walking out the door! Photo:Victor Protasio Make this crisp before the week begins and heat up individual servings in the morning. It will stay good for up to five days in the refrigerator. Just don’t forget to spoon on a dollop of gut-friendly Greek yogurt before digging in....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 438 words · Brandon Johnson

14 Oven Cleaning Hacks That Don't Use Harsh Chemicals

We share top oven-cleaning tricksand expert tipsto make the job easier. There are plenty of commercialoven cleanersout there to choose from, as well as DIY methods. Parry suggests the following for cleaning with this method. gerenme/Getty Images This method is especially great for cleaning up quick spills. In that case, quickly kick off the oven and sprinkle some salt on the leak. After the oven has cooled, you’ll have an easier time removing that stain," explains Ripley....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 350 words · Austin Reese

14 Plants You Should Never Grow Next to Hydrangeas

Keep these plants far apart. But lavender requires dry, hot, and sunny spots to thriveand that’s not thebest situation for hydrangeas. Black Walnut Trees nickkurzenko / Getty Images Who knew that some plants can actually poison other plants? Photo:Greenseas/Getty Images That’s the reason why black walnut trees and hydrangea are a toxic combo. Roses are a good example of sun-loving plants that like drier conditions." “Many plants are allelopathic to some degree, including sunflowers....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · John Campbell

14 Recipes For Pork Tenderloin That Are Juicy and Delicious

Take a break from chicken! We hear you, which is why weve compiled this roundup of more than a dozen recipes forpork tenderloin. Keep reading for even more easy pork tenderloin recipes to make ASAP! Photo:Victor Protasio In this recipe, the pork is coated in crushed kettle-cooked potato chips instead of your typical breadcrumbs. Its also coated with tangy Dijon mustard and roasted. While the meat cooks, youll make a quinoa salad with crunchy carrot ribbons to complete the meal....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Kristin Morgan