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Kitchen Detail: The Best Chocolate Cake . . . Ever

Dreary February kinda requires this indulgence, no?

February 22, 2024

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Green Acre #463: I’d Rather Be in Philadelphia

That’s where the world’s oldest flower show opens on March 2.

February 21, 2024

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Is Fashion Waking Up to Older Women?

Or is it another promising but false start?

February 20, 2024

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Microdosing

The jury is out on whether the benefits experienced are a placebo effect or something else.

February 19, 2024

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When the Wrinkle Cure Stops Curing

Plus, another good reason to lift weights?

February 18, 2024

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Kitchen Detail: Italy, Really

These is a genuine Italy out there, and this special service will help you find it–at a reader discount!

February 15, 2024

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Green Acre #462: No More Southern Strategy

Orchids in the air. Pineapples from . . . supermarket pineapples. Not up North.

February 14, 2024

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A Flare for Spring

Go with the flow and the float.

February 13, 2024

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Dry Eyes Redux

Treatments, including tea bags, for a variety of eye ills.

February 12, 2024

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Who Wants a Nu Face?

Personally, I’m still waiting for pop-off heads.

February 11, 2024

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Valentine’s Day Advice

A V-Day gift? Making this meal together.

February 9, 2024

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Green Acre: Back to the Beginning

The birth of a garden began with dirt. Bad dirt.

February 7, 2024

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What We Want for Valentine’s Day

A fencing lesson, bistecca alla fiorentina, an Alhambra necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels and more.

February 6, 2024

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Breathwork

Deep, fast breathing can lead to altered states—sans drugs.

February 5, 2024

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Feet Treats

Why I put my tootsies on the line.

February 4, 2024

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Kitchen Detail: A Sweet Mess

Food has nothing to do with politics and policies? Read on.

February 2, 2024

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Green Acre #461: Resolved That . . .

This year I’ll be a better gardener . . . and other noble fantasies.

January 31, 2024

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A Shade for All Seasons

12 ways to add lavender to your wardrobe.

January 30, 2024

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