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Sulfites are sulfur based preservatives that are used to prevent or reduce discoloration of light-colored fruits and vegetables. They are also used to prevent black spots on shrimp and lobster. They are used to condition dough and maintain the stability and potency of certain medications. Most (except for a few) wines contain sulfites. Yeast naturally produces sulfites during fermentation Read more
Michelle Obama can add author to her résumé. The first lady's new book, American Grown: The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America, is out today, and while it won't cover hard-hitting policy or politics in the White House, it does serve up a healthy portion of photos, details about the White House garden, and feel-good American values. Michelle isn't the first first Read more
Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member MonteSu from the Su Casa group: I don't like corridors — I think they are a waste of space. In Spain, where I live, bedrooms are tiny, and flats are full of corridors. Here, I used the space in front of the kitchen to keep all the spices and some little antiques I have. At the moment, I took away the door, but in the future, I will knock down the Read more
If you haven't jumped on the colored-jean train yet, never fear — it's still going, and right now would be an ideal time to join. Our favorite find might be these bluer-than-the-Caribbean-Sea jeans by THVM — pronounced "them"— that come in at a cool $130. What we love about them: they're a higher rise, great for tucking in a little tank just like the model in the picture; the two-tone twill Read more
Diane Kruger wrapped up her Cannes Film Festival duties on Sunday at a celebratory dinner thrown in honor of the winners. She was joined at the glamorous dinner by boyfriend Joshua Jackson. Joshua was right by her side for numerous red-carpet events and even hung out with Diane and Bill Clinton in Monaco. Josh, Diane, and the former president joined together for a philanthropic event. Josh Read more
Traditionally, the bride and groom share gifts to celebrate their marriage — and for those of you who plan to marry a fellow geek, we've gathered some original, thoughtful present ideas to help you check off one more to-do. Here are 10 creative options for your geeky groom, whether he's a lifelong gaming nerd or an enthusiastic amateur photographer: Signed paraphernalia: Whether it's a movie Read more
It's hard not to look at Instagram user missveraaaaa's crab pot photo and not want to dig into shellfish right now. Don't forget to tag your mouthwatering Instagram food photos with the hashtag #savorysight! Read more
Take a good look at the skin around your nose and cheeks. If you see any bumps, uneven areas or even tiny holes, then you have enlarged pores. Not so thrilled? We feel your pain, so we've tracked down three pore-minimizing primers. Each one also stops shine in seconds by smoothing your skin and keeping your makeup intact for hours. Look for added benefits that will keep your skin and makeup Read more
While the Internet has replaced previous generations' reliance on recipe boxes and cookbooks, every now and again, a tome like Katie Workman's The Mom 100 Cookbook comes along, and we know it's sure to become a kitchen staple. Katie, a mother of two and the founding editor in chief of Cookstr.com, provides solutions that every parent can put to good use — from on-the-go breakfast ideas to Read more
We Need to Talk About Kevin What do you do if the son you raised commits a monstrous crime? Tilda Swinton and John C. Reilly star in this drama as parents to Kevin (Ezra Miller), a quiet but haunted child. As he grows up, his mother notices signs that may point to sociopathic behavior, but his father remains adamant that he's a totally normal, sweet little boy. Of course, everyone notices all is Read more
