Columbus, OH

As Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer and the beginning of fall, now is the time to get out your darker spirits. Many people like to enjoy lighter drinks in the summertime, with plenty of spritzes and bubbly concoctions. And for winter, you’ll want something hearty and warming. But coming into this transition period, it’s a good excuse to get a bit experimental with your cocktails.

Three whiskey cocktails, from an alternative spritz to a cherry sour

Beyond its blend of slightly bitter and slightly acidic tastes, coffee is also known as one of the top caffeinated beverages consumed across the world. Caffeine is naturally found in coffee beans, which are then roasted to create the delicious traditional cup of coffee you know and love. Yet, knowing that coffee beans naturally contain caffeine can make you wonder how exactly and why exactly decaf coffee is even a thing. Shouldn’t we all just enjoy coffee in its wholesome, unchanged, and delicious state? What is decaf coffee? Let’s explore.

Is decaf coffee worth it?

Enter a wine shop or explore the selection at a large grocery store and the red vino varieties can feel endless. With thousands of grape types used, knowing the difference between styles like Cabernet franc and Cabernet sauvignon is just the tip of the iceberg. In addition to varietals, there are the distinct ways grapes from different locations taste, as well as winemaker-constructed blends to consider. (Many of which are often the best red wines available under $30.)

These Are The Sweetest And Driest Red Wines You Can Drink

The abundant, round blooms of hydrangeas are a classic sight of summer. Their blue, pink, and purple flowers are a cheerful and reliable perennial that seems to quickly sprout out of nothing but bare sticks in spring. But after the bloom season is over, you've probably seen gardeners cut hydrangeas...

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Fruits are perfect in salads, on top of cakes, or even as snacks. Yet, if you ask anyone, one of […]

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Paso Robles, CA

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Soul of A Lion, A Luxurious Cabernet Sauvignon with History & Love. There is much more than vines, vineyards, grapes, barrels and bottles behind Soul of a Lion. There is love, passion, adventures, fortunes and misfortunes; no legend, but all true-life events. A thoughtful and constructed pathway. Brothers Daniel and...

A Roaring Cabernet Sauvignon: Soul of A Lion | DAOU Vineyards, Paso Robles, California

Whether you like them tart or sweet, crisp or soft, apples are a staple. Depending on the variety, the almighty apple can be baked into pies, tossed in salads, and enjoyed as is for a snack. But before you peel and cut the fruit, it's important to wash it first due to potential contaminants. Our guide explains how to wash apples the right way, plus how to reduce wax and pesticide residue on the surface. Plus, find out if you still need to wash apples even if you plan to peel them.

How to Wash Apples the Right Way—and Why You Need To

Monterey County, CA

Sonoma, CA

It may seem curious that JL Wood produces a Chardonnay labeled No Oak. After all, the winery’s 2021 Nouveau did not touch a barrel. Neither did its newly released 2023 JL Wood. And the 2022 Premier was quickly pulled from oak before the wine developed more than a rich, tropical essence.

JL Wood has found variety in a line of Chardonnays from Arroyo Seco grapes.

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Now that Labor Day deals are underway, there are some great deals going on relating to all manners of neat products. One great example of that is being able to buy a Blackstone Outdoor Propane Pizza Oven with rotating stone for $497 instead of $597 at Walmart. The $100 discount is a pretty sweet one to see on such a unique product and makes now the ideal opportunity to enjoy some superior pizza from the comfort of your own backyard. Here’s what you need to know before you buy.

This Blackstone pizza oven just got a $100 price cut at Walmart

This post may contain affiliate links. If you buy thru these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Synsepalum dulcificum is the Latin name for Miracle Fruit. The fruit was given its common name because of its effect on the taste buds. It makes everything sweet.

Have You Tried Miracle Fruit Yet? You Can Actually Grow Your Own Miracle Fruit From Seeds

Growing your own herbs really isn't difficult -- even beginner gardeners and those known to have a black thumb can make an herb garden thrive. This is because herbs require very little investment of time and, importantly, cost. They grow well indoors and outdoors, smell divine, and grow rather quickly, giving you a lovely array of herbs to spice up any dish in a pinch. That eventually translates to fewer trips to your local grocer, which will save you time and money over time.

How to Save Money by Growing Your Own Fresh Herbs at Home

Super easy to grow and packed with the best scents, check out our guide to the Most Fragrant Lavender Varieties to grow in your garden!. Why’s everyone so obsessed with growing lavender? It’s a super plant—that’s why! It barely needs frequent watering, thrives in all types of soil, is edible, and is full of healing goodness. And it has so many varieties with such distinct scents and blooms that it would be a crime not to grow it. Let’s help you pick the most fragrant lavender varieties for your home!

11 Most Fragrant Lavender Varieties

Seattle, WA

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So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

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This week, we ask Jeff Correa with Pear Bureau Northwest if enough is being done to improve trade conditions for local growers. If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com.

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There’s nothing cheerier than a tub of narcissi or tulips and now’s time to choose your colour scheme for next year

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Fall is the sweetest and coziest season of the year, it’s the time of staying home by the fireplace, drinking apple cider and eating donuts. If you love fall and wanna welcome it in your home, you can decorate your front porch, style the mantel and some smaller nooks to feel cozy there. Don’t forget about windows: window decor will be seen both inside and outside and as we look at the windows quite often, they may add a cute touch to the space. Here are some easy and lovely ways to style a window for the fall.

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Fruity and crisp, ideal for summer evenings on the porch

When you think of wine cocktails, your mind likely goes right to the Aperol Spritz. And while that’s a fine cocktail for summer, it isn’t the...

Fruity and crisp, ideal for summer evenings on the porch

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