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Recent droughts in Southern California, Texas, and elsewhere have heightened awareness around the need to use water sparingly. Even if you don’t pay for water based on volume used or live in a city where the next water crisis always seems to be looming, it’s important to be mindful of your water consumption. Here are eight simple ways to use less water. Take shorter showers Challenging yourself to shower less frequently and for shorter durations is a great way to save water. You’ll save even more water if you turn off the tap while lathering up with soap, shampoo, or […]

Reading up on the region you call home can help you better understand and appreciate its history, culture, and charm. There’s also something special about reading stories set in places you know. If you’re looking to improve your knowledge of Atlanta’s history or absorb a tale set in your stomping grounds, consider these essential literary works. The Better Part of Darkness Kelly Gay, 2009 The Charlie Madigan series imagines a future in which humans inhabit two starkly different dimensions. In the series’ first book, Integration Task Force officer Charlie Madigan seeks to uncover the source of an off-world narcotic whose use […]

Los Angeles and San Diego are two of the best coffee cities in the United States. So it makes sense that the coastal county connecting them also has some impressive java spots. If you’re looking to taste the finest roasts, espresso drinks, and cold brew in Orange County, here are five coffee shops worth checking out. A post shared by The Aussie Bean (@theaussiebean) on Mar 3, 2018 at 9:59am PST The Aussie Bean Three years ago, The Aussie Bean was a humble coffee cart serving cups of joe in Chapman Univeristy’s Atallah Piazza. Today, it is a bustling cafe in the heart […]

Denver is situated a mile above most of America’s major pizza cities. But elevation has proved no obstacle for Denver’s pizzaiolos. From Neapolitan to Chicago deep dish to Detroit- and even New Haven-style pizza, here’s a look at 12 places serving up the best pizza in Denver. Bar Dough If you’re after traditional, wood-fired pizza in Denver, Bar Dough is hard to beat. Executive chef and partner Max MacKissock spent years in Italy honing his technique. The result is what The Denver Ear calls the best pizza in Denver. This Lower Highlands pizzeria is a mile from AMLI Riverfront Park. 2227 W. […]

As foam rollers grow in popularity, so does awareness surrounding their utility. Still, relatively few people understand just how versatile they are. Did you know, for example, that a foam roller can work and massage almost every muscle in your body? It can also aid workout recovery, prevent injury, and improve flexibility. There’s even evidence that using a foam roller can help improve sleep. Here are six ways you can use a simple foam roller to stretch and repair your body from the comfort of your apartment. Improve your balance Standing on a foam roller is an excellent way to develop your balance. You […]

Houston’s humid, subtropical climate enables lush gardens to thrive with little to no supplemental watering.

When was the last time you opened a box of your favorite snack cracker, only to unintentionally polish off the entire container in one sitting? Highly processed foods are addictive, and eating too much of them can add flab to your waistline even if you lead an otherwise healthy lifestyle. Strict portion control is one method to approach solving this problem. Another is to eat foods and adopt lifestyle habits that will actually curb your appetite. Here are 10 easy ways to control your appetite and lead a healthier life. Eat breakfast daily Kickstart each day with a nutritious breakfast to […]

Miami’s diverse restaurant scene has long offered an array of options for all dining occasions. And thanks to the recent arrival of several internationally renowned chefs and the emergence of new homegrown culinary talent, Miami’s restaurant scene is more exciting today than it’s ever been. Here’s a look at some of the celebrated and in-demand chefs who make the Magic City’s dining scene so superb. Piyarat Pota “Chef Bee” Arreeratn Born and raised in the northern reaches of Thailand, “Chef Bee” Arreeratn is credited with bringing some of South Florida’s best Thai food to Miami. After stints as a sushi chef at Nobu and sous […]

Dallas is known throughout the country for its outstanding barbecue, abundance of Tex-Mex, and fanatic love for Cowboys football. While these stereotypes are well-founded, there are several other reasons to know and love Dallas. Even if you think you know Texas’ second largest city well, you may find some of these fascinating statistics and historical factoids interesting. DFW is the country’s largest landlocked metropolitan area The New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago metro areas all have larger populations than Dallas. But like most large cities, they’re situated on navigable bodies of water. Dallas is not. But even without a container port or easy access […]

Good brunch isn’t exactly hard to come by in the Windy City, recognized as one of the country’s best brunch cities by Food & Wine and Travel + Leisure. In densely populated River North, the sumptuous and memorable Chicago brunch experience may even be magnified. The downtown Chicago neighborhood has dozens of restaurants worthy of your time and brunch money. Here’s a look at 11 of Chicago’s best brunch destinations within walking distance of your River North apartment. Baptiste & Bottle Baptiste and Bottle is an upscale New American restaurant on the 20th floor of the Conrad Chicago Hotel. One of […]