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Choosing just seven cookbooks to cover all 33 countries is an impossible task, but these picks go beyond food to incorporate the history, culture, and legacy of Hispanic heritage. Dive into these books to humor your inner chef, soothe your travel bug, and learn more about the tradition behind these foods. Argentinian Street Food: Empanadas, Helados, and Dulce de Leche by Enrique Zanoni and Gaston Stivelmaher One thing about street food is that it’s made to be eaten on the go....

With a quick refresher on proper etiquette and how to start a conversation, any host can get the conversation rolling. With that in mind, Real Simple’s “Modern Manners” columnist Catherine Newman shares easy-to-remember phrases that will make the party more enjoyable for all involved. (Have a pressing etiquette question of your own? Ask it here.) “Just bring yourselves” This is always a nice thing to say, followed by “I’m keeping it super simple....

The solution: Aim for a heat that creates a curl in your hair without being over 350 degrees. This heat will vary depending on your hair texture and the style of curl you’re trying to achieve—practice makes perfect with this one. RELATED: I Tried the Curly Girl Method on My Wavy Hair, and I’m Never Going Back RELATED: Ask a Beauty Editor: How Often Should You Cut Your Hair?

Whether you already have a large flower garden or are looking to start one this spring, here are 7 of the best flowers for butterflies. Before making your picks, be sure to check out which hardiness zone each plant thrives best in. Not sure what zone you’re in? Look up your USDA Hardiness Zone here. Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Butterfly bush grows best in fertile, well-drained soil and full sun....

Some home decor websites, such as World Market, even let you sign up to track a specific item. Say there’s a floor lamp you have your eye on, you can enter you email address to get price alerts so you won’t miss it if the lamp goes on sale. Just be wary of buying anything with upholstery, which can harbor bugs, and during coronavirus, you’ll want to wipe down the item and ask about safe pickup or drop-off options....

Lettuce typically grows best in slightly cooler temperatures, meaning that the best local leaves will be found through early summer and then again in late summer/early fall. All salad greens are potent sources of vitamins and minerals, but generally the darker the leaf, the more nutritional value. And, while kale and spinach are truly great additions to your plate, they are not technically lettuce, so they are off this list....

Plus, travel prices are expected to surge this summer, so you’re going to want to plan ahead and look for ways to save when you get to your destination. Here are some tips to help you stick to your budget for a vacation that’s relaxing in more ways than one. Bringing your debit card along will also be helpful for withdrawing cash—Harrell-Goodwin recommends her clients set aside $200 in cash for tips and any small expenses....

I probably don’t need to say that I am tired, which is good, because there really aren’t enough words for how exhausted I am. Plus, I recently went back to work writing, making me even more drained. It’s not pleasant to feel tired, of course, but in my opinion it’s a big bummer to look as tired as you feel. While I thankfully don’t have to look presentable logging on to any Zooms with coworkers, I still look at myself in the mirror every day, and it’s nice to see a reflection that at least appears to have it together—especially since my postpartum hormones are causing night sweats and hair loss that wreak additional havoc on my appearance (good riddance)....

All this to say, how you choose to decorate your mantel is important. But beyond seasonal motifs (give us alllll the evergreen garland come December), it can be kind of hard to come up with stylish fireplace mantel decor ideas that don’t feel kitschy or excessive. To help, we’re rounding up some of our favorite ways to turn your frumpy fireplace into an illuminating masterpiece. And the best part? These fireplace mantel decor ideas are totally seasonless, so permission is granted to leave them up all year round if you want....

If it’s your first time cooking a Thanksgiving feast on your own, you may need to learn how to roast a small-sized turkey and you should probably read up on mistakes to avoid when making mashed potatoes. Maybe a pint-sized pie with complicated directions is on the menu (reminder: Trader Joe’s isn’t open on Thanksgiving Day in case of a disaster). Head spinning yet? You’re not alone. In fact, according to a 2020 survey by HelloFresh, 53 percent of Americans said their Thanksgiving stress doubled last year, with nearly 20 percent revealing that they were hosting at home for the first time....

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The iPrimo Oversized Bed Risers are 3-inch tall platforms that sit underneath the legs or corners of a bed, sofa, or chair to pick it up off the ground and create instant space underneath. They’re over five inches wide to fit and support furniture of all shapes and sizes and are so strong that a single riser can support up to 6,000 pounds. The risers are stackable for even more lift and have a ledge built around the top of each for extra stability....

To buy: $16; amazon.com The best part, by far, is their nonslip nature: Each sock has three hidden silicone heel grips to help them stay in place as you move, and shoppers confirm they’re effective. “These are my favorite socks, and I will continue repurchasing. They don’t budge and are so comfortable,” shared one shopper. “I have been looking for low-cut cotton socks just like this for years! These are cool and soft, substantial but thin, and not at all bulky,” wrote another five-star reviewer....

Whatever your stance on loan forgiveness, the fact that this debt dominates a huge swath of the United States population is indisputable. And those who carry student debt aren’t only 22-year-old college grads; they’re also middle-aged and older adults. According to the report, adults under 30 years old are the largest group of borrowers (17.3 million people, who hold a collective $578 billion in debt), and 30- to 44-year-old Americans hold the largest amount of debt total ($823 billion total)....

If you suffer from a fear of neutral nails, fret not—celebrity manicurist, Julie Kandalec, founder of JK Nail Artelier in New York City, is here to put our anxiety at ease with her top tips on how to find the best neutral nail colors for fair skin, dark skin, and everything in between. On the other hand, if you’re on the hunt for a sheer shade, it’s best if the shade more closely matches your skin tone....

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