Nothing can ruin a meal or dessert more than inaccurate measurements of key ingredients. From too much salt to not enough spaghetti, your meal can go from epic to eww in a heartbeat. We have found eight must have measuring… read more
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Turning a House Into a Home, One Flower at a Time
Two years ago, Elise Matthes moved to Gainesville having to leave behind her beloved 10-acre ranch and animal sanctuary in Sarasota to begin a new chapter closer to family, especially her daughter Ashley Banks. To begin their new adventure, Banks kept… read more
Picky Palate? Here’s How to Handle It!
I don’t eat pickles, mustard, clams, avocados, guacamole, veal, relish or salsa. I will not eat raw onions under any circumstances. I do not drink beer or cider. Honey mustard, cottage cheese and sour cream are on my no-can-do list.… read more
Don’t Deny Thy Love of Pomegranates!
This bright red fruit had its own little cameo in “Romeo and Juliet,” (Act 3, Scene 5, in case you were wondering), and unlike some of its cast mates, it has lived a long and fruitful life. In fact, pomegranates… read more
James Bates: From Athlete to Artist
[Originally published in 2016] When you have spent the majority of your youth on the football field, the thought of venturing out into a new field can be somewhat of a daunting move, but James Bates did just that. From athlete to artist,… read more
6 Amazing Water Wonders of the World
Have you visited the six amazing water wonders of the world? If not, it's time to start your planing!With water covering up to 71% of the Earth’s surface, per the U.S. Geological Survey, there is no doubt an abundance of… read more
Best Places in Florida for Water Adventures
Do you crave water adventures? When living in Florida, it is second nature to have the ocean and waterways calling your name every chance they get. There is no shortage of water adventures and amazing hot spots in the sunshine… read more
What is Raw Water? Consume at Your Own Risk!
Water can’t be cooked, per se, but it can be treated, boiled and tested to monitor and remove harmful contaminants that can potentially make one very sick. Despite this information, some still choose to drink “raw water.” A 2017 New… read more
4 Classic Champagne Drinks for Any Occasion
No matter the occasion, Champagne goes with just about everything! For some added festivity, try these classic Champagne drinks that everyone will love. Classic Champagne Cocktail 5 oz. chilled Champagne Sugar cube 3 drops Angostura bitters Lemon twist Soak… read more
Champagne 101: Learn About One of Life’s Elegant Extras
Champagne derives its name, not from the specific grape that it is made from, but the area of France that it is derived from. According to the website bespokeunit.com, “The sparkling wine carries the name of a local geographic region,… read more
