We tested 22 different graters in our Lab and assessed them on ease of use, performance, cleaning, and value. Our top pick is the Microplane 4-Sided Stainless Steel Professional Box Grater for its ability to produce evenly shredded hard and soft cheeses as well as citrus, the latter of which other box graters we tested could not achieve. Read on to learn more about our top picks as well as how to choose the right grater for your cooking needs....
Tartines are fun, versatile, and, most importantly, lighter than normal sandwiches. They’re an ideal party appetizer, but also a decent lunch or dinner. Because they’re infinitely variable—you can top them with just about anything—follow these ground rules for a tasty open-face every time.
To find the best anti-fatigue mats, we spent hours researching top-rated options, assessing them on size, thickness, durability, and style. We also spoke to two experts—Dr. Grant Radermacher, D.C., chiropractor at Ascent Chiropractic, and Dr. Brittany Ferri, Ph.D., occupational therapist at Simplicity of Health—to learn more about anti-fatigue mats and what to consider when buying them. “You’ll want to find a mat that’s between 0.5 to 1 inches thick—any thinner, and you start losing the anti-fatigue benefits you’re buying it for in the first place,” says Dr....
Whether you’re caring for indoor flowering plants or are trying to grow a palm tree in your house, these are the best plant stands for every type of collection and space. Our Top Picks Sophia Mills Mid-Century Plant Stand Terrain Tall Iron Plant Stand Nankingfangao Three-Tier Hanging Plant Stand Costway Six-Tier Wooden Plant Stand Latitude Run Five-Tier Corner Plant Stand Magshion Bamboo Plant Stand Foundstone Biskra Plant Stand Urban Outfitters Daisy Plant Stand...
With so many options on the market, we did extensive research to determine the best carry-on luggage, considering factors like dimensions, weight, expandability, cost, and bonus features. We also spoke with Lydia Mansel, founder of Just Packed, to ask her for tips when selecting the perfect carry-on. In addition to the convenience of a carry-on bag that can fit in the overhead storage bin, “your shoulders will thank you for not hauling a weekender or duffel around for hours on end,” says Mansel....
The EZ Off Jar Opener does exactly what its name implies: It quickly opens any lid, even if it’s factory sealed, child proof, or just stuck. And if you’re wondering how it works on any size lid, look at the gadget’s smooth and gripping V-shape design. It becomes smaller as you move toward the center, which means the opener can grip everything from pasta sauce lids to something as small as nail polish....
How to Find Healthy Dairy-Free Milk Read the Label and Analyze the Ingredients According to nutrition expert Marisa Silver, RDN, the first thing you should do is look at the list of ingredients on the back of the container. “The best choices contain one or two recognizable ingredients, such as almonds and water,” Silver says. She recommends avoiding milk with a long list of unfamiliar substances: Healthy whole-food ingredients are the safest and most nutritious....
Ready to try it? Here’s a step-by-step guide to making the best steamed eggs of your life: Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat an 8x8-inch glass baking with nonstick cooking spray. Whisk 12 large eggs in a large bowl until just combined. Add ½ cup whole milk, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, several grinds black pepper, and a handful of chopped chives (optional) and whisk until just combined. Pour egg mixture into the prepared baking dish and cover tightly with foil....
In order to understand the ins and outs of proper face washing, we turned to an expert on the matter: Dr. Dendy Engelman, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City who specializes in aesthetic medicine and Mohs micrographic skin cancer surgery. Here, Dr. Engelman reveals exactly what people should—and shouldn’t—do to their faces every morning and night. What’s the first step to washing your face well? Start with an oil-based cleanser, which works to eliminate impurities without drying out the skin, instructs Dr....
According to Houzz’s home design predictions for 2023, this trend isn’t going away anytime soon. Below learn more about the company’s top 10 trend predictions for the year ahead, with insight from Houzz’s senior economist and a handful of design experts. Natural Materials While natural materials never go out of style, they seem to be at an all-time high. “Homeowners in the Houzz community are installing quartzite and other natural stone countertops, as well as marble tile and wood cabinets and vanities, especially white oak,” says Marine Sargsyan, Houzz staff economist....
