If you’re ready to be a bit more of a connoisseur when it comes to you wine selection, follow these two tips for pairing a bottle with your dinner menu. 1. Match the level of acidity: If you’re serving a salad with a strong vinaigrette, match it with an equally acidic wine like Sauvignon Blanc. It will help balance the meal. 2. […]
Recent Posts By Kristin Appenbrink
Stash In-Flight Essentials in a Separate Bag
If you looked inside my handbag right now, you’d see several smaller bags. Like a true organizer, I like to keep things clustered together so I can find things more easily and switch purses without leaving something behind. I’m also going to start using this strategy when I pack my carry-on. Instead of having to reach into my purse or […]
How to Grate Soft Cheeses
If you have a recipe that calls for grated mozzarella, fontina, havarti, or another soft cheese, and you weren’t able to buy it pre-grated, use this trick to make shredding it a bit easier on yourself. Pop the block of cheese in the freezer for about 30 minutes, or until it’s firm. This will keep it from squishing through your […]
2 Tests to See if Your Sports Bra Needs to Be Replaced
Sports bras do not last forever. Here’s how to tell if the ones in your drawer need to be replaced: The Stretch Test: If you pull on the straps or the bottom band and there’s no pull back or stretch, it’s time to invest in a new one. The Size Test: Stack two sports bras on top of each other—preferably one […]
A *Good* Story About an Airline
It seems like most of the news (not to mention tweets and facebook status updates) about airlines these days is negative. So, I was happy to read this story about an airline that held a plane for a passenger on his way to see his ill mother before she passed away. The passenger’s first flight was delayed and he would […]
Do You Do Your Own Taxes?
This weekend I’ve blocked off Sunday to finally get my taxes DONE. I’m embarrassed to admit that this is only the second year that I’ve prepared my own taxes. In the past my family’s accountant graciously tacked on my paperwork for a small fee. But last year I was cut off. For those of you considering doing your own the […]
