Have you ever wondered about the origins and namesakes of our favorite spreads, sauces, and dressings? Here are a few stories that you can use to regale your friends the next time you chow down.
Have you ever wondered about the origins and namesakes of our favorite spreads, sauces, and dressings? Here are a few stories that you can use to regale your friends the next time you chow down.
Anyone fond of coming home to a chilled glass of Chardonnay to help wind down may soon be dreaming of the front door keys rather than a corkscrew. The pleasure is due to a hot new field of design called neuroarchitecture.
A house might not be able to save a marriage, but it sure can strain one. Here are some ways to turn your love nest into a happily-ever-after house.
From legs to brows, the pros reveal the best ways to deal with unwanted hair.
What does it really take to dress someone as fashion-forward and in the spotlight as Michelle Obama?
I can't find it anywhere in the Constitution, so maybe there is a first lady dress code buried in an obscure addendum to the Voting Rights Act of 1965, since every mistress of the White House for the last four decades has chosen a wardrobe that follows a particular one with near pathological devotion.
While companies across the country are downsizing, some in the fashion world have decided that it's time for a bit of upsizing. This spring, the cheap chic emporiums, Target and Forever 21, will launch plus-size lines for teenagers.
Step into Blake Mycoskie's shoes for a day, and you might wind up feeling enlightened. Not just because the shoes he wears are incredibly lightweight, but because they transport him to regions of the globe where footwear is a rare, precious commodity.
The 10 most expensive natural disasters in U.S. history all have occurred in the last decade. These catastrophes have resulted in insurance companies having to cover losses averaging $10 billion each year since 1989, compared with just $2 billion yearly from 1980 to 1988.
If you asked my wife what her number one complaint is about our marriage, I know what she'd say: She can never get me to level with her.
Wearing a plaid green A-line spring skirt from her new fashion line, paired with a black patent leather belt and black leather gladiator sandal stilettos, "Sex and the City" actress Kristin Davis is the perfect combination of sweet and fierce when we meet up after her fashion show at the Belk department store in Atlanta, Georgia.
For all the majesty of the White House, the first lady has already infused it with a palpable ease; her presence makes the place feel open and approachable. When we sit down to talk, Michelle Obama seems as relaxed as she did when I first interviewed her and her husband in their Chicago apartment in 2004. "This room has the best light in the house," she tells me as we settle in, shoes off, on a comfortable sofa. "And there's pie here, too. The pie in the White House is dangerously good." -- Oprah Winfrey
Imagine being invited to the White House for one of those lavish state dinners -- with menu items like Herb Roasted Lollipop Lamb Chops, Sweet Potato Souffl� or Chocolate Peppermint Cookies.
A tide of foreclosed properties has been sweeping into the beleaguered housing market, bringing down property values, dislocating families, and sending municipal governments scrambling to manage the crisis. But some buyers see a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the gloomy headlines; they are buying up foreclosed properties at ultra-low prices.
CNN Hero Maria Ruiz has been changing the lives of children and their families in Juarez, Mexico, for more than 12 years. But lately, it's been Ruiz's own life that's been changing.
Red wine and chocolate are a darling pair these days. With all those deep, dark chocolate notes right in a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine seems like a natural match for an intensely-flavored, dark chocolate dessert.
Decorating in the midst of a financial recession is not easy. But Thom Filicia, host of the Style Network's "Dress My Nest," author of "Thom Filicia Style" and former cast member of "Queer Eye for the Straight Guy," insists that it can be done.
Ariel Binns is cute, smart, outgoing and looks remarkably like first daughter Sasha Obama.
If you're ready to make a clean sweep of your house, help is here. Experts share the six main reasons why people can't seem to let go of their stuff and their smartest tricks for outwitting that primal hoarding instinct. Prepare to clear out -- for good!
Time to believe in mini-miracles! Beauty gurus say the secret to looking refreshed is in your makeup bag. So what are you waiting for?
Get organized and clear the clutter with these clever ideas, methods, and products.
When they walk into the office, they tend to be a bit hesitant, a little shy. They really don't know what to expect, and for some, it's hard to believe there's really someone out there who wants to give them free business suits and other interview essentials.
