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5 easy tips to help keep kids hydrated. . . all summer long.

by Kate Etue | Jun 13, 2016 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

During the summer, my kids are outside playing a lot, which is awesome. But when my neighbor’s kids were recently sent home from camp because they were dehydrated, I realized that it’s easier than I thought for the kids to get overheated while they play...

The one trick to keep berries fresh longer. Way longer.

by Stacie Billis | Jun 9, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

I’d always heard that the key to keeping berries fresh as long as possible was to keep from washing them until right before eating. It’s true that moisture from a quick wash can cause mold to proliferate, but keeping them dirty doesn’t extend the...

In season: How to select rhubarb and 8 ways to savor it. Yes, even if you’re feeding kids.

by Jane Sweeney | Jun 7, 2016 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

In some ways, rhubarb are like ramps: The food world goes crazy for them every spring and summer and, though with good reason, family cooks are left wondering what in the world do I do with this. Fret not feeder of children! You, too, can partake in the foodie fun....

Community Supported Agriculture boxes: Are they right for your family?

by Caroline Siegrist | May 24, 2016 | Tips + Tricks

I love the idea of getting a box of fresh, locally grown produce each week, especially if I have the satisfaction of knowing that I had a hand, even if indirectly, in helping grow each lovely tomato, radish, or head of butter lettuce. And that’s exactly what you...

Weekend Toast: Chamomile drink recipes (with and without booze) that go way beyond tea.

by Stacie Billis | May 20, 2016 | Party!, Recipes

I’ve been so busy that I haven’t had time to visit the farmer’s market since it’s been back in its spring glory. So last weekend, with a couple of hours to spare, I grabbed a stack of reusable bags and my older son (you know, to help hold the...