Menu: Appetizers: Mini crab cakes with lemon-chive mayonnaise and Artichoke dip Main Event: Raspberry-maple-glazed pork tenderloin with Make-ahead holiday salad Dessert: Chocolate peppermint shortbreads Store-bought goodies: Stock up on mixed olives, pickled vegetables, pistachios, and clementines to set out for guests to snack on before the main meal and between courses. Holiday punch Boozy apple cider slushie Golden ginger-lemon vodka punch Minty Moscow mule punch White Negroni punch Enliven with music: To infuse the party with holiday cheer without subjecting folks to back-to-back tracks of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Feliz Navidad,” mix traditional holiday tunes with modern favorites....

According to the Hebrew Bible, Moses asked the Egyptian leader, Pharoah, to free the Israelite slaves and was rejected repeatedly. So Moses warned Pharoah that God would punish Egypt with 10 plagues: frogs, boils, and hail, among others. God told Moses to alert the Israelites to mark their homes so He would know to “pass over” their houses when casting down the last plague—hence the holiday’s name. After sundown the night before the first official day of Passover, Jews conduct the Seder, a special ceremony during which they retell the story of their ancestors’ liberation....

They’re the Model 000 sneakers from Atoms, a brand you may have heard of if you follow the popular Instagram account Humans of New York. Co-founder Sidra Qasim was featured on the page in early 2021, sharing her story of pursuing entrepreneurship instead of following the traditional Pakistani path towards marriage. The post caused the Model 000 sneakers to sell out and rack up a waitlist of more than 10,000 people, making me eager to give the thoughtfully designed shoes a try....

Sarah’s past work includes writing commerce pieces across several categories, including goods for the home, kitchen gadgets, fashion, beauty, and skincare for LoveToKnow Media.Prior to becoming a writer, Sarah worked in live daytime television at The Wendy Williams Show in New York City for over five years.She holds a B.A. in Communications & Social Interaction from SUNY Oswego. She’s also a millennial mom who’s contributed personal stories and parenting pieces to Motherly....

Based in Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, these shows not only feature covetable Scandinavian home décor that will motivate you to “hygge” your own space, but the characters also know how to survive (and even thrive!) during long, dark winters and bitterly cold weather. Here are five of the best Scandinavian TV shows on Netflix for cozy home décor ideas. Bonus: We’ve noted what to keep an eye out for!...

How to Add a Courtyard If you plan to add a courtyard to your home, consider how it is oriented to the sun and how you will enter and exit from both the house and garden. The more entries to the courtyard, the more likely you will use the space. No matter which material you choose, be sure the courtyard flooring drains away from the house. Before building a courtyard, you should also consider privacy....

Unique Loom Solo Solid Shag Collection Area Rug, from $20 (was from $53) Nuloom Rigo Handwoven Farmhouse Jute Area Rug, from $26 (was from $44) Loloi II Loren Collection Traditional Area Rug, from $31 (was from $129) Duduta White Faux Fur Sheepskin Rug, from $20 (was from $30) Unique Loom Outdoor Collection Transitional Indoor-Outdoor Rug, from $25 (was from $72) Artistic Weavers Odelia Vintage Bohemian Area Rug, from $18 (was from $75) Safavieh Brentwood Collection Medallion Distressed Area Rug, from $23 (was from $48) Jonathan Y Charleston Vintage Filigree Textured Indoor-Outdoor Rug, from $32 (was from $39)...

This genius shelf organizer from YouCopia is specifically designed to hold water bottles, travel mugs, and any other cylindrical containers hiding in your cupboards. It includes three adjustable shelves so you can customize the organizer to fit different container sizes, plus a notched design that keeps rounded bottles from sliding around. Each three-shelf organizer holds about nine water bottles, so it’s a great way to take advantage of vertical storage space in your kitchen cabinets....

TJ’s is known for their deliciously unique products, so it was only a matter of time until they came out with their own boba tea. But the best thing about this new release, which debuted earlier this month, is that it’s a boba tea kit, so you can conveniently make the beverage at home. The kit makes four beverages and costs $6, which is less than you’d likely pay for a quartet of store-bought boba teas....

The four-headed Ezorkas Dimmable Grow Light features everything you could ever need in a plant light—and then some. Its mixture of red and blue LED light chips was created for optimal growth. Each lamp head is attached to its own adjustable cord, all of which lead to a sturdy clip that attaches to ledges and corners as wide as three inches. As a result, the device can accommodate plants at almost any angle....

