Late night dinners; skipped breakfasts; hand in the candy jar. Maybe you gave your healthful habits a vacation. That’s pretty typical behavior this time of the year, and now your diet is suffering from a holiday hangover. But just as you’re packing up decorations and returning your home to its everyday look, it’s time for you ... Read more »
Traveling during the winter holidays or during the frosty first few months of the new year can take a pretty hefty bite out of a regular exercise routine. Add in all the heavy holiday meals and eating out and even the thinnest waistline will pay the price. But even though keeping up with a standard five-mile ... Read more »
February 16, 2012 7:00 AM CST by Anna Francese Gass
Martha Stewart Blog-Test Kitchen
Even though the holidays are wonderful, exciting, and a time to get together, they are also extremely exhausting. So, almost every year, after the Christmas tree is down and the decorations are all up in the attic, my husband and I plan a mini vacation. Skiing is always a lot … Read more »
February 20, 2012 6:00 AM CST by Laura KaesshaeferMartha Stewart Blog-Crafts
As New York Fashion Week ended on Thursday last week, I thought it appropriate to pay tribute to my favorite part - the invitations! As you may remember from my post in the fall, I love pouring over the cleverly constructed invites each designer sends out. The materials, sizes and … Read more »
February 19, 2012 10:25 PM CST by Martha Stewart Blog-Martha
I hope all of you are enjoying this Presidents' Day Weekend. I thought we'd do something a bit different on this holiday and feature a Valentine party, which ... Read more »
February 14, 2012 10:25 PM CST by Martha Stewart Blog-Martha
Itas hardly news anymore, but Iam still so proud of my beautiful Chow Chow, Ghenghis Khan, for winning Best of Breed at the 136th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.A G.K. has only been competing since last autumn, but he has become quite the show dog.A He displays such poise and … Read more »
February 21, 2012 2:34 PM CST by Elka KarlCasa Sugar
Happy Fat Tuesday! On this last day of Mardi Gras before Ash Wednesday, I wanted to explore some ways to take the celebration home. Even if you can't make it to New Orleans, you can embrace the traditions of the holiday and city with some fun decorating ideas. Keep clicking … Read more »
February 16, 2012 3:30 PM CST by Emma ChristensenThe Kitchn
Q: For dinner this past Christmas, I had pre-chopped all of the vegetables before finding out that several guests wouldn't be coming. I threw the extra veggies in the freezer, hoping that I would figure something out in the future. Editor: Ashley, I'm thinking soups and casseroles! Both of these … Read more »
February 15, 2012 9:00 AM CST by Anna KovelMartha Stewart Blog-Test Kitchen
Got kids? Show them that celebrating President's Day can be more than just a wintry day with no school. Tags: cherries, Crafts, Presidents' Day, sweets, Treats Posted by Anna Kovel on February 15, 2012 in Comfort Food, Cookies, Expert Advice, Seasonal Sweets, You Know What's Really Good? Read more »
