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Today, we ask a different but related question: Can bagged wine be worth drinking? New York state’s Maivino has released a future-looking line of bagged wines. Based in the Finger Lakes, Maivino is packaging its rosé and white blends in plastic. And not plastic bottles, but the kind of soft pouch that re-shapes when you squeeze, a pouch that dispenses wine through a twistable nozzle. Red, white, or otherwise, Americans drink the equivalent of more than 4 billion bottles of wine a year....

So where did the turkey come from? “There was a tradition of serving large wild fowl in medieval Europe, especially peacock, which was skinned, cooked, and resewn into its feathers for presentation,” says Ken Albala, Professor of History at the University of the Pacific. “When turkeys from America and Guinea Fowl from Africa were introduced [to America] in the 17th century, they were served the same way.” Even turkey would be whole and feathered sticking out of a pie, the familiar preparation for settlers....

What Is a HEPA Filter? HEPA, which stands for high-efficiency particulate air, is a type of air filter that basically looks like folded paper. If you have a quality portable air purifier in your home, it likely has a HEPA filter, which is a filter consisting of an interwoven matrix of fibers for air to pass through. Because the fibers are densely packed, they create a very small pathway for air to travel through....

You’ll find products starting at just $14 from the brand’s sale, like this oversized scrunchie. Tops like this longline bra and this cropped tank top are perfect for yoga or pilates, and runners can shop these cute logo shorts. There are also plenty of cozy items that are great for layering on the way to the gym, too (plus, they’re comfy for relaxing). Try this pre-washed hoodie that’s made of extra-soft Alolux fabric for 20 percent off....

Another popular ingredient? Seawater pearl, which is often used as a powder. It’s rich in proteins and amino acids, ideal for brightening and smoothing the skin, as well as for retaining moisture and offering overall anti-aging benefits, explains Fedotova. Spirulina—yes, as in the stuff you’d add to a smoothie—is also a good ingredient to seek out. “It’s another natural source of amino acids and proteins that help build collagen, and it also detoxifies and calms the skin, as well as contains essential vitamins and minerals,” she says....

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One surefire bra shopping strategy involves scouring promotions from major retailers. The latest on the list is Nordstrom’s Half-Yearly Sale, and it happens to be full of top-rated bras, from wireless options to supportive styles and everything in between. Prices start at $13 for this Madewell Convertible Bralette, and discounts get as steep as 60 percent off. If you’re partial to wire-free bras, this sale has you covered—literally and figuratively....

Get the recipe. Pluot Crumble This easy summer crumble with a pistachio-cinnamon topping is a major crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe. 3 Easy Dinners Lemony Linguine With Olives and Feta This lemony pasta with feta cheese is guaranteed to brighten up dinnertime. Get the recipe. Beef Koftas with Toasted Couscous Fragrant and flavorful meaty skewers are charred on the grill in this quick dinner. Get the recipe. Grilled Asparagus and Hot Honey Flatbreads Fire up the grill for this quick, veggie-packed dinner....

Enter the Christmas breakfast casserole. The best breakfast casseroles for Christmas day can be assembled (or at least, prepped) the night before, so on Christmas morning, all you have to do is preheat the oven and pop it in (or better yet, program the slow cooker to get it baked while you sleep). Add a fruit salad or a side of sausage, and a festive Christmas breakfast is served. Read on for great ideas for Christmas breakfast casseroles to enjoy this December 25....

I was provided with free samples to try out for many of the products in this post. I was also provided with free samples of many items that did not make it into this post. This post is only the things that I personally love and recommend whether they were provided for free or not! The opinions are 100% honest and my own. I already shared the best Mother’s Day gift ever with these Mother’s Day baskets (along with a day off) but if that’s not enough for you, here are some totally unique and amazing Mother’s Day gifts!...

Prep tip: If you have extra time before dinner, this salad benefits from an extra hour of marinating. Get the recipe: Seared Salmon With Israeli Couscous During the last couple minutes of broiling the salmon, brush it with a glaze made from brown sugar and low-sodium soy sauce or tamari. The sweet-salty sauce starts to caramelize on top of each fillet (and the sliced red onions cook alongside), turning irresistibly sticky and slightly crisp....

While you may be used to fancy restaurant-quality chicken, don’t let that scare you away from attempting one of these easy chicken recipes. Clear, step-by-step instructions will guide you through the whole cooking process and teach you staple techniques like how to bread chicken cutlets or how to spatchcock a chicken. Once you get a little practice, we hope you’ll never have to stress over what to make for dinner again....

Here, we’ve pulled together three of the top ingredients recommended by dietitians that are a step above what you might be used to when it comes to preparing for cold and flu season. Yerba mate contains multiple nutrients that contribute to a strong immune system, including vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, and zinc. “It’s also a warm, soothing drink that can be sipped throughout the day if you’re feeling a bit under the weather, without the fear of unwanted jittery energy,” Keri says....

Tip: Rather than storing each pair with their toes facing the same direction, swap one shoe so its heel is next to its match’s toe, to help you maximize your space.

But the pros at Horderly have a few smart ideas for where to stash your gift wrap goodies, from tape to tags. Whether you’re short on space and need an over-the-door or under-the-desk solution, or you have room for a cool custom gift-wrapping station, here’s how to keep everything in its place.

And while we love spicy chicken wings, queso dip, and chili covered in cheddar just as much as the next football fan, we don’t love falling into a food coma during the halftime show (it’s the best part!). Save yourself from the involuntary shuteye—and heavy food hangover—by donating part of your plate to one of these healthy Super Bowl recipes. From Chickpea and Quinoa Tortilla Soup and a Cranberry Lemon Spritz to Green Chile Enchiladas and Cheesy Broiled Sweet Potatoes, we promise they’re all worth cheering for....

If you’re falling into a cooking funk, ordering some new cookbooks can help. Whether you’re craving new cuisines, plant-based sides, or just want to make something completely different, one of these four cookbooks might be just what you need to reclaim the joy. RELATED: How to Make Restaurant-Quality Food at Home, According to a Chef

What Is Orange Wine? To begin, orange wine is made by fermenting and aging the juice of white grapes with their skins in a large clay vessel called a “qvevri” says Amanda Bowman, a sales associate at Chambers Street Wines in New York City. The “skin-contact,” Bowman says, gives the wine its color. So, it is probably more appropriate to call it a “style” of winemaking, as it got its name from the color, not the tangy fruit....

To help navigate the ins and outs of growing a small business, we reached out to Janna Meyrowitz Turner, business strategist and founder of Style House, and Trinity Mouzon Wofford, founder of wellness brand GOLDE. Keep reading for their advice on the common mistakes small business owners should avoid. Beyond carving out space for big-sky thinking, Meyrowitz emphasizes the importance of spending time on activities that are restorative. “A big mistake is not spending the time you need on yourself because you are your biggest asset,” she says....

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