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Recently I returned to the beautiful town of Mendocino on the northern California coast. For the second time, I was invited to be a judge at the Mendocino Crab and Wine Festival. This annual event raises much-needed funds ...Read more

Meatballs please almost everyone. Perhaps it’s their concentrated flavor, maybe it’s the pleasantly soft yet toothsome texture, or perhaps it’s their versatility.

I like to keep a stash of suitable ground meats in ...Read more

As much as I love a double-digit-step recipe with more ingredients than I can count on my two hands (looking at you, Beef Wellington),...Read more

A cool and creamy smoothie is one of the most refreshing ways to start the day. The flavor combinations are endless, ranging from classic ...Read more

The future of the federal government’s footprint in Chicago is uncertain as the Trump administration embarks on a plan to shed up to half of all government office space across the nation, while also shrinking the federal...Read more

If you’re changing jobs or have been laid off, chances are that your 401(k) account is the last thing on your mind. But it pays to include that money in your moving plans — even if you don’t deal with it right away. ...Read more

We all pledge to eat a little healthier in the new year, which usually means getting more fruits, vegetables and grains on the plate at dinnertime.

Yet, creating a meal where vegetables not only play a starring role, but ...Read more

Q: When using fuel system cleaner, why is it recommended that the gas tank be almost empty and to run the tank almost empty before the next fill-up?

D.N., Tinley Park, Illinois

A: I always recommend using the additive ...Read more

Using thin chicken tenders for this recipe cuts meal cooking time to 10 minutes. A touch of lemon juice brightens the garlicy sauce for this dish.

I added broccolini to orzo for a simple side dish. Broccolini is similar ...Read more

Everyone loves lasagna. This is a new and popular lasagna variation that is served in bowls as a thick soup. The soup is served with a dollop of yogurt.

Orange zest adds an intriguing, sweet flavor to the soup. It is made...Read more

The urge for dogs to guard their food is natural. If you notice your dog is defensive of their toys or bed, it is important to take action to keep it from progressing.

To prevent your dog from food guarding, the ...Read more

Inflation has cooled significantly since 2022, but prices of essentials like groceries remain uncomfortably high for many Americans.

In fact, food prices were 2.5% higher in December 2024 than in December 2023. Grocery ...Read more

Let's be honest -- keeping a home clean sometimes feels like trying to shovel snow in a blizzard. No matter how much you scrub, wipe and mutter under your breath, there's always another mess waiting in the wings. But over ...Read more

Enjoy this previously published Zola recipe and column...

Pop Quiz: If you put a lump of margarine by an ant hole, the ants will:

A) Ignore it.
B) Bury it.
C) Close up shop and move away.

Answer: B or...Read more

President Donald Trump said he would unveil new tariffs on automobiles, adding to a wave of sweeping import levies as he seeks to remake global trade relationships and pressure companies to move production to the U.S.

“...Read more

Lexus often goes long stretches between model redesigns and refreshes, so no surprise that its new GX luxury midsize crossover has been a long time coming.

As many mothers have repeated over the years, “Good things come...Read more

The first iteration of zero-emission vehicle sales mandates in California goes into effect next year. But doubts have been raised about whether the targets can be met.

The trade group representing the state’s car ...Read more