If you dare to look out your window at houses for sale, you might be surprised at what you can buy and with how little money. Prices are falling, and inventory is plentiful; it's a buyers' market.
As midnight approaches on December 31st, more than a few of us will crack open a bottle or two of champagne to help toast in the New Year.
When she put her six-year-old Seattle, Washington, home on the market a few months ago, real estate broker Reba Haas knew darn well she needed an edge.
Michelle Obama turned the campaign trail into a runway this year, sporting eye-catching colors and feminine cuts that sent fashion bloggers buzzing.
If you're thinking of pulling the plug on Christmas cheer, we can help change your mind. These simple solutions to holiday woes will take you from Scrooge to Santa in a snap.
You've found the perfect dress, practiced your icebreaker and chilled the bubbly. Now starts the primping. This is your guide for flawless, pretty makeup.
With an outdoor display of 150,000 Christmas lights, Bob and Raquel Cox saw their electric bill increase $400 last December. This year, the couple expects to pay an even larger bill: They strung 210,000 lights outside their Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, home.
Do you want to rip the clothes off your partner's body not because you're insanely attracted to him, but because you hate his style so much?
If it's your first Thanksgiving away from the family or you're hosting in your new place, a few key strategies can easily bring your friends together for the holidays without creating an economic crisis.
Not only is a clothing swap a great excuse to organize your closets, get rid of stuff you no longer want, and gather a group of girlfriends for an afternoon or evening of cocktails and clothes, it's also an opportunity to score some totally free new-to-you outfits and accessories.
I admit, I'm pretty much a walking gender stereotype -- I like shopping, getting pedicures, grabbing drinks with the girls after work, obsessing about my hair, and lusting over other woman's awesome boots. I also hate when models brag about how they can eat anything without gaining an ounce, and I have an unhealthy addiction to gossip sites, but that may be taking it a bit too far.
Dressed head to toe in black, designer Isaac Mizrahi is wearing an outfit that seems to contradict his personality -- and his usual fashion flair.
Got milk? What about mayo? Here are some emergency stand-ins for your favorite hair products and beauty essentials:
Diane Maler searched for the perfect way to care for her sun-damaged skin for 20 years. The Los Angeles resident had scores of facials and tried practically every product on the market, but nothing really worked.
What do Hollywood beauty insiders (and their celebrity clients) know that we don't? After this article, not much. In Style gets them to give up their trade secrets
Here's how you know you've got a problem: Months, maybe even years, after moving into your home, you still have to talk people through it.
Young fashion designer Ali Khan made his debut at New York Fashion Week with male models strutting down the runway in his avant-garde menswear designs.
Why should looking fabulous take so much time and effort? Here is the busy girl's guide to looking good in a flash.
For most Americans, the onset of September means it's time to pack up the summer dresses and flip-flops and bring the cozy sweaters and wool jackets up from the basement. In New York City, however, September is all about (next) spring!
Whether you're hosting a formal party or just throwing together snacks for drinks with friends, we've got ideas for transforming carryout into crowd-pleasing cuisine. Everyone will assume your sink is stacked with dirty pots and pans. (And if you keep them out of the kitchen, they'll never know the truth.)
For college-bound students, dorm room success hinges on learning how to maximize space and style on a minimal budget. Check out these great tips from a recent college graduate who learned the hard way.
He has seen the face of death, poked it in the eyes, cut its arm off, and called it ugly. We're not talking about Brendan Fraser, the 39-year-old Indianapolis-born actor, son of a Canadian tourism official, youngest of four brothers and father of three sons.
These gardening and decorating tips can transform your space -- giving your backyard a complete makeover.
Renovation therapists Rory McCreesh, Reva Kussmaul, Ignacio Arribas and Nitsa Lallas take on these three homeowners' disasters.
From barefoot tomboy to fashion supernova, fearless pop renegade Rihanna lives to bust all the rules.
If you're wondering why your house has languished on the market for all these months, check out our tongue-in-cheek guide to common mistakes sellers make
If you weren't (or aren't) the kind of girl who always dreamed of a fairy tale wedding, tricked out in the Cinderella gown with the handsome prince, watch out: Reem Acra will change your mind.