But here’s the thing: It’s difficult enough to understand the soup of ingredients listed on most beauty products, let alone the complicated terms that brands use to describe fragrances. If you struggle with sensitive skin, the presence of fragrance raises a lot of questions. What are fragrances exactly and do they change the effectiveness of the beauty product itself? What does unscented and fragrance-free really mean? And, perhaps most importantly, how can we choose the products that work well with our skin—and still smell good?...
Another great idea? Freezing produce that may expire or overripen before you’re able to use it up. You’ll curtail your food waste, save money, and have fresh fruits and veggies available all year long. Here’s the best, most effective method. Know Your Freezer When fruits and vegetables freeze, the water inside turns into ice crystals, which rupture cell walls and make for watery, brown thawed produce. The quicker produces freezes, the smaller the crystals—and the less damage they cause....
The summer tops that caught our eye range from long sleeves to short flutter sleeves, and almost all of them are available in sizes ranging from XS to XL in a variety of colors and patterns. Plus, summer calendars are often filled with activities that can range from work to barbecues with errands in between. So, we made sure you can style each blouse pick with shorts and sneakers during the day just as easily as you can dress it up with white pants and wedges for a night out....
To buy: $21; amazon.com. “Such cute sandals and so comfy,” wrote one reviewer who added that “you can’t beat the price” and confirmed that the sandals are true to size. Another shopper, who said they had to wait to purchase them because they were sold out last year, added the same type of high praise: “[Possibly] the most comfortable, cute everyday sandals ever!” Each pair of the sandals is designed from a “leather-like” material, according to the brand....
To buy: $21; amazon.com In fact, one Swedish dishcloth can replace up to 15 rolls of paper towels. The package includes a total of 10 sponge cloths, which can be used up to 50 times each. And yes, that means they can be machine washed up to 50 times as well. These are more absorbent than a traditional 100 percent cotton dish rag, because they’re made of 70 percent biodegradable cellulose and 30 percent cotton....
Your best bet: Maintain antique rugs by vacuuming them regularly to remove dirt and dust, but leave the thorough washing to a professional. Depending upon the location of the rug, washing once every few years should be enough. The one exception: if you accidentally spill on the rug, it’s better to spot-clean rather than wait for a pro, or else the stain could set in permanently. A stiff clothing brush can also help remove lint, dust, and dirt in between professional cleanings....
Kitchen Sponges and Dish Towels Yes, it’s true, the germiest room in your home is likely your kitchen. And it gets even worse—studies have shown that your dish sponge is the germiest, most bacteria-filled item in your home. It’s a breeding ground for bacteria like salmonella and E. coli. However, since microwaving sponges has proven ineffective at disinfecting sponges, the safest bet is to simply replace your sponge every week. And if your sponge hangs out in a holder all day long, don’t forget to disinfect that, too....
To buy: $7 (was $10); amazon.com. The helpful organizer from Magicool Hanger is made of sturdy stainless steel, and can be used to hang and consolidate all sorts of garments including tank tops, bathing suits, strappy dresses, sports bras, and more. The vertical bars also make it ideal for scarves, ensuring they won’t fall or slide. “I used to put my bras in a bin because I didn’t want them to get mangled in a drawer, [but] then I couldn’t see them on a bin, so I had to lay them out on a closet shelf—that took up a ton of room and the matching panties always got lost,” another reviewer wrote....
The popular vacuum for cars is so compact and easy to use, say reviewers who carry it around in their trunks for tough messes and quick cleanups alike. The “powerhouse in a little package” connects to your car’s lighter port as its source of energy, and although it is a corded device, reviewers say that the 16-foot length lets you vacuum your whole car. It sucks up dust, crumbs, leaves, hair—you name it, it cleans it....
They moved from Chicago to Charlotte about two years ago, and settled into a French chateau-style home in an eclectic neighborhood dotted with trees and ponds. But Maddie’s personality didn’t quite fit with that of her bathroom. “It was sad, beige, and dated,” Papier says. “It had fantastic crown molding, but other than that, nothing was salvageable.” It also had an oversized tub on an entire wall that nixed any square footage for a shower, and mirrors on all sides that reflected the dirty grout of the floor’s tiles....