So when I came across a clever product that was constructed to thwart this kind of mess, I knew I had to test it out. Souper Cubes is the brilliant solution for storing big batches of soup, stews, stocks, and just about anything else. Designed by a husband-and-wife team who were searching for a better way to store liquids, Souper Cubes are similar to ice cube trays but far more utilitarian....

Roth oversees multiple renovation projects at once, so she’s either routinely hunched over a screen or reviewing paperwork for a site. “I love a good printer—I’m one of those people who still likes to print everything,” she jokes. As the time passed, though, she realized how uncomfortable and impractical it was to continue to work in her makeshift office. It was necessary to devise a better solution, while still leaning into the flexibility she had unwittingly adopted....

Baked Goods Whether you’re keeping baked goods at room temperature or freezing them, make sure they’re tightly wrapped or in an airtight container, with the following exceptions: Refrigerate dairy-based cakes and pies (such as cheesecake and lemon cream pie) and cookies with uncooked dairy fillings (like whipped cream or cream cheese).Keep bakery-style breads and baguettes in their original packaging (an airtight bag turns crusts soggy) and, if freezing, transfer to a resealable freezer bag....

Well, maybe not that last one. If toilet cleaning doesn’t quite fit into your list of beloved romantic activities, you’re not alone. And you feel pretty much the same way about taking out the trash, folding laundry, and vacuuming. Relationship buzz-kills, every last one. For its Modern Love and Household Responsibilities survey, Yelp asked 2,000 Americans with partners (split evenly between men and women) how chores affect their relationships—and more specifically, which chores they look forward to the least....

To determine the best cooling pillows, we sent 28 of the most popular options to real-world testers who slept on them for a minimum of seven consecutive nights (usually more), and evaluated them based on their quality, airflow, comfort, durability, and value. For expert advice, we consulted Dr. Peter Polos, MD, PhD, FCCP, FAASM, sleep medicine specialist and sleep expert for Sleep Number. Polos says that your pillow “can also have a physiological impact on our sleep quality—meaning that we might wake up more often throughout the night or not spend as much time in deeper stages of sleep that are needed to help us feel energized and refreshed the next day....

Whom they’re not for: People who want towels in solid colors. The understated design of these towels is complemented by the Turkish cotton material that is both soft and fast-drying. They feature a rotating pinstripe-waffle knit design that makes them great for cleaning up tough spills or soaking up excess water left over on clean dishes. Plus, they’re Standard 100 certified by Oeko-Tex, which means they have been tested and found to be free of potentially harmful substances....

To curate a guide to the best eye creams, we spent hours researching the most popular options on the market. While narrowing down the list, we considered factors like ingredients, benefits, and price. We also spoke with Marisa Garshick, MD, board-certified dermatologist of MDCS Dermatology, for expert advice on choosing the best formula for you. “While an eye cream is not necessary, it can be a helpful tool for someone with concerns about their eyelid skin,” says Dr....

To narrow down your furniture search, we spent hours looking at different retailers, carefully comparing their price ranges and return policies to determine which ones are the best for shoppers with a wide range of budgets and needs. For expert tips on how to shop for furniture, we reached out to Clara Jung, principal designer at Banner Day Interiors, as well as Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon, aka The Brownstone Boys....

Spices deliver the complete package, boosting both flavor and nutrition (without any downside). A well-stocked pantry of spices will be slightly different for everyone, but as a chef and RD, I’ve narrowed down my top five spices that are versatile across cuisines and also have the most significant benefits in terms of health, so you can create winning recipes any day of the week. There are numerous studies demonstrating cinnamon’s blood glucose-lowering effects, including this 2020 study that showed just 500 milligrams of cinnamon (about ¼ teaspoon) three times per day can lower fasting and post-meal blood glucose levels in people with prediabetes....

So, it makes sense that one relaxing gift idea is trending just in time for the holiday season. Searches for bath trays have increased by 100 percent on Google this week, and are rising on Pinterest, as well. Any bath lover could make great use of these tranquil tables, especially if they like to bring accessories, candles, or electronics in with them during their home spa time. The caddies keep everything upright and within view, and can help allow for an even more relaxing time....