From making an omelet to getting some sleep, a little change in the mercury can make a big difference
Ahh, warm weather weddings: Nothing evokes a festive mood like triple-digit temperatures and man-eating mosquitoes.
A major component in fire-safe home rebuilding is "defensible space" -- a specially planned and designed area around your home that provides maneuvering space for firefighters, serves as a barrier to impede raging wildfires from getting to your doorstep, and prevents house fires from spreading to the wild.
In the midst of the joyful experience of joining your life to another, it is disconcertingly easy to fall into marital discord over issues of furniture and décor. When one person has strong feelings about design, their beloved often needs to be handled with care in the process of decorating the nuptial abode. Follow our advice for getting the look you want and living happily ever after.
There are countless varieties of tomatoes available, each of which differs from the others in taste, the size, shape and ripening time of the fruit.
In the manual of life, there should be a chapter called "Stuff They Don't Tell You Beforehand."
Bud Offermann's targets are invisible contaminants, like dust mites, mold spores, or volatile organic compounds, that homeowners worry might be damaging their health.
Daring in her fashion choices and her roles -- this summer she plays Agent 99 in "Get Smart" -- Anne Hathaway is the perfect candidate to answer questions about developing your own unique personal style.
Style-maker, TV host and opinionated fashionista Carson Kressley explains how to give yourself a complete makeover--inside and out.
The promise of saying vows in an intimate setting and under springtime foliage can be a dreamy inspiration for brides-to-be, but for homeowners hosting a wedding in their back yard it can turn into a nightmare.
Amidst the joys and sorrows, laughing and crying, wedding planning can be all but relaxing at times. Here are some ways that you can de-stress the registry process -- and save your sanity.
Nothing in your house affects your comfort more than your heating and cooling systems.
Maybe you think you know roses - those long-stemmed, full-petaled beauties that need a lot of coddling to keep disease at bay.
It takes a truly adventurous actress to pull off a razored Mohawk, a platinum pixie and a Louise Brooks bob, but we'd expect nothing less from the ever provocative Selma Blair, who experimented with all three looks in under a year.
A few years ago, marketing executive and green thumb David Jensen of Clare, Michigan, moved outside the city limits so he could grow a bigger, better garden -- only to watch it get devoured by deer that seemed to fear nothing.
Your eyebrows can do wonders for your face. They can make you look younger and give you an instant (and inexpensive) facelift.
Actress Cameron Diaz talks candidly about love, guys, friends, family and charting her own course.
Actress Cameron Diaz talks candidly about love, guys, friends, family and charting her own course.
You've probably been pining for that energy-efficient fridge for awhile (especially considering if your current model was built before 1993, it costs at least double to run than new Energy Star-rated models of the same size), but throwing away your old one isn't exactly eco-friendly.
Christina Applegate's style has grown up with her. From rebellious to refined, here's how she got it right.
During the week Ryan Samuel, 30, is a married man working in the energy market in Richardson, Texas. But on the weekends he lures men away from their homes, wives and children with beer, camaraderie, power tools and "The Ponderosa."
It may not sound like fun, doing your hair and makeup while two famous pros sit in judgment.
During the week Ryan Samuels, 30, is a married man working in the energy market in Richardson, Texas. But on the weekends he lures men away from their homes, wives and children with beer, camaraderie, power tools and "The Ponderosa."
Nothing announces the arrival of summer like firing up the grill. Unfortunately, nothing sours a summer party faster than a grill that won't light, smokes too much, or cooks unevenly. Grease, marinades, and sauces wreak havoc on gas burners, while charcoal grills suffer the corrosive properties of charcoal.
Pet owners know that their furry friends can add a little something extra to the spring cleaning chores. CNN spoke with "the Queen of Clean," Linda Cobb, a New York Times best-selling author and television personality. Cobb, who owns three cats, knows a thing or two about getting the best of pet messes.
Here are some tips to create a stretch of lush lawn that you'll use and enjoy.
Whether you're serving dinner, lunch, or brunch, follow these rules of the pretty table.
Like most stories that end up with a man mowing his friend's lawn in a dress, it started out innocently enough.
Like most stories that end up with a man mowing his friend's lawn in a dress, it started out innocently enough.
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