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Spring is the time of year that abounds with beautiful colors. Spring rains provide not only a lush landscape but magical rainbows across the sky. What a wonderful way to celebrate with colorful dishes to match the season. Nature provides us with fruits and vegetables imbued with a palette of hues that not only look delicious but give us a hint of the vitamins and minerals they carry within. Knowing that we have the option to design dishes that are beautiful to look at as well as healthy to eat should tease our creative side to show off what fun…

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If you don’t have anything prepared for dinner and you need something quick, a rotisserie chicken is a great solution. This is easy to find already at most grocery stores and it’s affordable and big enough to feed a family. There are many ways to turn these chickens into full meals. Chicken Alfredo Ingredients: Alfredo Sauce (jarred or homemade) Fettuccine Broccoli Rotisserie Chicken Directions Prepare the fettuccine noodles as directed on the package. Cut broccoli into florets and place in a steamer for 10-15 minutes, or until tender. Take the chicken out of the package and pull the white meat…

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Jade stone is a dreamy green mineral is thought to promote harmony and purity, protect its wearer, and attract good luck. Rock this precious stone on your nails with a jade stone manicure. Marble manicures have been hot lately, and the jade stone variety is a unique twist on the trend. Celebs Rocking the Trend Global trendsetter and all-around icon Rihanna rocked a jade marble manicure, courtesy of London manicurist Jenny Longworth. As seen on social media, Riri’s long stiletto nails had a glossy finish that matched her jade stone clutch. Up-and-coming singer Justine Skye tried a brighter teal marble…

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With the hot summer months coming up, gardeners and landscapers are getting ready to keep up with the demands of thirstier plants. The summer months always require a little bit more water care, and the new workload may seem especially overwhelming for those who are just learning about the ins and outs of their garden. Whether you are introducing new plants to your vista or are simply interested in optimizing your existing water care routine, it always pays to keep a few tips in mind. Think about some of these considerations you can make to watering easy and efficient. Choose…

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Mint Juleps are a classic drink that has been around since the 1700s. This drink is the perfect blend of ingredients needed to survive a hot southern day. All you really need for a traditional mint julep is mint, sugar, ice, and bourbon. This simple guide will show you the measurements and instructions you need to make the perfect mint julep for any occasion. Ingredients The key to a good mint julep is all in the ingredients. Pick the freshest mint and a quality bourbon to get the best results, and remember that a higher proof bourbon works better when…

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Nothing is better than a glass of wine, unless it’s accompanied by a meal cooked with wine. Cooking with wine concentrates the flavor and takes recipes from ordinary to extraordinary. Try these delicious recipes where you can incorporate wine in sweet and savory dishes. Lemon Chicken with White Wine Ingredients • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts • 1/4 cup butter • 2 tbsp. olive oil • 1 lemon (juice) • 1 lemon sliced • 1/4 cup white wine • 1/2 cup flour • 1 tsp. salt • 1 tsp. ground black pepper • 1/2 tsp. paprika • 1/2 tsp. dried…

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Everyone is wearing the grape soda eyeshadow trend including celebrities on the red carpet and beauty influencers on Instagram. It’s not too late to jump into the bandwagon. How the Trend Started James Charles showcased an eye shadow palette filled with fun purple and earth tones. Next, Gigi Hadid debuted grape soda eyeshadow at the Met Gala. Then, other celebrities wore purplish shadows including Dua Lipa, Jennifer Lopez, and Lily Collins.  What is the Fuss All About? Purple hues make a stunning contrast on your eyelids and many celebrities have shown you can eloquently wear this eye makeup in the summer.…

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On May 22 it is National Craft Distillery Day. Craft spirits are different than other well known alcohols. They usually are only made in small batches. What this means is that there is only a limited amount of these types of spirits. Because of this, some craft spirits are hard to find. However, this is part of the fun for those that enjoy this type of alcohol. For those that want to celebrate National Craft Distillery Day, there are all sorts of ways to get in on the fun. Here are four different ways to celebrate this unique holiday. Visit…

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Not everyone wants to layout in the sun in order to get a tan. Fortunately, a spray tan can get you a beautiful glow in no time. There actually are quite a few benefits to spray tanning. Convenient Year Round For most people, they can only layout in the sun during the summer months. This makes it impossible to have a beautiful glow year round. Spray tanning changes all of this. No matter what time of year it is, you can have a tan. Since the process occurs indoors, you aren’t reliant on the weather conditions in order to get…

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Summer fruits are juicy, sweet, fresh, and delicious. The one fruit that totally embodies this time of the year is the strawberry. The image of a basket filled with strawberries brings us memories of family picnics, pies, and delicious smoothies to cool our bodies off. Go to your local farmers market, or to the produce section of your grocery store, and treat yourself to these juicy goodies. Check out these six amazing recipes that you can make with just a few ingredients. All that you need are fresh strawberries, cheeses, other local fruits, and just enough time to get your…

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